Milton Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Milton and surrounding areas
Winter 2025 brings Milton festive celebrations with glowing Holiday lights, neighborhood activities and seasonal attractions concentrated in village centers like Lower Mills. The Lower Mills Milton Village Holiday Stroll is a highlight for families seeking seasonal performances and local shopping. Tree lightings, holiday markets and family activities make Milton a cozy, community-focused holiday destination.
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Christmas Markets
36 events20th annual holiday stroll with 50+ street vendors
Christmas Shows
23 eventsMikko Nissinen's acclaimed Nutcracker production
Christmas Lights
10 eventsTwo garden estates illuminated with thousands of holiday lights
Other Christmas Activities
29 eventsMagical train ride with Santa and festive entertainment.
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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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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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Midwinter Revels: A Scandinavian Story for Christmas
(Cambridge)
Scandinavian-themed holiday production based on Gregory Maguire's 'Matchless'.
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Winterlights at Naumkeag and Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate
Two garden estates illuminated with thousands of holiday lights
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- Havurah on the Hill: Hanukkah Shabbat
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Cambridge
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The biggest annual events include The Magical Lights of Milton display and various community holiday markets and craft fairs held throughout the season. These events bring together families and neighbors to celebrate the festive spirit.
Milton is known for its synchronized light displays in neighborhoods like Scott and Willmott, often paired with charitable fundraising efforts. The community also embraces local artisan markets that highlight handmade goods and seasonal foods.
Scott and Willmott neighborhoods are among the best for Christmas lights in Milton, featuring elaborate decorations and music-synced displays that attract many visitors each year.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, parks, and seasonal artisan markets throughout Milton. Checking local event calendars will provide up-to-date locations and dates.
Free neighborhood light displays, public walking trails decorated for the holidays, and community-hosted markets offer budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season in Milton.
Families will enjoy visiting The Magical Lights of Milton, local craft fairs with kid-friendly activities, and neighborhood displays where children can experience the magic of holiday lights up close.