Port Aransas: Texas - Island Style
Calendar of Events 2008

March 2008

March 1–31, 2008
Spring Break
The second full week in March is traditionally the busiest during the month of March!
March 10-14 ~ including both weekends before and after.

April 2008

April through October 2008
Sunset Sounds
Musical performances by local artists held the second Friday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Free and open to the public at Robert's Point Park. For more information, call the Port Aransas Parks & Recreation, 361-749-4158 or visit www.portaransas.org.

April 18-20, 2008
Texas Sandfest
The largest Master's Sand Sculpting Competition in the United States. For more Texas Sandfest information log on to www.texassandfest.com. For accommodations log on to www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

April 26, 2008
Adopt A Beach Cleanup
Statewide event held twice a year, in the spring and fall. Participants gather and document debris from area beaches. For more information, call 800-45-COAST or log on to www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

May 2008

May 17-19, 2008
Songwriter's Showcase/Artfest
A fine array of Arts & Crafts for sale on Saturday and Sunday. Monday is the Annual Songwriter's Showcase at 7pm on the grounds of the historic Tarpon Inn. Bring a lawn chair/blanket/cooler & listen to some wonderful original music under the stars. For more information, call 1-800-45-COAST or log on to www.portaransas.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

Spring through Fall
Fishing tournaments almost every weekend
There's sure to be one that will attract you to Port A…more information at www.portaransas.org/fish_boat.html. For accommodations log on to www.portaransas.org or call 800-45-COAST. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

June 2008

June 14, 2008
University of Texas Marine Science Institute 62nd Anniversary - Open House
The University of Texas Marine Science Institute will hold its bi-annual open house on campus. There will be exhibitions, guided tours and field excursions. Call 361-749-6711 or log on to www.utmsi.utexas.edu for more information. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

July 2008

July 3-6, 2008
73rd Annual Deep Sea Roundup
Oldest fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast. This tournament features activities for the entire family. Categories consist of Bay/Surf division, Offshore division and Piggy Perch contest for the children. For more information, visit the Port Aransas Boatmen's Association website: www.paboatmen.org. For accommodations log on to www.portaransas.org or call 800-45-COAST. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

February 2009

February 27 - March 1, 2009
13th Annual Celebration of Whooping Cranes & Other Birds
Annual festival celebrating the endangered Whooping Cranes that winter in our area. Birding tours by boat and bus, renowned speakers, exhibits, nature related trade show, art and photography workshops plus more. For more information, call the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce at 800-45-COAST or www.portaransas.org.

* Dates, times & locations may change. Please call ahead of time to verify.

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	Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce Tourist & Convention Bureau 403 W. Cotter Port Aransas, Texas 78373 Phone: (361) 749-5919 Toll-free 1-800-45-COAST Email: tourist@portaransas.org Web: www.portaransas.org