Pride Block Party

5 – 10 PM / Great Lawn @ Water’s Edge Park / October 4, 2025

Celebrate as a Community

The Pride Block Party is a free event on the Great Lawn at Water’s Edge Park on Shoreline Blvd. with family friendly entertainment.

📅 Saturday, October 4th
⏰ 5 PM to 10 PM – Following the vibrant Pride Parade
📍 The Great Lawn at Water’s Edge Park

🎉 Epic, Electric, Unmissable: Pride Celebration in CC Like Never Before! 🎉

🌟 Light up your night under a canopy of stars and embrace an evening bursting with vibrancy, unity, and heart-thumping excitement.

A Culinary Carnival & Creativity Corner

With over 40 approved vendors, this year’s Block Party offers something for everyone. Guests can indulge in refreshing fruit cups, aguas frescas, and mangonadas from 2V Fruit Cups & Snacks , cold-pressed juices from The Vine Juice Company . Shaved ice, local baked goods, and handcrafted snacks round out the food offerings.

For those seeking unique finds, artisan vendors will showcase crochet toys, crystal jewelry, original art, custom apparel, and collectibles . It’s a true marketplace of creativity where guests can take home one-of-a-kind treasures and Pride keepsakes.

Spectacular Sounds & Stunning Shows

The Block Party stage will be alive with music and performances all night long. Sergio Espinosa, fresh off the release of a new album, joins the lineup alongside a debut performance by Lepyrd. The night also features several dynamic showcases of drag and diva artistry, with one led by Brittany Andrews Entertainment with more than nine entertainers.

As always, the production value soars thanks to DJ Zarron Gonzalez and Mystic Entertainment, whose video wall, staging and sound design will transform the Great Lawn into a vibrant stage experience.

Toast to Pride

We’re thrilled to welcome Lazy Beach Brewing back this year, bringing their signature craft beers, crisp hard seltzers, and refreshing margaritas to the Block Party. A perfect way to raise a glass to Pride and community.

Powered by Partnerships

This celebration is made possible with the support of our Title Sponsor, Hilliard Law, whose commitment to civil rights and visibility makes this event shine even brighter. We’re also joined by advocacy leaders like Equality Texas and Texas Rising, offering resources and engagement for attendees .

More entertainers are being confirmed daily, keep an eye on the schedule for the final lineup as we count down to October 4.

Entertainment Schedule

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Gemini B. York takes the stage as MC of the Block Party, bringing charisma, style, and energy to guide you through the night!
Pride Corpus Christi

Pride Corpus Christi

5:00 PM – 5:05 PM  • Main Stage
Welcome from the Board of Directors
Hilliard Law

Hilliard Law

5:05 PM – 5:10 PM  • Main Stage
Presenting Remarks by Attorney Aissa Barrera, Hilliard Law

AZUL Entertainment

AZUL Entertainment brings together powerhouse talent and dazzling spectacle, hosting must-see shows across Kingsville, Robstown, Portland, and The Hidden Door in Corpus Christi.
5:15 PM – 6:00 PM  • Main Stage
Lepyrd

6:00 PM – 6:15 PM  • Main Stage  • Musician (Solo)
Ruby Ja'Mean

6:15 PM – 6:20 PM  • Main Stage  • Drag Queen
Elektra Brooks

6:20 PM – 6:25 PM  • Main Stage  • Drag Queen
AZURE Dance Team

6:45 PM – 7:00 PM  • Main Stage  • Dancer (Solo, Troupe, Cultural)
Sergio Espinosa

7:00 PM – 7:45 PM  • Main Stage  • Musician (Band)

Brittany Andrews Entertainment

A cornerstone of the region’s drag and diva scene, Brittany Andrews Entertainment delivers polished productions, from brunches and pageants to stage shows, blending glamour, talent, and community.
7:45 PM – 9:00 PM  • Main Stage

Lane & Lane Productions

Led by “The First Lady of Corpus Christi,” Leona Lane, this emerging production team shines with glamorous shows and community-driven fundraising, always delivered with poise and purpose.
9:00 PM – 9:15 PM  • Main Stage
Absinthe

9:15 PM – 9:20 PM  • Main Stage  • Drag Queen
Shannon Paris

9:20 PM – 9:25 PM  • Main Stage  • Diva Performer
Blasphemet

9:25 PM – 9:30 PM  • Main Stage  • Drag King

Vendor Map

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Who You'll Meet

Explore this year's vendors

Texas Rising

🤝 Non-Profits
Activity: Voter Registration
🗳️ Empowering young Texans to make their voices heard. Stop by the Texas Rising booth to get registered to vote and learn how you can make a difference in upcoming elections. Their team is dedicated to building youth power across Texas, and they’ll be on-site to help you check your registration status, sign up, and get the tools you need to raise your voice for equality and justice.

Corpus Christi Atheist

🤝 Non-Profits
Corpus Christi Atheist creates space for non-religious individuals to come together in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community. Stop by their booth to connect, learn more about their mission, and join conversations around inclusivity, humanism, and Pride without borders.

The Sweetest Ghoul

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Gourmet Cake slices/cupcakes & Gourmet baked goods
Indulge in gourmet cakes, cupcakes, and baked goods from The Sweetest Ghoul. Their booth serves up spooky fun with irresistible flavors, proving that delicious can also be delightfully wicked.

The Bugg Barn

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Crochet toys and accesories
A queer and trans-owned small business, The Bugg Barn specializes in hand-crafted crochet toys and accessories made with creativity and care. Every piece is designed to bring joy, comfort, and a touch of handmade magic. Stop by to support a local maker and take home something unique that celebrates both craft and identity.

Karlyle Tomms, Author

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Books -- Possibly art, candy, chips, or water Activity: No
Karlyle Tomms is an award-winning novelist, screenwriter, poet, and speaker whose work delves into resilience, identity, and the human condition. Drawing from his experiences growing up gay in rural Arkansas and a 42-year career in mental health, he crafts characters who overcome trauma, stigma, and isolation. At his Pride booth, he’ll share his latest titles, talk about his creative process, sign books, and connect over the transformative power of narrative.

Lemon Shakers

🏪 Local Businesses
Beat the heat with hand-crafted, fresh-squeezed lemonade from Lemon Shakers. Customize your drink with fresh fruit mix-ins for the perfect refreshing Pride treat.

Helen White Electrologists and Laser

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Skin care and some miscellaneous additional items Activity: Service giveaway raffle
We do Laser and Electrolysis Hair removal and have Clarity Rx Skincare products

Dress me ups by jess

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: Chamoy dips, candy apples, dulces Enchilados
Bring your taste buds to life with chamoy dips, candy apples, and dulces enchilados at the Dress Me Ups By Jess booth. These sweet-and-spicy treats are a local favorite and the perfect snack to enjoy while celebrating Pride. Stop by for a flavor experience that’s as bold and colorful as the festival itself!

Art Museum of South Texas

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: None Activity: Art Activity
The Art Museum of South Texas invites you to get hands-on with a Pride-inspired art activity. Celebrate creativity, self-expression, and community while discovering upcoming exhibits and programs at the museum.

Christinas Dreams

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: Dream catchers and various brittle
Explore a booth full of handmade dreamcatchers and unique brittle treats at Christinas Dreams. Each piece is crafted with love and creativity, offering a one-of-a-kind keepsake or sweet snack to enjoy.

Chloe's Creations

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Jewelry and accessories
Chloe’s Creations offers a stunning selection of handcrafted jewelry and accessories designed to add sparkle and style to your Pride look. From everyday favorites to statement pieces, you’ll find unique items that make perfect keepsakes or gifts. Stop by to shop local creativity and discover your next favorite accessory.

Boyd's Creations

⭐ Sponsors
Merch: Homemade sewn items: hot pads, table toppers, placemats, purses/bags, mug rugs, composition books & covers, To Go table top games, quilted wall hangings
From quilted wall hangings to table toppers, purses, and cozy home items, Boyd’s Creations brings hand-sewn goods that are as beautiful as they are practical. Stop by to shop unique pieces that combine craftsmanship with Pride spirit.

My Wicked Art

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: 3D Prints, collector cards, Pride novelties, mystery boxes, bottle cap charms, and magnets
Discover a colorful mix of 3D prints, collector cards, Pride-themed novelties, mystery boxes, and bottle cap art. My Wicked Art brings playful, creative treasures that make perfect keepsakes or gifts. Stop by their booth to explore unique designs that celebrate imagination and Pride spirit.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Corpus Christi

🤝 Non-Profits
The UU Church of Corpus Christi marches with Pride, celebrating love, acceptance, and justice for all. Their booth offers resources, friendly faces, and a community that affirms everyone’s worth and dignity.

Vela Entertainment

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: Costumes
🎭 From Miami flair to Texas Pride! Vela Entertainment brings the sparkle with unique, creative, and show-stopping costumes that turn heads and celebrate self-expression. Formerly based in Miami and now calling Texas home, they’re bringing bold style and vibrant energy to Pride Corpus Christi. Stop by their booth to explore costumes that are as unforgettable as the celebration itself!

The Bougie Buffalo

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Redesigned apparel , original design trucker hats, handmade jewelry, waterproof jewelry, bags and vinyl prints while you wait
The Bougie Buffalo brings a mix of redesigned apparel, original design trucker hats, and handmade jewelry — each piece crafted to stand out with personality and edge. Swing by their booth to explore one-of-a-kind fashion and accessories that add a touch of style (and a little bougie attitude) to your Pride look.

Equality Texas

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: none Activity: prize wheel
👉 “Championing LGBTQ+ rights and building a stronger Texas.” Spin the prize wheel at their booth and win Pride-themed goodies while learning how Equality Texas is leading the fight for fairness and equality across the state. Stop by to grab free promo items, connect with advocates, and find out how you can help make Texas a more inclusive place for everyone.

Powers Tattoos & Body Piercing Studio & Boutique

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: Tattoo appearel Body jewelry art merch
Details coming soon—stop by their booth!

Clover and Leaf

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: woodworking (cutting boards, pens, bowls, jewelry boxes,) and cross stitched wall hangings
Discover artisanal woodworking and more from Clover And Leaf, featuring cutting boards, jewelry boxes, wall hangings, and gifts that blend beauty with practicality. Visit their booth to find one-of-a-kind pieces and connect with a beloved local maker.

Corpus Christi Association of REALTORS

⭐ Sponsors
Local REALTORS® are proud to support Pride and our community. Their booth highlights how they help create safe, welcoming spaces for all families and individuals in Corpus Christi. Stop in to learn more about their work and commitment to equality in housing.

Raging ice & more

🍔 Food Trucks
Merch: Food
Beat the heat at Pride with refreshing treats from Raging Ice & More! From classic shaved ice to flavorful snacks, they’ve got the perfect way to keep you cool and energized all day long.

Grace Church Corpus

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: N/A Activity: N/A
Details coming soon—stop by their booth!

Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation

🤝 Non-Profits
Activity: Mobile Testing
Step inside their mobile testing unit for free and confidential sexual health screenings right at the Block Party. Their team makes it simple, safe, and stigma-free to take charge of your health. Stop by their booth to learn more about services, resources, and ongoing programs that keep our community thriving.

St. Paul UCC

🤝 Non-Profits
A local affirming church on southside.

The Vine Juice Company

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Cold-Pressed Juice
Stay hydrated and healthy with The Vine Juice Company’s delicious cold-pressed juices. Packed with flavor and nutrients, these colorful drinks are the perfect refreshment to fuel your Pride celebration.

Women's and Men's Health Services

⭐ Sponsors
Merch: none Activity: None
⭐ Proud Sponsor of Pride Corpus Christi Learn about affordable reproductive and primary health services available right here in South Texas. Their team will be sharing educational resources, answering questions, and connecting you to clinics that provide care for women and men in our community. Stop by their booth to discover how they can help you take charge of your health and well-being.

Pawsitive Style Pet Boutique

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: We have an assorted pet clothing and accessories for your furbabies of all sizes.
We have an assortment of fun Pet Apparel and Accessories for your loving furbabies of all sizes. Support small businesses, Support our dreams♡

SmellyCatz- Scentsy

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Scentsy Activity: Guess how many testers
Brighten your space and your Pride experience with Scentsy products from SmellyCatz. With scents to fit every mood, you’ll also find a fun “Guess How Many Testers” activity at their booth for a chance to win goodies!

Astound

⭐ Sponsors
Stay connected with Astound, your local broadband provider bringing lightning-fast internet and award-winning customer service to South Texas. As a dedicated Pride sponsor for many years, Astound continues to power our community with the speed, reliability, and support we deserve. Visit their booth to learn more about home and business solutions—and celebrate with a partner that’s been with Pride from the start.

2V Fruit Cups & Snacks

🍔 Food Trucks
Merch: Fruit Cups, Aguas Frescas, Acai Bowls, Fresas Con Crema, Fresas Con Nutella, Fruit with Nutella, Mangonadas
Cool off with a variety of fresh fruit cups, aguas frescas, acai bowls, fresas con crema, and mangonadas. Whether you love Nutella-topped fruit or classic Mexican street snacks, this booth will have something to keep you energized and smiling all day.

Nueces County Democratic Party

🗳️ Civic & Candidates
Merch: none Activity: register voters
🗳️ Engaging our community through civic participation. Stop by their booth to register to vote, learn about current issues, and explore opportunities to get more civically engaged in your community. Their team will be available to answer questions, provide resources, and help ensure your voice is heard at the ballot box.

Cricket optimal wireless

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: None Activity: bean bag toss
Stop by Cricket Wireless to test your aim with a bean bag toss and win fun prizes while learning more about their wireless services. It’s a booth full of energy, connection, and Pride spirit.

Stitch Bully

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Performance/dance/costume gloves
Level up your look with Stitch Bully’s unique performance, dance, and costume gloves. Designed to add flair to any outfit, these eye-catching accessories are perfect for entertainers and anyone who loves bold, creative fashion.

Lone Star Hawaiian Ice

🍔 Food Trucks
Merch: Snow ice, brisket sandwiches, mangonadas, nachos, hot Cheetos with cheese, corn in a cup, Frito pie
Cool down and fuel up with Lone Star Hawaiian Ice. From refreshing snow ice and mangonadas to hearty brisket sandwiches, nachos, and over-the-top snacks like Hot Cheetos with cheese and Frito pie, their menu has something for every craving.

Chelitos Delights

🍔 Food Trucks
Merch: Food such as, mini tacos, floutas, lonches and a quesadilla
Bring your appetite to Chelitos Delights, serving up mini tacos, flautas, lonches, quesadillas, and more. Delicious, authentic flavors made fresh—perfect for a quick bite between performances.

Sam’s Club

⭐ Sponsors
Merch: Discounted membership 50%-60% off
Stay cool with free water bottles from Sam’s Club as you enjoy the Block Party! Stop by their booth to learn about exclusive membership discounts and discover how Sam’s Club helps you save on everyday essentials. Grab a drink, pick up info, and see how this community partner makes shopping smarter and celebrations brighter.

Woodworks Therapy

⭐ Sponsors
Discover resources and insights for mental health and wellness with Woodworks Therapy. Their booth will feature educational materials, giveaways, and helpful tools designed to support your journey and spark conversations about self-care. Stop by to connect, pick up some swag, and learn how therapy can help build resilience and well-being.

Gulf Coast Growth Ventures

⭐ Sponsors
Activity: TBD
GCGV is back again with their signature Pride swag — from stickers and temporary tattoos to fans and treats — all free for attendees. Known for their strong support of the LGBTQIA+ community, Gulf Coast Growth Ventures brings both fun and community spirit to Pride every year. Stop by their booth, grab some goodies, and join a sponsor who continues to invest in making Pride Corpus Christi unforgettable.

The Sound of Fizz

🏪 Local Businesses
🎶 Refreshing drinks meet dance-floor energy. Quench your thirst with Dirty sodas and energy drinks while a live DJ keeps the vibes flowing with upbeat house music. The Sound of Fizz is more than a booth — it’s a mini-party where you can recharge, dance, and keep the Pride energy going all day long.

Fashaholics

🏪 Local Businesses
Fashaholics brings bold fashion and accessories to Pride. Shop unique clothing and statement pieces designed to turn heads, celebrate self-expression, and make your Pride outfit unforgettable.

All Saints Episcopal Church

⭐ Sponsors
Activity: Give Aways
All Saints Episcopal Church is proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community. Visit their booth for giveaways, fellowship, and a message of affirmation that faith and Pride go hand in hand.

Nami Fisher, REALTOR

⭐ Sponsors
Activity: Photo Booth
Visit sponsor Nami Fisher, REALTOR, for a Pride-themed photo booth experience. Snap a keepsake with friends, celebrate inclusivity, and take home memories while connecting with a supporter of the local LGBTQIA+ community.

Fulton Kettle Corn

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Gourmet Kettle Corn and flavored popcorn
Follow the irresistible aroma to Fulton Kettle Corn! Serving up warm, crunchy kettle corn and a variety of flavored popcorn, this booth is a must-stop for anyone craving a classic fair-style snack with a tasty twist.

Hilliard Law & Hilliard Center

⭐ Sponsors
Merch: n/a Activity: Photo Booth + Temp Tattoo Station
⭐ Pride Corpus Christi’s Title Sponsor — standing for justice, equality, and community. Step into their vibrant booth for stickers, temporary tattoos, and a one-of-a-kind photo experience. Strike a pose at the interactive Wall of Justice, where you can share what Justice Means to You before capturing the moment in their photo booth. Come celebrate, connect, and take home a memory that symbolizes both fun and advocacy.

SOUTH TEXAS FAMILY PLANNING AND HEALTH CORPORATION

🤝 Non-Profits
Merch: NONE; EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS/ CLINIC SERVICES AND LOCATIONS
💙 Empowering the Coastal Bend with accessible health services. Learn more about local clinic locations and services that provide essential reproductive and family health care. Their booth will feature educational resources, staff to answer your questions, and information on how to access care in your community. Stop by to connect with a trusted health provider that has been serving South Texas for decades.

Blossoming Lotus

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: Wire wrapped crystal jewelry, stones, d&d accessories, fans, dream catchers, Activity: Tarot readings, cleansings, reiki
✨ Jewelry, energy, and mystical vibes at Pride! Blossoming Lotus brings a magical mix of wire-wrapped crystal jewelry, stones, D&D accessories, fans, and more. Their booth will also feature tarot readings, reiki, and cleansing sessions—a chance to recharge your spirit while you shop for unique treasures. Stop by for something special that blends style, energy, and empowerment.

Sweetened Daze

🏪 Local Businesses
Merch: cupcakes
Treat yourself to gourmet cupcakes from Sweetened Daze. Bursting with flavor and baked to perfection, their sweets are the perfect pick-me-up to keep your Pride celebration extra sweet.