Just 20 minutes away from the gulf coast and
only 1 hour from Houston, you’re guaranteed
to never be bored because of the many activities
in and around Bay City. This city offers outdoor
enthusiasts a paradise filled with hunting, fishing,
bird watching and swimming available yearround. The historical downtown, with its’ early
Texas historic facades and courthouse square
is filled with plenty of shops and restaurants
featuring just about everything.
merchants have planned as a surprise! It could
be just about anything! Downtown merchants
and restaurants are open late for your enjoyment
and there are food trucks and live entertainment
from 5-7 pm, except in the summer when they
stay open until 8 pm. The theme for May is 60’s
and Woodstock type clothing so come dressed in
your favorite hippie attire! Music, shopping, food
and fun is what Bay City does best, so plan on
being there and take the dancing to the streets!
When you step out to dine be sure to bring
your appetite because, in true Texas style, most
restaurants serve generous portions. Whether
it’s seafood, BBQ, steak or Mexican cuisine you’re
craving you are sure to find it in town. Sample
some uniquely southern dishes such as grits, okra
or buttermilk pie or step out for fried catfish or
gumbo. With around forty eateries in Bay City
and more opening up all the time you’ll discover
something you love, guaranteed.
Market Days on the Square will be happening
every 3rd Saturday throughout the summer.
Vendors bring their arts, crafts and other
distinctive products to sell, and anything else
you could think of. You’re bound to find that
just-gotta-have item you can’t live without.
Market Day on the Square is from 9am-4pm so
get there early!
If you enjoy getting out and about Bay City has
plenty of opportunities around the square. Every
second Thursday of the month, Rock the Block,
gives everyone an opportunity to explore what the
Also, be sure and stop by the Matagorda County
Nature Birding Center in Bay City. This 34-acre
park on the Colorado River is half botanical
garden and half wilderness preserve. It has great
hiking trails and will lead you through beautiful
oak forests, wetlands and prairies. The friendly
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