Join Aransas Pass Shrimporee's yearly grand festival, where you get to devour some of the best shrimp dishes South Texas has to offer, leaving your tastebuds happy. As you roam the grounds, try out the Shrimp Eating Contest, enjoy the Folklorico Dancers, Mariachis, and Belly Dancers, and take your kiddos to the Kidz Zone, Magic Show, Pony Rides, Arts & Crafts, and check out the Culinary Stage, Games, Carnival, and the Exotic Animal Exhibit. Relax a bit from the recreations and check out the 80-plus vendors, where you can enjoy shopping and a large variety of food from gumbo to funnel cakes and shrimp. Visitors can also expect to enjoy a wide variety of music that will provide continuous entertainment that should appeal to young and old alike.
Have some fun in the sun at Aransas Pass Aquatic Center, a little slice of paradise and a place to take a dip and cool off during the dog days of summer. Relax, soak, and unwind as you enjoy the family-fun attraction equipped with water slides and a 50,000-gallon kiddie pool to ensure the whole family has a splashing-good time.
Join us for a fun-filled day on the waters of the Lydia Ann Channel, where the pirate crew of Red Dragon Pirate Cruises will keep you entertained with exciting activities, such as cannon fire, dolphin watching, sword fighting, treasure hunting, and much more. They offer a variety of adventurous pirate cruises for all occasions, including birthdays, weddings, school field trips, private charters, special events, and more. The pirate ship is perfect for all ages, from the youngest sword fighters to the most seasoned deck mates. Bring the whole family and enjoy an experience you'll never forget. And for the adults, don't miss out on our tales of the high seas, adult pirate grog, and stunning views around Port Aransas.