When it comes to holiday magic, the Mississippi Gulf Coast truly shines in December! From dazzling light displays to iconic boat parades and unique nighttime aquarium events, there are so many things to do in Gulfport, MS during the holiday season. If you’re RV camping or planning an extended stay or overnight stop, our Gulfport RV park is the ideal place to settle in. Bayberry RV Park is just off I-10, with full hookup sites, modern amenities, and direct access to everything there is to do in Gulfport.

Here are the 2025 holiday events in Gulfport you don’t want to miss!

1. Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival

   Experience over 1.5 million lights across 40 acres with Santa’s Village, carnival rides, train rides, and the famous “Dancing Trees.”  It’s one of the best family-friendly holiday events for Gulfport camping and RV travelers.

   Date: November 28 – December 31, nightly from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
   Location: Jones Park, Gulfport (Highway 49 & Highway 90) 

2. A Magical Mississippi Christmas at Mississippi Aquarium

   Enjoy the aquarium at night with special exhibits, light displays, penguin projections, and holiday fun for kids and adults alike!

   Dates: November 28 – December 23, most evenings 4:30 – 8:30 PM
   Location: Mississippi Aquarium, 2100 E Beach Blvd., Gulfport

3. Christmas on the Bayou

   This is a unique Gulfport holiday celebration featuring a boat parade of entirely decorated, lighted boats!

   Date: December 13, 2025
   Location: Public seating is arranged at Gulfport Lake and at the Cowan Lorraine Bridge, but you can view the parade anywhere along the route.

4. TrainTastic Holiday Lights

   A holiday lights event for train lovers with over 2 million lights, an outdoor train ride, hot chocolate, cookies, and holiday crafts. This Gulfport holiday event is ideal for families, especially those who embrace the RV lifestyle and roadschooling.

   Dates: Select nights Thursdays–Saturdays, December 5–28
   Location: Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum, 615 Pass Rd., Gulfport

Why stay at Bayberry RV Park this holiday season?

When you book your stay at Bayberry RV Park for the holidays, you’re choosing comfort, convenience, and accessibility. Here’s what you’ll get:

• Full Hookup RV Sites – Water, electric (30/50 amp), and sewer.
• Big Rig Friendly – Extra-long back-in and pull-through sites for easy setup.
• Modern Amenities – Clean, contemporary bathhouses, laundry facility, and free Wi-Fi.
• Family Friendly & Pet Friendly – Playground for kids and a dog walk area for pets.
• Extended Stay / Monthly Rates Available – Perfect for snowbirds, travel professionals, contractors or those wanting long-term RV camping along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 
• Prime Location – Just off I-10 and only minutes from Gulfport beaches, Gulfport casinos, and all the holiday events listed above! 
• Trusted Brand – Part of the Streamside Parks network

Turn your holiday travels into lasting memories this December! Bayberry RV Park puts you minutes from Gulfport’s best holiday events and offers a quiet, family-friendly place to relax with all the comforts of home.