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.
Check out one of the biggest festivals that Corpus Christi has to offer, the annual Buc Days Celebration, where you can enjoy the Stripes Carnival, the Shops at Treasure Island, Buckin’ Marlin Stage, BBQ On The Bay, Robotics Rodeo, and the Wings Over South Texas. Celebrate the people and communities that make the city shine. During the Rally Night Parade at Buc Days, you’ll see marching bands, spirited dancing, dazzling floats, and the Official Wrecker Service, Apollo Towing, clear the route for all the fun. There’s something for buccaneers of every age right here in the heart of the city by the sea.