The first weekend of December is bringing all the merry magic to the Coastal Bend. From Corpus Christi to Portland, all the way over to Kingsville, neighborhoods are lighting up with festive fun. Check out our list of events!
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H-E-B Christmas Tree Lighting & Boat Parade<\/p>\n
Water\u2019s Edge Park will sparkle Saturday, December 6 at 5:30 p.m. during the annual H-E-B Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The celebration features activities, live music, vendors, food trucks, and plenty of Santa photo ops before and after the big glow from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
At 7 p.m., the Port of Corpus Christi\u2019s Illuminated Boat Parade sets sail, glowing across the bay until 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Click here for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n Downtown Corpus Christi Holiday Markets<\/p>\n Downtown Corpus Christi is decking the streets with its lineup of holiday markets. The monthly First Friday ArtWalk returns December 5 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., transforming the area into a festive showcase of local art, music, food trucks and seasonal activities.<\/p>\n Shoppers looking for unique holiday gifts can also browse the Peppermint Lane Holiday Market, held every Sunday through December 21 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Located along Chaparral Street between Lomax and Schatzell streets, the market offers handcrafted goods, treats and holiday specials.<\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n Glide Into Cheer at the 8th Annual Coastal Christmas<\/p>\n The holiday season will take off today at the Hilliard Center\u2019s ice rink Friday, where the songs are merry, the vibes are bright, and the air is cooler. Visitors can shop the holiday market, snap selfies with Santa, and even get festive face paint. There are 6 days guests can ice skate, which include December 5 through December 7 and December 21 through December 23.<\/p>\n Click here for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n Check out these must-see events kicking off December in the Coastal Bend<\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n Portland\u2019s \u201cChristmas on the Coast\u201d Brings the Sparkle<\/p>\n Portland is decking the halls in a big way as their own ice rink opens Saturday, December 6 at the Portland Community Center. But first, the tree-lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. will take the spotlight. The free, family-friendly celebration is packed with crafts, games, Santa photos, and maybe even a snowy little snow-prise.<\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n A Coastal Parade on North Padre<\/p>\n North Padre Island is rolling out its Christmas parade on Saturday, December 6 at 6 p.m., starting from Briscoe King Pavilion. Corpus Christi firefighters will lead the procession, with Santa himself following close behind as neighborhoods come alive with lights, cheers, and carols.<\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n Kingsville\u2019s 36-Year Tradition: La Posada de Kingsville<\/p>\n A Kingsville tradition returns to shine bright through the weekend. On Saturday, December 6 the celebration begins with Children\u2019s Day, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Maggie Salinas Pavilion. Click here for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n Give Back at the 20th Annual Toy Bowl<\/p>\n Looking for a way to spread cheer while cheering on local heroes? The Toy Bowl returns to Tuloso-Midway High School Stadium Saturday, December 6 at 9:30 a.m., where first responders team up for a special all-star matchup. Your \u201cticket\u201d is simply a new, unwrapped toy or donation. All gifts support children in need and a local scholarship fund for students.<\/p>\n Click here for the full story.<\/a><\/p>\n ______________________________<\/p>\n Navidad de Los Ni\u00f1os<\/p>\n The Westside Business Association is partnering with local companies to ring in the holiday season with Navidad de Los Ni\u00f1os, a community celebration set for Saturday, December 6, at the Antonio E. Garcia Education Center. The family-friendly event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include food, music and festive activities. Each child will be entered for a chance to win a new bicycle and can take photos with Santa throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Then at 7 p.m., the Parade of Lights brings more than 100 glowing floats to the streets.<\/p>\n