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SUMMARY:Rotary Taste of Gumbo & More
DESCRIPTION:Do you love Gumbo? We do!\nYou’re Invited! Rotary’s Annual Taste of Gumbo raises funds to impact our local community through grants. They will be having a Gumbo Cook-Off where local business and organizations will battle it out to see who has the BEST tasting gumbo in ALL of Southeast Texas! \nROTARY CLUB OF PORT ARTHUR \n\n\n\nWant to Join?\n\n\nThe event is rebranded as “Taste of Gumbo & More” in addition to gumbo\, they have invited other vendors to be a part of this celebration. If you have a cooking team and feel that you can walk away with the crown\, reachout for more details. \n\n\nIt’s a Cajun Thing in the Cajun Capital of Texas!\n\nFor more than 37 years the “Taste of Gumbo” has served the Greater Port Arthur area through grants funded by our yearly Taste of Gumbo fundraiser and many other events.\n\n\n\n\nPrevious Grants have benefited the following:\n\n\nCollege Scholarships and Leadership Development\nCapland Speech Therapy Center\nCommunity Care-Prayer Outreach\nUnited Board of Missions\nSalvation Army\nmany other programs……\n\n\nThe Rotary Club is a service club with a belief\, commitment and a motto of Service Above Self. Let’s come together as a community and make an impact! Email Jesus Acosta for participation details or call 409-985-7822 for tickets.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/rotary-taste-of-gumbo-2/
LOCATION:Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center\, 3401 Cultural Center Drive\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
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SUMMARY:MLK Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Let Freedom Ring\nThe Martin Luther King Jr. Support Group of Southeast Texas hosts a day of award\, speakers and entertainment to honor King and his civil rights works. \nFor information\, call Terry Savoy-Hadley at (409) 543-3727.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/mlk-brunch/
LOCATION:Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center\, 3401 Cultural Center Drive\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T093000
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SUMMARY:Spindletop's 125th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:The Modern Age of Petroleum\n\nThe Beaumont Heritage Society\, along with the Jefferson County Historical Commission\, will host a public ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Spindletop oil boom and the unveiling of new interpretive panels at Spindletop Park. The panels highlight the people\, moments\, and innovations that launched the modern petroleum era and put Beaumont on the world stage.\n\n\nThe ceremony will feature brief remarks from local leaders and historian Judith Linsley\, co-author of Giant Under the Hill. The interpretive panels will remain on display year-round and are free to the public.\n\n\n Saturday\, January 10\, 2025\n 9:30 a.m.\n Spindletop Park\n\n\nDirections to Spindletop Park:\n\n\nThe entrance to Spindletop Park is located on the east side of West Port Arthur Road (Spur93).\nHeading south on West Port Arthur Road – it is 1.4 miles south of Highway 96\, 287 (Cardinal Drive)\nHeading north on West Port Arthur Road – it is 1.5 miles north of Highway 351
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/spindletops-125th-anniversary-ribbon-cutting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20251203T230158Z
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SUMMARY:Sea Scavengers
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Recycling Crew!\nWhat goes around\, comes around. Nature is good at recycling. Sea Rim State Park has sand\, vegetation\, birds and 5.2 miles of natural beach that changes all the time. Nature has its own recycling crew. Learn about it when the group meets at the water refill station. \nPrograms are free with purchase of day passes. Adults: $4 daily and children 12 and younger are free.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/sea-scavengers/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T225657Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to Bird at Sea Rim
DESCRIPTION:Want a new hobby?\nThe shore birds of Sea Rim State Park can provide. Learn where they live\, how they eat and what they’re looking for the Gulf. Learn the basics of birding and binoculars at the Central Dune Boardwalk.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/learn-to-bird-at-sea-rim/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T100000
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SUMMARY:Skulls and Shells
DESCRIPTION:What swims and walks at Sea Rim?\nThose shells are houses! Bones tell a story. Learn how Sea Rim State Park is home to many creatures and fun for humans! Meet at the Water Refill Station. \nPrograms are free with purchase of day passes. Adults: $4 daily and children 12 and younger are free.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/skulls-and-shells/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20251118T192001Z
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SUMMARY:A Very Marshy Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Meet Sea Rim Santa\nEver wonder how Santa gets around in the marsh to visit the good little boys and girls? By air boat of course! Santa has booked Sea Rim State Park’s cabin and will be arriving by air boat on Saturday\, Dec. 13. \nOh What Fun!\nChildren may get a photo made with Santa beginning at when he arrives on the marsh side of the park. Bring your camera to capture the day and warm up with hot drinks. The day will include crafts for all. \nCome early and visit Sea Rim’s natural beach along the Gulf of Mexico before Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive. \nEntrance fees are waived for the marsh unit during the event. Another fun option: Arrive early and pay standard entry fees to visit the beach prior to Santa’s arrival.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/a-very-marshy-christmas/
LOCATION:Sea Rim State Park\, 19335 State Hwy 87\, Sabine Pass\, TX\, 77655\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T200000
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CREATED:20210921T211933Z
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SUMMARY:Nederland Lighted Parade
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate!\nNederland Chamber of Commerce claims to stage the most spectacular nighttime lighted Christmas parade in Southeast Texas!  Marching bands\, drill teams\, twirlers\, school organizations\, local businesses and of course\, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for this hometown Christmas happening. Enjoy more than100 entries all lighted up for the holidays.  Don’t miss out on the fun\, Tuesday\,  Dec. 9th at 7 pm! \n  \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/nederland-lighted-parade/
LOCATION:Boston Avenue\, 1515 Boston Avenue\, Nederland\, TX\, 77627\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T200000
DTSTAMP:20250909T155603Z
CREATED:20190606T163054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T155603Z
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SUMMARY:Light Up the Avenue; Port Neches Christmas Event
DESCRIPTION:Magic of Christmas\nJoin the Port Neches community for the annual Light up the Avenue. This is a magical evening that brings the holiday spirit to life! Enjoy the twinkling glow of Port Neches Avenue. Get into the holiday mood with beautiful choir performances\, meet your favorite holiday characters\, and capture the perfect moment with Santa Claus himself. Stroll through a Gingerbread Market\, filled with unique holiday vendors. Don’t miss the highlight of the night — a grand Tree Lighting Ceremony that will illuminate the season with joy and cheer. This family-friendly event is packed with fun\, shopping\, and the magic of Christmas! \nFor information\, call the Port Neches Chamber of Commerce at (409) 722-9154. \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/port-neches-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Port Neches\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Port Arthur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T200000
DTSTAMP:20250902T214404Z
CREATED:20200602T205501Z
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SUMMARY:Groves Lighted Christmas Parade/Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Groves Gets in the Spirit\n  \nThe city of Groves invites all to the thrill of the Groves Lighted Christmas Parade. One of the area’s most enjoyable evenings\, will start at the corner of 39th and Cleveland streets at 6 p.m. \nWhoa\, Whoa\, Whoa\,  the fun does not end at Gulf Street at the free Hot Chocolate Stand!  At 7 p.m. meet at Celebration Park at 4100 Lincoln Ave.\, for Santa and the Lighting of the Christmas Tree.  Carols\, Cookies\, the Chick-fil-A cow and more hot chocolate and goodies.  This evening of holiday fun is on Groves!  Come one\, come all! \nThe parade will typically begin at 39th Street at Cleveland Avenue\, head west on 39th St.\, then will travel to 39th Street to Gulf Avenue. For information\, call the Groves Chamber of Commerce at 962-3631. \nGroves Lighted Christmas Parade. Dec . 6\, 2025. 39th St from Cleveland to Gulf.\n\nAnnual Groves Christmas Tree Lighting. Dec 6\, 2025. 7 pm. Celebration Park 4101 Lincoln Ave.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/groves-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Groves\, Groves\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Port Arthur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T143000
DTSTAMP:20251107T195142Z
CREATED:20210930T204159Z
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SUMMARY:Port Arthur Holiday Parade
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Season in Port Arthur!\nThe city of Port Arthur will host its annual Holiday Parade and invites everyone to join in. \nGet in the holiday sprit in the Cajun Capital of Texas! The route will go along Procter Street and end at Houston Avenue. \nTo be in the parade\, contact the city at (409) 983-8105. \nMuseum of the Gulf Coast will also host a free family fun day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with live animals and festive photo opportunities.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/holiday-downtown/
LOCATION:Procter Street\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20251107T200115Z
CREATED:20210924T210539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T200115Z
UID:10002469-1765015200-1765026000@visitportarthurtx.com
SUMMARY:Jingle All the Way Family Fun Day at Museum
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to JINGLE!\nAre you planning to attend the free Family Fun Day at Museum of the Gulf Coast?  Kids\, bring your families and take pictures in festive settings. Live animals\, entertainment\, educational fun and crafts will be waiting for you. \nWatch out for The Grinch! \nFun crafts and games for kids\, free entertainment and plenty of holiday photo opportunities await. Museum admission is free.This FREE community event is made possible by Golden Pass LNG. \n  \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/family-fun-day-at-museum/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T200000
DTSTAMP:20250909T202817Z
CREATED:20241001T211834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T202817Z
UID:10002804-1761408000-1761422400@visitportarthurtx.com
SUMMARY:Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Parks and Recreation Fall Festival\nThe city of Port Arthur’s Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Fall Festival to celebrate a change of season. Bring the family to an event designed for youth ages 4-11. Activities are from 4 to 8 p.m. and the costume contest will begin at 5:30 p.m. This is a free event with games\, music\, fun and wellness. \nFlu shots will be available on site. For more information contact Pauline Como at The Parks and Recreation Department at (409) 983-8154.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/fall-festival/
LOCATION:Amos J. Evans Multi-Purpose Building\, 1308 B-Ninth Ave.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20250930T144641Z
CREATED:20221019T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T144641Z
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SUMMARY:Spooktacular Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Come in Costume!\nCome to the Museum of the Gulf Coast on Saturday\, October 25\, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  for a FREE Family Fun Day SPOOKTACULAR event! We will have many fun activities for the whole family\, and admission to the museum is FREE during the event. \nFacebook Eventhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1118262326398272 \nThis FREE Community Event is made possible by Chevron Phillips Chemical\, Port Arthur\, Texas. \n What’s Happening: Costumed characters Free face painting & balloon animals Live animal encounters Candy for the kids A festive photo backdrop for your perfect family picture And much more! \n  \n\nThis FREE Community Event is made possible by Chevron Phillips Chemical\, Port Arthur\, Texas.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/spooktacular-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20250905T163502Z
CREATED:20221003T185830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T163502Z
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SUMMARY:Groves Pecan Festival
DESCRIPTION:2025 Groves Pecan Festival\nThe 56th Annual Groves Pecan Festival is coming up October 9-12\, 2025\, and it is going to be a festival to remember.  Expect more live entertainment\, more vendors and more contests with great prizes and more fun for attendees. The festival will kick off the Saturday before the festival\, with a Car Show on October 4\, 2025.  Cajun Sunday will close out our festival this year with some entertaining French Rockin’ Boogie from Geno Delafose!   A beer garden will be open Friday through Sunday also.  Don’t forget to get your pic with our World’s Largest Pecan just blocks away.  Plan to come out and bring your family and friends\, let us show you a good time in Groves! \n\nFor festival information\, call the Groves Chamber of Commerce at (409) 962-3631.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/groves-pecan-festival-2/
LOCATION:Lions Park\, 6200 Jackson Blvd.\, Groves\, TX\, 77615\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T163000
DTSTAMP:20250909T202634Z
CREATED:20191003T152746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T202634Z
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SUMMARY:Scarecrow Festival
DESCRIPTION:Scarecrow Festival at Shangri La Gardens\nWacky\, weird and clever… \nYou won’t believe the detail on scarecrows that community groups\, schools\, churches\, businesses and families create. No two are ever the same. Attend at no charge from Oct. 7-25 at Shangri La Gardens in Orange. See fall flowering displays\, thousands of pumpkins and autumn decor in addition to these special scarecrow visitors. \nAlso\, a Sip & Stroll will be from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 16 and Autumn Fair will be from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 25.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/scarecrow-festival/
LOCATION:Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Discovery Center\, 2111 West Park Ave.\, Orange\, TX\, 77630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Port Arthur
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20250612T220504Z
CREATED:20210222T171916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T220504Z
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SUMMARY:Sabine Showdown Fishing Tournament
DESCRIPTION:2025 Sabine Showdown\nLamar State College Port Arthur’s 6th Annual Sabine Showdown Fishing Tournament will feature $15\,000 in prizes. Golden Pass LNG and Motiva are sponsors. \nCategories:\nHeaviest redfish stringer\, heaviest flounder stringer\, and heaviest trout stringer.\n“The support for this tournament has been incredible\,” said Scott Street\, LSCPA Director of Athletics and tournament director. “The area petrochemical industry and their partners\, especially\, have been all-in from the time we announced our plans to host this tournament.”\nDate: September 6 starting at 6:40 a.m. with weigh-in from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Carl Parker Multipurpose Center on the campus of Lamar State College Port Arthur\, 1800 Lakeshore Drive\, Port Arthur.\nProceeds from the tournament will be used to provide scholarships\, purchase and maintain training equipment\, and other campus needs at LSCPA. \nGet Registered:\nScott Street\nTournament Director\nLamar State College Port Arthur \nwww.sabineshowdown.com \n409-984-6292 \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/sabine-showdown-fishing-tournament-2/
LOCATION:Lamar State College-Port Arthur\, 1500 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTSTAMP:20250414T193512Z
CREATED:20250321T140230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T193512Z
UID:10002822-1756512000-1756598399@visitportarthurtx.com
SUMMARY:Elite Series Kayak Tour Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Brecknell Elite Kayak Live Weigh-In Tournament\nStay tuned for details. Check tournament website for updates.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/elite-series-kayak-tour-tournament/
LOCATION:Holiday Home Park Central\, 2929 Jimmy Johnson Boulevard\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Elite Fishing Series":MAILTO:info@eliteredfishseries.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20250414T193744Z
CREATED:20250321T140027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T193744Z
UID:10002821-1756425600-1756684799@visitportarthurtx.com
SUMMARY:Vivarita Vibe: Elite Fishing Series Live-Weigh In Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Port Arthur West Tour Stop #3\nStay Tuned for Details!
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/elite-fishing-series-solo-tour-tournament/
LOCATION:Holiday Home Park Central\, 2929 Jimmy Johnson Boulevard\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Elite Fishing Series":MAILTO:info@eliteredfishseries.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T140000
DTSTAMP:20250613T165920Z
CREATED:20250613T164846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T165920Z
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SUMMARY:Back 2 School Fun Fest
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun and School Prep\nReady or not\, Port Arthur Independent School District students are headed back to the classroom soon. Students and families are invited to a fun day with free food\, games\, prizes and clear backpacks at Memorial High School. Learning is fun!
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/back-2-school-fun-fest/
LOCATION:Memorial High School
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20250716T183437Z
CREATED:20210608T134832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T183437Z
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SUMMARY:Model Trains Show
DESCRIPTION:Library Hosts Model Trains\nRun the rails to the Port Arthur Public Library to view running passenger and freight model trains. These are fully equipped with to-scale locomotives\, cars and buildings. \nThe East Texas and Gulf Rail Modelers Association will show off miniature scenes and promote this 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. Friday\, July 25 and Saturday\, July 26\,  and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday\, July 27\, 2025. \nFor information\, call (409) 985-8838. \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/model-trains-show/
LOCATION:Port Arthur Public Library\, 4615 Ninth Ave.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20250715T210713Z
CREATED:20210414T204454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T210713Z
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SUMMARY:S.A.L.T. Summer Classic
DESCRIPTION:S.A.L.T. Life\nThe S.A.L.T. Water Angler’s League of Texas – Sabine Chapter\, is ready to focus on kid fishing. Formerly  known as Salt Memorial Tournament\, this Salt Summer Classic will be in July. It will continue to be a family-oriented fishing tournament with more focus towards the kids every year. \nThe event will be from Friday\, July 18 through Sunday\, July 20\, 2025. \nSee the flip book here. \n  \n  \nFor details\, call James Sparrow at (409) 719-2418. setxsaltclub@gmail.com \n  \nS.A.L.T. thrives on Pleasure Island\nLearn a bit more about the S.A.L.T. Club\, here. \nWant to know why you’ll love fishing in Port Arthur? Need a free guide? Click here.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/salt-summer-classic/
LOCATION:S.A.L.T. Club\, 900 T.B. Ellison Parkway\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="S.A.L.T. Fishing Club":MAILTO:setxsaltclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T220000
DTSTAMP:20250616T201306Z
CREATED:20210603T150200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T201306Z
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SUMMARY:Fireworks on the Seawall!
DESCRIPTION:Fourth of July in Port Arthur\nWhat’s the Fourth of July without a big bang? \nCatch the city of Port Arthur’s fireworks display over the water and wear your red\, white and blue. \nLamar State College-Port Arthur helps residents and visitors enjoy Independence Day. \nActivities around the Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center will include family events for all ages. \nThe fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. Watch from the seawall. \nThe 2025 celebration will include free games and activities from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Motiva will sponsor free ice cream. Look for food trucks\, music by DJ Relampago\, giveaways and prizes. \n\nLamar State College-Port Arthur\, the city of Port Arthur are sponsors.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/fourth-of-july-2/
LOCATION:Lamar State College-Port Arthur\, 1500 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20250613T214755Z
CREATED:20250613T214755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T214755Z
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SUMMARY:Black Music Month
DESCRIPTION:Honor Zachary Breaux\nJune is Black Music Month. The Port Arthur Public Library will celebrate and honor the late jazz musician Zachary Breaux. Discover and listen to Black Music that has contributed to all musical genres with local talent\, from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday\, June 28. \nBreaux is among many musicians honored at Museum of the Gulf Coast.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/black-music-month/
LOCATION:Port Arthur Public Library\, 4615 Ninth Ave.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTSTAMP:20250623T185211Z
CREATED:20250623T185211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T185211Z
UID:10002829-1751068800-1751241599@visitportarthurtx.com
SUMMARY:Otaku Summer Matsuri
DESCRIPTION:Anime + Food Returns to Port Arthur\nThe biggest and most famous Anime + Food Festival is coming back to Port Arthur.\nOtaku is teaming up with Central Mall to bring you Summer Matsuri!\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\, and soo much more!\nMake sure to bring cash to this popular event. \nCentral Mall (3100 FM 365 Port Arthur\, TX)\nSaturday\, June 28: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.\nSunday\, June 29: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.\nYou can check out event details down below:\nFollow the group on Facebook and Instagram (@otakufoodfestival) for more drool-worthy photos and event updates!
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/otaku-summer-matsuri/
LOCATION:Central Mall\, 3100 F.M. 365\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20250617T151054Z
CREATED:20250617T150751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T151054Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Juneteenth Showdown in Port Town 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nClick HERE for information on the host hotel.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/juneteenth-showdown-in-port-town-2025/
LOCATION:Max Bowl Venue Center\, 3500 Regional Dr.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T210000
DTSTAMP:20250612T213708Z
CREATED:20250612T213708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T213708Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth & Father's Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun on the Island\nLove the water? Love the family? Come see what’s new on Pleasure Island. This Sunday\, June 15th! Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun\, sun\, and celebration! Join us on Pleasure Island Pier Blvd for a special festival honoring Juneteenth and Father’s Day: Make a Splash: Enjoy watercraft rentals including jet skis\, kayaks\, boats and pedal boats Feast Mode: Indulge in delicious bites from community-favorite food truck Groove to the Beat: Get down with our amazing DJs and live music performances Fun for Kids: Let the little ones loose in our exciting bounce house playgroundsBring your loved ones for a fantastic day out celebrating freedom\, fatherhood\, and community spirit! #juneteenth #loveportarthurtx  \n\n\n\n— at Pleasure Island Commission.
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/juneteenth-fathers-day-festival/
LOCATION:Pleasure Island Marina\, 520 Pleasure Island Blvd.\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T180000
DTSTAMP:20250310T160932Z
CREATED:20250310T153332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T160932Z
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SUMMARY:Southeast Texas Fan Fest
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration for all Pop Culture Fandoms in Southeast Texas\nFan Fest Here \nThis event is for families and local groups to celebrate their love of comics\, manga\, anime\, trading cards\, video games\, films and much more! \nJoin us at Central Mall in Port Arthur Friday – Sunday\, 1:00-6:00 pm! \n\nLocal Food Trucks\nManga and Anime\nCosplay Contest\nVideo Games\nFilms\nKids Pokemon Event (tbd)
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/southeast-texas-fan-fest/
LOCATION:Central Mall\, 3100 F.M. 365\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77642\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20240606T165257Z
CREATED:20190131T172551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T165257Z
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SUMMARY:Port Neches RiverFest
DESCRIPTION:Port Neches RiverFest offers thrills\, chills and spills with Thunder on the Neches tunnel boat racing. This festival boasts a carnival right on the Neches River with live music\, vendors and foods on a stick. Events will be be April 30-May 4\, 2025 \nThe park features a beautiful river view and La Masion Bosoliel\, a Cajun home. \n  \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/port-neches-riverfest/
LOCATION:Port Neches Park\, 601 Grigsby Ave.\, Port Neches\, TX\, 77651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Port Arthur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T140000
DTSTAMP:20250325T210838Z
CREATED:20250325T210838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T210838Z
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SUMMARY:Museum inducts Zeto\, Bragg\, Orta
DESCRIPTION:Museum of the Gulf Coast Inducts Three Legends\nSports\, music and notable people exhibits show the Port Arthur area has turned out some talented people. This season\, three more notables will be honored. \nPerformer Mike Zeto\, photographer Bart Bragg and harmonica great Paul Orta are three area legends. Museum of the Gulf Coast will induct these three in a ceremony at 2 pm. Saturday\, April 5. \nMike Zeto is an awarded\, world-renowned guitarist\, singer\, record producer and songwriter. \nBart Bragg is a distinguished photographer of celebrities\, national and world figures and dignitaries. He has helped record the history of Port Arthur through his photographs. \nPaul Orta is a Global Blues Harmonica Player\, singer and blues legend. Both Hohner Harmonica Co. U.S. and Europe have endorsed Orta. \n 
URL:https://visitportarthurtx.com/event/museum-inducts-zeto-bragg-orta/
LOCATION:Museum of the Gulf Coast\, 700 Procter Street\, Port Arthur\, TX\, 77640\, United States
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