A River Transformed Walking Tour
2025-12-29 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-23 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-22 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
June 15-August 31, 2025
Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Winter Lights at The Loading Dock Gallery
2025-12-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-20 08:00 - 17:00 and 2 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.

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2025-12-27 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-20 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Private Salty Reiki Healing with Anabel
2025-12-26, 2025-12-19 | The Salted Soul Salt Cave, 340 Great Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Every Friday, Anabel is here offering private reiki sessions in the cave. Get your salt therapy and reiki healing all at once. Investment is $145.
Appointment options are:
*10:00-11:00am
*11:30-12:30pm
*1:00-2:00pm

Boarding House Park
2025-12-25 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-12-24 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-12-18 10:00 - 12:15 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for kids and a welcoming space for families to connect and thrive. After the performance, climb on Lowell National Historical Park’s trolley for a free ride.
Learn more about the free concerts for kids on the Lowell Summer Music Series website: lowellsummermusic.org/pages/kids

"The Nutcracker" Presented By Dance Prism Ballet
2025-12-21 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-20 18:30 - 20:30, 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!

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

Cheers & Cheer Cocktail Reception
2025-12-19 19:00 - 22:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Step into a night of holiday magic and elegance at The Groton Inn’s Cheers & Cheer Cocktail Reception! Celebrate the season in style with an evening of festive cheer, live music, and culinary delights.
*Highlights:
Dress to Impress: Slip into your favorite festive cocktail attire for a sophisticated evening out.
Delightful Treats: Savor delicious hors d’oeuvres and holiday-inspired drinks crafted to elevate the season’s spirit.
Live Music: Immerse yourself in smooth melodies performed by the talented singer & guitarist Sean Lebrun.
As The Groton Inn dazzles with holiday décor, raise a glass to the joys of the season and create memories that will last a lifetime.
*Event Details:
-Date & Time: Friday, December 19 from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
-Location: The Groton Inn Keep’s Conservatory & Lobby
-Price: $ 67.20 per person (includes hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, tax, and gratuity). Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase separately

Santa's Brickmas Adventure at LEGO® Discovery Center Boston
2025-12-19 10:00 - 17:00 | LEGO® Discovery Center Boston, 598 Assembly Row, Somerville, MA, 02145, United States
Get ready to jingle all the way into Santa’s Brickmas Adventure at LEGO® Discovery Center Boston!
From November 22 through January 3, families are invited to step into a wonderland of festive fun, creativity, and kindness where holiday spirit is powered by LEGO® bricks and imagination. Join LEGO® Santa’s team of merry elf helpers on a mission to keep the holiday magic alive! Build last-minute presents in the Global Master Elf Model Builder workshop challenge but not before rocking around the LEGO tree with the cheerful LEGO® Gingey Squad, to help Santa power up his Magic Meter-one creative mission at a time.
Event Highlights include:
Creative Workshop: Be inspired by YouTube star Alec, Chief Elf and LEGO®’s Global Master Model Builder with over 4 million followers, and our team of expert Playmakers in a special creative challenge. Design and build last-minute gifts straight from the workshop!
Festive Dance Party: Rock around the LEGO® tree and show off your best moves with the elf helper squad and special guests during this holly-jolly dance celebration.
Build to Give: Spread kindness this season! Build a LEGO® heart and share it on social media with #BuildToGive. For every heart shared, LEGO® will donate a LEGO set to a child in need-because spreading joy is the best gift of all.
Gingerbread Village Build: Work together to design and build your own deliciously creative LEGO® gingerbread houses to display in our magical village.
Magic Meter Challenge: Complete all the festive missions, scan your Elf License, and help Santa power up his Magic Meter to save the season!
Witness Boston created completely out of more than 1.5 million LEGO bricks and decked out for the holidays

Celtic Woman: Symphony Christmas Tour
2025-12-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Celebrate the holiday season with the celestial voices of Grammy-nominated multi-platinum Irish singing sensation Celtic Woman.
This is a wonderful opportunity to hear Celtic Woman’s angelic harmonies with the thrilling live sound of a full symphony orchestra in an intimate concert setting.
The show features the all-female ensemble’s favourite Yuletide songs: O Holy Night, Little Drummer Boy, Carol of the Bells & more, along with Celtic Woman classics and some Irish tunes with a Christmas twist.
