*Great effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this calendar of events.  However dates may change.  Please check ahead before making plans.*

January	February	March	April
May	June	July	August
September	October	November	December

February 2004

February 8th: Kiss Me Kate. Based on Shakespeare’s “Taming Of The Shrew”, this live production held at Selena Bayfront Auditorium is sure to delight one and all. For information please call (361) 881-8499.
February 13th – 15th: Country Peddler Show. Be sure and mark your calendars for the Country Peddler Show, held at The Selena Bayfront Auditorium. With such a variety of crafts, foods, arts, and much more, this is an event not to be missed. Visit their Website at www.peddlershow.com for further details.
February 19th – 21st: South Texas Ranching Heritage Festival. Held in Kingsville, this festival includes a rodeo, vendors and cooking demonstration. For further information visit http://archives.tamuk.edu/ranching_heritage_festival_2004a.htm
February 20th: USS Lexington Stage Door Canteen. This will be the 11th year for this event featuring a big band orchestra and a variety show. For further information call Sandi at (361) 888-4873 or email her at [email protected].
February 20th – 22nd: 4th Annual Spring And Garden Expo. Held at the Bayfront Convention Center. This is the largest home and garden show event in South Texas. For further information visit their Website at www.expoltd.com.

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March 2004

March 4th – 7th:  Oysterfest.  Fulton Volunteer Fire Department presents its 24th annual fundraiser that includes oyster-eating contests, oysters on the half shell, music and arts and crafts.  For further information please call (361) 729-2388.

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April 2004

April 8 – May 2: Buccaneer Days. Buccaneer Days began in 1938 and celebrates Corpus Christi’s pirate heritage. Families camp out to get a good viewing spot to watch the illuminated Night Parade along Leopard Street. The event also boasts a carnival, pageants, fireworks, a rodeo and a children’s parade. For further information visit www.bucdays.com or call (361) 882-3242.
April 15th – 18th: Windfest. The 31st annual event includes both kids’ and adults’ basketball tournaments, a chili, bean and rib cookoff, a carnival, a children’s area, a petting zoo and food booths. The event is held in Portland. For further information call (361) 643-2475 or visit www.windfest.org.
April 30 – May 2, 2004: Freer Rattlesnake Roundup. Check out the heaviest and longest rattlesnakes at this festival held in Freer. The event also includes a rattlesnake hunt, carnival, dances and much more. For further information call (361)394-6891.

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April 2004

April 8 – May 2: Buccaneer Days. Buccaneer Days began in 1938 and celebrates Corpus Christi’s pirate heritage. Families camp out to get a good viewing spot to watch the illuminated Night Parade along Leopard Street. The event also boasts a carnival, pageants, fireworks, a rodeo and a children’s parade. For further information visit www.bucdays.com or call (361) 882-3242.
April 15th – 18th: Windfest. The 31st annual event includes both kids’ and adults’ basketball tournaments, a chili, bean and rib cookoff, a carnival, a children’s area, a petting zoo and food booths. The event is held in Portland. For further information call (361) 643-2475 or visit www.windfest.org.
April 30 – May 2, 2004: Freer Rattlesnake Roundup. Check out the heaviest and longest rattlesnakes at this festival held in Freer. The event also includes a rattlesnake hunt, carnival, dances and much more. For further information call (361)394-6891.

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May 2004

May 15th: Beach To Bay 2004. This six person running event attracts participants from far and wide. For further information call (361) 881-6166 or visit www.beachtobayrelay.com.
May 29th: Rockport Festival Of Wines. Be sure to sample the wines and foods from Rockport restaurants. The event is held on the grounds of the Texas Maritime Museum, 1202 Navigation Circle, Rockport. For further information call (361) 729-1271 or visit www.texasfestivalofwines.com.

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June 2004

June 4th – 6th: 56th Annual Aransas Pass Shrimporee. If you’re a shrimp lover, you’ll love this festival. Held at the Aransas Pass Community Park, this event features shrimp-eating and shrimp-peeling contests, arts and crafts vendors, carnival rides, musical acts, magicians and face painting. For further information call 800-633-3028 or visit www.aransaspass.org.
June 12th: C-Sculptures. Known as the largest one-day event on the Texas Coast, the 27th annual event promises impressive sand sculptures, live music, volleypalloza and a much-anticipated bikini contest. For further information call (361) 289-0111, ext. 156.
June 26th: Czech Festival. Enjoy a full day of activities including Czech food, beer, soft drinks and Czech Polka Bands. For further information email [email protected].

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July 2004

July 3rd – 4th: Rockport Art Festival. Find pottery, sculptures, wildlife paintings, landscapes and seascapes, and arts and crafts at the 34th annual festival, held in Rockport. For further information call (361) 729-5519 or visit www.rockportartcenter.org.

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August 2004

(August 2004): Pow-Wow By The Sea: View spectacular dance contests and find Native American arts and crafts at the Coastal Bend Council of Native American’s annual Pow-Wow By The Seas at the Memorial Coliseum. For further information call (361) 643-0399.

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September 2004

September 2nd – 5th: 3rd Annual Corpus Christi Bike Rally. For more information visit www.corpuschristibikerally.com.
September 24th – 26th: Bayfest. Enjoy six stages of music, which includes a multicultural stage for families, and smoked turkey legs, plus an array of carnival rides. The festival is also known for big-name bands from the past and up-and-comers from the present. For further information call (361) 887-0868 or visit www.bayfesttexas.com.

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