Brookline Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Brookline and surrounding areas
In Brookline the holiday season brings cozy traditions and luminous displays across Coolidge Corner and Brookline Village. From First Light 2025's tree ceremony to hands-on Winter Cookie Class workshops, the town mixes bright holiday lights with community holiday activities around local shops and churches, and the Museum of Fine Arts' Hanukkah Festival of Lights adds cultural glow. Families can catch Santa visits at community events, stroll seasonal markets for unique gifts, or sip hot cocoa while carolers perform along Beacon Street where neighborhood parades and late-night shopping make Brookline a welcoming spot for festive outings and winter memories.
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Christmas Markets
34 eventsAward-winning baked goods for corporate gifting.
Christmas Shows
23 eventsMikko Nissinen's acclaimed Nutcracker production
Christmas Lights
9 eventsAnnual Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival
Christmas Activities
31 eventsMagical train ride with Santa and festive entertainment.
Editor's Picks (6)
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The Nutcracker
(Boston)
Mikko Nissinen's acclaimed Nutcracker production
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St. Augustine School North Pole Express
(Woburn)
Magical train ride with Santa and festive entertainment.
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First Night Boston
(Boston)
Boston's historic free New Year's Eve arts celebration
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Andrea Bocelli Concert
(Boston)
World-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli performs live.
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Midwinter Revels: A Scandinavian Story for Christmas
(Cambridge)
Scandinavian-themed holiday production based on Gregory Maguire's 'Matchless'.
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Winter Cookie Class
(Brighton)
Hands-on winter cookie decorating class
Events Happening Soon (6)
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Brookline
- Cirque du Soleil's 'Twas The Night Before... in Brookline Published: Sat, Nov 15, 2025
- Nonantum Village Plans Full Holiday Season Schedule Published: Fri, Nov 14, 2025
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Brookline Christmas FAQ
The First Light celebration in early December is one of Brookline’s biggest annual holiday events, featuring live performances, window decorating contests, and community festivities in Coolidge Corner.
Brookline’s holiday traditions include community-driven window decorating contests and neighborhood light displays that foster a strong local spirit and bring residents together each season.
Coolidge Corner and surrounding residential neighborhoods are known for their festive Christmas lights and welcoming holiday displays, making them ideal spots for visitors to explore.
The Brookline Village Holiday Market is a central hub for local artisans and makers, offering a wide range of handcrafted gifts and seasonal goods in a festive setting.
Enjoy free neighborhood light displays, attend community events like First Light, and visit local markets with no admission fees to experience the season without spending much.
Family-friendly options include visiting the Brookline Village Holiday Market for crafts and activities, attending First Light festivities, and exploring walkable light displays in safe neighborhood areas.