Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner, and there's something worth showing up for every single day. The weather is warm, the bay is wide open, and the city has a relaxed energy that makes for a perfect long weekend. Whether you're pulling in Friday night or just here for the day — here's what's waiting for you.
🏊 Aquatic Center Opens
🎹 Sing-Along Piano Show
🦞 Crawfish Festival
🎣 Indian Point Pier
The Portland Aquatic Center at 2002 Billy G Webb Dr. is a great way to start the long weekend — built for the whole family, all ages. Two pools, waterslides, palm tree shaders, and zero-depth entry for little ones make it easy to stay and play all afternoon. Outside food is welcome, so bring a picnic.
In honor of Memorial Day weekend, veterans and active military swim for free on Monday, May 26 from noon to 4 p.m. Just bring your military ID! Thank you for your service.
Summer hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 12–6 p.m. through August 9.
If you're here to fish, Indian Point Pier is one of the best spots in Portland to start the day. Get there early and you'll have the bay nearly to yourself.
Bring your gear, or just walk out to the end and let the bay do the rest. The new pavilion is a perfect spot for a quiet cup of coffee before the day gets started.
Don't forget your fishing license!
If you've been looking for a reason to get on the water, the Chris Andrews Boat Launch gives you free, easy bay access. You can also bring your own kayak or rent one locally on-site!
The bay is calm in the mornings, and paddling the shoreline on a clear May day is the kind of experience that ends with someone saying, "we should do this every year."
Portland has family-friendly parks and green spaces built for holiday weekends. Several parks offer covered shelters and picnic areas perfect for a cookout or family gathering. And if you'd rather let someone else do the cooking, Portland has plenty of eateries — from popular fast food to sit-down spots.
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With 12 hotels conveniently located throughout the city, Portland makes the perfect home base for your Memorial Day weekend in the Coastal Bend. Whether you're staying for the full weekend or just a night or two, you'll find comfortable options at every price point — all within easy reach of the pier, the parks, and everything else on your list.
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Here's what's happening on the entertainment side at Fifth & Elm this Memorial Day weekend:
Russell Boyd brings his Sing-Along Piano Show to Fifth & Elm (link) — no script, just requests, crowd energy, and every song you forgot you loved. Free admission, VIP tables at FifthandElm.com.
Texas Bloodline takes the stage with Texas country anthems and boot-scootin' energy. Free admission, VIP tables at FifthandElm.com.
Crawfish & Country Festival all day at Fifth & Elm — music from 3 p.m., Fire Away headlining at 9 p.m. Free admission, VIP tables at FifthandElm.com.
On Monday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m., the City of Portland invites the community to come together for the annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Portland Community Center (2000 Billy G Webb Dr.).
The evening is a chance to slow down and reflect — honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to this country, and remembering the local heroes who never came home. The ceremony includes a tribute to fallen heroes from our community and a special performance by the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi Texas.
From bayfront mornings to live music nights, Memorial Day weekend in Portland is made for slowing down and staying awhile.
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