South Padre Island
South Padre Island is a hotbed of beach culture with lodging, dining, nightlife, and watersports. Northward, Padre Island National Seashore protects the longest stretch of undeveloped barrier island in the world, along with the wildlife that depends on it.
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Upcoming Events
Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo
Jan. 22-26
Each day of this expo features knowledgeable speakers offering different aspects of fishing, boating...
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec. 6
Get in the holiday spirit at this special lighting of the Christmas tree with a musical performance ...
Christmas Parade
Dec. 6
Kick off the holiday season with the City of South Padre Island's annual Christmas Parade. Watch bea...
Lighted Boat Parade
Dec. 7
Enjoy a cool winter breeze and watch as boats of all sizes cruise by decorated in their holiday fine...
Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 8
Santa is coming to the Island. Children will be delighted as they visit with Santa and enjoy the mag...
Polar Bear Dip
Jan. 1
Take a plunge into the Gulf of Mexico at this annual New Year’s Day beach party, featuring live mu...
Holiday Sand Castle Village
Nov. 30, 2019-Jan. 13, 2020
The spirit of Christmas is a sight to behold at Holiday Sand Castle Village. Filled with awe-inspiri...
Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo
Jan. 21-25
This five-day exposition is a family-friendly way to learn about the wildlife and environment of the...
Market Days
Jan. 24-26.
Featuring handcrafted jewelry, fashionable clothing, cosmetics and fragrances, rare arts and crafts,...
Winterfest
Jan. 29
A musical festival specifically with the Winter Texan in mind, featuring all-day music, raffles, and...
SPI Kite Fest
Jan. 30-Feb. 1
What started out as a mere "fun fly" is now one of the biggest kite festivals in the country....
South Padre Island Chili Expo
Feb. 8
SPICE is an annual fundraising event organized by the volunteers of Walk for Women, a nonprofit that...
Market Days
Feb. 21-23
Featuring handcrafted jewelry, fashionable clothing, cosmetics and fragrances, rare arts and crafts,...
