Christmas on Main
Experience the Ultimate Hometown Holiday Celebration in La Porte, Texas!
Thursday, December 3, 2026 from 5-9 PM!
Join us as we transform Downtown La Porte into a spectacular winter wonderland for our annual Christmas on Main.
Stroll right down the middle of Main Street as flurries of magical "snow" fall around you, and let the joyful sounds of caroling and live performances from our local students fill the crisp evening air.
The street comes alive with a massive open-air market for all your holiday shopping, making this beloved hometown tradition the perfect way to kick off the season with family and friends.
100 South Broadway, La Porte, TX
event highlights
Christmas on Main is for the kids, and it’s all free! Activities include:
Ice Slides
Professional Photos with Santa
Trackless Train Rides
Face Painting
Free Kid’s Zone
Come ready to shop! Main Street will be lined with over 100 vendors!
Homemade Sweets and Treats
Candles, Bath Bombs, and Soaps
Crocheted and Knitted Items
Boutique Style Clothing and Jewelry
Christmas Items
LPISD Organization Fundraisers
& More!!
Food and LPISD Vendor Applications are open!
Please note: We are full for market vendors.
Vendors
Official Tree Lighting
Feel the excitement build at 6:30 PM as Mayor Rick Helton and Santa Claus illuminate the city's spectacular Christmas tree! It is the unforgettable moment that officially starts La Porte's holiday season.
Elementary Performances on Main
5:30 PM La Porte Elementary
5:50 PM Bayshore Elementary
6:10 PM Heritage Elementary
6:30 PM Jennie Reid Elementary
6:50 PM Lomax Elementary
7:10 PM College Park Elementary
7:30 PM Leo A. Rizzuto Elementary
LPISD Musical Performances
Junior High and High School Performances on Broadway
6:00 PM LXJH/LPJH Bands
6:30 PM Baker/LPHS Bands
7:00 PM LPISD Choirs
7:30 PM LPHS Chatos
8:00 PM American Sign Language
Free parking is available throughout downtown La Porte. Look for these designated off-street lots:
Five Points Plaza Lot (Located directly behind the pavilion off Main St. and Virginia St.)
La Porte Community Church (Two lots available at A St. and Broadway)
Fire Station Lot (Public lot located at 2nd St. and A St.)
3rd Street Lot (Located on 3rd St. between Main St. and A St.)
Tip: Parking close to the event fills up fast! Many attendees find parking along side streets, so please be prepared for a bit of a distance to cover to make it to the event. Arrive early or carpool to secure the most convenient spots.