Bristol Christmas 2025

What to Expect This Christmas in Bristol!

Discover the top holiday highlights in Bristol! Our guide features all the must-see events and activities for a festive season to remember. Whether you're a Bristol native or a seasonal explorer, this guide unlocks the best of the holidays. One of the seasonal favorites is the Holiday Lights at Lake Compounce, where enchanting displays illuminate the park, creating a magical atmosphere for all. Features like festive rides and visits with Santa add to the charm of the experience. And don’t forget the Santa Express, a holiday train ride that brings families through a winter wonderland filled with sights and sounds. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

Find the best Christmas events in Bristol this year!

Bristol Christmas Events

Bristol Christmas Light Displays (1)

Lake Compounce Holiday Lights in Bristol

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📍 Bristol, CT, US

(2.6 mi from Bristol)

Lake Compounce Holiday Lights

New England's tallest Christmas Tree and over 500,000 lights

When

Friday, November 28, 2025

Event Details

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💰 Budget: $$

🎄 Family Friendly: 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

⚡ Energy: Moderate

Event Description

Experience New England's cherished family holiday tradition at Lake Compounce's Holiday Lights. Wander through a breathtaking spectacle of over 500,000 twinkling lights, marvel at Connecticut's tallest Christmas Tree, and soak in the festive atmosphere. Meet Santa Claus and enjoy delicious seasonal treats, making it an unforgettable winter outing for all ages.

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⭐ Best For: Families and couples

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Bristol Other Christmas Activities (2)

Santa Express Train Ride in Thomaston

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📍 Thomaston, CT, US

(6.1 mi from Bristol)

Santa Express Train Ride

Visit with Santa Claus on a festive train ride.

Event Details

📷 Photo Friendly: 📷📷📷📷📷

💰 Budget: $$

🎄 Family Friendly: 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

⚡ Energy: Low

Event Description

Embark on a magical Santa Express train ride, where Santa and Mrs. Claus visit each child, delivering special gifts. Enjoy a festive journey through winter scenery, complete with carols led by elves. This enchanting experience is perfect for families seeking holiday cheer.

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⭐ Best For: Families with young children

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Northern Lights Limited Christmas Train in Thomaston

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📍 Thomaston, CT, US

(6.1 mi from Bristol)

Northern Lights Limited Christmas Train

Christmas train ride on the Northern Lights Limited

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🎄 Family Friendly: 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

⚡ Energy: Low

Event Description

All aboard for a magical journey on the Northern Lights Limited! This festive train ride offers a unique way to experience the holiday season, traveling through picturesque winter scenery. It's a perfect way to create lasting Christmas memories with loved ones.

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⭐ Best For: Families, couples, holiday enthusiasts

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Near Bristol

Farmington Christmas Events

Hill-Stead Museum Holiday Boutique in Farmington

Farmington

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Hill-Stead Museum Holiday Boutique

Artisan crafts and holiday gifts at a historic museum

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 7.5 miles from Bristol

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Gallery of Trees in Collinsville

Collinsville

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Gallery of Trees

Annual Gallery of Trees fundraiser with tree raffle

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 9.6 miles from Bristol

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New Britain Christmas Events

Bradley Mountain Farm Holiday Activities in Southington

Southington

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Bradley Mountain Farm Holiday Activities

Interactive goat experiences on a historic farm.

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 5.7 miles from Bristol

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Waterbury Christmas Events

Bethlehem Christmas Town Festival in Bethlehem

Bethlehem

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Bethlehem Christmas Town Festival

Largest decorated Christmas Tree in the area

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 FREE 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 13.6 miles from Bristol

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Santa Made Me Do It 5K in Bethlehem

Bethlehem

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Santa Made Me Do It 5K

Festive 5K race during Bethlehem Christmastown Festival

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 13.6 miles from Bristol

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Meriden Christmas Events

Frosty's Christmas Craft Festival in Southington

Southington

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Frosty's Christmas Craft Festival

Large holiday craft fair with approximately 145 crafters.

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 7.7 miles from Bristol

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Franciscan Christmas Fair in Meriden

Meriden

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Franciscan Christmas Fair

Annual Christmas fair benefiting local care services.

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 10.4 miles from Bristol

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West Hartford Christmas Events

Saint Stephen's Day in Barcelona in West Hartford

West Hartford

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Saint Stephen's Day in Barcelona

Official public holidays calendar for Barcelona

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 FREE 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 12.3 miles from Bristol

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Els Pastorets in West Hartford

West Hartford

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Els Pastorets

Traditional Catalan Christmas performances

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 12.3 miles from Bristol

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Torrington Christmas Events

Artsploration: The Fall Factor – Elf JR in Torrington

Torrington

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Artsploration: The Fall Factor – Elf JR

Live stage adaptation of the holiday film 'Elf'.

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 12.6 miles from Bristol

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Torrington Christmas Village in Torrington

Torrington

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Torrington Christmas Village

Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and elves

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📏 12.9 miles from Bristol

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Hartford Christmas Events

Mercado Medieval de Vic in Hartford

Hartford

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Mercado Medieval de Vic

One of Catalonia's most traditional medieval markets.

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 14.4 miles from Bristol

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A Cel Obert Festival of Ephemeral Interventions in Hartford

Hartford

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A Cel Obert Festival of Ephemeral Interventions

Ephemeral art in historic Tortosa courtyards

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📏 14.4 miles from Bristol

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Bloomfield Christmas Events

Flamig Farm Visits With Santa in West Simsbury

West Simsbury

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Flamig Farm Visits With Santa

Visit with Santa and farm animals.

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 14.4 miles from Bristol

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Visits with Santa at Flamig Farm in West Simsbury

West Simsbury

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Visits with Santa at Flamig Farm

Visits with Santa at a historic farm

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 14.4 miles from Bristol

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Wethersfield Christmas Events

Old Wethersfield Lantern Light Tours in Wethersfield

Wethersfield

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Old Wethersfield Lantern Light Tours

Historic Wethersfield by lantern light

📷📷📷📷📷 💰 $$ 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

📏 15.5 miles from Bristol

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Last updated: 10/9/2025