Holiday

High Holidays with BJEP at Brandeis University, Waltham, $
Thu, September 21, 2017  -  Sat, September 30, 2017   
The High Holidays are a time to joyfully gather in community, share stories, sing songs and reflect on the year. BJEP (Boston-area Jewish Education Program) High Holiday family services at Brandeis integrate tradition and creativity.

Hayom: Today is a Day for Something New, Framingham, $
Fri, September 22, 2017  -  Fri, September 22, 2017   
Please join the Temple Beth Sholom community for this multi generational, family based progressive alternative outdoor tent service for the 2nd day of Rosh Hashanah!

Witch's Woods Screampark & Haunted Hayride, Westford, $$$
Fri, September 29, 2017  -  Tue, October 31, 2017   
Witch's Woods is America's most elaborate haunted hayride experience. This annual Halloween event features spooky attractions like Castle Morbid, 3D Keeper's Crypt, Nightmare Mansion, & the famous Witch's Woods Haunted Hayride.

Boo at the Zoo, Stoneham
Sat, October 21, 2017  -  Sun, October 22, 2017   
This fun filled event will feature Halloween themed crafts and games, along with a haunted maze. Visitors to the Zoo will also have the chance to learn about enrichment as many of the animals receive pumpkins!

Halloween Celebration on Castle Island, Boston, Free
Sat, October 21, 2017  -  Sun, October 22, 2017   
Children of all ages will love the Magical Halloween Castle and Celebration at Fort Independence. Enjoy storytelling, magicians, refreshments, and more at the star-shaped fort ... supposedly the inspiration for 'The Cask of Amontillado,' Edgar Allan Poe's famous...

Stacey Peasley Halloween Show in Baxter Park, Somerville, Free
Wed, October 25, 2017  -  Wed, October 25, 2017   
Calling all parents! Our Tots @ 10 on The Row series is a free monthly program featuring different activities to get your child moving, thinking and creating.

Halloween at the Museum, Milton, $
Thu, October 26, 2017  -  Thu, October 26, 2017   
Celebrate Halloween with the Trailside Museum at this family-friendly, non-scary event. Drop by the museum from 3:00 to 4:30 and come enjoy games, crafts, and the museum's resident wildlife!

TRICK OR TREAT AT HISTORIC NEWTON’S MUSEUMS, Boston, Free
Tue, October 31, 2017  -  Tue, October 31, 2017   
On Halloween night, please stop by the Jackson Homestead and Museum and the Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds for treats and free museum admission tickets that may be used throughout the fall.

Edaville Christmas Festival of Lights, Carver, $$
Fri, November 17, 2017  -  Fri, December 22, 2017   
New England’s most memorable holiday tradition, Christmas Festival of Lights, is bigger, brighter and better than ever - now with over 18 million lights, unlimited Christmas train rides.

Wreath Making Workshop, Milton, $$
Sat, December 2, 2017  -  Sat, December 2, 2017   
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with the Blue Hills Trailside Museum by creating a beautiful and unique wreath with us to take home.

First Night First Day Boston 2018, Boston, Free
Sun, December 31, 2017  -  Mon, January 1, 2018   
For over 41 years, Boston’s First Night has been a New Year’s Eve celebration of artistic performances, the wonders of the season and the beginning of a new year.