Lexington Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Lexington and surrounding areas
Lexington launches Christmas 2025 across its historic downtown with Holiday lights, charming Christmas markets, and Santa visits at town squares and cultural landmarks. Winter festivals and seasonal entertainment bring holiday activities and family-friendly events to the calendar. Wander the colonial streets lit for the season, enjoy concerts and markets, and find countless things to do that celebrate Lexington’s storied holiday traditions.
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Christmas Markets
35 eventsVictorian-themed craft fair supporting student theater.
Christmas Shows
25 eventsMikko Nissinen's acclaimed Nutcracker production
Christmas Lights
9 eventsOutdoor light and sound artworks in a historic cemetery
Christmas Activities
27 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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Doubletree Hilton Danvers Hoppin' New Year's Eve Party
(Danvers)
Hoppin' New Year's Eve party at Doubletree Hilton
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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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A Christmas Carol at Merrimack Repertory Theatre
(Lowell)
A classic holiday tale brought to life on stage.
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Christmas Parties Near Lexington
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Lexington.
Doubletree Hilton Danvers Hoppin' New Year's Eve Party
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Lexington
- Mistletoe Market for Christmas Trees and Local Support Published: Sat, Nov 22, 2025
- Ebenezer Scrooge: A Christmas Carol Musical Published: Tue, Nov 18, 2025
Lexington Christmas Events Map
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Lexington Christmas FAQ
Major events include the Southern Lights Holiday Festival at Kentucky Horse Park, the Legendary Festival of Lights at Legends Field, and downtown tree-lighting ceremonies and parades.
Lexington blends Southern charm with community spirit, featuring neighborhood light displays, historic Shaker Village candlelit evenings, and local markets that highlight regional crafts and foods.
While specific neighborhood names aren’t always listed, many residential areas throughout Lexington are known for their creative home and street displays—exploring by car or on foot is a local tradition.
Downtown Lexington and surrounding neighborhoods host a variety of holiday markets, artisan fairs, and pop-up vendor stalls featuring local crafts, food, and gifts during the season.
Free activities include neighborhood light displays, downtown tree-lighting events, and many pop-up markets. Ice skating at Triangle Park and visits to local parks for festive decorations are also popular and affordable options.
Families enjoy the Legendary Festival of Lights, Southern Lights Holiday Village with photos and model trains, and downtown events with Santa, caroling, and ice skating—all offering memorable experiences for children.