Bucket of Events
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Every arena has its stories
Ours will be written in the events that bring people together.
From the community that chooses the Bolivar Arena Association to benefit from their event to events we've had and will hold in the future. Each gathering keeps the spirit of the peninsula alive.
In this bucket, you’ll find it all — from fundraisers to rodeos. The traditions we’re proud to be a part of, create and carry forward. The new experiences waiting to be discovered, and the events that help support our mission along the way.
Whether you’re cheering in the stands, lending a hand, or stepping into the arena yourself, your part of the story. This is where it all begins, with a vision to create tradition.
Help us build through events
Like an empty bottle, the arena is waiting to be filled. Every drop of milk is just like the funding. The milk is needed for a calf to grow, while funding is needed for the arena to be built. As funding grows and rises, the stands will fill, giving life to the space. As the bottle fills, the arena grows, transforming into a vibrant hub that draws spectators, groups, and visitors alike. With each contribution, the excitement swells, and the arena comes alive—ready to host the unforgettable Buckin’ Events we proudly bring to the Bolivar Peninsula.
***Announcement***
WE ARE Bringing the Buck back to Bolivar!
Date: Saturday April 4th, 2026
🐂 Bulls on Bolivar Coming Easter Weekend!
Excitement is in the air! Plans have begun!
Are you going to be ready?
We are happy to announce that we are working towards having our inaugural event and of course what should it be? Well of course “BULLS ON BOLIVAR” and we contacted the Port Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department to make sure we could use the name as it was their event initially.
We encourage you to mark your calendars and plan to be here April 4th to attend this fun event.
This event will celebrate our community, start a new tradition, and help us raise a permanent arena to hold more exciting events in the future.
We’re currently looking for individuals, sponsors, and local businesses interested in helping us bring this event to life. Your support will help make “Bulls on Bolivar” a tradition to remember!
📅 Save the Date: April 4, 2026
📍 Location: Bolivar Peninsula Arena
Stay tuned for more details, and get ready — because we are Bringing the Buck is Back to Bolivar!
upcoming & PAST events
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$1,000 Academy Gift Card
For a $ 20 donation, get a chance to win a $1,000 Gift card from Academy Sports & Outdoors.
Winner does not need to be present to win
Winner must comly with all federal, state and local laws regarding firearm purchases. Gift Card may be used for any eligible merchandise at Academy Sports & Outdoors
Draw will be held on April 4, 2026 during the Bulls on Bolivar event
Tickets can be purchased online, in person or by phone
Drinking with chickens
Get Ready For The Newest Mardi Gras Event to come to the Bolivar Peninsula as the Motley Krewe of Crystal Beach with the Bolivar Arena Association present the Courir de Mardi Gras Chicken Run & Gumbo Cookoff January 16th-17th.
It will be a weekend filled with a unique spin on the Rural Cajun Mardi Gras Tradition-Courir de Mardi Gras.
Friday, Kicking off the event with a “Drinking with Chickens” social, sponsored by the Ships Wheel, featuring Hill Country Band-The Heartbreak Outlaws, performing an entertaining tribute to Classic Country Legends.
Saturday, at the Swedes Park Pavilion Grounds in Crystal Beach, will be a day of:
*Chicken Runs for all ages to join & catch chicken, Sponsored by Turner Industries.
*Music on the Chicken Run stage featuring David Varnado & Kevin Wright
*Grand Finale of local business sponsors & Mascots participating in the Motley & Gumbeaux’s Mascot Challenge.
*Gumbo Cook Off and Public Gumbo Tasting sponsored by Cowboy’s Services Inc & SR Tilley Builders.
*Zydeco Music on the Main Stage by Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express sponsored by J&J Exterminating.
*A Children’s Area sponsored by RE/MAX on the Water Bolivar & The Cravy Reality Group of Texas.
Join in the Fun-Registration is Now Open for all events and sign up forms can be found in the comments below.
Courir de Mardi Gras
Motley is EXCITED to announce this Mardi Gras season, The Motley Krewe of Crystal Beach, will be partnering with the Bolivar Arena Association to bring a unique spin on a traditional “Courir de Mardi Gras” to the Bolivar Peninsula. This spin on the Cajun Tradition of a Chicken Run will feature a family fun day of chasing chickens, cooking gumbo, dancing to Cajun music and a whole lot more to raise money for the new Bolivar Arena! Save the Date-January 17th, 2026 and stay tuned for more info on registration and sponsorships coming this September! It’s going to be a Clucking Good Time!
Bulls on Bolivar
🐂 Bulls on Bolivar – Coming Easter Weekend!
Bringing the Buck back to Bolivar!
Date: Saturday April 4th, 2026
Excitement is in the air! Plans have begun!
Are you going to be ready?
We are happy to announce that we are working towards having our inaugural event and of course what should it be? Well of course “BULLS ON BOLIVAR” and we contacted the Port Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department to make sure we could use the name as it was their event initially.
We encourage you to mark your calendars and plan to be here April 5th to attend this fun event.
This event will celebrate our community, start a new tradition, and help us raise a permanent arena to hold more exciting events in the future.
We’re currently looking for individuals, sponsors, and local businesses interested in helping us bring this event to life. Your support will help make “Bulls on Bolivar” a tradition to remember!
📅 Save the Date: April 4, 2026
📍 Location: Bolivar Peninsula Arena
Stay tuned for more details, and get ready — because we are Bringing the Buck is Back to Bolivar!
6th Annual Robert P. Van Zandt Sr. Memorial Cookoff
6th Annual Robert P. Van Zandt Sr. Memorial Cookoff
Date: Saturday, October 25
Location: Port Bolivar Volunteer Fire Department (PBVFD) Station
Benefiting: Bolivar Arena Association
Cookoff Categories:
Gumbo - Open Seafood - Bloody Mary - Dessert - Beans
Sign up on this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_q4ssiF4iCtUDik1s0MUBUKxyS7wjnDHJKA8mrf-ccETzDg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMr8jlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGcURZeGF2bHlWcnM3VlFGAR57JO24qhlhOBtS2SePatwKIwTXY-1fU8Sm5lm925Yh5EyIelZfvhRPO-WlZQ_aem_o9kWOW5KeJI09ucHnfxXEA
Food: Pulled pork sandwich, chips & drink served starting at 11:30 AM (until sold out) for a $15 donation.
Costume Contest: 3:00 PM
Prizes for 1st Place in 0–6 yrs & 7–12 yrs categories
Join us for a day filled with food, fun, and community spirit — all while supporting the Bolivar Arena Association!
Bolivar Rig Run
We were honored to be the recipient of the funds raised during this event.
Beautiful day to go sailing and they had a great turnout. Thank you to all who continue to make this an annual event for the peninsula.
Groundbreaking, Crawfish boil & Auction
We pulled it off, the groundbreaking for the Bolivar Arena Association was a hit. Weather held out and we appreciate all who came out and the volunteers who showed up and helped us pull it off.
I would like to personally say thanks to the volunteers who helped out. I know i will miss someone so i apologize but an happy to edit and add.
Bill and Sue Bingham. Bill worked hard helping getting those bleachers together and both if them came an worked hard at the event.
Caitlyn CToney & Jordan McMillan, who brought a chicken for chicken poop bingo and helped put everything together, including Jordan and George doing so much work with the bleachers.
Jose's Cantina feeding everyone with amazing crawfish and serving up drinks.
Tommy and Malcolm Comeaux for help during the day, bring ice and keeping the kids happy.
Tracie Welch, Samantha Toney and the young girls from Crenshaw.
Tom and Dennis for being their early with me and helping get things moved.
Our BOD, Brian Camp, Roz Faulhaber, Stacy Williams, Bradley and Christina O'Dell, Jeff Thompson, Jennifer Tate Thompson and myself, Leanne Comeaux would like to thanks all of you because it that's the community to do this.
Thank you for your support!!!
Nauti's Chili Cook-off
Chili & Beans Cookoff at Nauti's Beaver Hut!
Hey, Chili lovers! Join us for an amazing day at the Chili & Beans Cookoff hosted at Nauti Beaver Hut! It’s going to be a fun time with delicious food, friendly competition, and great vibes!
Important Notice :
We want to remind everyone that no outside alcohol will be allowed at this event due to our TABC license. But don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! There will be dedicated servers outside to take your drink orders throughout the event.
