# Event Details - **Event Name**: "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Eight Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista FundraiserAbout this EventJoin Us for "Bugs on the Bay" 2026 – Supporting Our Country's Warriors!We are excited to announce the Bugs on the Bay event, happening on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Bayou Vista! This event will benefit the Warrior Weekend @ Bayou Vista, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that honors our brave veterans. All proceeds will go directly to supporting this incredible program, providing veterans with a weekend of relaxation, camaraderie, and appreciation.About Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista:For over 14 years, Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista has hosted free, memorable weekends for veterans. Each year, 50-60 veterans are invited to enjoy activities like fishing, meals, and time to connect with fellow service members. This weekend gives veterans a chance to recharge and experience local hospitality, all at no cost to them or their families.How It Works:Friday Afternoon: Veterans arrive for a meet-and-greet and luncheon at Bayou Bistro, with local volunteers, including their boat captains.Saturday: Veterans enjoy a full day of fishing, followed by a celebratory lunch, awards ceremony, and gifts.Sunday: Veterans return to pick up their catch and head home, grateful for the experience.Bugs on the Bay Event Highlights:All-you-can-eat Crawfish and trimmings, served from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM or until they are all gone.Live Music, door prizes, raffle items, and a silent auction.A community atmosphere where we honor our veterans and have fun supporting them.How You Can Help:We are seeking sponsors, donations, and volunteers to make this event a success. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to funding the Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Project.Sponsorship Opportunities:Become a STAR Sponsor to support the event and our veterans. Each sponsorship level includes exposure for your business or organization and a meaningful contribution to the weekend experience for veterans.Sponsorship Levels:Platinum Star Sponsor – $3,000 (Supports 6 soldiers for the weekend; includes 2 reserved tables and 12 boil tickets)Gold Star Sponsor – $2,000 (Supports 4 soldiers; includes 1 reserved table and 6 boil tickets)Silver Star Sponsor – $1,500 (Supports 3 soldiers; includes 4 boil tickets)Bronze Star Sponsor – $750 (Supports 2 soldiers; includes 2 boil tickets)For more information about STAR Sponsorships or how to donate, contact Shane Justus at .Save the Date:Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMLocation: Bayou VistaWhether you’re attending to enjoy the food and festivities or supporting the event through sponsorship, we’d love to have your involvement in honoring our veterans.Don’t wait—buy your tickets today and be part of something special! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bayou-vista/bugs-on-the-bay-2026-8th-annual-warrior-weekend-bayou-vista-fundraiser/100001632434097329 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, music, live-music, entertainment, meet-and-greet, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 65.87, max: 65.87, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bayou Vista - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Bayou Vista Community Center - **lat**: 29.3288281 - **long**: -94.93328749999999 - **full address**: Bayou Vista Community Center, 783A Marlin Street, Bayou Vista, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a1074c7099e70f0eab6cda0eeefacf575b2fde946d7802aadd8dfc8c62b56950-rimg-w1200-h900-dc180505-gmir.jpg?v=1768896942 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser being held? - **A:** "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Bayou Vista Community Center, 783A Marlin Street, Bayou Vista, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser? - **A:** Tickets for "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser are priced at USD 66 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 66 + USD 6 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser? - **A:** "Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser is organized by Shane and Cindy Justus. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": ""Bugs on the Bay 2026" 8th Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a1074c7099e70f0eab6cda0eeefacf575b2fde946d7802aadd8dfc8c62b56950-rimg-w1200-h900-dc180505-gmir.jpg?v=1768896942", "startDate": "2026-04-18T12:00:00-05:00", "endDate": "2026-04-18T17:00:00-05:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/bayou-vista/bugs-on-the-bay-2026-8th-annual-warrior-weekend-bayou-vista-fundraiser/100001632434097329", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Bayou Vista Community Center", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "783A Marlin Street", "postalCode": "77563", "addressLocality": "Bayou Vista", "addressRegion": "TX", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "29.3288281", "longitude": "-94.93328749999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Eight Annual Warrior Weekend Bayou Vista Fundraiser", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-20", "availabilityEnds": "2026-04-18T17:00:00-05:00", "validFrom": "2026-01-20", "lowPrice": "65.87", "highPrice": "65.87", "price": "65.87", "url": "https://allevents.in/bayou-vista/bugs-on-the-bay-2026-8th-annual-warrior-weekend-bayou-vista-fundraiser/100001632434097329" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-20", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-20", "url": "https://allevents.in/bayou-vista/bugs-on-the-bay-2026-8th-annual-warrior-weekend-bayou-vista-fundraiser/100001632434097329", "price": "65.87", "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Shane and Cindy Justus", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/shane-and-cindy-justus/19156126" } ] } ] ```