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Rockport Harvest Fest 2024

Event Sponsors

Gold Sponsor
Addison Choate
Inns of Rockport
Date and Time

Saturday Oct 19, 2024
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT

Rain Date Sunday October 20

General Events Schedule

Harvey Park

  • 11 AM - 5 PM: Food vendors throughout park
  • 11 AM - 5 PM: Various vendors throughout park
  • 12 PM - 5 PM: Beer tent
  • 11 AM - 1 PM: Live music by Headlands
  • 3 PM - 5 PM: Live music by DeDe & Arnie
Barletta Park
  • 11 AM - 1 PM: Arts and crafts with Cape Ann Art Haven
  • 1 PM - 5 PM: Mask Decorating and Paper Mache Pumpkin Making with Rockport Art Association & Museum
  • 1:30 PM - 2 PM: Story time and songs with Rockport Library 
  • 2 PM - 5 PM: Face painting by Visual Interest
Dock Square
  • 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM: Sea Shanties by Three Sheets to the Wind
  • 2:45 PM - 3:30 PM: Apple Pie Bake-Off
First Congregational Church
  • 9 AM - 3 PM: Rummage Sale
  • 11 AM - 5 PM: Lawn Games
  • 11 AM - 5 PM: Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team


 

Location

Downtown Rockport, MA 01966

4 High Street Rockport MA 01966

Fees/Admission

Free Community Event

Contact Information

Colleen 978-283-1601
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Event Sponsors

Silver Sponsor
A&A Services Inc
The Cut
Media Sponsor
Streamography

Description

Harvest Fest is BACK! 
FALL INTO FUN: HARVEST, GATHER, CELEBRATE!

The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is excited to bring back this cherished community event!  We invite you to join us by the shore for a unique blend of fall festivities and coastal charm, where the crisp sea breeze meets the warmth of community spirit.  Come enjoy Rockport’s local charm and bountiful harvest while you explore the scenic downtown and immerse yourself in festive seasonal activities.

Whether you're a longtime local or just visiting, this is the perfect way to experience the magic of autumn by the sea. So, grab your sweater and your loved ones, and join us for a day of seaside celebration!


Event Highlights

  • Hometown Entertainment: Enjoy live performances from local musicians and entertainers throughout the day.
  • Local Vendors: Discover unique artisan goods and seasonal treats.
  • Family Fun: Bring the kids and explore seasonal crafts, face painting and a live animal exhibit!
  • Seaside Bites and Brews: Savor seasonal favorites, local cuisine and beer.
  • Bake-Off: Come cheer on local bakers as they compete for the title of Best Apple Pie!
  • Shopping: Enjoy the rich artistic culture and plentiful selections of our local retailers.
  • Window Contest: Take in the creative seasonal displays of the various downtown shops and vote on the Best Autumn Themed Window Decor!


*Featured musical entertainment from Headlands,  DeDe & Arnie and Three Sheets to the Wind
*Local craft beer from Rockport Brewing
*Food provided by Meat & Sweet Foods, Newburyport Crab Cake Co and Crepe du Jour, plus don't forget all the local favorite spots -  whether your looking for a fantastic burger, delicious lobster roll or unforgettable donuts there's something for everyone!
*Various children's activities throughout downtown!
*Rummage Sale and Lawn Games sponsored by the First Congregational Church of Rockport
*Apple Pie Bake Off - Join local blogger Amy Allen, from Palate & Palette, and come cheer on amateur bakers as they compete for the title of best apple pie!  Want to test your baking skills?  Submit your entry here by October 5th https://form.jotform.com/242416329980158
*Browse through the offerings of several local vendors as well as the many amazing shops throughout downtown Rockport

 

List of Vendors

Autumn Window Display Contest Participants
  • A & C Custom Creations
  • A&A Services
  • Boat Day Apparel
  • Cape Ann Sea Salt
  • Driftwood Farm
  • Gloucester Stage
  • Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
  • Heart and Joy Sensory
  • Inns of Rockport
  • Nesting Threads
  • Pigeon Cove Ferments
  • Rockport Candle Co
  • Rockport Exchange
  • Rockport Fireworks
  • Rockport Garden Club
  • Rockport Rotary
  • Thacher & Straitsmouth Islands Assoc
  • The Cut
  • The Willow Witch
  • Three Gingers Jerky
  • Wild Heart Vegan
  • Art Nook Gallery (9 Bearskin Neck)
  • Cedar Chest (23 Bearskin Neck)
  • Coastal Locals (2 Dock Square)
  • Dream House Gallery (4 Bearkskin Neck)
  • Gallery Number One (1 Main St.)
  • Little Sister (2 Doyle Cove Rd.)
  • Rockport Art Association & Museum (12 Main St.) 
  • Rockport Candle Co. (5 Bearskin Neck) 
  • Rusty & Ingrid Screen Prints (15 Dock Square)
  • Shell RKPT (8 Bearskin Neck)
  • Tuck’s Candy & Gifts (15 Main St.)

 

Retail Demonstrations
  • Rockport Candle Company  - DIY Candle Bar!
    • 11 AM - 5 PM, $32pp, ages 12+
    • https://rockportcandle.com/products/diy-candle-experience

Event Sponsors

Supporting Sponsor
Little Sister
Rockport Art Association & Museum
Rockport Music/Shalin Liu Performance Center
In Kind Sponsor
First Congregational Church of Rockport

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