Annual South Padre Island Polar Bear Dip
January, New Years Day
Take the ocean dip at noon at the beach behind Boomerang Billy's Beach Bar/Surf Motel, 2612 Gulf Boulevard.
Longest Causeway Run & Wellness Walk
January
Hundreds of runners and walkers join for a view from the Queen Isabella Memorial Causeway. For more information about the run, visit www.portisabel.org/causeway_run.
KOA's World's Largest Surf Fishing Tournament
February
Visit us for the largest surf fishing tournament in the world (in the Guinness Book of World Records).
South Padre Island Kitefest
February
Kite enthusiasts from around the country will descend on South Padre Island for this annual fun fly.
Spring Break
March
Come for the beach, sun, water activities, music, parties, and more. Check http://springbreak.sopadre.com/main/index.php for more information.
Annual Surfing Championship
April
Watch the pros catch the waves at Isla Blanca Park.
Turtle Days
May
Join the flotilla of kayakers as they celebrate the turtle nesting season on South Padre Island.
Friday Night Fireworks
Memorial Day - Labor Day
Look to the skies over the bay for a great fireworks presentation every Friday night through Labor Day weekend!
Ladies Kingfish Tournament
August
Ladies, come fish and join in the fun at this annual tournament. www.spichamber.com/events/kingfish.php
Adopt-A-Beach Fall Cleanup
September
Sponsored by the Texas General Land Office (www.glo.state.tx.us/adopt-a-beach/), this fall cleanup is dedicated to keeping Texas beaches clean and safe. This is your chance to help protect and preserve our beaches.
Bike Fest (Roar by the Shore)
October
This annual motorcycle rally includes scavenger hunts, live music, poker runs, bike shows, bike rides, and more. For information, visit www.spibikefest.com.
Shrimp Cookoff
November
Yummy food and excellent activities highlight this World's Championship Shrimp Cookoff. www.portisabel.org/shrimp-cookoff
South Padre Island International Music Festival
November
Come relax on the beach and enjoy the music at the Music Festival. www.spimusicfest.com/fest/news.shtml
South Padre Island Christmas Lighted Boat Parade
December
Head bayside to see the lights and the festive sights along the bay.
Annual Christmas Parade
December
Padre Boulevard comes alive to celebrate the season.
*For specific dates and more information on these events and other happenings, go to the South Padre Island Convention and Visitors Bureau website (www.sopadre.com).
