Celebrate Live Music Experience Port A’s live music scene at a new level when attending Port A Live Music Fest. All weekend long, you can enjoy bands that span genres and generations as they perform at one-of-a-kind venues throughout town. Enjoy the island as you mingle with visitors and locals all…
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Make the most of your time at the beach! When you head down to the Port Aransas Beach, you want to make the most of your time away from the hustle and bustle of your everyday life. Having the perfect beach day is number one on everyone's list. Whether you want to relax in the sun or surf in the…
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Welcome Sip Yard to the shores of Port Aransas! Sip Yard is a brand-new, three-story music venue, food court, and bar that is a must when you visit Port A. This is a modern, outdoor, family-friendly place that has ocean views you won't want to miss, tasty drinks that are waiting to be tried, and six…
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Crabbing in Port Aransas, Texas When you crave a fresh succulent crab leg, skip the lines and catch your own! Island Tackle is the go-to spot for all you crabbing supplies—crab buckets, traps, rings, nets, line, gloves, tongs. You name it, they’ve got it! Here’s a little how-to if you are planning…
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Celebrate July Fourth on the Island! Experience July Fourth island style when you visit Port Aransas. Spend time with your friends and family enjoying all the holiday fun that the island has to offer. From boat cruises that take you to watch the fireworks to live music at your favorite beach bar…
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One margarita, two margaritas, three margaritas, try some more! Margarita Madness is finally here! For the whole month of March, you can enjoy margaritas from different restaurants all over Port Aransas. Try a classic or find a funky new favorite, with thirty-one days there's time to try them all…
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Discover the heart of Dolphin Docks Dolphin Docks was formed in 1977 and named after the “Dolphin” charter boat, which is still in service to this day! Before Dolphin Docks, it was called the Blue Heron Dock, where it was once a small shipyard. You can still walk out on the bulkhead where the boat…
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You don't have to leave the shore to reel in a keeper! Port Aransas is known as the “Fishing Capital of Texas,” but that doesn't mean you need a boat to join in on the fun. Several piers offer access to amazing fishing just off the banks of Port A. Get in on the action without setting up a charter…
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The face behind the flavor! Chef Albino Garcia Jr. is the Executive Chef/General Manager at Trout Street Bar & Grill. He has been in the industry since 2006. He's worked in country clubs, restaurants, catering for the oil field, and he has cooked private dinners. Albino told the Visit Port A team…
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Port Aransas has been yarn-bombed! When you drive down the Port Aransas beach, you might find a welcome surprise made of yarn. The little bundles of joy that sit atop the bollards on the beach are called Bollard Buddies. These fun friends bring smiles to everyone who sees them and are just another…
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