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Events in La Porte
From monthly farmers markets and a colorful Mardi Gras celebration to a geocaching festival and a Christmas parade, La Porte’s event calendar is full of things you won’t want to miss. Located just east of Houston and minutes away from Baytown, Pasadena, and Seabrook, La Porte sits right in the middle of it all.
Discover some of the top annual events in La Porte and start planning your next getaway to this quaint coastal town today.
January - December
Main Street Trade Days
Browse antiques, collectibles, handcrafted goods, vintage treasures, and unique finds at Main Street Trade Days, a monthly market held in downtown La Porte. Local vendors line the 200 block of Main Street, creating a fun shopping experience while visitors explore the city's historic downtown, boutiques, and restaurants.
200 Block of Main Street
La Porte, TX 77571
February
Mardi Gras on Main
Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Mardi Gras on Main, La Porte's annual celebration inspired by the traditions of New Orleans. Held along historic Main Street, the festival features live music, street entertainment, festive décor, local vendors, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and plenty of Mardi Gras spirit.
Main Street
La Porte, TX 77571
March
Airing of the Quilts
Experience the artistry of quilting at Airing of the Quilts, an annual event that transforms downtown La Porte into an open-air gallery of colorful handmade quilts. Visitors can admire quilt displays and competition entries while exploring local shops, enjoying family-friendly activities, and dining at La Porte's locally owned restaurants.
Downtown La Porte
La Porte, TX 77571
April
San Jacinto Festival
Commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto at the San Jacinto Festival, an annual celebration honoring the decisive victory that secured Texas' independence. Held at the San Jacinto Battleground, the festival features one of the state's largest battle reenactments, along with live music, historical and cultural demonstrations, family-friendly activities, food vendors, and educational exhibits.
San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site
3523 Independence Pkwy.
La Porte, TX 77571
Sylvan Beach Festival
Celebrate the arrival of spring at the Sylvan Beach Festival, La Porte's signature waterfront celebration held at scenic Sylvan Beach Park. This annual festival features a festive parade, live entertainment, carnival rides, arts and crafts vendors, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and plenty of fun along Galveston Bay.
Sylvan Beach Park
636 N. Bayshore Dr.
La Porte, TX 77571
June
Sylvan Beach Triathlon
Put your endurance to the test at the Sylvan Beach Triathlon, an annual race featuring swimming, cycling, and running through the scenic coastal community of La Porte. Athletes compete on a course that begins at Sylvan Beach Park and showcases the area's waterfront and surrounding neighborhoods. A duathlon option is also available for participants who prefer to skip the swim.
Sylvan Beach Park
636 N. Bayshore Dr.
La Porte, TX 77571
November
La Porte By the Bay Half Marathon
Challenge yourself at the La Porte By the Bay Half Marathon, an annual race that takes runners through the city's scenic streets and across the iconic Fred Hartman Bridge. Participants are rewarded with sweeping views of the Houston Ship Channel before finishing in downtown La Porte, where post-race festivities celebrate the accomplishment.
Sylvan Beach Park
636 N. Bayshore Dr.
La Porte, TX 77571
December
Christmas by the Bay
Celebrate the holidays at Christmas by the Bay, La Porte's annual community Christmas celebration held along historic Main Street. The festive event features a tree lighting ceremony, the Lighted Christmas Parade, live entertainment, holiday vendors, family-friendly activities, opportunities to visit with Santa Claus, and seasonal fun for visitors of all ages.
Main Street
La Porte, TX 77571
