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Festival Hours

OCTOBER 16-18, 2026

Friday: 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Saturday: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Shrimporee Festival Grounds 200 E. Johnson Ave Aransas Pass, TX

Admission Pricing

3 Day Access pass $20

Daily Adult (Ages 13 & Up ) $12

Daily Seniors (62 & UP) & Child (8-12) $8

Children 7 & Under Free

Festival Info

  • If you pre-purchased admission through Eventbrite walk up to the gates and collect tickets in the Eventbrite access lane.
  • Shuttles stop running after event closure.
  • Lawn Chairs, wagons, and strollers are allowed into the festival grounds.
  • No outside food, drinks, or ice chests will be permitted into the festival grounds. 
  • For more information during the event, please visit the blue information building inside the festival grounds.
  • Lost & Found items can be claimed and dropped off at the blue Information Building inside the festival grounds.
  • Only service pets will be allowed into the festival grounds. 

Live Music & Entertainment Schedule

Friday - Oct 16

HEB Main Stage

6PM The Rockoholics

8PM The JonMikael Mrez Band

10PM Eli Young Band

 

 

 

 

Friday - Oct 16

Whataburger Stage

6:30PM Harmony Health & Wellness  Zumba Class

8:30PM Creado

Saturday - Oct 17 

HEB Main Stage

12:15PM Shawn Miller Comedy

1PM Shrimp Eating Contest

2PM John Cortez Band

4PM Meza Band

6PM Los Arias

8PM Luis Ayala's Fiebre

10PM Marcos Orozco

Saturday - Oct 17 

Whataburger Stage

1PM Harmony Health & Wellness  Zumba Class

2PM Mens & Womens

Sexy Legs Contest

3:30PM Chica's Rock

6PM Pending

8PM The Jam Band

Sunday - Oct 18

HEB Main Stage

1PM Boudreaux & Pousson

1 - 5PM Battle of the Boil 

 4PM Wayne Toups

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday - Oct 18

Whataburger Stage

1PM The Revalution

2:30PM Harmony Health & Wellness  Zumba Class

4PM ZRENDITIONZ

 

 

Shrimporee Parade & Great Outhouse Race

The Shrimporee Parade is a beloved tradition that kicks off the festivities with excitement, color, and community spirit! This lively event brings together local organizations, businesses, schools, and community groups to showcase their creativity with vibrant floats, decorated vehicles, and enthusiastic performances.

Parade Route:
Downtown Aransas Pass

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Entry Fee: FREE to participate!

Event Theme & Colors:
The Shrimporee parade theme is Maritime/Nautical — think anchors, waves, ships, sea creatures, and everything coastal!
Show your Shrimporee spirit by incorporating the official event colors: blue, orange, and white into your float or outfit.

Want to be part of the fun?
Whether you're representing a group, business, or just love a good parade, we’d love to have you join us!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most festive highlights of Shrimporee!

Parade Application
Download Outhouse Race Application

Parking & Shuttles

Parking at the the Festival Grounds

  • Parking at the Shrimporee festival grounds during peak festival times is limited.
  • We encourage event attendees to take advantage of the FREE Park & Ride Shuttles sponsored by the Port of Corpus Christi.
  • Parking at the Festival Grounds costs $5-$7 per vehicle.
  • All proceeds from festival parking lots benefit youth non-profit organizations.
  • Shuttles will be available during peak times only
     Friday 5:30pm to 12:30am
    Saturday 5:30pm to 12:30am
    No Shuttles on Saturday from 12 Noon - 5pm
    No Shuttles on Sunday
Shrimporee Maps (1)

Free Park & Ride Shuttles

Attendees can park at one of our satellite parking lots and take a complimentary shuttle to and from the festival. The shuttles operate continuously during the festival hours, providing convenient and hassle-free transportation for all attendees.

Satellite Parking Lots

  • AP Chamber (130 W. Goodnight Ave)
  • Compton Hall (704 W. Yoakum)
  • Dollar General (709 S. Commercial)

The below satellite parking lots will be open on Friday & Saturday only 

  • Care Regional Medical Center (1711 W. Wheeler)
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