Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Winter Lights at The Loading Dock Gallery
2025-12-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-09 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-11 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 9 more dates | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
December is a festive time at The Loading Dock Gallery and we invite you to partake in the celebration of the seasons. Winter Lights has become an annual tradition of holiday shoppers as a source of unique, handcrafted, giftable art and holiday decorations presented by more than 30 local artists. Shop Local and Shop Small and find that unique and extraordinary gift that will make this holiday memorable.

The Umbrella Winter Market
2025-12-05 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-07 11:00 - 16:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
At our annual three-day celebration of hand-crafted fine art, come in from the cold to stroll The Umbrella’s three sunlit floors of open studios and galleries, featuring the exhibitions “Off the Wall” (small works of Umbrella Studio Artists) and “Joy & Peace” (abstract paintings by Christiane Corcelle and Jill Goldman-Callahan).
Select a treat from Concessions, then savor the creativity on display at the Holiday Ceramics Sale, in Open Studios, and at Guest Artisans’ tables brimming with pieces ready to become unique, unforgettable gifts for you and your loved ones.
Attending the Market with little ones? Pre-register for or drop in to a family activity led by an Umbrella instructor.

Makers Market presented by Pentucket Arts Foundation
2025-12-06 09:30 - 15:00 | Veasey Memorial Park, 201 Washington Street, Groveland, MA, 01834, United States
Join us at Veasey Memorial Park, Saturday, December 6th, for the 6th Annual MAKERS MARKET, Pentucket Arts Foundation’s very own all-local, handmade holiday arts, crafts, and vintage clothing fair! You won’t want to miss the 38+ vendors, small business owners, and artisans in a charming holiday location. New this year: Wreaths & greenery by the Groveland Garden Club! Featuring live music performed by local students and homemade food in our cafe! Shop local and support the arts this holiday season!

December Holiday Open Studio
2025-12-06 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts, Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Ave, Lowell, MA, United States
Holiday Open Studios at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts
Two Saturdays of Artful Holiday Shopping
Saturday, December 6 & Saturday, December 13 | 12-5 PM

Join us for not just one, but two special weekends of Holiday Open Studios at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts. On December 6 and 13, discover unique, handmade gifts created by over 350 local artists across five floors of studios and two floors of artist lofts.
From fine art to ceramics, jewelry, textiles, photography, home décor, and one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers, you’ll find meaningful gifts for everyone on your list (and maybe a little something for yourself too).
Enjoy the festive atmosphere as you explore the building, sip a warm drink from the coffee shop, browse the co-op gallery, and grab a bite from the food truck.
There is no charge for this event. It is family and dog-friendly event. We just ask that pups stay leashed.
Make Western Avenue part of your holiday tradition and shop local this season.

Bedford Artisans Market - Indoor and Outdoor!
2025-12-06 14:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Town Common -75 Great Road, 75 Great Road, Bedford, MA, 01730, United States
This year the Cultural District, the Gallery@First Parish, and Suzanne & Co. are teaming up to expand the Artisans Market to two locations at the Town Common!
Indoor Artisans Market
The fourth annual Indoor Artisans Market will be open to the public from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday in the Common Room and second-floor galleries at First Parish, 75 Great Road (entrance on Elm Street). Shop the wonderful creations from 25 vendors selling unique, handmade, giftable items. The joyful sounds of the First Parish choir will fill the church entryway from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. and young Suzuki Method violinists, under the direction of Carlough Faulkner-Carroll, will play a selection of holiday favorites from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Children’s Fair
Downstairs at First Parish, children can get in on the shopping at the popular Children’s Fair from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. The fair will offer kids free donated items to gift to others, complimentary gift wrapping, and materials for creative cardmaking for seniors.
Outdoor Artisans Market
Suzanne & Co. and the Bedford Cultural District have teamed up this year to introduce the Outdoor Artisans Market which will be open from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on both Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7 from 2-6pm. Shop an additional 20 vendors offering one-of-a-kind crafts plus food and drink under a big, heated tent. Browsers will be treated to festive music and a chance to win one of the decorated wreaths.
Wreath Decorating Contest / Raffle
Purchase Raffle tickets to vote for your favorite decorated wreath and you might get to take home a prize to proudly display on your front door. Proceeds will benefit the Bedford Food Pantry and Bedford Santa organizations.
Tree Lighting and Visit by the Jolly Man in Red
The Holiday Artisans Market and Children’s Fair are just part of the town’s Holiday Kickoff. Capping the events on the Common will be the Annual Tree Lighting featuring a Visit by Santa at 5:00 p.m. Hot chocolate will be available from the First Parish front steps and behind the Fire Station.

Scientist by Night, Dancer by Day: A Performance with Ellice Patterson at Discovery Museum
2025-12-06 15:00 - 15:30 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for a performance by Ellice Patterson, scientist by night, dancer by day. Ellice is a biologist who is passionate about science communication and is the Founder/Executive and Artistic Director of Abilities Dance Boston. Check out this side of her work as she performs adaptive ballet at Discovery Museum.
Ellice Patterson is co-creator of our Black Women in Science program series and a Discovery Museum Science & Engineering Communication Fellow.

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2025-12-06 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-13 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Lowell's Gentlemen Songsters Chorus Holiday Cabaret
2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Mount Pleasant Golf Club, Mount Pleasant Golf Club, 141 Staples St, Lowell, MA, United States
Lowell’s Gentlemen Songsters Chorus
proudly presents our annual
Holiday Cabaret
Saturday • Dec. 13, 2025 • 2:00-4:00 PM
Mt. Pleasant Golf Club
141 Staples St., Lowell, MA
including performances by
The Four Town Sound, Sweet Life, and Synchrony Quartets
with special guests
Chelmsford High School’s The Thursdays
The program will include both holiday and non-holiday songs
and the opportunity for a free picture with Santa.
Light refreshments will be served.
All Ages Welcome! Tickets – $0 – 25
for tickets: https://gentlemensongsters.org

Yule Festival & Artisans Fair (A Holiday Fundraiser)
2025-12-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Nashua Sheraton, 11 Tara Blvd., Nashua, NH, 03063, United States
An enchanting day of Yule time fun, activities, as well as an Artisan’s Market to enjoy as Winter unfolds. This will be a special funding event for gifts and support for children with special needs, supported by the Bartlett School & Assessment Center. Admission is a small gift donation to place under our Yule Holiday Giving Tree at the entrance of the festival. Your support is appreciated.
Join in the fun of our Elf Treasure Hunt Game, check in with the Storyteller, add a bit of your artistic talents at our Yule Art Station, check out all the creations by local artisans, visit with the elves and characters throughout the hall. Enjoy a magical day while helping a great local cause.
Don’t miss out on the day’s fun festivities and shopping with local artists for unique items.
603 321-4818
Presented by Angie D’Anjou, Christi Brouder, Awakening Moments Center, LLC

"The Nutcracker" Presented By Dance Prism Ballet
2025-12-20 14:30 - 17:00 | J. Everett Collins Center, 100 Shawsheen, Andover, 01810, United States
Celebrate the start of the holiday season with Dance Prism Ballet’s sparkling production of The Nutcracker! From the glittering Christmas tree to the enchanted Land of Sweets, this beloved ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s music, breathtaking costumes, and the joy of the season to life.
Perfect for audiences of all ages — a heartwarming holiday outing filled with music, magic, and memories.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see a beloved holiday classic right in your community at the J. Everett Collins Center for three performances only on December 20 at 2:30 and 6:30 and December 21 at 2:30 pm.
Following each performance, audience members are invited to a special photo opportunity with Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy — the perfect holiday keepsake!
