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Free Holiday and Christmas Events in Boston for Kids
Santa's Wonderland
Bass Pro Shops
Foxborough
Daily through December 24, 2024
Enjoy a free photo with Santa at Santa’s Wonderland in Foxborough. Visit the website here.
Winter Lights on Cape Ann
Gloucester, Rockport, and Essex
Through January 1, 2025
Pack up the car and enjoy the annual Winter Lights Celebration on Cape Ann. Local businesses throughout Gloucester, Rockport, and Essex are getting into the festive spirit by decorating their establishments with twinkling lights and/or creative window displays. Visit the website here.
2024 Boston Common Tree Lighting
Boston
December 5, 2024
It's the 83rd Annual Boston Common Tree Lighting! Hosted by Mayor Michelle Wu and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, marking the 52nd year that Nova Scotia has given a tree to the people of Boston as thanks for relief efforts following the explosion of a munitions ship on December 6, 1917. Visit the website here.
Sutton Chain of Lights
Sutton
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Join businesses, churches, and organizations in Sutton for the annual town-wide celebration welcoming the holiday season. Held every year on the first Saturday of December, the event features free trolley rides to all the participating locations, food, children's activities, shopping, and lots of cheer. Visit the website here.
Taunton Lights on Festival
Taunton
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Unwrap the magic of the city at Taunton's Lighting of the Green & 2023 Lights On Festival for this annual, community-loved celebration featuring live entertainment, kids' activities, fireworks, and a magical display of holiday lights on the historic Taunton Green. Visit the website here.
Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour
Boston
Saturday & Sunday, December 7 - 8, 2024
For the 28th year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour continues the festive tradition of lighting up holiday trees while bringing holiday spirit to children in 16 neighborhoods around the city. Visit the website here.
The Enchanted Village
Avon
Through January 1, 2025
The old-fashioned village with 59 mechanical figures and 18 vignettes is at Jordan’s Furniture, where you can also take pictures with Santa, skate on synthetic ice, and see a light show. Visit the website here.
10th Annual Union Square Holiday Stroll
Somerville
Saturday, December 7, 2024
This celebration of Union Square sparkle, discovery, and delight is sure to jumpstart holiday shopping and get the whole family exploring all that the “38th coolest neighborhood in the world” has to offer! Visit the website here.
Sweets and Treats Holiday Fair
Canton
Saturday, December 7, 2024
The fourth annual holiday event happening at Copper Mill Hall at Paul Revere Heritage Site will feature cookie decorating, vendors selling sweets and treats, pictures with “Grandma Sugar”, a gingerbread house contest, and other family activities. Plus, enter the raffle to win a professional gingerbread house! Visit the website here.
Boston College Bands: Free Christmas Concert
Chestnut Hill
Sunday, December 8, 2024
BC Bands Presents: A Christmas Festival Featuring: BC bOp!, University Wind Ensemble, & Symphonic Ban. Visit the website here.
Harvard Square Holiday Craft Fair
Cambridge
Fridays - Sundays December 13 - 22, 2024
One of the oldest and most popular in the Boston area, the Harvard Square Fair includes a changing mix of New England craftspeople and world traveling importers featuring many kinds of gift items. Visit the website here.
Saint Bernards Come to Smolak Farms
North Andover
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Join the New England Saint Bernard Club at Smolak Farms for a sled pull! Families can come out and choose from our extensive selection of pre-cut trees. These lovable and gentle Saint Bernards will pull them back to your car and take pictures with families making this an unforgettable experience. Visit the website here.
Jingle Jam: Free, Festive Christmas Fun
Grace Chapel
Watertown
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Get ready for a day of holiday cheer and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year together. From festive games and activities to live music and delicious treats, there's something for everyone. Visit the website here.
Snowport at Seaport
Boston
Daily through February 28, 2025
Escape to a winter wonderland filled with safe, seasonal activities. Play a game of curling and other complimentary winter games on Seaport Common, book a rooftop igloo, and keep an eye out for Seaport’s friend, Betty the Yeti. The Holiday Market features more than 100 small businesses, including local craftsmen, artisans, and entrepreneurs selling unique gifts and wares. Visit the website here.
Annual Menorah Lighting on the Boston Common
Boston
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Head over to the Boston Common for the 40th annual celebration of Chanuka as the community kindles one of New England’s tallest menorahs! The event includes lighting the 22-foot menorah, greetings from dignitaries, a live music ensemble and more. Visit the website here.
Annual Menorah Lighting in the Seaport District
Boston
Sunday, December 29, 2024
The Seaport District will be aglow with a giant 9' menorah and LED show. Expect live music, Chanukah treats and more! Visit the website here.
Christmas Festival of Lights at La Salette
Attleborough
Daily through January 1, 2025
Celebrate La Salette Shrine Light's 72nd year. The lights have been shining brightly each year at Christmastime since 1953. See over 2,000 manger scenes from around the world illuminated by 400,000 lights and more. Visit the website here.
First Night Boston 2025
Boston
Sunday, December 31, 2024
Since 1975, 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. In keeping with this fantastic Boston tradition, the First Night celebration will open 2025 with an array of performances. Visit the website here.
NYE on the Waterfront: Ice Sculpture Stroll & Celebration
Boston
Sunday, December 31, 2024
Boston Harbor Now is proud to present the 11th annual New Year's Eve on the Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll, the largest *ever* with more than 30 sculptures on display. Visit the website here.
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