Last updated: November 11, 2024
It’s holiday season in Leominster! Explore our guide for the top festive events and activities. Whether you're rediscovering your city or visiting for the first time, our guide showcases the best of Leominster's holidays.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting atmosphere at the Festival of Lights at Worcester Common, where vibrant displays illuminate the winter nights. With its stunning decorations, the event captures the spirit of the season. Then, step back in time at Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village, featuring traditional crafts and stories around warm candlelight. And don’t forget the Holiday Shows at The Hanover Theatre, where captivating performances bring joy to families. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Interactive light sculptures and live music performances.
The Festival of Lights at Worcester Common features lighting installations, ice skating, food vendors, community organizations, and live performances, including a headline performance by Michelle Brooks Thompson, a finalist on NBC's "The Voice."
Where: Worcester | More Info: Festival of Lights at Worcester Common
Immersive winter light display with a skating rink and model train.
Night Lights at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill features a breathtaking winter light display with over a quarter million lights, including a skating rink, model train, seasonal drinks, and holiday shopping. Colorful landscapes and immersive experiences await visitors of all ages.
Where: Boylston | More Info: Night Lights at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Stone Zoo ZooLights features thousands of twinkling lights illuminating tree-lined paths and festively decorated Yukon Creek, home to various animals like black bears, Canada lynx, and reindeer.
Where: Stoneham | More Info: Stone Zoo ZooLights
Interactive drive-through holiday light displays with iconic characters and scenes.
Magic of Lights is a dazzling drive-through holiday lights experience featuring over 2 million sparkling lights, including larger-than-life displays of Holiday Barbie, Bigfoot Monster Truck, and life-sized dinosaurs. Guests can enjoy classic holiday scenes and characters from the comfort of their vehicles.
Where: Foxborough | More Info: Magic of Lights
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting with synchronized light displays.
Southwick's Zoo Winter Wonderland and The Festival of Illumination feature over 4 million illuminated lights and dazzling displays, including enchanting polar bear and singing penguin exhibits. Guests can enjoy a train ride through the Enchanted Holiday Forest, artisanal shopping, and holiday dining options.
Where: Mendon | More Info: Southwick's Zoo Winter Wonderland and The Festival of Illumination
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 Fairgrounds.
Where: Lancaster | More Info: Lancaster Celebration of Lights
Extensive light display with cultural nativity scenes.
The La Salette Shrine Christmas Festival features over 400,000 lights spread across 10 acres, celebrating the spiritual essence of the holidays with a diverse array of cultural interpretations of the nativity story. The festival includes an International Creche Museum, Christmas concerts, and opportunities to meet Santa. Admission is free, with optional free-will donations.
Where: Attleboro | More Info: La Salette Shrine Christmas Festival
Annual performance of Handel's Messiah by one of America's oldest and longest-running choral ensembles.
The Worcester Chorus, directed by Chris Shepard, presents Handel's Messiah at historic Mechanics Hall. This annual performance is a holiday tradition for many families and choral music fans in the Greater Worcester community and beyond. The chorus will be joined on stage by vocal soloists and the Worcester Festival Orchestra.
Where: Worcester | More Info: Handel’s Messiah at Mechanics Hall
Unique blend of traditional and modern handbell music.
The Merrimack Valley Ringers present a captivating handbell concert at the Worcester Art Museum, featuring a diverse repertoire of holiday carols and festive music.
Where: Worcester | More Info: Merrimack Valley Ringers Handbell Concert at Worcester Art Museum
World-class holiday entertainment with diverse performances.
The Hanover Theatre presents a variety of holiday shows featuring talented performers and festive entertainment. Enjoy a range of Christmas-themed concerts, plays, and other performances that celebrate the holiday season.
Where: Worcester | More Info: Holiday Shows at The Hanover Theatre
Caroling with the Mayor at City Hall.
Join the Mayor for a joyful caroling session at City Hall, accompanied by the sounds of Downtown Gardner's holiday cheer.
Where: Gardner | More Info: Caroling with the Mayor
Holiday concert with American Idol star and children's choir.
The Holiday Pops Spectacular by the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra features traditional carols, timeless classics, and contemporary holiday favorites. American Idol star Michael Lynche performs alongside the RSO Chorus, Guest Choruses, and the Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir, conducted by David Stewart Wiley.
Where: Salem | More Info: Iconic Jazz: Holiday with Pops
Historic holiday festivities with classic projects and sweet treats.
Celebrate Christmas traditions at Old Sturbridge Village with demonstrations, decorated village, and live music.
Where: Sturbridge | More Info: Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Horse-drawn hayrides through a corn maze and festive fall activities.
Krochmal Farms offers a family-oriented pumpkin festival with activities like horse-drawn hayrides, pony rides, and a corn maze. The event features a variety of pumpkins, farm animal interactions, and delicious food options.
Where: Tewksbury | More Info: Santa Social at Krochmal Farms
Interactive STEM workshops for kids.
December Vacation Week at Discovery Museum offers a variety of hands-on activities and workshops, including engineering, chemistry, and nature exploration, designed to engage children in STEM learning.
Where: Acton | More Info: December Vacation Week at Discovery Museum
