Spring has swept into Port O’Connor with flair this year. As you roll through town, dazzling wildflowers splash the landscape with color. Spring breakers have flocked to POC this year, packing the beaches with energy and soaking up the charm of this breathtaking season.
Make sure you join us at the Port O’Connor Farmers Market, held every second Saturday of the month from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Kingfisher Beach Pavilion! Come explore a delightful variety of offerings from our talented local gardeners and artists. Savor fresh vegetables, homemade jams and jellies, freshly baked breads, and farm-fresh eggs, alongside unique coastal art. Don’t miss this vibrant community gathering—bring your friends and family for a morning of local treasures!
Get ready for our Annual Crawfish Festival, happening April 26th from 10 AM to 6 PM! Beat the rush by grabbing your tickets and goodies ahead of time on the chamber website: admission ($5, free for kids 6 and under), food tickets ($25 for 3 lbs), t-shirts ($20), beer tickets ($5 each), and koozies ($5). Pick up your pre-orders at the pavilion on Friday, April 25th, from 3:00–6:00 PM, or at the will-call entrance on Saturday, April 26th, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM. Come early to snag a People’s Choice wristband, letting you taste crawfish from our talented cooking teams and cast your vote for the best with your tokens. Spend the day savoring spicy crawfish, browsing unique craft and food vendors, cheering at the Crawfish Eating Contest and Horseshoes Tournament, and dancing to live Cajun tunes with Boo & Poo. Don’t miss this flavorful, fun-filled day!
Get pumped for the Fourth of July in Port O’Connor—starting with our spectacular annual parade on July 4th at 9:00 AM! Grab your golf cart, boat, scooter, car, or trailer, deck it out in red, white, and blue, and join the festive procession as we roll down to the beach and loop through the northern part of town. It’s a star-spangled celebration you won’t want to miss! Then, mark your calendars for our jaw-dropping Fourth of July fireworks extravaganza on Saturday, July 5, 2024. This dazzling display lights up the sky and pulls in huge crowds from all over the region. To keep this $30,000+ show sparkling, we rely entirely on your generous donations—head to our website to contribute and help make this year’s event the biggest yet. Let’s celebrate freedom with a bang!
A huge shout-out to our most recent renewing members: Kenneth Gregory Guide Service, Nancy Pomykal, Bubba’s Seafood, Master Screen Graphics, and Salty Peter Guide Service! Want to dive into what makes these awesome businesses and our other members so special? Swing by our Chamber website at www.portoconnorchamber.com for all the juicy details in our business listings. Haven’t renewed your Chamber membership yet? No worries—there’s still time to join! Let us help you shine a spotlight on your business, boost your visibility, and connect with our vibrant community. Renew today and let’s get your business noticed!