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SUMMARY:Meet Folk Artist Evita Tezeno
DESCRIPTION:Meet and Greet\nPort Arthur native Evita Tezeno is a second-generation artist and has a display at the Dishman Art Museum at Lamar University. Learn more about her folk art at www.evitatezeno.com \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/meet-folk-artist-evita-tezeno/
LOCATION:TX
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SUMMARY:Carol Wyatt Induction
DESCRIPTION:Wyatt Induction into MOGC Music Hall of Fame\nCarol Wyatt is a distinguished\, world-renowned Mezzo Soprano opera singer. She will be inducted into the Museum of the Gulf Coast Music Hall of Fame on Saturday\, Jan. 25. She has sung throughout Europe and North America. Wyatt has worked with noted conductors and singers such as Thomas Shippers\, Karl Boehm\, Simon Estes and Placido Domingo. \nHer performances include those with Major Vienna State Opera; New York Philharmonic Orchestra at Alice Tully Hall; The Heidelberg Castle Festival. She has performed with the Frankfurt\, Munich and Hamburg State Opera Houses in Germany.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/carol-wyatt-induction/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bishop Sarah Taylor Davis Induction
DESCRIPTION:Notable People Hall of Fame\nThe late Bishop Sarah Taylor Davis is called an international valiant prayer warrior\, church builder and champion of vulnerable children. Museum of the Gulf Coast will induct her at 2 p.m. Jan. 18\, 2025. She was the 126th elected and consecrated bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/bishop-sarah-taylor-davis-induction/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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SUMMARY:Otaku Lunar Fest
DESCRIPTION:Anime + Food\nOtaku has brought big and famous Anime + Food Festivals to Port Arthur’s Central Mall. Fans in costumes packed the mall and lined up for amazing food. Here’s what up in January of 2025:\nOtaku is teaming up with Central Mall for the Lunar New Year Food + Anime Festival with more than 100 food + anime vendors. This is a FREE entry\, two-day family event. Come in costume and enjoy Sumo Wrestling\, voice actors\, photo ops\, all-day entertainment\, plenty of parking and more.\nFood vendors will be serving food from all across Asia\, including Filipino food\, Japanese street food\, Thai street food\, Taiwanese boba tea\, noodles\, baos\, Latin food\, Vietnamese grilled chicken and eggrolls and other tasty treats. Make sure to bring cash. \nEnjoy Central Mall stores as well. \nEvents will be from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday\, Jan. 18 and from noon to 5:30 p.m. Sunday\, Jan. 19. Follow the event on Facebook and Instagram (@otakufoodfestival) for more drool-worthy photos and event updates!
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/otaku-lunar-fest/
LOCATION:Central Mall\, 3100 F.M. 365\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250101T110000
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SUMMARY:Sea Rim First Day Hike\, Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Begin 2026 at Sea Rim State Park\nHow about a view of the Gulf to ring in the new year? Sea Rim State Park invites hikers to get in some fresh air\, coastal views and exercise. Join staff and Sabine Neches chapter of Texas Master Naturalists from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the park. Learn about the sea creatures\, birds and plants that live there. \nEnjoy the sound of gulf waves and the smell of the salty air. We’ll share some area history and Sea Rim’s natural environment. This hike will be roughly a mile long round-trip. Walk at your own pace. The terrain on the beach is firm enough for most mobility devices\, but uneven.\nIf a beach wheelchair is needed\, call in advance.\nLocation: Start at the Water Refill Station\nBring: Water and shoes to walk on the beach \nYou do NOT need to register or make a reservation for this event\, just be sure to purchase a day pass for everyone attending. \nFirst Day Paddle\nBoating is all about going with the flow\, and we should\, too! Join park rangers on a 1.8-mile (round trip) guided paddle of the salt marsh!\nRegister in advance for this event from 9 to 11 a.m.\nThe park has limited boats\, so bring your own if you have one. \nTry a Polar Plunge?\nFor the truly brave\, come prepared to get wet. Join some of the rangers and Master Naturalists in a polar plunge\, southeast Texas style! \nThis hike will be roughly a mile long round-trip. Walk at your own pace. The terrain on the beach is firm enough for most mobility devices\, but uneven. \nWe Have to Have Black-Eyed Peas!\nTry our Texas tradition: Enjoy a light snack black-eyed peas\, cabbage\, and cornbread to bring luck and good fortune in the new year! \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/sea-rim-first-day-hike/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kwanzaa
DESCRIPTION:NIA and KUUMBA\nRock Island Baptist Church will host two days of Kwanzaa activities. This will be an educational \, entertaining\, fun and free event for the family\, based on The Seven Principals of Kwanzaa. \n\n11 a.m. Dec. 30\, 2024\, Nia – Purpose\n11 a.m. Dec. 31\, 2024\, Kuumba – Creativity\n\nFor information\, call Gail Pellum at (409) 332-1709. The church is at 549 W. 11th St.\, Port Arthur. \n  \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/kwanzaa/
LOCATION:Rock Island Baptist Church\, 549 W. 11th St.\, Port Arthur\, Texas\, 77640
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241227T150000
DTSTAMP:20241212T160339Z
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SUMMARY:Kwanzaa at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Kujichagula\nCelebrate the second principle of Kwanzaa\, Kujichagula\, which means “self-determination” in Swahili.\nThis event is a collaboration with the African American Cultural Society and Jack and Jill of Southeast Texas.\nLight refreshments will be served.\nFor more information contact Carolyn M. Thibodeaux at (409) 985-8838 ext. 10215.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/kwanzaa-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Port Arthur Public Library\, 4615 Ninth Ave.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T200000
DTSTAMP:20241030T175348Z
CREATED:20241030T173931Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Express Train
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URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/holiday-express-train/
LOCATION:Port Arthur Seafarers’ Center\, 401 Houston Ave.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77641\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T200000
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SUMMARY:Sounds of the Season
DESCRIPTION:Free Christmas Concert in Port Arthur!\nMaestro Chelsea Tipton II will lead the Symphony of Southeast Texas in a free Christmas Concert guaranteed to get everyone in a holiday spirit. Jimmy Simmons will be special guest on the saxophone. Special guest soloists will be Kalon Gardner Jr. and Naomi Dugas from Port Arthur Independent School District. \nLight refreshments will be served at 6 p.m. and the concert will begin at 7 p.m. at Woodrow Wilson Middle School. Motiva is the sponsor.To learn more about this concert and The SOST:https://sost.org/ \n  \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/sounds-of-the-season/
LOCATION:Woodrow Wilson Middle School\, 1500 Lakeshore Drive\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T160000
DTSTAMP:20241115T215536Z
CREATED:20241115T215358Z
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SUMMARY:Model Trains in Port Neches
DESCRIPTION:Run the Rails\nRun the rails to the Hebert Library in Port Neches to view running passenger and freight model trains. These are fully equipped with to-scale locomotives\, cars and buildings. \nIn short\,  you’ll be amazed at miniature scenes. Meet model railroaders and ask more about this great hobby. \nFinally\, consider that you may be so excited you’ll have to check out a book or two on trains. The display will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 22 and Nov. 23 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 24\, 2024. \nAll this fun is from East Texas and Gulf Rail Modelers Association. (409) 344-1361.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/model-trains-in-port-neches-2/2024-11-24/
LOCATION:Hebert Public Library\, 2025 Merriman Ave.\, Port Neches\, TX\, 77651\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T180000
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DTSTAMP:20241101T134509Z
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SUMMARY:Lamar Brass Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Top Brass\nLamar Brass Quintet will perform at Museum of the Gulf Coast. A reception will begin at 6 p.m. and the performance will begin at 6 p.m.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/lamar-brass-quintet/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T180000
DTSTAMP:20241015T191450Z
CREATED:20241015T191227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T191450Z
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SUMMARY:Death By Disco
DESCRIPTION:Dinner Theater Mystery\nGet your boogie shoes ready. The Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce will host a murder mystery dinner theater. \nWant to be on the boogie crew? Read more here. 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/death-by-disco/
LOCATION:Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center\, 3401 Cultural Center Drive\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:pgacc@portarthurtexas.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241102T130000
DTSTAMP:20240205T222149Z
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SUMMARY:Wetland Wonders Tyrrell Park Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Tyrrell Park Nature Center (TPNC) is operated by the Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)\, and offers this free program\, “Nature Explorers” to help children develop a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. \nThe Nature Explorers “Come and Go” sessions are FREE and open to the public and will be held at the Tyrrell Park Nature Center\, located at 3930 Babe Zaharias Drive in Beaumont in our renovated historic building in the center of Tyrrell Park on selected Saturdays: \n\nFamilies can drop in anytime between 10am – 1pm on the selected Saturday dates\, to learn interesting facts while having fun\, do a “make & take” and explore that month’s nature topic.\nEach Saturday Session will be set up with a couple of stations for an interactive science experiment & nature-based craft that relates to that month’s topic. Volunteers are available to guide families with hands-on activities. Rotation between stations s is self-paced and designed as “come and go” program.  Crafts will be available while supplies last.\nThe Nature\, Science\, and Arts Interactives are geared primarily towards children ages 5 to 10 years-old; but All are Welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.\n\nFor more information about this program and about the Tyrrell Park Nature Center\, please contact Rebecca Woodland\, Nature Center Manager at 409-880-3163 or by email: rebecca.woodland@beaumonttexas.gov
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/wetland-wonders-tyrrell-park-nature-center/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:tyrrell park nature center\, 3930 Babe Zaharias Drive\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20240829T194247Z
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SUMMARY:Memories of Zydeco Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:Zydeco Photo Exhibit\nMuseum of the Gulf Coast will exhibit photographs of Port Arthur’s Rita Colligan Manuel from Oct. 5-Dec. 28\, 2024. View photographic memories of some of the greatest zydeco musicians. An opening reception will begin at 4 p.m.  Saturday\, Oct. 5\, in the Dunn Gallery. This event is free to the public. \nManuel is a native of Opelousas\, La. Her Creole culture inspired her to pick up a camera 45 years ago and preserve the extraordinary history she witnessed. She and her husband\, Pete\, were popular zydeco disc jockeys on local radio stations. \nHer photos will include those of Boozoo Chavis\, John Delafose\, Beau Jocque\, Buckwhet\, Clifton Chenier\, C.J. Chenier\, Willis Proudhomme and Roy Carrier. Zydeco bands often include family members. Manuel’s photos often captured big names in their earlier years. These include Keigh Frank\, Geno Delafose\, Chubbyo\, Big Nate and Lil Nate\, Rob Pitre\, Lady D\, Step Rideau\, Brian Jack\, Noonie and J-Paul. They are a testament to the enduring popularity of this style of music and the region’s Creole Culture. C.J. Chenier is a native of Port Arthur.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/memories-of-zydeco-past-and-present/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240922
DTSTAMP:20240531T203808Z
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SUMMARY:Sea Rim State Park -Adopt a Beach
DESCRIPTION:Keep it clean!\nChoose Sea Rim State Park when you register for Adopt-A-Beach on Sept. 22\, 2024. Register with Texas General Land Office\, then start cleaning. Volunteers get free entrance\, gloves and trash bags. Download the Clean Swell app to keep track of how much trash you collect. Entrance fees are waived for volunteers.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/sea-rim-state-park-adopt-a-beach/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T170000
DTSTAMP:20240829T192933Z
CREATED:20240829T192615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T192933Z
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SUMMARY:Turtle On A Post
DESCRIPTION:Senator Carl Parker’s Memoir\nMuseum of the Gulf Coast will host a book signing for “Turtle on a Post: Memoir of Texas State Senator Carl Parker” The family book signing and reception for the book\, stories told to Jim Sanderson\, will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday\, Sept. 7\, 2024. \nThe late Carl Parker was a Texas State Senator and served in the House of Representatives. Get a glimpse of the interworking of the Texas political machine. Get to know the man behind the legend: a father\, husband and world traveler\, \nSanderson is writer-in-residence at Lamar University.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/turtle-on-a-post/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240707
DTSTAMP:20240531T204425Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T204425Z
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SUMMARY:Sea Rim Sandcastle Contest
DESCRIPTION:Create a Castle\nSea Rim State Park is fun all the time. July 6 will get an extra boost with a sand castle contest. This is a new event at the park\, which sits on 5.2 miles of natural beach on the Gulf of Mexico. So\, stay tuned here and get your buckets ready.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/sea-rim-sandcastle-contest/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T123000
DTSTAMP:20240506T195842Z
CREATED:20210505T170641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T195842Z
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SUMMARY:Pleasure Island Fishing Contest/Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Love to Fish! Have Fun!\nJoin the 6th annual  Pleasure Island North Levee Fishing Contest and Cleanup. There’s two main rules: Love to fish\, and have fun\, says Ronnie Moon\, organizer. \nVisit their Event Page \nFree\nRegistration is free for this family fun event to beautify the island and catch some big ones. Call Shane Jennings at (409) 543-3321 for details. There will be a treasure hunt and heaviest fish gift card and prizes of $100 in each category. \nRegistration Details\nRegister at 7 a.m. at the S.A.L.T. Club – Saltwater Anglers League of Texas\, Sabine Area Chapter\, at T.B. Ellison Parkway on Pleasure Island or at the North Levee Gate. Get your trash bag and drawing tickets. Weigh in at the S.A.L.T. Club at 11:30 a.m. and stay for links\, drinks\, door prizes and awards. \n\nFor information\, call Ronnie Moon at (409) 963-9872 or rrmoon@sbcglobal.net
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/pleasure-island-fishing-contest-and-clean-up/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="S.A.L.T. Fishing Club":MAILTO:setxsaltclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T153000
DTSTAMP:20240523T163431Z
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SUMMARY:Janis Joplin Purple Painting Replica Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:Janis Joplin\, Artist\nMuseum of the Gulf Coast will unveil a painting that is a replica of one Janis Joplin painted. One-time Port Arthur resident Rebecca Wood (Becky Hall)\, has donated the work\, which will be permanently displayed at the Museum. The unveiling will be at 3:30 p.m. June 7.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/janis-joplin-purple-painting-replica-unveiling/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTSTAMP:20240412T185908Z
CREATED:20210223T162751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T185908Z
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SUMMARY:Reel United Fishing
DESCRIPTION:Reel United Fishing\nValero\, in partnership with Diamond Green Diesel\, will present Valero’s Reel United Big Bass Tournament June 7-8 to support United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County. \nThis event began in 2018 and has grown each year. Look for Friday Angler’s Welcome featuring dinner\, pre-tournament meeting\, door prizes\, games\, live music and fun. REEL UNITED has become the type of event that brings people from across the state and neighboring states to Lake Sam Rayburn for a weekend of fun in the tall Texas pines at the shores of the lake.\nThis year we are continuing a Big Bass Tournament with hourly payouts and many more benefits.\nClick the “Tickets” button to complete individual registrations\, sponsor packages\, and order jerseys. \nLearn more here. 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/reel-united-fishing/
LOCATION:Port Arthur\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T120000
DTSTAMP:20240304T174410Z
CREATED:20240304T174227Z
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SUMMARY:S'mores and Skills at Sea Rim
DESCRIPTION:National Kids to Parks Day!\nGet outside at Sea Rim State Park on this fun day. Roast marshmallows\, play games and learn some new outdoor skills. With boardwalks\, the Gulf of Mexico\, kayaking and the marsh unit\, visitors can fish\, shell and bird. The Park is great at any time\, but who could resist the addition of marshmallows?
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/smores-and-skills-at-sea-rim/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240513
DTSTAMP:20240506T185107Z
CREATED:20240506T184317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T185107Z
UID:10002721-1715385600-1715558399@visitportarthurtx.com
SUMMARY:Otaku Famous Food+Anime Cherry Blossom Festival
DESCRIPTION:Otaku Returns to Central Mall\nThe biggest and most famous Anime + Food Festival is coming back to YOU in May! \nOtaku is teaming up with Central Mall to bring you Cherry Blossom Festival!\nThis is a FREE entry\, two-day family food and anime event with 100+ food/drink vendors\, anime vendors\, Sumo wrestling\, Cosplay guests and contests\, voice actors\, live entertainment\, photo ops\, entertainment\, plenty of parking\, and so much more!\nFood vendors will be serving food from all across Asia\, including Filipino food\, Japanese street food\, Thai street food\, Taiwanese boba tea\, noodles\, baos\, Latin food\, Vietnamese grilled chicken and eggrolls.\nMake sure to bring cash  Central Mall (3100 FM 365 Port Arthur\, TX)Saturday\, May 11: 12PM-8PMSunday\, May 12: 12PM-6PM\nCheck out event details down below:\nFollow us on Facebook and Instagram (@otakufoodfestival) for more drool-worthy photos and event updates!\nDon’t miss out!
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/otaku-famous-foodanimae-cherry-blossom-festival/
LOCATION:Central Mall\, 3100 F.M. 365\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240427T220000
DTSTAMP:20240402T163334Z
CREATED:20240402T162213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T163334Z
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SUMMARY:Gulf Coast Gala
DESCRIPTION:Ricky Nelson Remembered\nTwins Matthew and Gunnard Nelson as The Nelsons will honor their later father’s music. Ricky Nelson’s sounds live on in “Travelin’ Man\,” “Hello Mary Lou\,” “Garden Party\,” “I’m Walking\,” “Poor Little Fool” and more. \nThis seated dinner evening will begin with a cash bar at 6 p.m. with music to follow. Proceeds benefit Museum of the Gulf Coast and Port Arthur Higher Education Foundation.  The multi-media affair is black tie or cocktail attire. Donate and RSVP by April 18 to wwww.museumofthegulfcoast.org or email wommaccl@lamarpa.edu
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/gulf-coast-gala/
LOCATION:Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center\, 1800 Lakeshore Drive\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20240227T200401Z
CREATED:20240221T162212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T200401Z
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SUMMARY:S.A.L.T. Club Kid's Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:Kid’s Fishing Day\nThe first 25 kids at this event will receive a rod and reel combo. Join the Saltwater Angler’s League of Texas for Kid’s Fishing Day at Sabine Pass Battleground State Park. Otherwise\, poles and baits are not provided. \nThere will be a drawing for a lifetime fishing license and one must arrive before 11 a.m. to be eligible.  Food and drink and fun will be part of this day. Call or text (409) 719-2418 for information.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/s-a-l-t-club-kids-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Sabine Pass Battleground State Historic Site\, 6100 Dick Dowling Road\, Sabine Pass\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20240307T170658Z
CREATED:20240307T162424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T170658Z
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SUMMARY:Free Family Day\, Outdoor Expo\, Elite Weigh Ins
DESCRIPTION:Free Family Day\, Outdoor Expo and Elite Fishing Series Weigh In\nPort Arthur is thrilled to welcome The Elite Fishing Series and the frogg toggs Elite Solo Tour\, March 21-23\, for an action packed\, three-day tournament. The Brecknell Elite Kayak Tour will join the pros for an exciting weigh in from those who paddle\, pedal or push their way to their favorite fishing holes. Anglers travel from across the country to compete\, fish and weigh in. After two days\, the top five will move on to Saturday’s final day weigh-in. \nSaturday March 23 Event Schedule\n1:00 – Live Music by Jude Moreau and the Bon Temps Playboys\n1:00 – Food\, Outdoor Expo\, Community Vendors\n3:00 – Elite Fishing Series Weigh Ins begin \nChampionship Saturday will kick off on March 23 at 1 p.m.- to 5 p.m. at the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center with a FREE FAMILY DAY and Outdoor Expo which will include live Cajun music by Jude Moreau and Bon Temps Playboys from 1-3 p.m.\, an Outdoor and Marine Expo\, Community Vendors and food for purchase by Piggin’ Out Pork-A-Bobs and Romero’s Grill & Catering. Live weigh ins will begin at 3 p.m. \n“We’ve seen tremendous growth of the leisure fishing market as we continue to partner with the Elite Fishing Series\, America’s number one professional saltwater series.” Tammy Kotzur\, Port Arthur Convention and Visitors Bureau executive director\, said. \nThis tournament is filmed for the Discovery Channel. The episode will air on a Sunday morning this fall. After the Discovery episode\, the episode will air multiple times on regional sports networks. Stay tuned for details! \n“Our Port Arthur tournament is a spring event\, which can throw anglers a curve ball when it comes to weather\,” Pat Malone\, Elite Fishing Series owner and show host\, said. “But these guys are pros and will take on even Mother Nature to hold the championship trophy.” \n“We are hoping for a great family turnout to cheer on the anglers in our eighth season. Come and taste what caused the governor’s office to officially designate Port Arthur as the Cajun Capital of Texas!” Malone said. \nLook for family fun and food trucks including booths from: \n\nPiggin’ Out Pork-A-Bobs\nRomero’s Grill and Catering\nJude Moreau and the Bon Temps Playboys\nEast Texas and Gulf Rail Modelers Association with train display\nMuseum of the Gulf Coast\nVisit Port Arthur/ Sea Rim State Park with summer travel inspiration on area attractions\nShangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center with birding/nature display\nSaltwater Anglers League of Texas\nHenna Tattoos by Laila\nPort Arthur Yacht Club\nUnited Way of South and Mid Jefferson County\, local garden and fishing tournament info\nCajun Heritage Festival info on April 6 event in Port Arthur\nPort Arthur Public Library\nPort Arthur International Seafarers’ Center with mission/volunteer materials\nSeafarers’ International Union with displays on local seafaring careers\nPremier Yamaha of Beaumont\nAmerican Flag Airboat Marsh Tours\nWaterloo Rods Live Redfish Tank Experience and Waterloo Rods Trailer\nBoy Scouts of America\nL&L Lures\nEast Texas Safe Floor\nBolton Jeep Dodge Ram\nJorgensen Marine\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\nInterested in being a vendor? Call Visit Port Arthur TX at 409.985.7822 to sign up!
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/free-family-day-outdoor-expo-elite-weigh-ins/
LOCATION:Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center\, 3401 Cultural Center Drive\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bueau":MAILTO:darragh@portarthurtexas.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240303T140000
DTSTAMP:20240122T214436Z
CREATED:20240122T214225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T214436Z
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SUMMARY:Danny O'Flaherty St. Patrick's Day Concert
DESCRIPTION:Luck ‘o the Irish\nSt. Patrick’s Day comes early to Port Arthur. Danny O’Flaherty\, the singer with ties to Ireland\, Port Arthur and New Orleans\, will perform a concert at 2 p.m. Sunday\, March 3\, at the Port Arthur International Seafarers’ Center. \nWear your green and join in the fun. Consider a drive along Port Arthur’s seawall on the way. You may sight a ship coming into port! \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/danny-oflaherty-st-patricks-day-concert/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTSTAMP:20240618T151759Z
CREATED:20240216T151715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T151759Z
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SUMMARY:Gumbo Week 2024
DESCRIPTION:It’s GUMBO WEEK in the official CAJUN CAPITAL OF TEXAS!\n\nGumbo is Port Arthur’s love language. It’s cold outside cher\, and it’s the season to experience the flavors of a favorite Cajun delicacy in Southeast Texas.\n\nThe inaugural Port Arthur Gumbo Week kicks off Saturday\, Feb. 17\, at Rotary Club of Port Arthur’s 44th Annual Taste of Gumbo\, where restaurants and civic groups proudly cook up big pots of gumbo and serve samples as attendees pass a good time. Proceeds benefit many area charities.\n\nGumbo Week is an opportunity to showcase our Cajun heritage through promoting Port Arthur and Mid County restaurants that serve GUMBO. Participating in is easy. Taste of Gumbo requires tickets\, but after that\, just show up at some of these local businesses to get your bowl of goodness.\n\nRestaurants are NOT asked to modify menus or offer discounts. The goal is to highlight the restaurants and kitchens that serve us what we want — be it dark or light roux over rice\, chicken\, sausage\, shrimp\, crab\, you name it. Let’s celebrate the Holy Trinity of celery\, bell peppers\, onions.\n\n\n\n– Dylan’s on 9th\n– Boudain Hut\n– The Schooner Restaurant\n– Judice’s 1927\n– Larry & Rita’s\n– The Feed Store\n– The Courtyard Cafe\n– Sea Ranch Cafe\n– Touch of Cajun\n– Neches River Wheelhouse\n– Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp\n– Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux\n– Hamilton’s Restaurant and Bar \n\n\nIf you serve GUMBO and don’t see your name on the list\, call us at 409.985.7822! Want to more about the food\, culture and music of the Cajun Capital of Texas? Go to www.visitportarthurtx.com for the scoop.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/gumbo-week-2024/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Port Arthur Convention & Visitors Bueau":MAILTO:darragh@portarthurtexas.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240213
DTSTAMP:20240205T222832Z
CREATED:20240205T222832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T222832Z
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras SETX
DESCRIPTION:Mardi Gras SETX Annual Family Event\nIn April 1990\, two friends started Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas\, which\, after three years of planning and collaboration with 18 non-profit organizations\, held its successful first event in February 1993. The mission was to benefit non-profit groups\, stage a family-oriented affair\, promote diversity and racial harmony\, and serve as an economic development project. \nMardi Gras of Southeast Texas\, Inc. received non-profit status in 1992 and operates as a volunteer organization with over 750 volunteers annually. RMA Credit Association donated a facility in 1993\, housing the Mardi Gras Store\, where proceeds benefit member organizations. \nThe Majestic Krewe of Aurora\, organized with Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas\, hosts an elaborate ball and grand parade\, offering membership. The event\, known as “A Family Affair\,” includes State Fair Carnival Rides\, Kid Zone\, Street Entertainment\, Concerts\, Parades\, and over 50 Food & Arts and Crafts vendors. \nCarnival weekend features continuous concerts on multiple stages\, various parades\, and exciting attractions. The invitation is extended to participate and support Southeast Texas’ premier festival in Downtown Beaumont at the Great Lawn. \n\nFor more information on sponsorship\, event schedules\, or advance tickets\, call 409-721-8717 or email laura@mardigrassetx.com.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/mardi-gras-setx/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T160000
DTSTAMP:20231130T183501Z
CREATED:20221024T193905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T183501Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Express
DESCRIPTION:Visit the CPKC Christmas Train\nBring the whole family to tour the CPKC Holiday Express Christmas Train when it stops in downtown Port Arthur. Board the train\, visit with Santa and his elves and tour the inside of the festive cars\, including a smiling tank car named Rudy; a flatcar carrying Santa’s sleigh\, reindeer and a miniature village; a gingerbread boxcar; elves’ workshop; the reindeer stable; and a little red caboose. Each car dazzles with sparkling lights and holiday decorations.\n\nThis is a FREE family friendly event. Other holiday activities\, entertainment & refreshments will be provided while supplies last.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/holiday-express/
LOCATION:Port Arthur Seafarers’ Center\, 401 Houston Ave.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77641\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T000000
DTSTAMP:20231201T222335Z
CREATED:20231127T155344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T222335Z
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SUMMARY:Middle Passage Events
DESCRIPTION:Marker Unveiling and Events\nThe Sabine River and Sabine Lake region is where captive African children\, women and men first disembarked after the voyage across the Atlantic Ocean\, known as the Middle Passage. \nThe African American Cultural Society will present three days of Middle Passage Port Marker Events:\n* Dec. 1 – 2-4 p.m. – reception meet and greet\, The Press Building\, 548 Fourth Street\, Port Arthur\, Texas\n* Dec. 2 – 10:30 a.m. – Port Marker Unveiling\, 5th floor of City Hall\,  444 Fourth St. (Moved from  “Popeye” Holmes Park) Port Arthur\, Texas\n* Dec. 3 – 11 a.m. – Israel Chapel AME Church\, Freeman Ave.\, Port Arthur\, Texas\n\nThis marker joins Galveston as the only other marker of this type in Texas.\n\nFor more information\, call Gail Pellum at (409) 332-1709.\nmiddlepassagemarkers@gmail.com\nwww.middlepassageproject.org
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/middle-passage-events/
LOCATION:TX
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