Wrapping up the 2025 Harbor Lights Winter Festival

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harbor Lights Winter Festival wrapped up another bright season along the Coast, drawing big crowds and delivering an economic boost to South Mississippi.

Over several weeks, the festival transformed the waterfront into a holiday destination at Jones Park. The event attracted families, tourists, and local residents.

Organizers say attendance remained strong with local businesses reporting an increase in sales as visitors swarmed the Coast.

City leaders note that events like Harbor Lights continue to play a key role in supporting the winter economy.

With another successful year in the books, the festival is expected to carry momentum into future seasons.