Last updated: November 11, 2024
Join the holiday festivities in Fall River! Our guide has all the community events and activities. From Fall River enthusiasts to curious explorers, our guide illuminates the city's holiday hotspots.
One enchanting experience is the “Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village,” where visitors can wander through a beautifully decorated historic village set aglow with candlelight. Additionally, the Roger Williams Park Zoo Lights features a dazzling array of light displays that captivate guests of all ages. And the “Christmas at the Zoo” is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering up-close encounters with festive animal exhibits. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Fall River Holiday Light Displays
Roger Williams Park Zoo Lights
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
- Description
- Roger Williams Park Zoo Lights features over 3.5 million illuminated lights across 40 acres, creating a dazzling display of larger-than-life luminous displays.
- Where
- Providence | More Info : Roger Williams Park Zoo Lights
Christmas at the Zoo
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
- Description
- Explore over 3.5 million illuminated lights transforming the zoo into a vibrant holiday display with festive scenes and sparkling tunnels.
- Where
- Providence | More Info : Christmas at the Zoo
Fall River Holiday Markets and Shopping
Holiday Bazaar
- What to Expect
- Largest and finest craft show in the area.
- Description
- The 48th annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair at B.M.C. Durfee High School features over 200 artisans showcasing handmade work for the holiday season. The event welcomes both hobby and professional artisans, emphasizing high-quality handmade products.
- Where
- Fall River | More Info : Holiday Bazaar
Christmas Markets
- What to Expect
- Largest and finest craft show in the area.
- Description
- The 48th annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair at B.M.C. Durfee High School features over 200 artisans showcasing handmade work, welcoming both hobbyists and professionals, and emphasizing high-quality products.
- Where
- Fall River | More Info : Christmas Markets
Holiday Craft Fair
- What to Expect
- Unique handmade crafts and holiday decorations.
- Description
- The Greater New Bedford Voc Craft Fair features over 200 designs of pillows and holiday crafts, showcasing local artisans' work in a festive atmosphere.
- Where
- New Bedford | More Info : Holiday Craft Fair
Holiday Shopping Event
- What to Expect
- Exceptional holiday shopping with American-made, handcrafted items.
- Description
- The Holiday Market at WaterFire Arts Center offers a two-day shopping event featuring holiday decor and thousands of gift items from over 90 juried artists and craftsmen.
- Where
- Providence | More Info : Holiday Shopping Event
Fall River Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Holiday Shows
- What to Expect
- Classical music performance with a community choir.
- Description
- The Fall River Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Pops, featuring the South Coast Community Choral performing holiday favorites, including Handel's Messiah.
- Where
- Fall River | More Info : Holiday Shows
Holiday Concerts
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly holiday concert with special guest appearances.
- Description
- Celebrate the holiday season with joyous music and laughter at the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra's Holiday Pops concerts. Featuring conductor and emcee Yaniv Dinur, the Southeastern Massachusetts Youth Orchestra, and the Showstoppers, these festive events offer a family-friendly atmosphere and an hour of delightful entertainment without intermission.
- Where
- New Bedford | More Info : Holiday Concerts
Fall River Other Holiday Activities
Coastal Christmas Tree Make & Take
- What to Expect
- Hands-on tree decorating with various ornaments and decorations.
- Description
- Create your own Coastal Christmas tree at this hands-on event, perfect for families and craft enthusiasts. Decorate your tree with ornaments, garlands, and other festive decorations.
- Where
- Fall River | More Info : Coastal Christmas Tree Make & Take
Holiday Wreath Workshop
- What to Expect
- Hands-on wreath-making with diverse materials.
- Description
- Create your own holiday wreath at this hands-on workshop, using various materials and techniques to craft a beautiful, personalized decoration.
- Where
- Fall River | More Info : Holiday Wreath Workshop
Christmas Buffet
- What to Expect
- Elegant buffet with prime rib and baked lobster.
- Description
- The Venus de Milo Christmas Buffet offers a warm and charming atmosphere with a scratch gourmet buffet, featuring prime rib, baked lobster, and arugula salad. Enjoy the elegant decor and photo areas.
- Where
- Fall River | More Info : Christmas Buffet