Happy International Women’s Day! How are you celebrating all of those special women in your life? Look no further – we’ve compiled all the fun you can have this weekend. But don’t forget: we spring ahead this weekend – so if you’re feeling extra tired on Sunday, you can blame Daylight Savings Time!
45TH ANNUAL FULTON OYSTERFEST
Thursday and Friday, 5 – 11 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to midnight; Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fulton Beach Park
Aw shuck yeah, it’s time for Oysterfest! Now, while eating raw oysters may be a dividing issue for most (personally, I think they’re delicious but you couldn’t pay some of my friends to eat one), there’s nothing divisive about this festival. There’s carnival rides, games, live music, a parade, unique vendor booths and, of course, an oyster eating contest – clearly, there’s something for everyone! Find the whole schedule here. 
HOT YOGA, COLD BEER
Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Nueces Brewing Company
Are you feeling a little downward dog? Thos rain clouds seriously dampening your chakras? Do you feel a little more limber with some liquid help? Celebrate International Women’s Day with this installment of Hot Yoga, Cold Beer. This donation-based class is held weekly in the brew room of Nueces Brewing. Grab a cold one for some hot yoga, and we promise you, you’ll feel like a happy baby in no time.
MARKET DAYS AT COTTON BRANCH FARMS
Friday, 6-10 p.m, and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.
Cotton Branch Farms
E-I-E-I-O: Spend the day out on the farm and take in the fresh spring air while you get your Easter shopping done. Check out the 100+ vendors, grab lunch from a food truck, enjoy live music, get rustic with farm animals and more at the Market Days at Cotton Branch Farms. And it’s twice the fun with two opportunities to visit the farm – Friday night and Saturday afternoon!
DOWNTOWN WAVES OF LAUGHTER
Friday, 8:30 p.m.
Lazy Beach Brewing
Ride the wave of laughter at a gut-busting, hilarious night of non-stop comedy. Laugh until your sides hurt as Aaron Carranza hosts a slew of talented comedians, including Jenn DeLaFuente, Corynne th Artist, Brandon Dolly, Ana J Ramirez, Chris Longoria and Merri Garcia.. This LOL, LMFAO, ROFL show is free to attend.
12TH ANNUAL COMPETENCIA FOLKLÓRICA DE TEJAS
Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
American Bank Center
Prepare to be dazzled by ballet foklorico dancers from across the U.S. and Mexico as they take to the stage with impressive and colorful dances. For $10 daily admission, or $15 for a weekend pass, you can experience and celebrate this cultural performance.
SOUTHSIDE FARMERS’ MARKET
Saturday, 9 a.m.
5800 Everhart Road
Stock up your pantry with local fruits, veggies and more at the Corpus Christi Southside Farmers’ market. This weekly market is held rain or shine in the Market shopping center at 5800 Everhart Rd.
JAPAN DAY
Saturday, 10 a.m.
Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures
Embrace the culture of the land of the rising sun with the Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures’ Japan Day. The Japanese culture forum is a family-friendly event, complete with entertainment, arts and crafts, exhibits and demonstrations. Must pay museum admission.
IKEBANA FLOWER ARRANGEMENT
Saturday, 2 p.m.
Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures
It’s springtime and the flowers are popping up all around us. While you’re enjoying Japan Day at the Asian Cultures Museum, get hands on and try your hand at the Japanese art of Ikebana, or flower arrangement. For $4, you choose your flowers and create your own arrangement to take home all materials are included.
ROCK N ROLL FLEA MARKET
Saturday, 11 a.m.
House of Rock
Get ready to rock, errr, shop at this installment of the Rock N Roll flea market. Snag that rockin’ merch from vinyls and CDs to tees, and everything else you need to add to your collection. Stop by House of Rock on Saturday to shop small and support local vendors – what could be more metal than that?
TACOS Y MAS
Saturday, 4:30-6 p.m.
Sew Bonita
Celebrate all things cultura at this free event at Sew Bonita, featuring a meet and greet plus book signing with Jose Ralat, author of American Tacos and the Taco Editor for Texas Monthly (can you say dream job?!) and a taco panel discussion. TacoBar Street will be serving up deliciousness outside, and enjoy a complimentary beer from Four Corners Brewing. Also, stay for the giveaways from both Sew Bonita and Taco Gear.
SECOND SATURDAY CREATORS MARKET
Saturday, 5 p.m.
Lazy Beach Brewing
Raise up your local female vendors and businesswomen at this evening featuring all things local: beers, creations, food and lazy vibes. Head over to Lazy Beach Southside for a night of sweet vibes and fun.
SPRING BREAK ON THE COAST
Saturday, 6 p.m.
Concrete Street Amphitheater
Kick up your boots and kick off spring break with a rockin’ time at Spring Break on the Coast. Grab your tickets now, if you haven’t already, to see Midland with Megan Moroney and friends take the stage to party it up, coastal style.
7TH ANNIVERSARY CASINO NIGHT
Saturday, 7 p.m.
The Exchange
Take a gamble on a rockin’ Saturday night, and party it up with the jamily at The Exchange as the downtown dive celebrates its 7th anniversary (and Xavier’s birthday). Jam out with Triptonite and try your luck at the casino tables. $7 Bear & Bulls all night.
WES SPRING MARKET
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Water Street Market
Who run the world? Girls. And WES is taking over the Sunday Farmer’s market to highlight amazing, local woman-owned small businesses. Grab a drink from the outdoor bar and groove to live music as you shop small, shop local and support women.
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