The heart of the city will be illuminated with seasonal cheer at Bostons Official Holiday Tree Lighting. Holiday lights throughout the Public...
Thursday, Dec 2

These special family concerts include a children's sing-along and photos with Santa. For those seated at the floor tables, there are special...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 19

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. The rink needs maintenance that can only take place during the off-season so a temporary rink needs to be installed before it is ready to open.
CANCELLED - Thursday, Dec 2

This year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will take place on Friday, December 3, Saturday, December 4, and Sunday, December 5 in neighborhoods...
Friday, Dec 3

A legendary Christmas event featuring a joyous company of singers, actors, dancers and musicians delivers its powerful message of joy, hope,...
Fri, Sat, Sun, Dec 3 - Dec 19

From the fashionably chic to the hip and cutting edge, shoppers are sure to find an original gift for everyone on their list at the Annual SoWa...
Fri, Sat, Sun, Dec 3 - Dec 12

30 New England artists will vend their unique offerings amidst Christmas greens and splendor, plus three special music events: all free and open...
Saturday, Dec 4

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston with Winter-Wonder MINILAND, LEGO-tastic big build, and more....
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Jan 2

Boston Pops Conductor Keith Lockhart Leads The Orchestra in its first-ever Holiday Pops sensory-friendly concert. The 60-minute version of the...
Sunday, Dec 5

Enjoy holiday-themed vocal performances by the Madrigal Singers of Boston College and live music by the Music Guild while visitors sip hot chocolate...
Saturday, Dec 4

Celebrate the season in Seaport on December 3rd, from 5:00pm-9:00pm, with holiday tunes, a celeb appearance by Betty the Yeti, and more. Enjoy...
Friday, Dec 3

Ebenezer Scrooge and (assorted ghosts) discover the true spirit of the holiday in this North Shore Music Theater favorite.
Fri, Sat, Sun, Dec 2 - Dec 23

Winter holiday trains are coming to the Wenham Museum Our exclusive, holiday-themed train exhibit includes the beloved annual favorite Snow...
Friday, Nov 26 - Sunday, Dec 5

Enjoy two musical Christmas events at Methuen Memorial Music Hall. Holiday Music will be performed on the Great Organ, including a Christmas...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 5

The Annual Marblehead Christmas Walk is right around the corner A weekend extravaganza of family activities, entertainment, shopping, dining,...
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Dec 3 - Dec 5

Santa arrives at Rockports wharf on a lobster boat ride across Sandy Bay. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will get underway welcoming Santa and the...
Saturday, Dec 4

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage will bring holiday cheer to Boston with a limited engagement at Chevalier Theatre for 2 shows only.
Sunday, Dec 5

Join the New England Saint Bernard Club at Smolak Farms for a sled pull Families can cut their own tree or choose from our extensive selection...
Saturday, Dec 4

Visitors will be delighted and inspired by a winter wonderland of decorated holiday trees that are raffled off. Trees of every kind, You will...
Sat, Sun, Dec 4 - Dec 5

Santas coming to town, but Oh No Santas reindeer have lost their Christmas spirit and cant fly the sleigh. Help them get it back by singing...
Wednesday, Dec 1

Visitors stroll from house to historic house, greeted by costumed role players and performers who recreate the traditions of times past, rediscovering...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 19

Enjoy Boston's historic Enchanted Village, now on view at Jordan's Furniture in Avon. Jordans Furniture purchased the surviving pieces of the...
Thursday, Nov 11 - Saturday, Jan 1

This year Heritage will continue the celebration of lights that has become a treasured holiday tradition with a fully outdoor experience. Enjoy...
Fri, Sat, Sun, Nov 26 - Dec 26

The City of Taunton's Lighting of the Green & Lights On Festival is an annual community celebration featuring live entertainment, kid's activities,...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Jan 2

Visit Patriot Place to enjoy the Giving Tree Light Show and a dazzling pyrotechnic display, musical performances, giveaways. and appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Friday, Dec. 3, 2021

This is one of the most beloved and popular Christmas displays in the state. Over 300,000 lights are spread over 10 acres of winter wonderland....
Thursday, Nov 25 - Sunday, Jan 2

Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the...
Friday, Nov 19 - Friday, Dec 24

The display at the Marshfield Fairgrounds is returning for its third year for those looking for a drive-thru lights display on the South Shore....
Friday, Nov 19 - Monday, Dec 20

Kick start the festivities with a Friday evening concert and fair preview. The musical event consists of holiday songs featuring the instrumental...
Friday, Dec 3 - Saturday, Dec 4

See operating train layouts and shop at the region's largest holiday season train show. At the Best Western Royal Plaza Trade Center in Marlborough,...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 5

Celebrate the season with Lexington Symphony's Holiday POPS This event includes three concerts: Kids POPS at 4:00 p.m. and Evening POPS at...
Fri, Sun, Dec 3 - Dec 5

The regions largest holiday season train show with operating layouts in multiple scales, over 220 dealer tables, new and used model trains and...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 5

Come shop local at the Holiday Marketplace at the W Gallery of Wayland. Delight your family and friends with one-of-a-kind gifts including jewelry,...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 5

Celebrate the holidays with The Umbrella, in the heart of historic Concord For one weekend a year, The Umbrella Arts Center transforms into...
Friday, Dec 3 - Sunday, Dec 5

The Skating Club of Boston, the third oldest skating club in the United States, will celebrate the grand opening of their brand new, best-in-class...
Saturday, Dec 4

For this kids-only event, children will enjoy art-making activities, games, and food at the Danforth Art School and Museum Drop the kids off...
Friday, Dec 3 - Friday, Dec 17

Come meet Santa at Jam Time in Maynard and enjoy a cheerful morning of playtime, meeting Santa, holiday crafts, and festive fun Free with normal...
Sunday, Dec 5

Talented voice actor Dick Terhune performs as Tiny Tim, Ebeneezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and more - all 30+ roles in Charles Dickens's classic...
Saturday, Dec 4 - Sunday, Dec 5

The play finds Alice, on a sleepy afternoon, playing chess when she enters the looking glass into a world of strange back-to-front magic.
Friday, Dec 3 - Sunday, Dec 5

A dazzling drive-thru light and music display Join us on Monday, December 6th for Mayor Fuller's Holiday Lights Spectacular. Arrive between...
Monday, Dec 6

Escape the frenzy of a modern Christmas with an enchanted evening of gingerbread, roasted chestnuts, music, dance, and a sleigh ride (weather...
Friday, Dec 3 - Thursday, Dec 30

Join the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra with Conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert.
Friday, Dec 3

Two of our beautiful garden properties will sparkle with thousands of shimmering, artfully designed holiday lights. Bring the whole family for...
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Nov 26 - Dec 30

Sutton's Annual Grand Celebration of the Christmas Season. Experience small-town New England with Free Trolleys Rides available to all participating...
Saturday, Dec 4

Many cherished holiday traditions are back, including festive shows & performances. Enjoy the glistening lights, holiday concerts, and shows happening throughout the city once again.

When the temps drop in Boston, the holiday lights go up and outdoor ice skating rinks open up for winter recreational fun. Here's a handy list of where to ice skate in Boston on some of our favorite, (and a few new) outdoor ice rinks.

Holiday Lights Displays are back for the whole family to enjoy this year! Here's our growing list of this year's twinkly events.

New England offers lots of options for skiing, both near Boston and withing a few hours drive. Enjoy the outdoors this winter at a ski area near you and try your hand at snowboarding, tubing, ice skating, sledding and other snow sports.