At least once in everyone's life there has to be a visit to a small town's very own Rialto Theater, a classic Americana name meaning the theater district. In the Texas Coastal Bend, Aransas Pass has a visual arts, music and live theater performance forum right in the heart of downtown, one of the few remaining Rialtos to survive and even prosper in the country located just minutes from downtown Corpus Christi. The renovating revival of the original building which marked the birth of a new vision is yours to see and experience with a year-round event schedule packed with traditional and eclectic performances in a 100-seat theater auditorium, a 40-seat beer/wine bar, gallery and lobby for art exhibits. Although the Rialto has been walloped by not one but two hurricanes, the grand lady has survived and is proudly waiting for you.
Enjoy a true Texas tradition at the Texas Jazz Festival, which takes place every October. The three-day festival has taken place annually for more than 50 years, bringing the city jazz music for every age.
"If you're gonna paint...paint tipsy" at the Tipsy Canvas. This unique art studio will provide everything you need to create a beautiful masterpiece and even teach you essential art techniques and skills to improve your work. All you have to do is bring your favorite bottle of wine. Everyone from art junkies to those simply looking for something fun to do on a Friday night will enjoy the experience here.
Visit Oso Beach Golf Course to play a game on one of the city's award-winning municipal golf courses. Watch out, because the wind is certain to put some kinks in your game.