Happy Friday, Corpus Christi. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Corpus Christi Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Local happenings: Port of Corpus Christi opens free tours of its eco hub, cops kick off a back to school fair, and tweens raced robo cars — catch up here.

State-level stories: Experienced foreign-trained doctors serve rural Texas under a new law, a 408MW solar plant sells power to Microsoft, and schools ban phones statewide — see what else is brewing.

National headlines: 24/7 social security access, dogs detect Parkinson’s, and a new method or reclaiming 98 percent of battery metals — peruse the best of the rest.

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Drink: Your morning ritual deserves better than gas station swill and drive-thru disappointment. From baristas who remember your “usual” to pastry cases that whisper sweet temptations, these nearby caffeine sanctuaries know that great coffee is about way more than just the beans.

Culture: Dive into art galleries, striking sculptures, history and some wildly niche oddities at these must-visit museums. It’s the perfect excuse to put on real pants and explore the city.

Home: Whether you’re ready to ditch the starter home or plant roots in a neighborhood that feels like home, the right agent makes all the difference. Meet the top realtors in Corpus Christi, ya know, the ones who actually get you.

Family: Looking for creative ways to keep the littles entertained that don’t involve a screen? We’ve rounded up some of the coolest summer outdoor toys and activities for on-the-go kiddos.

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📆 Around town this weekend

All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirey outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.

Today

🎨 Live Tunes @ House of Rock | Friday (7/18) at 7:00pm – Nothing says authentic weekend therapy like that corner dive that still smells like beer from 2001, packed with three bands, including Dayglo Abortions, Brutal Poverty, and The Brothels. Brace for three-decibel mayhem, mosh pits, and more acts on a bill as raw as your ’90s flannel.

🎸 Logan Ryan Band @ Brewster Street Ice House – Downtown | Friday (7/18) at 9:00pm – Break your usual weekend ritual with the Logan Ryan Band serving rootsy rock on the deck, oysters optional but highly recommended. Tickets start at $15, or pool funds for a six-person oyster table, because nothing bonds locals like shared bivalves and a chorus sing-along.

This weekend

🎷 Southern Soul By The Water @ Galvan Ballroom | Saturday (7/19) at 7:00pm – Grab your sunhat and mosey down to the marina for a Southern soul cruise that pairs mouthwatering melodies with something extra bobbing in the bay. Think gospel grit, bluesy groove, and just enough mystery to keep your dad jokes at bay.

🏆 Heavyweight Boxing Championship – Usyk vs Dubois @ RETRO Corpus | Saturday (7/19) at 8:00pm – Who needs Netflix when Usyk and Dubois are duking it out downtown? No cover, just cold beers, witty commentary, and a world-title bout. It’s like boxing class, minus the burpees, plus bar snacks.

🚗 Josh Abbott Band Parking Lot Party @ Brewster Street Ice House – Downtown | Saturday (7/19) at 9:00pm – Hit pause on your usual weekend routine and head to Josh Abbott Band’s parking lot takeover for pure Texas country under the open sky. Expect tailgate vibes, ice-cold drinks stuffed in questionable coolers, and impromptu line dancing that tests your coordination.

🏺 Family Clay Day @ Art Center of Corpus Christi | Sunday (7/20) at 11:00am – Grab the whole crew for a hands-on bowl-making bash in the McDowell Studio! No prior clay chops needed—A&N Ceramics pros Nichole Schiller and Adam Haney will guide you through fun decorating tricks as you shape, paint, and bond. Sign up by 7/17 to secure your spot (one bowl per registration), then get ready to pick up your fired masterpieces in just a few weeks.

🤘 Taste of Armageddon 2025: Powerman 5000 @ Brewster Street Icehouse – Downtown | Sunday (7/20) at 7:00pm – Concrete Street’s turning into a sci-fi mosh pit as Powerman 5000 and crew crash ashore with Ill Niño, Priest, and (hed)PE. Expect high-octane riffs, industrial beats, and more theatrical flair than your neighbor’s projector movie nights. Chaos never sounded so polished.

Next week

🏕️ Summer Camp: Whimsical Wonders @ Art Center of Corpus Christi | Tuesday (7/22) at 9:00am – Got a teen who thinks reality’s overrated? April Ancira’s four-day art camp arms them with brushes, paints, and zero adult supervision to conjure dragons, dreamscapes, and unicorn mashups. All supplies covered, minimal drama, maximum weirdness.

🐦 Feathered Friends Summer Camp@ Rachel & Rylie | Tuesday (7/22) at 9:30am – Feathered Friends Summer Camp is flocking into Rachel and Rylie Creative Space with paint-your-own birdhouses, DIY seed feeders, colorful crafts, and feathered fun. For fifty bucks per chickadee, it’s a drop-off morning of nature geekery, crafty creativity, and enough bird puns to ruffle feathers.

🎨 Expressions in Art @ Art Center of Corpus Christi | Tuesday (7/22) at 10:00am – Ever stared at a blank canvas and wondered if you’re secretly Picasso or procrastinating? Spend two days at the Art Center’s gallery with Carol Harriman, oil brush in hand, as she demystifies color theory, composition, and that stoic desert scene.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 7/18 Dayglo Abortions @ House of Rock – 7 pm
• 7/18 Shakespeare in Hollywood @ Aurora Arts Theatre – 7:30 pm
• 7/18 Hairspray @ Harbor Playhouse – 7:30 pm
• 7/18 8 Bit Serenade @ Rockit’s Whiskey Bar – 9 pm
• 7/19 Southern Soul By The Water @ Galvan Ballroom – 7 pm
• 7/19 Jon Wolfe @ Sip Yard – 8 pm
• 7/19 Josh Abbott Band @ Brewster Street Ice House Downtown – 9 pm
• 7/19 Splendiferous @ Rockit’s Whiskey Bar – 9 pm
• 7/20 Powerman 5000 @ Brewster Street Ice House Downtown – 6 pm

Price is right – Corpus Christi edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

*This 👇 could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.

Listed by: Jordan Huber (Phillips & Associates Realty)

Four bedrooms, three and a half baths, and a three-car garage set the stage for a home that’s equal parts stylish and functional. The kitchen steals the show with a quartz island big enough for a bake-off, a walk-in pantry that can handle any Costco haul, and a gas cooktop ready for culinary adventures. Glass doors add a modern twist to the home office, while a stone fireplace cozies up the living area.

The owner’s suite comes with not one but two walk-in closets, a spa bath with soaking tub, and a TV for bubble bath marathons. Upstairs, a built-in theater loft keeps movie nights on point, and outside, a saltwater pool and covered patio bring the vacation vibes. A Generac generator stands by for stormy surprises, all in a meticulously maintained package.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →