Upcoming events
Hotties On The Harbor
HOTTIES ON THE HARBOR
ALL LADIES FISHING TOURNAMENT IN ARANSAS PASS
AUGUST 5TH & 6TH, 2022
EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE | July 11th, 2022 ($100 Per Angler)
LATE REGISTRATION | July 12th-August 5th, 2022 ($125 Per Angler)
Divisions | Guided & Non-Guided
Trophies | 1st & 2nd Place in all Categories (Redfish, Flounder, Trout)
4 ladies Maximum on a Team
Side Pots are Available ($30 Per Category) | Most Spots, Heaviest Redfish, Heaviest Trout, Heaviest Flounder & Stringer
For more information visit www.HottiesOnTheHarbor.com
Shrimporee
FRI. JUNE 10TH, 2022
Gates Open 6 PM - Midnight
SAT. JUNE 11TH, 2022
Gates Open 12PM - Midnight
SUN. JUNE 12TH, 2022
Gates Open 12 PM - 6 PM
Shrimporee Grounds is Located at 200 E. Johnson Ave, Aransas Pass, Texas 78336
For more information, visit this webpage.
Babes On The Bay
Babes on the Bay is the largest all women's one day fishing tournament in the USA! It is hosted by CCA Texas Aransas Bay Chapter and has been in existence since the year 2000. The tournament was created to help educate women about the sport of Saltwater Fishing in a conservation minded approach. It is a fun filled weekend with live music, vendor and food booths, educational outreach by TPWD, and getting outside with your friends! You can register until 7/18 at www.babesonthebay.com. Check-In and Captain's Meeting is Friday evening, Fishing/Weigh In is Saturday. Follow us on Instagram @babesonbay and our Facebook Page. Can't wait to see you there!
Rockport Kite Fest
Let's go fly a kite! From 10 am - 5 pm at the Rockport Festival Grounds join this FREE family fun event with pro kite flyers, arts and crafts, food trucks, vendors, and more! Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets, etc.
Get excited for this City of Rockport Parks Department Event! For more details please visit https://cityofrockport.com/507/Parks-Events or call 361-727-2158
Chili CookOff & Goat Poop Bingo
Join us for a fun Chili Cook-Off and Goat Poop Bingo!!! The event is FREE to attend!
Chili samples from the cook-off will be available for just $1 each. You can also try your luck at Goat Poop Bingo for just $20 per spot.
Proceeds will benefit Leadership Aransas County. This year's class project is to build a new pavilion for the local 4-H clubs.
Can't make the event but want to donate? We have a $10,000 matching challenge!!! Your donation to our project will be matched dollar to dollar up to $10,000.
For more information or registering your Chili Cook-Off Team, contact us at 361-608-9109.
Windfest
Windfest - Portland TX
FRIDAY APRIL 8, 2022
6:00 PM Windfest Gates Open
6:00 PM Carnival Opens
6:30 PM TBA
8:00 PM TBA
9:30 PM TBA
11:00 PM Carnival Closes
11:00 PM Windfest Gates Close
SATURDAY APRIL 9, 2022
8:00 AM Kiwanis Windfest 10K/5K
10:00 AM Windfest Parade
11:00 AM Windfest Gates Open
11:00 AM Carnival Opens
12:00 PM TBA
TBA Horseshoe/Washer Tournament
1:45 PM TBA
3:30 PM TBA
5:00 PM Cook-Off Winners Announced
5:15 PM TBA
7:00 PM TBA
8:45 PM TBA
10:30 PM TBA
12:00 PM Carnival Closes
12:00 PM Windfest Gates Close
SUNDAY APRIL 10, 2022
12:00 PM Windfest Gates Open
12:00 PM Carnival Opens
12:15 AM TBA
1:30 PM TBA
1:30 PM All Dog Costume Parade Contest
2:00 PM Dachshund Dash
2:45 PM TBA
4:30 PM TBA
6:00 PM Carnival Closes
6:00 PM Windfest Gates Close
For more information on Windfest visit the Portland Chamber of Commerce.
Oysterfest
Thursday, March 3, 2022
5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.Grounds Open
5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Arts & Crafts Tent
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Rowdy H
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.Tolman Brothers
8:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Fireworks9:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.Dean Adamson
Friday, March 4, 2022
5:00 p.m.–12:00 p.m.Grounds Open
5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.Arts & Crafts Tent
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.Purple Sage
7:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.Decorated Oyster ContestLive Auction
9:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.Riptide
Saturday, March 5, 2022
10:00 a.m.–MidnightGrounds Open
10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.Arts & Crafts Tent
11:00 a.m.Oysterfest Parade
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.Ernie
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.T. Kaye & Bandana Rose
OUTSIDE STAGE
2:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.Texas Gypsies
3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Men’s Raw Oyster Eating Contest
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Rick Trevino
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.Larry Joe Taylor
8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.Darrin Brown
10:00 p.m.–Midnight Charlee Mykels
Sunday. March 6, 2022
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Grounds Open/Arts & Crafts Tent
10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.Songs of Glory
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Lost But Found
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.Tumble Dry Low
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.Whiskey Bent
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.Fidel & Corky
OUTSIDE STAGE
1:00 p.m.Texas Gypsies
2:00 p.m.Women’s Raw Oyster Eating Contest
For more information visit www.FultonOysterfest.org
Whooping Crane Festival
February 24–27, 2022
Each year since 1996, the Whooping Crane Festival in Port Aransas, Texas has celebrated the annual return of the cranes to their wintering habitat at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. In 2022, the festival is back and ready to celebrate its 25th anniversary!
The four-day event will feature renowned speakers, birding trips, boating trips, nature tours, photography workshops, a trade show, and much more.
MAKE YOUR WAY TO PORT A TO CELEBRATE THE 25TH ANNUAL WHOOPING CRANE FESTIVAL.
Rockport Downtown Farmers Market
FARMERS MARKET
Every 2nd Saturday of the month in Downtown Rockport at 105 S. Austin St.
VENDORS
Srubar Cottage Farm - Produce, Jams, jellies, and pickles (no veggies until next month)
Subtropical Nursery - native plants, fruit trees
Nonna's Bread - Fresh artisanal bread and Seasonal bread & cookies
From The Garden - Veggies, Jams, & Bread
El Huisache Nursery- Air plants, cactus, plumerias
Hannah's Local Honey - Honey
Do you have a small garden with leftover produce? Do you raise eggs or pickle food? We'd love to have you. Our set up fee is $10. If you'd like to participate in the Rockport Downtown Farmers Market, we only accept vendors who follow Texas Cottage Law, we allow one non-profit a month, and we try not to duplicate vendors. Please email rockportdowntownfarmersmarket@gmail.com
More information visit the Downtown Rockport Farmers Market Facebook page.
LaMardiGras
Lamardi Gras is a celebration with a local flare to benefit the Lamar Volunteer Fire Department. This annual event occurs the second Friday of February at Lamar Volunteer Fire Department located at 302 Bois D'arc, Rockport, TX 78382. Lamar is located just nine miles north of Rockport on Highway 35. The celebration starts Friday evening at 5-11pm and Saturday 10am to 11pm. Activities include a parade, live music, cold beer, themed food, auctions, casinos, and more.
All proceeds go toward Lamar fire department facilities, equipment and training. The Lamar Fire Department is 100% volunteer and is one of three departments in the Aransas County fire fighting team.
Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair
Shop over 20 clay artists & bid on the silent auction! Located at the Rockport Fulton High School Commons, 1801 Omohundro, Rockport, TX 78382 from 10 am - 4 pm, $5 entrance donation. This event benefits the Aransas County Council On Aging Meals on Wheels Program.
Schedule of Events
Unless noted, all events are free.
All donations go toward supporting the local Meals on Wheels.
Saturday
Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair
RF High School Commons, 1801 Omohundro
10 am – 4 pm
$5 entrance donation
Shop over 20 clay artists & bid on the silent auction.
Reception
The Lighthouse: Safe Passage in a Turbulent Sea
Rockport Center for the Arts, 401 S. Austin St
5 – 7 pm, Gallery Talk @ 5:30pm
See a new show of artwork by William Tersteeg.
Rockport Art Loop
Visit all the downtown art galleries
5 – 7pm
Sunday
Pottery Demo
Wind Way Gallery, 203 S. Austin St
10:30am – noon
Demo by William Tersteeg
Rockport Center for the Arts, 638 E Market Street
1 – 2:30pm
More information: https://bountifulbowl.org/
Texas Winter Market
Come shop the 11th annual Texas Winter Market coming to the Aransas Pass Civic Center (700 W. Wheeler ~ Aransas Pass, TX), January 8-9, 2022. Vendors will be bringing the best in clothing, jewelry, gifts, Scentsy, Texas handmade, home decor, accessories, gourmet food, photography, Texas wine sampling, candles, gifts for the guys and so much more.
Show hours are Sat. 9-5 and Sun.10-4.
Admission is $4.00 or $3.00 with your non-perishable food donation to the food pantry. Admission is good for both days and kids 12 and under are FREE.
For more info call 888-225-3427.
Drive In Holiday Movie
Shown back-to-back. Pre-registration is required for the movie at https://porta.recdesk.com.
FREE & free popcorn!
SpotS will be assigned. One registration per vehicle.
Singalong Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer with lyrics and
A Christmas Story: The wintry exploits of youngster Ralphie Parker who spends most of his time dodging a bully and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift, a "Red Ryder air rifle." Frequently at odds with his cranky dad, but comforted by his doting mother, Ralphie struggles to make it to Christmas Day with his glasses and his hopes intact.
Santa In The Park
Family fun at the Fred Rhodes Memorial Pavilion includes hot chocolate, snacks, stories, hayrides & games. Bring your camera or phone and take Santa photos with your kids and grandkids.
Symphony By The Sea
Featuring the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra and the Rockport Fulton High School Choir. Directed by Maestro Hector Guzman. Box office opens at 12pm, tickets available online, click the link to purchase tickets!
Caroling at the Mansion
Join us this holiday season for Caroling at the Mansion! Have your picture taken with Mr. and Mrs. Claus in the Mansion’s parlor from 4 – 6 PM.
Caroling led by Rockport Fulton Middle School choir students will begin at 6:30 PM.
Following carols, the first floor of the Mansion will be open for viewing.
Light refreshments available. Bring your lawn chair and holiday spirits! This event is FREE and FAMILY FRIENDLY!
Makers Market
Downtown Rockport Maker’s Market is a local outdoor market featuring handmade items from local artists and fun and unique home décor.
If you are interested in selling your homemade items at this event please contact, Michell Mock-Mcmahon by emailing her at rockportdailygrind@yahoo.com. The fee is $30 and items must be homemade or created (no MLM products or reselling of items).
Current Vendors Include:
– Pottery
– Local photography on canvas
– Handmade jewelry
– and more!
Christmas In The District
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9 am – 1 pm Farmers’ Market
9 am – 3 pm Makers’ Market
10 am – 4 pm Texas Maritime Museum hosting childrens crafts for the holidays.
10 am – 4 pm Rockport Center for the Arts will have artists on the lawn at Baker Square.
10 am – 7 pm Santa and Mrs. Claus are on the porch at Coast & Cottage.
10 am – 7 pm Good Samaritan Food Drive – Merchants in The
District are collecting food and personal hygiene items for our local Good Samaritans.
10 am – 7 pm Angel trees are set-up throughout The District. These trees provide presents to our local kids in foster care.
12 pm- 2 pm Artist, Sue Bonner, Demonstration of Painting on
Skim Board at Texas By Design.
1 pm – 3 pm Gloria Jean, Country-Western performs some of her favorite songs in front of Texas By Design.
3 pm – 5 pm Rock and shell painting for kids of all ages at The Dish House presented by the Aransas County Women’s Lions Club.
3 pm – 7 pm Gift wrapping fundraiser for the Rockport-Fulton High School choir.
3 pm – 7 pm Face Painting for kids of all ages in front of New Beginnings.
3 pm – 7 pm Come write your letter to Santa at Songbird Chic.
3:30 pm Rockport-Fulton High School Emeralds dance team performing on the patio at Elisa Baker Studio.
4 pm – 7 pm Come and get your Reindeer Dust ready for Santa’s big night in the courtyard at Rockport Daily Grind.
4 pm – 8 pm Carolers in the District walking throughout The District.
4 pm Kinetic Dance Team performing on the patio at Elisa Baker Studio.
4 pm – 7 pm Candy Cane Elves roaming The District handing out their favorite treat.
4 pm – 7 pm Rockport Cultural Arts District will be hosting Ragtime music at The Depot along with their vintage Christmas tree display.
4 pm – 8 pm Christmas with Elvis at Rowdy Maui.
4:30 pm Kinetic Dance Team performing on the patio at Elisa Baker Studio.
4:30 pm – 6 pm Ukulele Players performing in front of Texas By Design.
5:30 pm Polar Express movie will be showing in the Rockport Daily Grind courtyard. The Boys & Girls Club of Aransas will be selling hot chocolate.
5pm Rockport-Fulton High School Emeralds dance team performing on the patio at Elisa Baker Studio.
5 pm – 7 pm Opening Reception for Rockport Center of the Arts for Currents.
Rockport Downtown Farmers Market (Copy)
FARMERS MARKET
Every 2nd Saturday of the month in Downtown Rockport at 105 S. Austin St.
VENDORS
3rd Coast Beef - Locally raised homegrown beef
Srubar Cottage Farm - Produce, Jams, jellies, and pickles (no veggies until next month)
Subtropical Nursery - native plants, fruit trees
Nonna's Bread - Fresh artisanal bread and Seasonal bread & cookies
From The Garden - Veggies, Jams, & Bread
El Huisache Nursery- Air plants, cactus, plumerias
TBD
Hannah's Local Honey - Honey
Do you have a small garden with leftover produce? Do you raise eggs or pickle food? We'd love to have you. Our set up fee is $10. If you'd like to participate in the Rockport Downtown Farmers Market, we only accept vendors who follow Texas Cottage Law, we allow one non-profit a month, and we try not to duplicate vendors. Please email rockportdowntownfarmersmarket@gmail.com
More information visit the Downtown Rockport Farmers Market Facebook page.
Holiday Drive-In Movie
Shown back-to-back. Preregistration required for the movie at https://porta.recdesk.com.
FREE & free popcorn!
Spot will be assigned. One registration per vehicle.
Singalong Santa with lyrics
AND
Home Alone: Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister has become the man of the house, overnight! Accidentally left behind when his family rushes off on a Christmas vacation, Kevin gets busy decorating the house for the holidays. But he's not decking the halls with tinsel and holly. Two bumbling burglars are trying to break in, and Kevin's rigging a bewildering battery of booby traps to welcome them!
Parade of Lights
Parade of Lights 2021 will be on Monday, December 6, 2021. The theme this is is A Hero Christmas. Sign up online to enter your float in this years parade www.portlandtx.gov
The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will happen after the parade.
Christmas on the Beach
The Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Aransas County Navigation District and A.R.C.H. Jeepers along with local non-profit organizations and businesses to bring a “lighted” holiday experience to the circle area of the Rockport Beach Dec. 5 - Dec. 31 for residents and visitors to enjoy.
At this time of year when we traditionally celebrate the holiday season, there is still much uncertainty. By staying safe and healthy in your car, this drive-thru light display is sure to bring joy and happiness.
For more information visit the Rockport Fulton Chamber of Commerce website.
Lamar Gumbo Palooza
Lamar Gumbo Palooza is a 501C3 non profit organization whose primary purpose is to raise money towards helping students pay for post secondary education.
Gregory Lighted Parade
City of Gregory
14th Annual Illuminated Christmas Parade
Sign up to be in the parade here.
Tropical Christmas
Tropical Christmas is a free, day-long extravaganza kicking off the holiday season with fun, festivities, fireworks and more in the Rockport Cultural Arts District.
The event beings at 10:00am on Saturday, December 4 at the Rockport Festival Grounds, adjacent to the Rockport Harbor, and offers children’s programs, live entertainment, specialty vendors, food trucks and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The festival winds down at 5 in preparation of the lighting of the Christmas tree and an illuminated night parade. And, for the grand finale, a spectacular, fireworks display over the harbor.
The event is free and open to the public. Adjacent businesses in the downtown area will offer special promotions throughout the day. At 4 pm, the Rockport Beach Park will begin to offer free access for the viewing of the parade and fireworks.
For additional information, call the City of Rockport’s Park and Leisure Services Department at (361) 727-2158, email belkins@cityofrockport.com or visit the city’s web site at www.cityofrockport.com.
It’s A Wonderful Life
George Bailey, a man who has given up his personal dreams, in order to help others in his community, attempts suicide on Christmas Eve. This event brings about the intervention of his guardian angel, Clarence Odbody. Clarence shows George how he has touched the lives of others and how different life would be for his wife Mary and his community of Bedford Falls if he had not been born.
This classic Christmas tale has been reimagined as a live radio show by the Narada Radio Company, with incredible voice acting and sound effects to create a truly immersive experience. Come join us for an uplifting and inspirational time that's perfect for the whole family.
Light Up Live Oak
Join the Ingleside Chamber of Commerce and The City of Ingleside in a joint venture!
December 3 & 4, 2021
2000 Port Ave Ingleside, TX
Friday, December 3rd - Drive Through Light Display
Saturday, December 4th - A day filled with festivities for the whole family.
The Ingleside Chamber of Commerce and the City of Ingleside are coming together to offer the community of Ingleside and surrounding areas a chance to enjoy a day in Ingleside filled with family activities. We will start Friday evening, December 3rd with a drive through Live Oak Park filled with Christmas lights, Christmas decor and fill the air with excitement for the festivities set for Saturday, December 4th.
Saturday will begin with Breakfast with the Grinch, fun activities at the park including a kid’s area called Santa's workshop. Craft vendors, food trucks, pictures with some of your favorite Christmas characters, elves, and Santa himself. We will have a donation area designated for Blue Santa as well.
Illuminated Saltwater Christmas Parade
Parade Entry Lineup
Begins at 5:30 PM at the Corner of S. Arch & N. Deberry
Parade Route
The Illuminated Saltwater Christmas Parade starts at the intersection of Deberry Ave and Commercial St, proceeds Northbound on Commercial St, and ends left onto Wheeler Ave.
The Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce invites businesses and organizations to participate in the fun at the Annual Illuminated Saltwater Christmas Parade. Bicycles and walking groups are encouraged to participate. All entries must be lit in some form or fashion. Parade entries will be judged and trophies will be awarded to the participant group with the Most Lights, Best Holiday Theme, and Most Creative.
Everyone is asked to be prepared and on time. The tossing of candy and favors will be permitted; however, our concern is with trash and debris being left in the streets, as well as the possibility of injuries. Please keep these concerns in mind and pass them on to friends and relatives who may be attending the parade.
Rockport Downtown Farmers Market
FARMERS MARKET
Every 2nd Saturday of the month in Downtown Rockport at 105 S. Austin St.
VENDORS
3rd Coast Beef - Locally raised homegrown beef
Srubar Cottage Farm - Produce, Jams, jellies, and pickles (no veggies until next month)
Subtropical Nursery - native plants, fruit trees
Nonna's Bread - Fresh artisanal bread and Seasonal bread & cookies
From The Garden - Veggies, Jams, & Bread
El Huisache Nursery- Air plants, cactus, plumerias
TBD
Hannah's Local Honey - Honey
Do you have a small garden with leftover produce? Do you raise eggs or pickle food? We'd love to have you. Our set up fee is $10. If you'd like to participate in the Rockport Downtown Farmers Market, we only accept vendors who follow Texas Cottage Law, we allow one non-profit a month, and we try not to duplicate vendors. Please email rockportdowntownfarmersmarket@gmail.com
More information visit the Downtown Rockport Farmers Market Facebook page.