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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Here's your perfect guide to holiday fun in Lowell! Find all the top festive activities and events with us. For Lowell connoisseurs and first-timers, our guide is your key to unlocking holiday treasures.

Popular events abound in Lowell this season, with the Lowell City of Lights captivating visitors with stunning displays and a vibrant atmosphere. Experience the charm of downtown as twinkling lights illuminate the streets. The Nantucket Christmas Stroll invites you to enjoy local shops and seasonal treats in a picture-perfect holiday setting. And the Merrimack Valley Celebration of Lights is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing family-friendly activities and festive cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Lowell Holiday Markets and Shopping

What to Expect:

Unique shopping experience featuring over 350 local artists and crafters.

Description:

Explore a variety of hand-made treasures, Christmas decorations, folk art, fine art, antiques, and more at over 60 unique homes and businesses in Historic Lowell. Discover wood products, ceramics, leather goods, crocheted and knitted crafts, hand-crafted purses, bags, totes, home-made rugs, and quilts.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Holiday Shopping at Local Vendors

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Lowell Holiday Shows and Entertainment

What to Expect:

Community-driven holiday celebration with diverse activities.

Description:

The Lowell City of Lights is a family-friendly event featuring a holiday parade, photos with Santa, a holiday movie screening, hot chocolate contest, and window decorating contests. It also includes a Down-Home Holiday Concert with live music performances.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Lowell City of Lights

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Elegant holiday celebration with fine dining and activities.

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BIG-littles Holiday Party is an exclusive event at Searles Castle, featuring a sophisticated and elegant atmosphere perfect for adults and children alike. The evening includes a delightful holiday party with fine dining, entertainment, and activities designed to create lasting memories.

Where: Lowell | More Info: BIG-littles Holiday Party

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What to Expect:

"Christmas-themed events and activities in a historic setting"

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Celebrate the holiday season in Lowell, MA, with a variety of festive events including live performances, holiday markets, and special activities for all ages.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Christmas In Rome

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Intimate holiday brunch with seasonal cuisine and cozy ambiance.

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Join Brunch With Frosty for a delightful holiday gathering featuring delicious food, warm company, and festive atmosphere.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Brunch With Frosty

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Santa Claus appearance and traditional sing-a-long.

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The Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra, led by Conductor Keith Lockhart, presents a sparkling Holiday Pops concert in Lowell. The event captures the essence of the Christmas season with performances of signature Sleigh Ride and other holiday classics, along with new arrangements of seasonal favorites. Santa Claus makes a guest appearance, and the concert concludes with a traditional Boston Pops Holiday Sing-a-long.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Boston Pops Orchestra in Lowell

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A beloved adaptation of Dickens’ classic story performed by talented local actors.

Description:

This timeless tale unfolds with a blend of drama and seasonal charm, featuring the iconic character Ebenezer Scrooge. Through a series of ghostly visits, Scrooge learns about compassion and the true spirit of the season. Audiences are treated to passionate performances that breathe life into Dickens' classic narrative, set against a backdrop of beautifully designed sets and costumes that capture the essence of Victorian Christmas.

Where: Lowell | More Info: A Christmas Carol

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Lowell Other Holiday Activities

What to Expect:

Interactive holiday activities with limited sessions.

Description:

The Pepperell Santa Experience offers a highly interactive holiday event with activities like Mrs. Claus's Hot Cocoa Bar, a candy cane hunt, storytelling, and more. It includes guest appearances by Santa's famous friends and offers photo opportunities.

Where: Pepperell | More Info: The Pepperell Santa Experience

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Santa-themed golf tournament with festive attire.

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The 11th Annual Santa Scramble is a festive golf tournament where participants dress up as Santa Claus and enjoy a fun-filled day of golf, camaraderie, and holiday cheer.

Where: Lowell | More Info: 11th Annual Santa Scramble

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Customizable ornaments with glazing options.

Description:

Create your own set of customizable Christmas ornaments through hand-building pottery. Customize with carvings, stamps, and various textures to bring your vision to life. Alongside making, you'll also be glazing your work with many different colors to complete your piece.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Hand-Building Christmas Ornaments

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Experiential training in restorative circles for community support.

Description:

This Circles of Support and Accountability (CoSA) Training is an experiential exploration of restorative circles, focusing on support and accountability systems for individuals transitioning from incarceration. Participants will gain understanding of state-enforced conditions, personal boundaries, and the Circle Meeting process through film and role plays.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Circles of Support and Accountability (COSA) Training

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What to Expect:

Community event with Santa visits and activities.

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The Holly Fair is a community event at Saint Michael Parish featuring free admission, Santa visits, and various activities.

Where: Lowell | More Info: The Holly Fair

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What to Expect:

Customizable and glazable ornaments.

Description:

Create your own set of customizable Christmas ornaments through hand-building pottery. Enjoy a fun morning carving designs, pressing stamps, and adding textures to bring your vision to life. Alongside making, you'll also be glazing your work with various colors to complete your ornaments.

Where: Lowell | More Info: One Time Workshop

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Eclectic live music and diverse holiday treats.

Description:

Lowell Winterfest features an eclectic live music lineup by local and regional artists, offering a variety of holiday treats including chocolate festivals and local food options.

Where: Lowell | More Info: Live Music and Holiday Treats

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