Film Commission

Picture it. You are on a perfect spot by the beach. There's a picturesque sunset in the background. A sandy shore with waves that stir your every emotion. Is it Cabo? Is it Rio? No, but it could be!

It's South Padre Island, Texas: Texas' premiere tropical filming locale. South Padre Island is no stranger to being the picture perfect backdrop for any production. Music videos, still photography shoots, television commercials, motion pictures, television shows, and independent features have all been filmed on the Island.

With over 300 days of sunny weather a year, it is no wonder that South Padre Island is an insider's secret that is spreading like wildfire. South Padre Island is a 34-mile long barrier reef island located at the southernmost tip of 625 miles of the Texas Gulf Coast. Approximately 1/2 mile wide at its widest point, the Island is surrounded by the warm waters of the Laguna Madre Bay to the west and the ocean surf of the Gulf of Mexico to the east. Five-mile stretch of land comprises the Town of South Padre Island; the additional 29 miles consist of undeveloped, virgin beach. Let your imagination be your guide!

The South Padre Island Film Commission was established to help facilitate filming on location on the beautiful beaches and community of South Padre Island. The attractive locale, known for its breathtaking scenery, is the ideal location for you. We are ready to assist you with all your location needs and can help arrange the following:

• Location scouting
• Permitting
• Local transportation
• Extra(s) casting
• On-site production assistance
• Liaison between producer and state and local agencies

Also, we work hand in hand with the Texas Film Commission to insure you have the smoothest "Texas-style" filming experience possible. Whether it's a still photo project, television commercial, or major motion picture, South Padre Island has the perfect spot for you to shoot! Sandy beaches, warm waters, year-round sunshine, friendly locals, miles of secluded beaches, and a helpful film commission staff are just some of the reasons to consider South Padre Island for your next project.

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For more information on filming on South Padre Island, contact Mary K. Hancock or call 1-800-657-2373.