2010 Rockpot-Fulton Christmas by the Bay

2010 Christmas by the Bay in Rockport-Fulton

Whooping Cranes, Lighted Boat Parade, Illuminated Land Parade, Fireworks, Large Kite Fun Fly, Art Galleries, Antiques, Holiday shopping, Fish Fry and more!

Rockport, Texas (October 12, 2010) – Nothing is more spectacular than a Christmas By The Bay celebrated in Rockport-Fulton, Texas with a myriad of activities throughout November and December.  Holiday lights reflect off the water providing a twinkling welcome to Christmas visitors. 

Some of the delights and family fun include: half-day boat excursions to view the world’s only migrating flock of Whooping Cranes; Tropical Christmas Celebration followed by the Illuminated Land Parade; and the Rockport Yacht Club’s Lighted Boat Parade.

A must-see is the lighting of the Children’s Tree at the circle of Rockport Beach Park. “The tree has been an ‘icon’ for the last 25 years at Christmas. More than 800 lights spirally align reaching its pinnacle at the gold star,” says Diane Probst, president and CEO of the Rockport Fulton Chamber of Commerce.  “It’s truly a brilliant sight along the bay that is followed by a lighted boat parade, illuminated land parade and fireworks, all free!” 

Decorated yachts and boats light up the harbor in a dazzling array of holiday radiance beginning at 6 p.m., on Saturday, December 4, just after the lighting of the Children’s Tree.  The procession of Christmas clad sea vessels enters Little Bay near the Saltwater Pavilion and continues to the Key Allegro Marina.  Then, music fills the air and costumed carolers invite parade goers along Seabreeze Drive in the Rockport Beach Park to sing along.  

Later that evening, the Illuminated Land Parade begins at 8 p.m. and travels along the bay from Rockport Beach Park to the Downtown Heritage District, culminating in a fireworks display over the bay at approximately 9 p.m.; an incredible sight of colors that that seem to swim on the water.

 The Christmas Historical Homes Tour, December 10 and 11, is an opportunity to learn about the area’s heritage and explore the amazing architecture, ending with Caroling at the Fulton Mansion at 6:30 p.m.

A complete activity brochure filled with Holiday delights and family fun can be found on the Rockport Fulton Chamber of Commerce website.  November and December are great months to head down to the coast. To make plans for a unique holiday season in Rockport-Fulton call (800) 242.0071 or visit www.rockport-fulton.org.  

Christmas  by the Bay Calendar of Events

November- March

Welcome back Whooping Cranes

Nov 4-6

Rotary Rockport Film Festival

December 4

Currents & Miniatures Rockport Center for the Arts

December 4

Tropical Birding Seminar Bay Education Center

December 4

Large Kite Fun Fly at Festival Grounds

December 4

Children’s “Run for ‘Yar Treasure” Beach Treasure Hunt

December 4

Arts & Crafts Sale Woman’s Club of Aransas County

December 4

Rockport “Tropical” Christmas Festival Lighting of the month long Children’s Tree

December 4

Rockport “Tropical” Christmas Festival Downtown with Live Entertainment -- "Tropical" Illuminated Night Land Parade and Fireworks.

December 4

Evening Lighted Boat Parade in Little Bay to Key Allegro Marina.

December 5-13

Whooper Days Discounted Whooping Crane Boat Trips

December 4 & 18

Rockport - Fulton Farmers’ Market Fulton Harbor

December 7

Winter Texan Fish Fry at Paws & Taws Convention Center

December 9

Caroling at the Fulton Pier

December 11

Caroling at the Fulton Mansion

December 10-11

“Hats Off to History” Christmas Historic Homes Tour

December 12

Holiday Symphony by the Sea at the Martha Luigi Auditorium

December 13-16

Christmas in Fulton at Fulton Harbor

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