
Music • Mercado • Fiesta
Three Days. One Massive Fiesta.
Texas’ Ultimate Beachside Tejano Fiesta
Admission: $20 to $150
Available online; G.A. & VIP options
Kids 16 & Under Free
Date & Time
September 4 – 6
Friday & Saturday 11am to 11pm
Sunday 11am to 6pm
Activities
Chihuahua Racing
Chancla Throwing Contest
Lucha Libre Wrestling
& So Much More
What’s There?
100+ Vendors
6+ Food Trucks
Live Music All Day Long
Friday September 4th 2026

De Parranda/ Bobby Pulido

David Marez

La Fiebre

Los Enmasarados

Gabreilla Martinez

The Meza Band
Saturday September 5th 2026

The Emilio Tribute Diego and Emilio III Navaira

Ram Herrera Out Law Band

Los Garcia Brothers

Ricky Naranjo Y los Gamblers

Los Enmascarados

Gabreilla Martinez

The Meza Band
Sunday September 6th 2026

Los Enmascarados

Gabreilla Martinez

The Meza Band
Daily Activities!
Get ready for a full weekend of culture, music, laughs, and nonstop fiesta fun at Fiesta en la Playa! From high-energy Lucha Libre matches and live mariachi performances to crowd-favorite contests like our wild chancla throwing competition and tamale eating showdown, there’s something happening around every corner. Cheer on the crowd during our hilarious chihuahua races, grab amazing food from local vendors, shop the mercado, and soak in the sounds of Tejano and Norteño music all weekend long. Whether you come for the music, the food, the competitions, or just the atmosphere, Fiesta en la Playa is bringing the beachside party Labor Day weekend like nothing else on the Texas coast.


Rockport Market Days – Fri. – Sun.
While the music takes over the coast, Rockport Market Days will be bringing the shopping experience everyone knows and loves right alongside the fiesta! Explore rows of amazing vendors featuring handcrafted goods, boutique clothing, home décor, art, jewelry, specialty foods, unique finds, and so much more. With food vendors, live entertainment, and nonstop energy all weekend long, this is more than just a market… it’s a full coastal festival experience. Shop, drink, eat, dance, and repeat while you discover why Rockport Market Days has become a must-visit destination on the Texas coast!
Lotería Bingo Challenge – Fri. – Sun.
Shop your way to a BIG fiesta prize with our Lotería Bingo Challenge! Spend $10 or more at participating vendor booths to collect stamps and fill your card throughout the day. Once your card is complete, turn it in for a chance to win an exciting grand prize before the night ends! It’s the perfect way to explore Rockport Market Days, support local vendors, and turn your shopping into part of the fiesta fun.


Fiesta Smash Hour – Fri. – Sun.
Don’t miss Fiesta Smash Hour, one of the wildest and most fun traditions at Fiesta en la Playa! Every few hours, kids and adults will get their shot at smashing colorful piñatas packed with surprises. The kids’ smash is loaded with candy and treats, while the adults’ round brings the fiesta energy with tiny plastic bottles of liquor and party prizes flying everywhere. Grab your crew, line up, and get ready for laughs, chaos, and a whole lot of fun under the coastal lights! 🎉🥳
Chihuahua Races – Fri. – Sun.
Tiny dogs. Big personalities. Total chaos. Our Chihuahua Races are one of the funniest and most crowd-loved events of the weekend as these speedy little pups race for glory down the track! Cheer on your favorite four-legged competitor and see which chihuahua has what it takes to become the fastest dog in the fiesta.
Important: All race participants must be pre-registered before the event. Day-of signups will not be allowed, so make sure to register your chihuahua early to secure their spot at the starting line! ⚠️


Tamale Eating Contest – Fri. & Sat.
Get ready to loosen that belt buckle and bring your appetite! Our Tamale Eating Contest is a fast-paced showdown to see who can devour the most tamales before time runs out. Expect big laughs, fierce competition, and serious fiesta energy as contestants battle for prizes, glory, and the title of ultimate tamale champion. Come hungry… leave legendary.
Chancla Throwing Contest – Fri. & Sat.
Think you’ve got accuracy, power, and true abuela energy? Step up and compete in our hilarious Chancla Throwing Contest! Contestants will battle it out to see who can throw a chancla the farthest and most accurately for prizes, bragging rights, and nonstop laughs. It’s fun, family-friendly chaos with a little Tejano flair mixed in. Just remember… dodge fast if grandma enters the competition.


Lucha Libre – Sunday
Experience the high-flying excitement and larger-than-life action of authentic Lucha Libre Wrestling! Watch masked warriors battle it out in the ring with electrifying moves, dramatic rivalries, and nonstop entertainment for all ages. From acrobatic flips to crowd-hyping showdowns, this is pure fiesta adrenaline you won’t want to miss. Get loud, pick your favorite wrestler, and prepare for an unforgettable spectacle!

