Did you know that the Selena Auditorium in the Coastal Bend area is named after the legendary Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla-Perez? This auditorium has over 2,500 seats and an excellent acoustical rating, making it one of the most popular entertainment venues in the area. It's part of the American Bank Center, which is managed by Oak View Group and is home to the Islanders and IceRays. This premier entertainment facility can host private meetings, conventions, live performances, and sporting events. If you're looking for a versatile event space in the downtown district, the American Bank Center | Selena Auditorium is the perfect choice.
The Wings Over South Texas Air Show takes place every other year, featuring the world-famous Blue Angels. Witness how their flying superiority and preciseness result in one heart-pounding aerial show above Corpus Christi Bay. Be sure to catch the next Blue Angels air show at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi and Naval Air Station Kingsville. These two locations host the event, featuring the military's aircraft, showcasing their skills with a few other crowd-pleasing attractions.
Commemorate the legendary Tejano star, Selena Quintanilla, as you walk through the Selena Museum, where you can view her many accomplishments that have been put on display so that her loving and adoring fans from around the world can feel closer to the singer who left us too soon. As you stroll through the museum, you'll see her music memorabilia, performance outfits, a collection of pictures, awards, and even her iconic red 1986 Porsche. If you want more Selena, visit her statue by the water or pay your respects at her gravesite.