What’s Happening in Rockport – December 2025

December in Rockport is full of holiday cheer, sparkling lights, and community celebrations that make the season shine. From beachside festivities to downtown parades, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month along the coast.

🎄 Christmas on the Beach
Dates: December 6–31
Location: Rockport Beach Park
The coast’s most festive holiday tradition returns! Experience dazzling light displays, themed decorations, and family-friendly fun every evening through the end of the month. Perfect for a holiday stroll or a cozy drive under the lights.

🌴 Tropical Christmas
Dates: December 5–6
Location: Rockport Festival Grounds & Downtown
Celebrate the holidays coastal-style! Tropical Christmas features live entertainment, kids’ activities, local vendors, food trucks, and fireworks over the bay. A Rockport favorite for locals and visitors alike.

🏠 Rockport-Fulton Tour of Homes
Dates: December 6–7
Location: Various Homes in Rockport & Fulton
Get inspired this holiday season with a tour of beautifully decorated homes across Rockport and Fulton. Enjoy a peek inside local architecture and festive designs while supporting community programs.

🕯️ A Victorian Christmas at Fulton Mansion
Date: December 11
Location: Fulton Mansion State Historic Site
Step back in time and experience Christmas as it would have been in the 1880s. The Fulton Mansion transforms into a Victorian holiday wonderland, complete with carolers and classic décor.

🎅 Christmas in the District
Date: December 13
Location: Rockport Cultural Arts District
Celebrate the season with live music, shopping, and holiday activities in downtown Rockport. Local artists and shops stay open late for this festive evening of art and community spirit.

🚤 Christmas Lighted Boat Parade
Date: December 13
Location: Rockport Harbor
A Rockport classic! Watch boats decked out in lights and decorations parade through the harbor in one of the most magical coastal holiday displays of the year.

🍬 Cocktails & Candy Canes: Business After Hours
Date: December 18
Location: Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce
Join local businesses and community members for an evening of networking, holiday treats, and festive drinks. A fun way to wrap up the year with friends and colleagues.

🎭 Tis the Season at Martha Luigi Auditorium
Date: December 14
Location: Martha Luigi Auditorium
Enjoy a family-friendly holiday show filled with music and performances to get you in the Christmas spirit.

🛍️ Rockport Fulton Market Days
Dates: December 19–21
Location: Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor (100 Seabreeze Dr.)
Finish your holiday shopping with local vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment. The perfect way to support small businesses before Christmas.

☕ Dominoes & Coffee at Fulton Mansion
Dates: Sundays in December
Location: Fulton Mansion
Relax and unwind Sunday mornings with a cup of coffee and a friendly game of dominoes at one of Rockport’s most beautiful historic landmarks.

✨ Whether you’re in town for the holidays or lucky enough to call Rockport home, December is filled with festive ways to celebrate the season.

Looking to make the coast your home for the new year? Reach out to Rockport Properties or start your home search online today!