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Corpus Christi Area Sports and Recreation

Sports enthusiasts may be surprised to learn Corpus Christi has several college and pro sports teams in the area - they even have a pro ice hockey team! Not to mention a wide variety of activities for amateur athletes.
Texas International Boat Show
Held at Corpus' new downtown marina, the Texas International Boat Show features both in-the-water and on-shore exhibits, as well as a variety of entertainment events and vendor booths.
Coastal Bend Aviators
If visiting Corpus Chrisi in the summer, don't miss out on heading a few miles down the road to Robstown to catch some exciting and entertaining minor-league baseball with the Coastal Bend Aviators.
Ice Rays Hockey
Can you imagine watching an ice hockey game on your beach vacation? Well, you can if you catch the Ice Rays during your visit to Corpus Christi.
Corpus Christi Hammerheads
Corpus Christi's indoor football team, the Hammerheads, always provide fans with hard-hitting action.
Beach to Bay Relay
Thousands flock to the “Sparkling City By The Sea” to take part in Corpus Christi’s Beach to Bay Relay Marathon. This event features six-person teams running a 26.2-mile marathon relay-style from, as the name suggests, the beach to the bay.
Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball
New for the 2005 baseball season, the Corpus Christi Hooks are the relocated Round Rock Express, a AA affiliate of the Houston Astros. Their inaugural season includes at least 70 games at the Whataburger Field in Corpus.
Mustang Island State Park
Mustang Island State Park includes five miles of beachfront and offers visitors fishing, camping, beachcombing, swimming, surfing, birding, and other outdoor recreation options.
Padre Island National Seashore
Padre Island National Seashore stretches from Corpus Christi south some 75 miles to the Port Mansfield Cut - offering some of the most remote seashore to be found anywhere.
Corpus Christi Dog Track
Don't let your vacation go to the dogs! Go bet the pups at Corpus Christi Dog Track.

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