Local Markets and More...
Rockport Downtown Farmers Market, December 10, 9am -5pm, A great place to buy locally grown produce as well as jams, jellies, & pickled produce. There will often be fresh-baked bread, local honey, eggs, and locally raised beef. Located in the parking lot at 105 S. Austin St., Rockport, Texas every 2nd Saturday of the month. The contact email for anyone interested in being a vendor is r[email protected]
Rockport Downtown Makers Market, December 10, 9 am - 5 pm, A local outdoor market featuring locally made items such as art, pottery, photography, handcrafted items, and more! Located in the Daily Grind Courtyard at 302 S. Austin St., Rockport, Texas. If you are interested in selling at this event please contact, Michell Mock-McMahon by emailing her at [email protected]. FMI:https://fb.me/e/1HfICaMp5
Rockport-Fulton Market Days, December 16th-18th, 20th, 9 am - 4 pm, COME JOIN THE FUN at Rockport-Fulton Market Days, the best market in SOUTH TEXAS! We offer over 150 amazing Vendors, awesome food trucks & alcohol, a 1600 square foot tent with LIVE MUSIC, seating, pet friendly environment & free face painting for the kids! Located on the Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor, 100 Seabreeze, Rockport, Texas! Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 9 am - 4 pm, no fee - open to the public! Every third weekend of the month! FMI, go to ACMTexas.com & follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/rockportmarket | 361-463-0125.
Find Yourself on the Rockport-Fulton Foodie Trail
Click on the link, view the videos and make your way to experience unique coastal cuisine in the Rockport-Fulton area.
In the Spirit of Giving
Children's Coalition of Aransas County
December 2, 6pm-11pm, Blazing Trails for Kids. Children's of Aransas County annual fundraising event featuring live entertainment by Billy Mata and the Texas Tradition, western swing dancing, a delicious BBQ meal, live auction, a chance auction and lots of fun at the Fulton Convention Center. Tickets are available online at tinyurl.com/btfk22 or at the Children Coalition office, 401B W Market Street. FMI about donation, sponsorships or tickets purchases, please call 361-255-3000 or email [email protected]
December 14-17 and 19-21, Annual Santa's Workshop, Families will sign up for a time to select and wrap gifts for their children while children will have an opportunity to make gifts for their families! 401B W Market Street, corner of W Market and S Kossuth. Scheduled appointment Christmas shopping by our year clients.
Angel Tree Gift Ornaments
The Rockport Cultural Arts District is sponsoring Aransas County Foster children again this Christmas with angel Tree ornaments. There are 47 children who need clothing and also have a wish list of presents they hope for. Individuals can help by picking up Angle Tree ornaments from District merchants, completing the child sponsorship form, purchasing requested gifts, and dropping ogg at one of three locations by December 13th. FMI contact Jennifer Day at (214)395-7156 or Michelle Simmons at (361)774-2172. Please reach out with any questions.
Local Events and Attractions
Aransas County Airport Fly-In (KRKP)
December 10th & 11th - Coastal Bend Holiday Fly-In 2022, Warbirds in South Texas. Join the fun at the Aransas county Airport! Live music / Saturday Night Concert / Gumbo Cook-off / Car Show / Food Trucks / Vendors / Sunday Morning Service. FMI call (361)790-0141
Lamar Gumbo Palooza
December 4, at 11am, $15 entry for drinks, $20 entry for food, Cook-offs, live and silent auctions, a cornhole tournament, raffles, a golf cart poker run, and lots of fun! Come join us and support a great cause. Entry forms for the games and cook-off can be picked up at Pops Tavern and Café or of our website. https://lamargumbopalooza.org/
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Brown Bags are held monthly, the 3rd Tuesday of each month(except December)
AgriLife Extension Office, 892 Airport Road, Rockport, TX. Master Gardeners is a non-profit program of TX A&M Agrilife Extension Service. FMI https://txmg.org/aransas/ or call (361) 790-0103
The History Center for Aransas County
December 3, 1pm-4pm, Visit the History during Tropical Christmas on Saturday, History Center will remind you of days-gone-by with ornaments and trees to entertain you. Many ornaments come from the collection of Mrs., Wilson who was owner of the Bailey house on S Church St. A tree decorated with coastal shells will inspire you to walk our local beaches. Bask in the twinkling lights that bring memories of magical times.
December 11, 2pm - Talk and Book signing by author, Jim Moloney about "The Tarpon Club of Texas" Jim Moloney, co-author of "The Tarpon Club of Texas and the Genius of E>H>R> Green" will relate the story of the facility on St. Joseph Island (1898-1904) Wealthy sportsmen from around the country enjoyed trophy fishing and hunting in Aransas Bay before there were limits on game.
Hours of operation for the History Center: Monday and Friday 10 am - 2 pm; Saturday and Sunday 1 pm 801 E. Cedar St. Rockport, TX. | A Pathways Venue | For membership, volunteer information, and other activities: call 361-727-9214 or visit www.theachistorycenter.com
Rockport-Fulton Tour of Homes
December 3 - 4, 12pm - 3pm, Rockport-Fulton Tour of Historic Home. There are three venues will be decorated for the holiday. Each year homes are featured on the tour to provide new experiences for the guest. Docents in vintage dress appropriate to the house will greet visitors and provide a commentary historical tour about the home and their owners. FMI visit rockport-fulton-historichometour.org
Rockport Center for the Arts
Rockport Center for the Arts announced official opening plans for its new 14,000-square-foot visual arts and education building in the heart of downtown Rockport. With its December 11, opening, RCA begins its new operating hours for galleries and gift shop: Tuesday - Saturday from 10am - 5pm, Sunday from 12pm - 4pm. Admission is free.
December 1, 5pm-6pm, Silver Meltdown, Our six designers have been hard at work creating signature looks in fresh new styles for this season. This year's fashion and shopping extravaganza will feature new works by Teenya Barnard, Lori Fisher, Danys Heck, Diane Johnson, Kim Knifechief and Jennifer Racette.
New for 2022, we are offering a limited number of "First Look Hour" opportunity for 30 lucky ladies, for $500, a group of up to 5 women will have early access to shop, 5pm -6pm. General admission -6pm.
Rockport Conference Center (ROCC) 106 South Austin Street. (361)729-2780, https://www.rockportartcenter.com/silver-meltdown
Contact : Brooke Bruni at 361-450-8022 for more information
Rockport Country Club
Rockport Country Club is poised to offer its members a lifestyle not found anywhere in the Coastal Bend area. Member's offers include golf, dining, fitness, pool, and tennis. Private events are available for non-members. For membership questions please call Chris DeLoach (361) 450-4393 or visit our website at www.rockportcc.com
Fulton Mansion State History
December 10, 4pm - 7pm, Caroling at the Mansion, photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus .(featured above)
Hours of operation for Fulton Mansion: Tuesday through Saturday 10 am - 4 pm; Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm. Adult admission $7.00, Seniors $6.00, Military Veterans $6.00, children $4.00, children under 5 are free. The Fulton Mansion is located at 317 S. Fulton Beach Rd. Rockport, TX. Call ahead for the most up-to-date information: 361-729-0386 or visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/visitfultonmansion
Texas Maritime Museum & Education Center
Texas Maritime Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday 10am - 4pm,
TMM Administration Office (white bldg.., blue roof) - 361-729-1271
The Texas Maritime Museum is located at (1202 Navigation Circle, Rockport, TX 78382. For membership, volunteer information, and other activities: call 361-729-1271 or visit texasmaritimemuseum.org
Bay Education Center
December 17th, 10am - 4pm - Christmas Program 2022, Come make wildlife related ornament while listening to Christmas music. FMI call (361) 774-1785
The Estuary Exhibit Hall is now open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm with “Science on a Sphere” presentations every day at 2 pm. 361-774-1785, 121 Seabreeze Drive, Rockport, TX 78382
https://www.facebook.com/BayEducationCenter/
Rockport Little Theatre
December 2-18, 2022. "All is Calm" The western front, Christmas 1914. Out of the violence comes a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into no Man's Land singing "Stille Nacht" thus beginning an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music and peace. Reserved tickets $20.00, available online or at the box office. Theater opens 1 hour before curtain. *War - related content may not be suitable for you children, (361)450-1465
December - Acoustic Open Mic Night Thursdays at 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, Plug and Play, no Amp needed.
For tickets, show dates, or more information please call 361-230-2660. Located at 99 N. Austin St. Rockport, TX 78382. To purchase tickets or buy a brick as a fundraiser for the performing arts of Rockport Little Theatre: https://www.rockportlittletheatre.com
Rialto Theater
December 4, 6pm - 8pm, Malpass Brothers live at the Rialto Theater. Tickets available at rialtotheater.org
Rockport Cultural Arts District
December 10, 4pm - 8pm, Christmas in the District, (featured above)
Veteran's Memorial Park will showcase new holiday lighting that will enhance the District's holiday spirit and invite patrons to enjoy the many holiday festivities planned during the month of December.
RCAD's four murals are an Instagrammer’s dream, celebrating the community’s wildlife and heritage as an Art Colony since 1948. Come enjoy the newly renovated Rockport Railroad Depot museum, open every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm. One of 51 Cultural Districts in Texas, the Rockport District is an arts and humanities organization that sponsors historic restoration, museum creation, public artwork, including sculptures and murals, musical and transportation history events, and literary publications about Regional Texas History, including book-signings, artists presentations, and Symposium. Discover more about the galleries, shops, restaurants, food trucks, and cultural institutions in the District at https://rockportculturalartsdistrict.com/
Passport to the Past
Rockport Cultural Arts District has a new program called Passport to Aransas County's Rich and Vibrant History. Your adventure begins with 4 exciting venues to explore.
Visit The Fulton Mansion, Texas Maritime Museum, Rockport Railroad Depot, and the History Center for Aransas County. At each venue scan the QR Code and fill out your passport digitally and complete the challenge. Each of the participating venues offers a unique learning and exploring experience. After completing the challenge digitally at all 4 venue you earn a prize! It is fun and educational way to check out our community. https://passport2thepast.com/aransas-county-passport/
Aransas Pathway
Discover your Pathway! Hiking-Biking-Kayaking-History and Birding. Attractions and Nature trails throughout Aransas County. Are you looking to get out in nature while lending a helping hand? Aransas Pathways has volunteer opportunities! If you want to give back to a good cause, call 361-790-9496 to sign up! FMI on Aransas Pathways, visit www.aransaspathways.com
Fulton Schoolhouse Museum
Open every Saturday from 1 pm - 4 pm, with free tours! Come see what a one-room schoolhouse looked like! See a perfect replica of the Fulton Mansion and view interesting items that have been donated by Fulton residents. Located at 305 7th Street, Fulton, TX 78358
Rockport Beach
Texas' first Blue Wave Beach! Located at 210 Seabreeze Drive, Rockport, TX 78382. Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 6 am - 11 pm and Friday-Saturday, 6 am - 11 pm. Beach passes for Rockport Beach are $10/Daily and $40/Yearly. No charge for walk-ins.
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
Open daily from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. The Visitor Center is open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come hike a trail, fish off the pier or from your kayak, or drive the 16-mile auto tour. FMI, call 361-349-1181 or visit www.facebook.com/AransasNWR or www.fws.gov/refuge/aransas/.(Voted the #1 birding spot and # 5 National Wildlife Refuge in the USA for USA TODAY Readers' Choice)
Goose Island State Park
All programs are free with park entrance ($5/person, children 12 & under are free) or with a Texas State Park Annual Pass. Events are posted to the park website: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/goose-island/park_events and to our Facebook page.
Open 7 days a week from 8 AM-10 PM. Park Headquarters is staffed 7 days a week from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Tent and RV camping available; reservations recommended. There is a 1,620 ft. fishing pier, Bayfront campsites, boat ramp, birding areas, hiking trail, and picnic area. While at Goose Island, be sure to visit one of the most famous live oaks in the world, the "Big Tree," estimated to be centuries old In 1969 it was named the State Champion Coast Live Oak. For private events at Goose Island contact [email protected]. For more information, visit https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/goose-island, https://www.facebook.com/GooseIslandSP/, or call 361-729-2858.
The Woman's Club of Aransas County
Open Monday and Friday 12:30 pm - 4 pm. No food or drinks. Play canasta, mah-jongg, and party bridge.
Game Night - Frist -3rd-4th and 5th Wednesday at 6pm - 9pm. |1104 E. Concho, Rockport. (Across from the Chamber of Commerce near the Rockport Harbor) Members $4 | Non-members $5. FMI: 361-557-1150 or visit https://www.wcofaransas.org
Pickleball
Rockport-Fulton High School tennis courts open to the public. No charge. Each court can have 4 players. *courts are available . First come - first serve basis. Just bring your own equipment. For more information contact Molly Jackson McConville 361- 463 -6328 or email: [email protected]
Rockport - Fulton Community Pool
Pool Hours: New Winter Hours - Sunday & Monday Closed, Tuesday & Thursday 8am - 7pm, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 8am - 5:30pm.
Classes include Water Aerobics, Water Walking, and Lap Swim. Located at 2001 Stadium Dr. The park houses an 8 lane, 25-yard pool (heated to 86 degrees) and diving area, a bathhouse, towel warmer, and swimsuit dryer. The park also has a playground, picnic area, and a ¼ mile nature trail. FMI: [email protected] | 361-727-9989 | www.cityofrockport.com
Rockport Yacht Club
December 10, starting after dark, Lighted Boat Parade,(featured above)
Memorial Park
Check out the Disc golf course intertwining among the oak trees. Memorial Park is located at 1601 FM 2165 (Pearl St.) in Rockport. The park includes a 6000 sq. ft. modular skate park. Consisting of more than 100 acres, the Park includes 1.65 miles of Hike and Bike trails and a 3/4-mile nature trail with interpretive signs, and rest benches. Soccer fields, basketball courts, baseball/softball fields, off-leash dog parks, playscapes and fitness stations, birding sites, and picnic facilities serve a wide variety of interests throughout the year. FMI: [email protected] or www.cityofrockport.com 361-727-2158.
Lighted Night Kayaking
Trips leave at 8 pm and 10 pm. More info can be obtained by contacting the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce at 361-729-6445.
Birding and Dolphin Tours/Boat & Kayak Excursions
Group boat tours are available. Information on Dolphin and birding adventures can be obtained by contacting the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce at 361-729-6445.
Aransas Pass Aquatic Center
In neighboring Aransas Pass: 3 pools, 3 slides. Free Parking. Happy Hour every day (except closed day - Tuesday) is only $2 - 4:30 to close. Monday family night 7 pm - 9 pm - $3. FMI: 361-758-7770400 E Johnson Ave, Aransas Pass TX.
