Autumn is one of the most underrated seasons for visiting the Texas coast. Great weather, festive events, and fun things to do in Corpus Christi make this time of year perfect for family getaways, weekends with friends, or even extended stays. Here’s everything you need to know about fall in Texas to help you plan a trip:
Fall Events in Corpus Christi TX
- Texas Food Championship: watch chefs, pitmasters, live-fire cooks, and enjoy endless samples, local vendors, food trucks, craft beverages, and live music.
- Rockin’ K Farms Fall Festival: pumpkin patch, festival food, farm animals, mini golf, corn maze, live music, fireworks, and so much more!
- Sharkathon: catch and release tournament with categories including shark, redfish, and kingfish.
- Texas Jazz Festival: free admission; waterfront location at Heritage Park, three separate stages for live jazz music, plus food and market vendors.
- Surftoberfest: Corpus Christi’s coastal take on Oktoberfest with tastings from local breweries, traditional German cuisine, live music, a stein holding contest, and more.
FAQs About Texas in the Fall
When does fall start in Texas?
Fall in Texas may be short, but it’s definitely worth it once the cooler weather arrives. While the official fall season begins in late September, true autumn weather arrives later in October.
When can you see fall colors in Texas?
Fall foliage in Corpus Christi is minimal due to the subtropical climate; however, you can take a day trip inland to enjoy the vibrant autumn leaf colors, which typically peak towards the end of November.
What’s the weather like in September and October?
Corpus Christi September weather is often referred to as a second summer, with high temperatures and humidity. It’s also often the wettest month of the year, with tropical storms and afternoon showers not uncommon.
Corpus Christi weather in October is marked by a decline in humidity, but daytime highs are still warm enough for swimming. The coastal breezes are ideal for evening beach walks!
More Fall Activities Near Corpus Christi
From spending an afternoon fishing, exploring one of the Corpus Christi walking trails, or sipping a drink at a local restaurant’s outdoor patio to enjoying a delicious meal overlooking the waterfront or sitting on the beach to watch the sunset, there is something for everyone.
Visiting the area around Halloween? Check out Fright Night Haunted House, widely known as one of the top haunted houses in the country, or take a Ghost Tour with Enjoy Corpus Christi Tours!
Where to Stay this Fall
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway with the family or are looking for a place to park your RV for a while, Firefly offers an unbeatable location with waterfront views, a private beach, private fishing pier, and direct gulf access! Plus, you’ll be minutes from downtown Corpus Christi and area beaches. In addition to full hookup RV sites, we also offer tiny home rentals that can sleep up to 6 guests!
Ready to experience fall in Texas here at our Corpus Christi RV resort? Reserve your stay now or learn more about our monthly RV sites and plan your trip!
