Latest Past Events

🎄 Christmas on the Beach & Volunteer Thank You Day

Rockport Beach 810 Seabreeze Dr, Rockport

📅 December 27, 2025 (Saturday)⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Rockport Beach, Texas Join us for a magical evening at Rockport Beach as Aransas Pathways celebrates the heart of our mission — our volunteers, partners, and community stewards who keep the spirit of Birding, History, Kayaking, and Trails alive all year long. This festive gathering is our way of saying thank you for helping Aransas County shine as a premier ecotourism and heritage destination in the Coastal Bend. What to Expect ✨ Cozy beachfront Christmas atmosphere✨ AP volunteer recognition moments✨ Meet the Aransas Pathways team & site stewards✨ Sign-up opportunities for 2026 volunteer programs✨ Light snacks & good community vibes✨ Perfect sunset photo moments along the shore Why This Event Matters Aransas Pathways is built on people — volunteers, partners, and local champions who share their time and heart to sustain our trails, birding sites, kayak launches, and history spaces. This special evening honors YOU — the hands, hearts, and stories behind our shared success. Volunteer Sign-Up & 2026 Opportunities Looking to get involved next year?Stop by our Volunteer Table to explore upcoming opportunities in: Events & outreach Birding programs & citizen science Trail stewardship Kayaking activities Historical and cultural programming 👉 Sign up here:www.AransasPathways.com/volunteer/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=events&utm_campaign=COTB2025

Free

Pop Up Exhibit “Surviving the Surge: The Hurricanes that Shaped Aransas County”

The History Center for Aransas County 801 E Cedar St, Rockport

Unlock the history of the hurricanes that have shaped Rockport’s story. From the 1800s to Hurricane Harvey, this special pop-up exhibit within ‘Rockport Strong’ takes you through the winds, waves, and resilience of our coastal community. Join us for the grand opening with a presentation by Joe Fox.  

History Center Grand Opening: Artifacts: The Key to History

The History Center for Aransas County 801 E Cedar St, Rockport

Join us for the grand opening of our special Artifact Exhibit, where history comes to life in Aransas County! Explore a unique collection of artifacts that tell the stories of our heritage, chronologically from Native Americans to local historical treasures. The Grand Opening will be presented with a talk from Debbie Griffith, "Shell Middens".