Parks and Recreation
Bay Jammin’ Concert and Cinema Series
Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department and J2 Productions invite everyone to enjoy the 36th annual Summer Bay Jammin’ Concert and Cinema Series at Cole Park Amphitheater. It’s free for everyone, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of great entertainment!
Cole Park Amphitheater Address:
1526 Ocean Drive,
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Email: bayjammin@gmail.com
Social Media: Bay Jammin Concert & Cinema Series Facebook Page
The schedule may change, so please follow the series’ social media page for updates.
Concerts
Concerts will be performed every Thursday from June 4 to August 20, 2026, from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Each week, a wonderful musical group will be showcased for your entertainment. Music will be LIVE, featuring a variety of genres, including rock, country, world beat, jazz, blues, and more.
- June 4: Cruise Control Band
- June 11: Chanklas, Dreaming in Color
- June 18: Navarro & The Creatures, Heavy Soul
- June 25: The Daze, Love Street
- July 2: Animal Mood, The Palacios Brothers
- July 4: Texas Rebels, RA!
- July 9: Irie Rebels, Triptonite
- July 16: David Martinez Band, Aloha Dave
- July 23: Crucial Riddim, Flatbroke
- July 30: The 99s, Any Colour You Like
- Aug. 6: Alley Catz, Latin Talk
- Aug. 13: Kat & The Nat 20s, ScareCrow People
- Aug. 20: Coastal Bend Big Band — Del Mar College, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and Texas A&M University-Kingsville musicians
Movies
Movies will be shown every Friday from June 5 to August 14, 2026, beginning at dark. The audience can enjoy an entire summer filled with action, adventure, and comedy. All the films are family-friendly and closed-captioned.
- June 5: "Snow White," rated PG; 1 hour and 49 minutes (2025 version)
- June 12: "Elio," rated PG; 1 hour and 39 minutes
- June 19: "The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants," rated PG; 1 hour and 28 minutes
- June 26: "Smurfs," rated PG; 1 hour and 32 minutes (2025 version)
- July 3: "Goat," rated PG; 1 hour and 40 minutes
- July 10: "Hoppers," rated PG; 1 hour and 45 minutes
- July 17: "A Minecraft Movie," rated PG; 1 hour and 41 minutes
- July 24: "The Bad Guys 2," rated PG; 1 hour and 44 minutes
- July 31: "Lilo & Stitch," rated PG; 1 hour and 48 minutes (2025 version)
- Aug. 7: "Zootopia 2," rated PG; 1 hour and 38 minutes
- Aug. 14: "How to Train Your Dragon," rated PG; 2 hours and five minutes (2025 version)
History
Residents and visitors enjoy this unique entertainment series. Since 1989, the Concert Series has offered engaging musical performances during the summer. We will celebrate 36 years in 2026! The series presents performances by local and Texas bands from a variety of genres. Genres include rock, blues, funk, Latin, jazz, salsa, contemporary, alternative, reggae, and more! Since 2003, the Cinema Series has entertained residents and visitors during the summer. Movies are family-friendly and range from comedy, drama, romance, sci-fi, action, and more.
About Us
The mission of the Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department is to provide high-quality parks, facilities, and programs that empower residents and visitors to Live, Learn, and Play! We envision a thriving Corpus Christi powered by vibrant parks, captivating natural features, and outstanding recreational opportunities.
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Contact Information
Address: 400 Mann Street, Suite 200, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9277, Corpus Christi, TX 78469
Phone: (361) 826-PLAY
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