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Rockport Tropical Christmas Festival

Visitors can browse specialty vendors, grab a bite from food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment and children’s programs adjacent to the harbor. Families can meet with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and The Grinch. The festivities also include an illuminated night parade, an LED night kite display, and a fireworks show over the water.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

rockporttx.gov

When

Tickets

Free festival; free access at Rockport Beach Park to view the parade and fireworks.

Hours

Festival: 10:00am-6:00pm; parade, kite display and fireworks: 7:00pm; free viewing access at Rockport Beach Park begins at 4pm.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Food trucks offer food during the daytime festival.

Going?

Location

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Rockport Festival Grounds · 1500 E Laurel St, Rockport, TX 78382 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive, coastal, lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Plan for the daytime festival at Rockport Festival Grounds, where programs, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, and character visits run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • For parade and fireworks viewing from Rockport Beach Park, arrive after free access begins at 4 p.m. on December 5.
  • Keep the 7 p.m. evening program in mind: the parade, LED kite display, and harbor fireworks follow the daytime festival.
  • Bring a layer for the outdoor evening parade and fireworks, since the listed nighttime activities take place outside.
  • If meeting the characters is important, fit your visit in before the festival winds down at 6 p.m.

Links & Contact

Run by City of Rockport Parks & Recreation Department

Website / Tickets Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids?

Children's programs run during the daytime festival. Families can also visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus and The Grinch.

Is there food?

Yes. Food trucks are set up on the festival grounds by Rockport Harbor.

What else is there to do during the day?

Browse the specialty vendors and catch the live entertainment on the festival grounds.

What happens in the evening?

The Illuminated Night Parade lights up Rockport Beach Park Road. The Surfside Flyers Kite Club puts on an LED Night Kite Display. The night ends with fireworks over the harbor.

Where can we watch the parade and fireworks?

Rockport Beach Park opens for free in the afternoon so people can watch the parade and fireworks.

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