We all look forward to the summer season especially if you have a family. The kids are as excited as ever to be out of school for the season and taking some time off work never hurts either. You can start your summer plans by booking a vacation getaway to South Padre Island. Our Texas destination is found on the southern shores of the state and offers plenty of ways to kick start your summer with Memorial Day Weekend. This holiday weekend offers plenty of summer fun that you too can enjoy. Take a look at what your South Padre Island Memorial Day Weekend can look like.
Memorial Day Fireworks
Memorial Day Weekend is best remembered here on South Padre Island with our annual fireworks display that closes out the weekend. Our Memorial Day Fireworks event takes place on Sunday, May 28th as fireworks are shot over the bay for everyone to see along the shore. The water below allows the light from the fireworks to reflect and create an amazing sight for those to see. Visitors are encouraged to grab a spot at one of the local shoreline restaurants that offer patio seating for the best view or hang out in the Entertainment District. Close out your Memorial Day plans with a dazzling display of fireworks.
Grab a Seat at Clayton’s Beach Bar and Grill
South Padre Island showcases a variety of different venues around town that make for the perfect spot to hang out during your vacation. Clayton’s Beach Bar and Grill is a staple among the community as it features a restaurant and bar with its own private beach. Simply grab your favorite snack and/or co*cktail and head down to the water to relax. Clayton’s also features live music including DJs on the weekend and will be your one stop for a Memorial Day party.
Captain Murphy’s Isla Tours
Spend your early summer getaway in South Padre Island on the water when you book a dolphin watch tour for Memorial Day. There are plenty of different tour companies in the area, but none are more exciting to book with than Captain Murphy’s Isla Tours. Their award-winning tours take place aboard the Murphy’s Law, a 67-foot double decker boat that is designed for the best views on the water. These dolphin tours will take you out to the natural habitats for these majestic creatures so you can see them swim and splash around in the water. Other sights that you will take in along the journey often include Boca Chica Beach where Space X is found, the US Coast Guard Station, and many other locations. Get to experience seeing Atlantic bottlenose dolphins up close and at any point of the year. These tours are offered in an hour-and-a-half-long experience that begins in the Laguna Madre before hitting the open water. Make sure to book early for this popular tour before they are all booked up for Memorial Day!
Build a Sandcastle
The beach life is the time to have when you visit South Padre Island for Memorial Day Weekend. Make sure to grab a spot at your nearest beach so you can kick back and relax. You can also get your creative juices flowing during some beach time by building a beautiful sandcastle display. If you do not have the expertise or tools to build something worth remembering fret not. You can book a sandcastle building lesson with Sandy Fee’s Sandcastle Lessons right here on the island. These lessons take place at your beach and provide you with plenty of help to make your own masterpiece. The private lessons are perfect for all ages so everyone can feel included.
Visit Sea Turtle Inc
South Padre Island is home to several nonprofit and animal protection organizations that offer support to critters in need. Sea Turtle Inc is one such organization and has been helping injured sea turtles survive for years. While the organization heals and releases injured sea turtles they rehabilitate ones that are not able to be released back into the wild. Come see these amazing animals at their location here on South Padre Island. Sea Turtle Inc will be open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM all Memorial Day Weekend for you to visit. The facility offers a self-guided tour and educational “Turtle Talks” are also presented throughout the day. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this cherished location in South Padre Island!
Book Today for Memorial Day
As you can see there are quite a few ways to spend your time during South Padre Island Memorial Day Weekend. Our vacation rentals will keep you close to the beach and provide you access to comfortable amenities. Make sure to book one of these popular rentals today!
