Featured Events

Join the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary this fall for some cozy crafts on the back deck! Fall Into Fun! is a seasonal program of fall- and nature-themed craft activities, fun for the whole family. This limited program runs every Saturday from September 19 through November 28 and is included with […]

As the first all-women’s fishing tournament in Texas, the Ladies Kingfish Tournament has been a tradition for over 40 years. Anglers compete in bay and offshore divisions, showcasing their skills in one of the most exciting fishing events of the season. Whether you're casting a line or celebrating the competition, this tournament is a must […]

Join the excitement at the Texas International Fishing Tournament, the largest saltwater fishing competition in Texas! Anglers compete across three divisions—bay, tarpon, and offshore—testing their skills in the rich waters of the Gulf. Whether you're reeling in the big one or cheering from the docks, this iconic tournament is a can’t-miss event for fishing enthusiasts!

As the first all-women’s fishing tournament in Texas, the Ladies Kingfish Tournament has been a tradition for over 40 years. Anglers compete in bay and offshore divisions, showcasing their skills in one of the most exciting fishing events of the season. Whether you're casting a line or celebrating the competition, this tournament is a must […]

The City of South Padre Island and Sandcastle Days founders Walter McDonald and Lucinda Wierenga are proud to welcome you to the 38th Annual Sandcastle Days. Master Sand sculptors Walter McDonald (aka Amazin Walter) and Lucinda Wierenga (aka Sandy Feet) are South Padre Island residents. Sandcastle Days is a way to demonstrate the magical sculpting […]

Join the excitement at the Texas International Fishing Tournament, the largest saltwater fishing competition in Texas! Anglers compete across three divisions—bay, tarpon, and offshore—testing their skills in the rich waters of the Gulf. Whether you're reeling in the big one or cheering from the docks, this iconic tournament is a can’t-miss event for fishing enthusiasts!

As the first all-women’s fishing tournament in Texas, the Ladies Kingfish Tournament has been a tradition for over 40 years. Anglers compete in bay and offshore divisions, showcasing their skills in one of the most exciting fishing events of the season. Whether you're casting a line or celebrating the competition, this tournament is a must […]

Join the excitement at the Texas International Fishing Tournament, the largest saltwater fishing competition in Texas! Anglers compete across three divisions—bay, tarpon, and offshore—testing their skills in the rich waters of the Gulf. Whether you're reeling in the big one or cheering from the docks, this iconic tournament is a can’t-miss event for fishing enthusiasts!

As the first all-women’s fishing tournament in Texas, the Ladies Kingfish Tournament has been a tradition for over 40 years. Anglers compete in bay and offshore divisions, showcasing their skills in one of the most exciting fishing events of the season. Whether you're casting a line or celebrating the competition, this tournament is a must […]

Join the excitement at the Texas International Fishing Tournament, the largest saltwater fishing competition in Texas! Anglers compete across three divisions—bay, tarpon, and offshore—testing their skills in the rich waters of the Gulf. Whether you're reeling in the big one or cheering from the docks, this iconic tournament is a can’t-miss event for fishing enthusiasts!

As the first all-women’s fishing tournament in Texas, the Ladies Kingfish Tournament has been a tradition for over 40 years. Anglers compete in bay and offshore divisions, showcasing their skills in one of the most exciting fishing events of the season. Whether you're casting a line or celebrating the competition, this tournament is a must […]