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Holiday & New Years Events Calendar 2025-26


New England’s lively cities, snug towns, and snow-swept mountains are a perfect backdrop for holiday celebrations and traditions at the end of 2025. Come enjoy classic favorites, like stage performances of A Christmas Carol or The Nutcracker, or local traditions such as the festive lighting of the Nubble Lighthouse in Maine. Lodgings offer plenty of ways to combine a holiday getaway with pastimes like skiing, shopping, or theater-hopping.


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Southwick's Zoo Winter Wonderland

Nov 22, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025 2 Southwick Street, Mendon, MA 01756

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Step into a dazzling holiday experience at Southwick’s Zoo’s Winter Wonderland — where over 4 million twinkling lights and handcrafted displays transform the zoo into a breathtaking spectacle of festive cheer! Wander through glowing pathways, larger-than-life light sculptures, and enchanting winter scenes perfect for the whole family.

Enjoy sweet treats from the Kringle Café, holiday shopping at the Purple Peacock Gift Shop, and on-site dining at Galliford’s Restaurant & Tavern.

❄️ Highlights:

Over 4 million brilliant holiday lights and themed displays
Family-friendly photo ops and magical night strolls
Holiday shopping and seasonal snacks
Free parking for all guests

Tickets:
🎟️ Purchase online or at the gate. (Note: Zoo admission tickets and EARTH Member discounts do not apply to this event.)

Good to Know:

Strollers welcome (no rentals available)
Most animals will be indoors; focus is on the lights and displays
No pets allowed (service dogs permitted)
Show your tickets on your phone for entry (printing recommended for faster check-in)

Gardens Aglow at Heritage Museum & Gardens

Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 27, 2025 Heritage Museums & Gardens 67 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA 02563

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Step into the magic of the season at Gardens Aglow, a beloved holiday celebration where thousands of sparkling lights transform the gardens into a glowing winter wonderland.

Wander through beautifully illuminated pathways adorned with festive décor and discover holiday cheer at every turn — from dazzling light tunnels to cozy fire tables and twinkling firefly lights.

🌟 Highlights include:
🚗 Visit with Santa inside a 1913 Ford Model T at the J.K. Lilly III Automobile Gallery and admire Heritage’s stunning antique car collection.
🎠 Capture holiday memories on the 1908 Looff Carousel and explore charming winter scenes from our Currier & Ives collection at the American Art & Carousel Gallery.
🔥 Outdoors, enjoy roasting marshmallows, embarking on a reindeer scavenger hunt, and indulging in seasonal treats from Lilly’s Café and the Cape Cod Donuts truck.
🧱 Let the kids play with giant building blocks, watch the model train display, and experience Heritage Museums & Gardens in a whole new light.

Gather your loved ones for an evening of wonder, warmth, and timeless holiday fun.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Gardens Aglow — where the season shines brightest! 🌲✨

📅 Event Dates:
November 28–30 • December 3–7 • December 9–14 • December 16–23 • December 26–27

Arts & Crafts Shows

Cultural Survival Bazaar

Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025 539 Tremont Street Boston, MA 02116

Celebrate the Winter Solstice by supporting Indigenous artists and cultures at this vibrant holiday market. Meet and learn from makers of culturally significant art from around the world. Enjoy live music, presentations, dance, cultural foods, and hands-on opportunities to purchase or create Indigenous crafts. Embrace the season of giving and reciprocity while welcoming the return of longer, sunlit days.

Charity Events

Holiday Food Drive for the Salem Pantry

Nov 10, 2025 - Dec 7, 2025 161 Essex St Salem, MA 01970

Join the Peabody Essex Museum in supporting the Salem Pantry through its annual holiday food drive. Bring a non-perishable food donation to the Admissions Desk and receive a free cookie voucher for the Atrium Café, courtesy of Gourmet Caterers.

Accepted donations include:
Gift cards to local grocery stores ($5, $10, or $15)

Holiday sides: Stuffing mix, canned gravy, cranberry sauce, pumpkin, pie shells, baking mixes
Pantry staples: Canned goods, spices, cooking oil, flour

All items must be unopened, non-perishable, and within expiration date.

As a thank-you, donors will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a one-year family membership to PEM. Current members who donate will be entered for a mystery prize!

Help us spread warmth and generosity this season—every contribution makes a difference.

Children & Families

Santa's Coming to the WCC! - Whitinsville, MA

Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025 60 Main Street Whitinsville, MA 01588

Celebrate the season at the Whitin Community Center with this FREE family-friendly event! Enjoy holiday games, crafts, cheek art, and a special visit with Santa Claus. Every child will receive a surprise gift, and parents are encouraged to bring cameras to capture the festive memories. Hosted by the WCC’s Blackstone Valley Children’s Place staff, this event promises a heartwarming morning for the whole family.

Christmas

Grinchmas Returns to Springfield Museums

Nov 5, 2025 - Dec 5, 2025 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA 01103

Grinchmas is an annual celebration at the Springfield Museums, where The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden honor Springfield native Theodore Seuss Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, the author who revolutionized learning how to read by making it fun.

Grinchmas is sponsored by The Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation, Auth Fuels, M&T Bank, Wolf and Company, P.C., New England Public Media, and Connecticut Public.

2025 Marblehead Christmas Walk

Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 7, 2025 62 Pleasant St, Marblehead, MA 01945

Celebrate one of New England’s most beloved holiday traditions! The Marblehead Christmas Walk captures the magic and charm of the season as the entire town comes alive with lights, music, and festive cheer.

Hosted by the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce, this 4-day celebration brings together locals and visitors for an unforgettable holiday experience featuring shopping, family fun, and community spirit.

✨ Event Highlights:
Thursday, Dec 4: Holiday Shopping Preview Night – get a head start on your gift list.
Friday, Dec 5: Annual Tree Lighting – festivities begin at 5:30 PM.
Saturday, Dec 6: Santa’s Arrival by Lobster Boat (9 AM) & Christmas Walk Parade (11:45 AM).
Sunday, Dec 7: Holiday events & shopping continue throughout the town.

Enjoy the Artisan’s Marketplace, Gingerbread Festival, live music, and the timeless joy that makes Marblehead’s Christmas Walk one of the finest holiday happenings in New England.

✨ Experience the magic of Marblehead this holiday season!

Music

A Christmas Carol

Dec 4, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 54 Dunham Rd Beverly, MA 01915

New England’s brightest holiday tradition! An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Played by David Coffee, joined once again by Cheryl McMahon as Mrs Dilber for their 31th season) through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boar's Head Carol,” and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,” this award-winning production was created specifically for North Shore Music Theatre and has been seen by more than one million people since its debut in 1989.

The 2025 Boston Pops Holiday Tour

Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 5, 2025 2 Southbridge St. Worcester, MA 01608

Join the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. Capturing the magic of the Christmas season and the winter charms of New England, the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra will perform holiday classics and new arrangements of seasonal favorites. They are joined by the Metropolitan Chorale, known as one of Metro Boston’s premier choral ensembles and Santa Claus himself will make a guest appearance during the concert’s finale.

New Year's Eve

NEW YEAR'S EVE 2025

Dec 31, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 200 Gore Road Webster, MA 01570

Ring in 2026 with Whiskey Boulevard at an unforgettable live music event! Enjoy a high-energy performance blending country, rock, blues, and classic hits, along with original songs featuring powerhouse vocals and dynamic harmonies.

Event Options:
  • Celebration & Dinner: $95 | Doors 6:00 PM | Dinner served 7:00 PM
  • Celebration Only: $30 | Doors 9:00 PM | Champagne toast at midnight
  • 21+ event | Valid ID required | First-come, first-served seating
Dinner Buffet Menu:
  • Garden Salad
  • Grilled Steak Tips with Peppers & Onions, Red Wine Au Jus
  • Baked Cod
  • Sautéed Chicken Fillets with Penne Pasta, Broccoli, Oil & Garlic
  • Penne Primavera (Vegetarian)
  • Roasted Potatoes | Green Beans | Bread & Butter
  • Chef’s Choice Dessert
  • Champagne Toast at Midnight
Celebrate the new year with great food, live music, and festive cheer!

Parades

Attleboro Holiday Happening

Dec 6, 2025 - Dec 6, 2025 104 Mechanic St Attleboro, MA 02703

Kick off the holiday season at the Holiday Happening in Attleboro! The festive parade features community members walking the streets in holiday cheer, culminating with a special appearance by Santa Claus. The parade concludes at Highland Park, where the holiday festivities continue for the whole family to enjoy.