Ludlow Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Ludlow and surrounding areas
Ludlow lights up the holiday season with lively holiday activities and seasonal attractions near Center Street and local churches, where community fairs and bazaars draw neighbors together. Visit the Wilbraham United Church Holly Fair or St. Nick's Christmas Bazaar to shop handmade gifts and enjoy warm treats under holiday lights. With parades, performances and family-friendly markets, Ludlow’s festive season offers plenty of things to do and bright lights to celebrate the holidays.
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Christmas Markets
29 eventsAnnual fundraiser featuring over 250 artists' work.
Christmas Shows
20 eventsAward-winning dancers and Broadway-level sets
Christmas Lights
12 eventsThree-mile drive-thru with over 750,000 lights
Christmas Activities
32 eventsNew England's premier alcohol-free New Year's Eve arts festival.
Editor's Picks (6)
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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
(Pittsfield)
Award-winning dancers and Broadway-level sets
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Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It's a Christmas Tour
(Worcester)
Pentatonix's 'Hallelujah! It's a Christmas Tour'
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Connecticut Ballet's The Nutcracker
(Hartford)
Guest principal dancers from NYC Ballet and ABT with live orchestra.
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Bright Nights at Forest Park
(Springfield)
Three-mile drive-thru with over 750,000 lights
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First Night Northampton 2026
(Northampton)
New England's premier alcohol-free New Year's Eve arts festival.
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Santa Express Train Ride
(Thomaston)
Visit with Santa Claus on a festive train ride.
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Ludlow Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events in Ludlow include the Light Up Ludlow tree lighting celebration and the Christmas House Contest, both of which bring the community together for festive fun.
Ludlow’s unique holiday traditions include the Christmas House Contest and the Light Up Ludlow tree lighting, which highlight local creativity and community spirit.
Neighborhoods like Edison Drive, Simonds Street, and Posner Circle are known for their festive Christmas light displays, especially during the annual house contest.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, town halls, and special holiday events throughout Ludlow, especially during December.
Free or budget-friendly holiday activities in Ludlow include viewing neighborhood Christmas lights, attending the tree lighting celebration, and visiting local holiday markets.
Families with kids can enjoy the tree lighting celebration, Christmas House Contest, and local holiday markets, all of which offer festive activities for children and adults alike.