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Visit Port Aransas Make your way to Texas' favorite beach, Port Aransas & Mustang Island. Traditions anchor here.
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09/19/2026

Since 1886, The Tarpon Inn has been a part of Port Aransas history, welcoming generations of anglers, travelers, and island characters through its doors. From the signed tarpon scales lining the lobby walls to the stories passed down over the years, every corner holds a piece of Port A.

Click the link to watch the Tarpon Inn’s Salty Story and discover a piece of the island’s past that continues to live on today.
🔗 https://vist.ly/5j4j4

09/18/2026

Ahoy, mateys! ☠️
Swap "hello" for "ahoy," "friend" for "matey," and you'll fit right in with the crew at tomorrow's 15th Annual Pirate Parade. For a full pirate lingo guide, click the link below. 🏴‍☠️
🔗 https://vist.ly/5iznd

Bonus: hop aboard Red Dragon Pirate Cruises and actually live the part- cannon fire, sword fights, and dolphins included.

09/17/2026

Fall means one thing on the island, Shoptober is back. 🛍️

Mark your calendar for October 16–18, when Port A's shops roll out deals on the fresh lineup of fall styles and decor to bring a little island charm home with you. Grab your friends, make a weekend of it, and hit every boutique on your list!

Start planning your Shoptober weekend now: https://vist.ly/5ivb5

09/16/2026

Find your cure in Port Aransas!✨

09/15/2026

Texas Clear Water Oyster Gardens fresh from the Gulf! 🦪🌊

Take a look behind the scenes at Texas Clear Water Oyster Gardens in Port Aransas, where sustainable practices help protect our coastal waters while producing fresh, locally grown oysters.

Zoom in…a little closer…what do you see? It's a Whooping Crane, and soon they will be making their way back to Port A fo...
09/12/2026

Zoom in…a little closer…what do you see?

It's a Whooping Crane, and soon they will be making their way back to Port A for winter. Keep your eyes peeled for these amazing birds, and don't miss out on the 2027 Whooping Crane Festival, February 25–28!

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery of the first responders, service...
09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery of the first responders, service members, and everyday heroes who showed extraordinary courage in the face of tragedy.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

Dive into discovery at Island Science Day in Port Aransas!🔬🌊 Join the University of Texas Marine Science Institute on Sa...
09/10/2026

Dive into discovery at Island Science Day in Port Aransas!🔬🌊

Join the University of Texas Marine Science Institute on Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. for a FREE day of hands-on marine science, interactive exhibits, research facility tours, demonstrations, boat excursions, and more!

Learn more: https://vist.ly/5hzqi

09/09/2026

Fall isn't on island time, but you can be!🌴

Address

403 W. Cotter
Port Aransas, TX
78373

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+13617495919

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