February 13, 2026 | kristv.com online article

CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — It’s a rare weekend where Friday the 13th, Valentine’s Day, Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras, and a full slate of races and festivals all collide, and the Coastal Bend is making the most of it.

Whether you’re looking for culture, cardio, concerts, crawfish, or cuddly animals, here’s your complete guide to what’s happening across the area.

2026 Cupid’s Chase 5K Corpus Christi

Saturday, February 14 | 9 a.m. start
Water’s Edge Park

Cupid is clocking miles this Valentine’s Day.

Cupid’s Chase 5K returns to Corpus Christi as part of a national race series celebrating Community Options’ founding. The event raises funds to provide housing and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Check-in begins at 8 a.m., and the certified 5K race starts at 9 a.m. The event is fully accessible and pet-friendly, though pets must remain leashed.

Participants receive a finisher medal and drawstring bag while supplies last, and trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finishers.