Milford Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Milford and surrounding areas
Milford transforms for Christmas 2025 with Holiday lights across downtown and around the scenic waterways near the Blackstone River, offering seasonal charm and community cheer. Catch performances like the Claflin Hill Symphony Holiday Pops 2025, enjoy Christmas lights displays, and explore family-friendly holiday activities and seasonal tours. Discover festive markets and neighborhood gatherings that make Milford a welcoming place to celebrate the holidays.
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Christmas Shows
28 eventsLive orchestral accompaniment for The Nutcracker ballet
Christmas Markets
28 events20th annual holiday stroll with 50+ street vendors
Christmas Lights
12 eventsIlluminated public art installations on Worcester Common
Christmas Activities
29 eventsNew Year's Eve fireworks over the Providence River
Editor's Picks (6)
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Pentatonix: Hallelujah! It's a Christmas Tour
(Worcester)
Pentatonix's 'Hallelujah! It's a Christmas Tour'
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The Nutcracker
(Providence)
Annual holiday tradition featuring Tchaikovsky's classic ballet.
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Illuminate PVD New Year's Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display
(Providence)
New Year's Eve fireworks over the Providence River
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A Christmas Carol
(Providence)
New England's beloved holiday tradition in an intimate theater setting.
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The Nutcracker
(Franklin)
Live orchestral accompaniment for The Nutcracker ballet
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Mannheim Steamroller at The Hanover Theatre
(Worcester)
Iconic holiday music concert
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Milford Christmas Events Map
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Milford Christmas FAQ
The 23rd Annual Lamplight Stroll and the St. Raphael Parish Christmas Fair are among Milford’s biggest holiday events, drawing families and visitors for festive celebrations each December.
Milford’s Lamplight Stroll is a cherished tradition featuring horse-drawn carriage rides, live carolers, and a community passport adventure, creating a classic New England holiday atmosphere unique to the city.
Downtown Milford is known for its vibrant holiday displays during the Lamplight Stroll, while several residential neighborhoods nearby offer beloved neighborhood displays that are popular for walking or driving tours.
Local makers and Christmas markets can be found at events like the St. Raphael Parish Christmas Fair and Lauralton Hall’s Christmas in the Mansion, both offering artisan vendors and festive shopping opportunities.
Free activities include attending the Lamplight Stroll, exploring neighborhood light displays, and visiting local holiday markets with no admission fees, providing festive fun without a high cost.
Families will enjoy the Lamplight Stroll’s Santa visits and carriage rides, as well as the St. Raphael Parish Christmas Fair’s kid-friendly activities like raffles and food courts, making these events great for children.