Last updated: November 11, 2024
Plan your perfect holiday in Haverhill with our guide. Discover all the best festive events and activities. From Haverhill enthusiasts to casual tourists, our guide is your gateway to holiday wonder.
Popular events during this season include the enchanting Journey to the North Pole™, where families can embark on a whimsical train ride to meet Santa Claus himself. Another highlight is Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village, featuring traditional holiday decorations and costumed interpreters that transport visitors back in time. And definitely don't forget THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, where you can enjoy a magical holiday experience aboard a beautifully decorated train. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Over 1 mile of roadway transformed into a glittering LED light display.
Drive through a spectacular display of over 1 million LED lights featuring a 90-foot Christmas tree and a 300-foot multi-colored tunnel at the Lancaster Celebration of Lights.
Where: Lancaster | More Info: Lancaster Celebration of Lights
Community-driven holiday lighting event with family activities.
The Holiday Tree Lighting Party at Hastings House in Beverly Farms features a festive gathering with holiday lights, community spirit, and family activities.
Where: Wenham | More Info: Holiday Lights at the Hastings House
Interactive holiday train ride with Santa and musical performances.
The Jolly Jingle Express is a 70-minute train ride from Anderson Station in Woburn, MA, featuring Santa and his elves. The event includes a performance of "The Night Before Christmas," music and dance by Wakefield music students, and a special silver jingle bell for each child. PJs are welcome, and cameras are encouraged to capture the festive atmosphere.
Where: Woburn | More Info: Jolly Jingle Express, Woburn
Torch-lit live re-enactment of the Nativity.
The Rockport Art Association and Museum presents the Annual Live Christmas Pageant, a torch-lit live re-enactment of the Nativity. The pageant begins with a torch-lit procession from Dock Square to the Congregational Church, bringing the story of Jesus' birth to life through live narration.
Where: Rockport | More Info: Rockport's Annual Christmas Pageant
Interactive breakfast experience with Santa.
Join us for a delightful Breakfast with Santa in Ipswich, where children will enjoy a hearty breakfast, a drink, and festive goodies, including a chocolate treat and activity sheet.
Where: Ipswich | More Info: Breakfast with Santa, Ipswich
Holiday celebration with Santa, caroling, and festive activities.
Join Ipswich High School Interact and the Ipswich-Rowley Rotary Club for a holiday celebration featuring Santa's arrival at Ipswich Town Wharf, caroling with Buddy the Elf, and festive activities at Ipswich Town Hall.
Where: Ipswich | More Info: Ipswich Jingle Bell Walk
Historic home tours with festive decorations.
Explore historic homes in Salem, Massachusetts, during the Christmas season, featuring beautifully decorated interiors and festive atmosphere.
Where: Salem | More Info: Christmas In Salem
Holiday-themed running event with festive after-party.
The Jingle Bell Half Marathon & 5K is a holiday-themed running event in Haverhill, MA, featuring a scenic course through New England landscapes. Participants enjoy exclusive wearable items, commemorative finisher's medals, and a festive after-party with hot beverages and snacks.
Where: Haverhill | More Info: Pictures with Santa!, Haverhill
