April events, entertainment to attend in Corpus Christi area

April has started in Corpus Christi, which means Earth Day-Bay Day, Easter, Sandfest and more fun events are right around the corner.

Whether it’s a family-friendly gathering, a concert or a romantic evening with your partner at a local community theater, we have rounded up events to attend this April in the Coastal Bend.

Wednesday, April 2

• Eric Graham: House of Rock will host alternative singer Eric Graham at 6 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: texashouseofrock.com.

Thursday, April 3

• Thursday Night Massacre: House of Rock will host Thursday Night Massacre, an evening with metal bands, at 7 p.m. Cost: $10. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Alley Catz: Brewster Street Ice House will host band Alley Catz at 8 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: brewsterstreet.net.

Friday, April 4

• ArtWalk: Enjoy live music, local art, vendors and food trucks in downtown Corpus Christi during ArtWalk, a monthly event, from 6 to 10 p.m. Downtown bars, shops and venues keep the party going after 10 p.m. Cost: Free to attend. Information: downtowncorpuschristi.org/events/first-friday-artwalk.
• Doic String Quartet: The Corpus Christi Chamber Music Society will host the Doric String Quartet at 7 p.m. at Del Mar College’s Wolfe Recital Hall at 101 Baldwin Blvd. Cost: $30. Information: corpuschristichambermusic.org/doric-2025.
• Urban Heat: House of Rock will host post-punk band Urban Heat at 7 p.m. Cost: $17. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• “Eurydice”: Del Mar Drama will bring “Eurydice” to the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 4, April 5 and April 10 through April 12 at the Del Mar College’s Sue Sellors Finley Theatre at 101 Baldwin Blvd. The Greek play tells the story about Orpheus, but from the perspective of his wife, Eurydice. Cost: $5 for DMC students with a valid ID; $10 for seniors, military and DMC employees; and $15 for general admission. Information: delmar.edu/theatre.  
• Ian Munsick — Horses Are Faster Tour: Brewster Street Ice House will host country artist Ian Munsick at 9 p.m. Cost: $39 to $69. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
• “Fiddler on the Roof”: Join Harbor Playhouse for its production of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” through Sunday, April 6. Cost: $20. Information: harborplayhouse.com.

Saturday, April 5

• Fourth annual Surviving the Rip 5K/10K Run/Walk: The Je’Sani Smith Foundation will host its fourth annual Surviving the Rip 5K/10K Run/Walk at 8 a.m. at Briscoe King Pavilion at Padre Balli Park at 15820 Park Road 22. The run is to help raise awareness about rip currents and beach safety. Cost: $25 to $45 for registration. Information: jesanismithfoundation.org.
• 10th annual Corpus Christi Food Truck Festival: Head to the 10th annual Corpus Christi Food Truck Festival from noon to 10 p.m. at 1520 N. Water St. There will be dozens of food trucks, vendors, a kids zone, a petting zoo, face painting, live music and more. Cost: Free, but bring cash for food trucks in case some don’t take credit/debit cards. Information: facebook.com/corpuschristifoodtruckfestival.
• 16th annual ZaZu: Camp Aranzazu will host its 16th annual ZaZu at Concrete Street at 6 p.m. The event is to help raise $200,000 to provide camping experiences for incoming campers. Cost: $250 to $15,000. Information: Kate Plouvier at [email protected].
• Second annual Rock in2 Inclusion: House of Rock will host the second annual Rock in2 Inclusion, an event helping children with special needs thrive in inclusive environments, with several rock bands at 6 p.m. Cost: $10. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Stoney LaRue: Brewster Street Ice House will host country artist Stoney LaRue at 9 p.m. Cost: $25 to $250. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Eurydice”: Del Mar Drama will bring “Eurydice” to the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 5 and April 10 through April 12 at the Del Mar College’s Sue Sellors Finley Theatre at 101 Baldwin Blvd. The Greek play tells the story about Orpheus, but from the perspective of his wife, Eurydice. Cost: $5 for DMC students with a valid ID; $10 for seniors, military and DMC employees; and $15 for general admission. Information: delmar.edu/theatre.  
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
• “Fiddler on the Roof”: Join Harbor Playhouse for its production of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” through Sunday, April 6. Cost: $20. Information: harborplayhouse.com.

Sunday, April 6

• A Taste of Ireland: American Bank Center will host A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation at 4 p.m. Cost: $29 to $49. Information: americanbankcenter.com.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
• “Fiddler on the Roof”: Join Harbor Playhouse for its production of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” through Sunday, April 6. Cost: $20. Information: harborplayhouse.com.

Thursday, April 10

• R&B Paint & Sip: House of Rock will host R&B Paint & Sip at 7 p.m. Cost: $25 to $40. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Pecos & The Rooftops: Brewster Street Ice House will host rock band Pecos & The Rooftops at 9 p.m. Cost: $20 to $500. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Eurydice”: Del Mar Drama will bring “Eurydice” to the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 10 through April 12 at the Del Mar College’s Sue Sellors Finley Theatre at 101 Baldwin Blvd. The Greek play tells the story about Orpheus, but from the perspective of his wife, Eurydice. Cost: $5 for DMC students with a valid ID; $10 for seniors, military and DMC employees; and $15 for general admission. Information: delmar.edu/theatre.  

Friday, April 11

• Tyrone Vaughn: House of Rock will host blues guitarist Tyrone Vaughn at 7 p.m. Cost: $15 to $100. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• The Spazmatics: Brewster Street Ice House will host cover band The Spazmatics at 9 p.m. Cost: $15 to $150. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Eurydice”: Del Mar Drama will bring “Eurydice” to the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 11 and 12 at the Del Mar College’s Sue Sellors Finley Theatre at 101 Baldwin Blvd. The Greek play tells the story about Orpheus, but from the perspective of his wife, Eurydice. Cost: $5 for DMC students with a valid ID; $10 for seniors, military and DMC employees; and $15 for general admission. Information: delmar.edu/theatre.  
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Saturday, April 12

• Earth Day-Bay Day: The Coastal Bend Bays Foundation will hold its 26th annual Earth Day-Bay Day festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heritage Park. The event will include a Birds of Prey raptor show, educational displays and hands-on activities. Cost: Free. Information: baysfoundation.org/edbd.
• Cherry Blossom Festival: The Texas Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center will host its annual Cherry Blossom Festival at noon. The event brings a day of fun, culture and community with vendors, food trucks and live performances that celebrate the beauty of spring. Cost: $3 to $6 for admission. Information: texasasianculturesmuseum.org.
• Corpus Christi Car Show 2025: American Bank Center will host the 2025 Corpus Christi Car Show at noon. Cost: Free. Information: americanbankcenter.com.
• Egg Hunt by the Bay: The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will host its annual Egg Hunt by the Bay at noon at Water’s Edge Park with more than 15,000 eggs waiting to be found. Enjoy exciting games, food trucks, awesome prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Cost: Free. Information: corpuschristitx.gov/find-a-park.
• “Hamlet”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its one-time production of “Hamlet” at 2:30 p.m. Austinite Alex Garza will mix William Shakespeare’s classic script with his own original text, including songs. Cost: $10. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.
• Learn to Swim — Tribute to Tool: House of Rock will host cover band Learn to Swim at 7 p.m. Cost: $15. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• “Dracula”: Corpus Christi Ballet will hold its production of “Dracula” at 7:30 p.m. at American Bank Center. Cost: $26 to $46. Information: americanbankcenter.com.
• WigOut — Surreal Sugar High: K Space Contemporary will host its annual WigOut at 8 p.m. at 623 N. Chaparral St. in downtown Corpus Christi. The yearly fundraiser’s theme is Surreal Sugar High, where attendees will be able to enter a whimsical, candy-coated fantasy with oversized lollipops, floating cotton candy clouds and live music. People are encouraged to dress in candy-inspired attire. Proceeds from the event go toward K Space Art Education Programs. Cost: $75. Information: kspacecontemporary.org.
• Powerslave — Tribute to Iron Maiden: Brewster Street Ice House will host cover band Powerslave at 9 p.m. Cost: $10 to $150. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Eurydice”: Del Mar Drama will bring “Eurydice” to the stage at 7:30 p.m. April 12 at the Del Mar College’s Sue Sellors Finley Theatre at 101 Baldwin Blvd. The Greek play tells the story about Orpheus, but from the perspective of his wife, Eurydice. Cost: $5 for DMC students with a valid ID; $10 for seniors, military and DMC employees; and $15 for general admission. Information: delmar.edu/theatre.  
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Sunday, April 13

• CC7D Cell Phone Project Screening: Corpus Christi 7-Day will hold its Cell Phone Project screening at 1 p.m. at Alamo Drafthouse. Local filmmakers accepted the challenge to write, shoot and edit an original short film in just one week, all using nothing but their cellphones. Check out the results on the big screen, and then head to BUS in downtown Corpus Christi for an awards ceremony at 6 p.m. Cost: $30 for movie ticket. Information: facebook.com/CC7Day.
• “Dracula”: Corpus Christi Ballet will hold its production of “Dracula” at 3 p.m. at American Bank Center. Cost: $26 to $46. Information: americanbankcenter.com.
• Kash’d Out: House of Rock will host reggae band Kash’d Out at 7 p.m. Cost: $15. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Tuesday, April 15

• Easter Egg Hunt: Bell Whittington Public Library will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids at 10 a.m. at 2400 Memorial Parkway in Portland. Kids of all ages can start lining up at 9:45 a.m. to hunt for eggs. Be sure to bring your own basket. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/PortlandTexasPublicLibrary.
• Iann Dior: Brewster Street Ice House will host rapper Iann Dior at 9 p.m. Cost: $25 to $99. Information: brewsterstreet.net.

Thursday, April 17

• Walk with Pride Foundation Fashion Show: Corpus Christi Association of Realtors will host its 42nd annual Walk with Pride Foundation Fashion Show at 11:30 a.m. The goal of the event is to donate more than 1,000 pairs of shoes to children in need in community. Cost: $80 to $900. Information: americanbankcenter.com.
• Invent Animate and Silent Planet — The Bloom in Heaven Tour: House of Rock will host metal bands Invent Animate and Silent Planet at 6 p.m. Cost: $25. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Curtis Grimes: Brewster Street Ice House will host country artist Curtis Grimes at 9 p.m. Cost: $15 to $150. Information: brewsterstreet.net.

Friday, April 18

• That Mexican OT: Concrete Street will host rapper That Mexican OT at 6 p.m. Cost: $42 to $500. Information: concretestreet.net.
• Nattali Rize: House of Rock will host reggae artist Nattali Rize at 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Three Dog Night and Little River Band: American Bank Center will host rock bands Three Dog Night and Little River Band at 7 p.m. Cost: $39 to $393.50. Information: americanbankcenter.com.
• The Good Fortune: Brewster Street Ice House will host country band The Good Fortune at 9 p.m. Cost: $15 to $150. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Saturday, April 19

• Arise-N-Run 5K: First Baptist Church will hold its annual Arise-N-Run 5k at 8 a.m. at 3115 Ocean Drive. The family-friendly event will include a post-run awards ceremony. Cost: $20 to $40 for registration. Information: firstcorpus.org/events.
• Anything Box: House of Rock will host synth-pop group Anything Box at 7 p.m. Cost: $30 to $60. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Payton Howie: Brewster Street Ice House will host country artist Payton Howie at 9 p.m. Cost: $10. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Sunday, April 20

• 83rd annual Easter Sunrise Passion Play: Head to Cole Park Amphitheater around sunrise (7 a.m.) for the 83rd annual Easter Sunrise Passion Play. The event traces the steps of Jesus Christ from his betrayal on Holy Thursday until his resurrection on Easter Sunday with the sun rising over Corpus Christi Bay in the background. Cost: Free. Information: Debra Scott-Brown at 361-442-6194.
• Easter Eggstravaganza: Venture Church will host its annual Easter Eggstravaganza for families at 4 p.m. at Heritage Park. Cost: Free. Information: facebook.com/Venturechurchcc.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Monday, April 21

• Guttermouth: House of Rock will host rock band Guttermouth at 6 p.m. Cost: $20. Information: texashouseofrock.com.

Tuesday, April 22

• Love the Mouse: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s Department of Theatre and Dance will host its Island Dance Demo: Love the Mouse at 7:30 p.m. April 22 and April 23 at the institution’s Warren Theatre at 6300 Ocean Drive. The event will feature popular Disney songs and storytelling through dance. Cost: $12. Information: tamucc.edu/samc/theatre.

Wednesday, April 23

• Birdiest Festival: Corpus Christi’s Birdiest Festival in America returns for five days from April 23 through April 27 across the city area. Enjoy events including Birds & Beers, Author’s Wine & Cheese Night, a photo scavenger hunt, a keynote speaker, plenty of trips and more. Cost: Varies. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
• Cheap Trick: Concrete Street will host rock band Cheap Trick at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $50 to $65. Information: concretestreet.net.
• Love the Mouse: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s Department of Theatre and Dance will host its Island Dance Demo: Love the Mouse at 7:30 p.m. at the institution’s Warren Theatre at 6300 Ocean Drive. The event will feature popular Disney songs and storytelling through dance. Cost: $12. Information: tamucc.edu/samc/theatre.

Thursday, April 24

• Rich Lockhart Band: Brewster Street Ice House will host the Rich Lockhart Band at 9 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• Birdiest Festival: Corpus Christi’s Birdiest Festival in America continues through April 27 across the city area. Enjoy events including Birds & Beers, Author’s Wine & Cheese Night, a photo scavenger hunt, a keynote speaker, plenty of trips and more. Cost: Varies. Information: birdiestfestival.org.

Friday, April 25

• Texas Sandfest: Head to Port Aransas Beach for fun in the sand with sand sculptures, food, shopping, live music and more from April 25 through April 27. Cost: $5 to $250. Information: portaransas.org/texas-sandfest.
• The Emo Night Tour: House of Rock will host The Emo Night Tour, an evening of emo music, at 8 p.m. Cost: $17 to $25. Information: texashouseofrock.com.
• Truck Stop Gamblers: Brewster Street Ice House will host country band Truck Stop Gamblers at 9 p.m. Cost: $15 to $150. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• Birdiest Festival: Corpus Christi’s Birdiest Festival in America continues through April 27 across the city area. Enjoy events including Birds & Beers, Author’s Wine & Cheese Night, a photo scavenger hunt, a keynote speaker, plenty of trips and more. Cost: Varies. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Saturday, April 26

• Fourth annual Fur a Good Paws: The Gulf Coast Humane Society will host its fourth annual Fur a Good Paws, an event full of glamour, fun and heartfelt celebration, at 5 p.m. at 3700 Ocean Drive. Guests are encouraged to dress up in their finest “Gatsby-inspired attire” for an evening of philanthropy. Cost: $20 to $5,000. Information: gchscc.org/fgp.
• Izzfest 2025 — Braxton Keith: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will host its 2025 Izzfest at Concrete Street with country singer Braxton Keith at 6 p.m. Cost: $12.44. Information: concretestreet.net.
• Rally Night Parade: Doors will open for Buc Days’ Rally Night Parade at 5:30 p.m. and the parade will start at 8 p.m. at Buc Stadium. Cost: $10 to $15. Information: bucdays.com/parades/night-parade.
• High N Dry — Tribute to Def Leppard: Brewster Street Ice House will host cover band Def Leppard at 9 p.m. Cost: $15 to $150. Information: brewsterstreet.net.
• Texas Sandfest: Head to Port Aransas Beach for fun in the sand with sand sculptures, food, shopping, live music and more from April 26 and April 27. Cost: $5 to $250. Information: portaransas.org/texas-sandfest.
• Birdiest Festival: Corpus Christi’s Birdiest Festival in America continues through April 27 across the city area. Enjoy events including Birds & Beers, Author’s Wine & Cheese Night, a photo scavenger hunt, a keynote speaker, plenty of trips and more. The South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center will hold a $2 Community Day for attendees during Birdiest Festival, which will include butterfly and lady bug releases, vendors, food trucks and more. Cost: Varies. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” through Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Sunday, April 27

• Texas Sandfest: Head to Port Aransas Beach for fun in the sand with sand sculptures, food, shopping, live music and more. The event concludes on April 27. Cost: $5 to $250. Information: portaransas.org/texas-sandfest.
• Birdiest Festival: Corpus Christi’s Birdiest Festival in America concludes on April 27 across the city area. Enjoy events including Birds & Beers, Author’s Wine & Cheese Night, a photo scavenger hunt, a keynote speaker, plenty of trips and more. Cost: Varies. Information: birdiestfestival.org.
• “Murder on the Orient Express”: Join Aurora Arts Theatre for its production of “Murder on the Orient Express” Sunday, April 27. Cost: $20 to $25. Information: 361-851-9700, auroraartstheatre.com.

Wednesday, April 30

• Cold: House of Rock will host rock band Cold at 7 p.m. Cost: $25. Information: texashouseofrock.com.

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