Rockport New Year’s Eve 2023:

A Spectacular Return to Celebrate the Arts

Rockport New Year’s Eve will have an exciting program of activities for kids this year. Children’s activities will begin at 4:00 and culminate with a parade of lighted parasols and an early New Year celebration at 6:00. All activities are free for children age 12 and under, but accompanying adults must have a button. 

Activities include a performance of Animal Kingdom by award-winning hip-hop dance troupe Trend N Motion and return performances by popular family entertainers Jenny the Juggler and Joe Howard. Children can drop in at the Rockport Art Association studio between 4:00 and 5:45 to decorate their parasols for the parade. Click here [https://rnye.org] for a schedule and more information. 

There will also be a free early parasol workshop on December 28 at the First Congregational Church.

Decorate a parasol to bring to Rockport New Year’s Eve Parade

and participate in a puppet pageant

Suggested ages: 4 – 10 years

At the First Congregational Church of Rockport, 12 School St

Thursday, December 28^th, 10am – 12 noon

Event is free, but registration in advance is necessary:

https://www.eventbrite.com/o/rockport-new-years-eve-73287122753

or email: Amy Seabrook at seabrookarts@gmail.com

Rockport’s much-anticipated annual year-end celebration of the arts is back with a bang promising yet again an unforgettable night of entertainment for all ages!

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Rockport, this year’s festivities will unfold at twelve downtown venues, including halls, churches, and restaurants, all conveniently located within easy walking distance of one another.

Guests of all ages can expect a diverse range of entertainment, including live music, dance performances, poetry readings, fun magic shows, captivating juggling acts, and enchanting puppetry. For the little ones at Spiran Hall, Congregational Church Hall and Rockport Art Association & Museum will host a series of kid-friendly activities.  Beginning at 4pm at Rockport Art Association Studio kids will decorate their parasols, then parade down Broadway to Harvey Park at 6pm for an early New Year’s Eve celebration as we countdown of the Confetti Cannon Shots. 

To gain access to all these incredible events, attendees are encouraged to purchase a commemorative button now accessible through our website at www.rockportnye.org.

Best of all, some events are entirely free of charge and children under 12 are always free!

Prepare to be dazzled as some of our favorite performers return this year, alongside exciting new acts making their debut appearance.

Here’s a sneak peek of performances to date: (a work in progress)

Trend In Motion: This high-energy hip-hop dance troupe will present their captivating “Animal Kingdom” show for kids, followed by a performance suitable for all ages.

Rhiannon Hurst and Friends: Immerse yourself in the sultry sounds of jazz standards performed by the enchanting Rhiannon Hurst quartet, including Steve Lacey on guitar.

Kemp Harris Group: Prepare to be serenaded by the soulful tunes of singer-songwriter and activist Kemp Harris and his band as they deliver a blues, jazz, and R&B extravaganza.

NEW THIS YEAR: 

Sol Y Canto:  Enjoy original songs distinguished by poetic, often quirky lyrics set in a framework of varied musical styles with surprising twists. Their arrangements of classic and contemporary Latin tunes are always fresh and unique. The Squeezebox Stompers, A terrific Boston area Americana Roots band performing Americana, Cajun, zydeco, blues, folk, and originals.  Members of the band have received

Boston Music Awards and Songwriting Awards.  They are known for their step-lively up-beat music inspiring audiences to get up and dance.

Rockport New Year’s Eve 2023 is set to be an unforgettable night of celebration, bringing the community together to usher in the New Year with style, grace, and an abundance of artistic flair.  www.rockportnye.org

Beauport Service Shuttle will be available from Dock Square to Whistle Stop Shops!

For media inquiries, please contact: Kathy Carusone at kcarusone@gmail.com

About Rockport New Year’s Eve: Rockport New Year’s Eve is an annual celebration of the arts that has been a cherished tradition in Rockport, [Location], for years. This beloved event showcases a diverse array of performances and activities, uniting the community in a celebration of creativity and talent on the cusp of a new year. For more information, visit rnye.org.