Make sure to follow Corpus Christi Fun for Kids on Facebook because we are ALWAYS posting fun things to do. I also have the Summer Camps Guide and the Summer Fun Guide with even more ideas of things to do with kids in Corpus Christi. If you want to use the information found here, please be courteous and link back to this site. Compiling is hard work!
1. Check Out a Small Museum
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Photo via Robstown Area Historical Museum Facebook |
Cost: Free to a few dollars
2. Visit the Other Aquarium
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Photo via Aquarium at Rockport Harbor |
Hours: Open Daily from 1 - 4 pm, Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Cost: Free
706 Navigation Circle
Rockport, Texas
361-727-0016
3. Meet an Alpaca
We love to visit Shear Bliss Alpaca Farms when they have special events but anyone can make an appointment to visit the ranch any time of the year. Your kids will love seeing the furry alpacas up close and they can even feed and pet them. They don't charge but they do accept donations and you want to bring money to buy the alpaca products like dryer balls and rugs.
Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
Shear Bliss Alpacas
605 Silver Creek Road
Sinton, TX
361-287-3643
4. Learn About Rescued Animals in Our Community
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Photo via Texas Sealife Center Facebook Page |
Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm and Sunday 12-4 pm
Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
Texas Sealife Center
14220 S Padre Island Dr.
361-589-4023
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Photo via UTMSI Facebook Page |
The UTMSI facilities are open to the public and provide free educational opportunities for your kids. The Marine Science Education Center in Port Aransas promotes marine science with self-guided tours and educational movies that lets people get a view a view of the diversity of local marine life. The Wetlands Education Center provides free guided tours for the public. The newest attraction is the Estuary Explorium which houses approximately 950 square-feet of engaging exhibits that are designed to increase public awareness of the value and transitional nature of the estuarine environment. The Bay Education Center in Rockport allows visitors to explore the estuary through interactive exhibits and outdoor activities. It also has the Science On a Sphere, a spherical display system created by NOAA to illustrate Earth science concepts to people of all ages. They even offer free or low cost programs like birding classes for kids, story times, and more for kids 3 and up.
Cost: FreeMarine Science Education Center/Wetlands Education Center/Estuary Explorium
855 E. Cotter Ave.
Port Aransas, TX
The Bay Education Center
121 Seabreeze Drive
Rockport, TX
361-749-6711
6. Watch a Turtle Hatchling Release
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Cost: $10 per vehicle for a 1-7-day pass, $20 per vehicle for a 1-year pass (valid for 12 months from date purchased)
7. Splash the Day Away

Cost: $1 and up
8. Catch a Free Flick
Whether indoors our outdoors (or even in the water), you have a few choices for free movies with the kids. The Bay Jammin’ Cinema Series is a community favorite with family friendly movies every Friday after dark. You can bring blankets or lawn chairs (and plenty of bug spray) and watch a fun movie with the whole family for free! Movies have not been announced just yet but stay tuned for the movie lineup. The Corpus Christi Ride-In Theater has a monthly movie at the Watergardens although these movies tend to be geared towards your older kids. Port Aransas Parks and Recreation has Movies Under the Stars each second Wednesday night of the month starting May 10. The Aransas Pass Aquatic Center has dive in movies at a steal (watch for schedule). If you prefer the cold air condition, catch a $1 family friendly movie at the Dollar Cinema every Thursday at the Cinemark Movie Clubhouse or at the Alamo Drafthouse during Summer Kids Camp. The Aquarium at Rockport Harbor has Movie and Popcorn nights that are completely free. The area libraries also have completely free movies as part of their Summer programming. While you're there, you can also check out the latest DVD's free with your library card!
Cost: Free to $5
9. Get Your Kids Dancing with Free Live Music
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Photo via Corpus Christi Municipal Band Facebook |
Cost: Free
Retama Room (2nd floor of the Harvin Center)
101 Baldwin Blvd.
Cole Park Amphitheater
1526 Ocean Dr.
10. Get Crafty (without the mess)
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Photo via Art Center of Corpus Christi Facebook Page |
Cost: Free
Art Center of Corpus Christi
100 N Shoreline Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX
11. Read a Book
Really! Some days are just going to be too hot to be out and about. If they need a little motivation to read, check out some of the Summer reading programs we've compiled. If you decide you want to leave the house, the area libraries have a schedule full of events to entertain your kids.
Cost: Free
Updated 5/28/2017