Events in Port Arthur today

At the Gateway deli location, families can enjoy a special dine-in offer. With the purchase of an adult entrée, one complimentary children’s meal is available for a guest age 12 or under, and the child must be present to redeem it. This promotion cannot be combined with other discounts and is valid only at this participating location.

Get ready for the Annual Back to School Bash at the Dream Center Campus. It’s a community event taking place in the late morning, and the organizers note that more details will be shared later. Plan to stop by during the event window for a back-to-school celebration.

A day centered on coloring and creativity. Unwind with color and explore your artistic side in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Shop the Mid-County Farmers & Crafters Market inside Central Mall between TJ Max and Target. This twice-monthly market is fully indoors, so browsing stays comfortable no matter the weather. Explore around 50 local small business vendors, discover new shops throughout the mall, and enjoy lunch at places like Cici’s Pizza or Central Seafood. Each booth purchase earns an entry for a gift basket filled with items from nearly all participating vendors. Vendor notice: for DNCE markets, the only authorized contact for booth information is Dick Cox, and anyone else requesting payment is a scammer.

Harbor Foundation presents the 14th Annual Butterfly Release at the Event Centre Great Lawn in Beaumont. This family-friendly gathering offers free admission, food, crafts, and many kid-focused activities. A highlight of the day is a collective butterfly release that honors the memories of loved ones while celebrating the beauty of the present. Butterflies and commemorative shirts are available for purchase, and sponsorships are offered as well. Each purchased butterfly comes individually wrapped, building anticipation before everyone releases them together. For questions, contact the Harbor Foundation at (409) 656-4799 or aarabia@harborhcs.com.

Experience a colorful glow from nine hot air balloons, plus a tethered balloon ride. Enjoy music from local bands, a variety of food trucks, and a marketplace of art and craft vendors. Have fun with Zidzone Inflatables and spend time with animals at the petting zoo.

Seniors receive 15 percent off rather than 10 percent.

Get in shape with an aerobics class at the Sterling Pruitt Activity Center. Sessions run every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with the class held in the multi-purpose room.

Keep it moving with a free line dancing session at The Port Arthur Public Library. The program covers a range of dance techniques and offers time to practice classic moves. A special guest will highlight Swing Out and Zydeco steps. Open to men, women, and young adults.

Join a Zumba class for a fun, energetic workout. It runs on Mondays and Wednesdays, held in the multi-purpose room. Wear comfortable clothes and bring what you need to move and stay hydrated.

Storytime with Kassie is hosted at Theodore Johns Library.

Join an aerobics class to get in shape and boost your fitness. The session runs from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the multi-purpose room at the Sterling Pruitt Activity Center.

Join a Zumba class for a fun, energetic workout. It runs Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the multi-purpose room at Sterling Pruitt Activity Center.

Music Bingo takes center stage at Madison's on Dowlen with a 2010s Hits edition that blends songs from the decade with classic bingo fun. It is free to participate, and players may use as many cards as they like. Expect at least 15 prize rounds offering multiple chances to win. Food and adult beverages are available from the venue, creating an easygoing night of music, games, and prizes.

Enjoy a storytime led by Kassie at Elmo Willard Library.

Taluka Trades presents an evening that channels Italian cafés, music, style, and spirit. Italian espresso, flights of handcrafted biscotti, and live vocals from award-winning singer Hunter Courts set the tone while vintage automobiles and thoughtful details create a nostalgic atmosphere. Suggested attire evokes a 1962 espresso date, with nods to Sophia Loren, classic Hollywood elegance, tailored suits, silk scarves, pearls, and a timeless look. Attendees can enjoy coffee, music, cars, and shopping, along with relaxed conversation and details that celebrate the sweeter side of life. Admission is $20 per person. Advance purchase is required via Venmo at @taluka, and the payment notes should include your name and the number of tickets.

A free public lecture at the McFaddin-Ward House Museum spotlights Robert Rauschenberg through Mostly Texas: Robert Rauschenberg at 100. Kristen Clevenson, an assistant curator with the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation in New York City, leads an exploration of the Texas-born artist’s groundbreaking career across painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and performance, and highlights the strong Texas thread that runs through his work. The talk touches on memorable moments such as his affectionate sign-off in a 1993 letter to then-Governor Ann Richards, “Love from me in Florida + mostly Texas.” Clevenson has been with the Foundation since 2019, curated Robert Rauschenberg: Signs and Signals (1964–94), and has research published by Thaddaeus Ropac Gallery. She holds a master’s degree in art history from Hunter College and a B.A. from the University of Virginia. Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, with limited seating. A related, no-cost guided tour of the Robert Rauschenberg exhibit at the Museum of the Gulf Coast is capped at 30 guests, with reservations recommended and walk-ins accepted until spots are filled. For information or tour reservations, call 409-832-2134. A full recording of the lecture will be available online after the event.

Head to 7 Oaks Event Garden for a live performance featuring Kelly Hunt and her friend Sara Morgan. This will be a laid-back listening room-style concert at a listening room with reserved, seated options, and the night includes a start time listed as doors open at 6:30 PM. Outside food and drinks aren’t allowed. The show is for ages 16 and up.