Events

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Port Aransas Community Center, starting January 2nd. Learn how to play this traditional game, make friends in the community, and have fun! Registration is required, with a $10 PAC fee.

Dive into the unique Port Aransas culture by partaking in the tradition of Belt Sander Racing! Join us at The GAFF, 323 Beach St, every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 3 PM for good food, great beer, and competitive Belt Sander Racing!

Join us for the annual Port Aransas Restaurant Week, running from January 17th to February 2nd. Restaurants throughout Port Aransas will offer special prix-fixe menus, with $25 lunch, $25 weekend brunch, $35 dinner, and $50 dinner options. This is the perfect opportunity to explore local dining while enjoying great value and supporting our community’s eateries. Don’t miss out on this delicious celebration of Port Aransas’ culinary scene!

Join us for an enriching experience in the Intermediate Watercolor class with the talented Carrie Trenner on January 23rd, from 11 AM to 2 PM, at the Port A Art Center, located at 104 N Alister St. For $45, this class is designed to enhance your watercolor skills and help you develop your unique style. Bring your own supplies and receive valuable techniques and guidance to elevate your artwork. Please note that this is an intermediate class focused on developing your individual style rather than following a step-by-step approach. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow as an artist—sign up today!

Take your painting skills to the next level with the Acrylic Paint Class, hosted by Greta Watkins, on January 27th from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Port A Art Center, located at 104 N Alister St. For $60, this class is perfect for beginner to intermediate painters. You’ll learn how to paint with a limited palette, use various brushstrokes and mark-making techniques, and understand the basics of composition. The class will provide helpful tips for working with acrylics, including how to manage drying times. An 11x14 canvas will be provided, and some assistance will be offered, such as a pattern to trace or a photo. Bring a friend and a snack, and share the fun—don’t miss out! Supplies List

• Acrylic paint in tubes:
  • Titanium White
  • Cadmium Yellow Medium
  • Pyrrole Red
  • Phthalo Blue
  • Optional: Quinacridone Magenta (suggested brand: Liquitex Basics or other Liquitex or Golden tube paints)
• Brushes:
  • Flats: 3/4”, 1/2”, 1/8”
• #2 pencil
• Optional: Painting apron
• Provided:
  • 11x14 stretched canvas
  • Containers to rinse brushes
  • Paper towels
  • Easels

Learn the art of creating beautiful watercolor greeting cards with Brandi Wilson on January 28th, from 12 PM to 3 PM, at the Port A Art Center, located at 104 N Alister St. For $45, this beginner-paced class will guide you through surface prep, paint qualities, and various techniques like wet-on-wet vs. wet-on-dry applications, masking fluid, layering, and even metallic options. You’ll create two 5x7 inch greeting cards, one pre-sketched/masked and ready to go, and one abstract or seasonal design. This fun and low-pressure class is perfect for learning new techniques while crafting a cute set of personalized cards. Sign up today and enjoy the process of making unique works of art!

Discover the joy of creating mosaic art with Janet Dineen on January 29th, from 11 AM to 4 PM, at the Port A Art Center, located at 104 N Alister St. For $130, you'll learn how to design, cut tiles, and apply grout using small tiles that are perfect for both beginners and experienced mosaic artists. Janet has been creating mosaic art since the early '90s and is excited to share her passion for this fun and relaxing art form. All tools and materials will be provided, and you'll have the opportunity to choose your design shape, such as a dragonfly, heart, fish, turtle, or butterfly. Don't miss out on this creative and low-stress workshop!  

Get ready to get your groove on and dance the night away at the Sparkle & Shine Community Disco on January 30th from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Roberts Point Park, located at 301 JC Barr Blvd. For just $10, enjoy live music, games, refreshments, and a fun disco costume contest. Registration is encouraged. Don’t miss this chance to shine and have a blast with the community at this lively and festive event!

Join us for an educational night walk through the Port A Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture North, located at 1200 Port St, on February 6th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Explore the fascinating nocturnal animals that roam the preserve at night. Bring a flashlight and wear comfortable walking shoes for this adventure. Registration is required. Experience the wonders of nature after dark!  

Each year since 1996, the Whooping Crane Festival has celebrated in Port Aransas the annual return of the cranes to their wintering habitatat. While most enjoy the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, it's amazing to see these creatures take flight. The Texas Coastal Bend is the only place to see the world’s last natural population of Whooping Cranes. Click here to view more information about the schedule and where to purchase tickets. The four-day event will feature renowned speakers, birding trips, boating trips, nature tours, photography workshops, trade shows, and more.

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Round Robin Mixed Doubles Matches. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. FREE! No partner needed—weather permitting. WHERE: PAISD Tennis Courts, 100 S. Station, Port Aransas, Texas 78373 WHEN: 7:30 PM