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SantaCon vs Ugly Sweater at Sea Festival of Trees

Blue Ocean Music Hall 4 Oceanfront N, Salisbury, Massachusetts

One Night Only: A Sea of Santas & Ugly Holiday Sweaters Suit up in your most festive Santa-inspired look or your favorite ugly sweater, gather your family & friends, and be part of the holiday magic!

Rockport Holiday Shopping Night

Downtown Rockport 15 Dock Square, Rockport, Massachusetts

Kick off the season in festive Rockport style! Join us for Holiday Shopping Night and enjoy an evening of cheerful lights, local treasures, and holiday spirit. Start at Dock Square, where shoppers can pick up a free Christmas in Rockport tote bag filled with a list of participating businesses, special coupons valid all season long, […]

Newburyport’s Holiday Invitation Nights

A North Shore classic, Newburyport’s Holiday Invitation Nights return December 5, 12, and 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment and special dining and shopping promotions throughout downtown.

 6th Annual Makers Market presented by Pentucket Arts Foundation 

Veasey Memorial Park 201 Washington Street, Groveland, Massachusetts

Join us at Veasey Memorial Park 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! […]

Santa & The Grinch Brunch

Blue Ocean Music Hall 4 Oceanfront N, Salisbury, Massachusetts

Blue Ocean Music Hall | $65PP A Red Suit. Green Suit. Jolly one. Mean one. Who’s your fave? Santa or The Grinch. Come join the holiday fun in Beach-Ville!

Andover Holiday Market 2025

South Church of Andover 41 Central Street, Andover, Massachusetts

Join us for the most fun and festive event of the year, and do some good at the same time! The 3rd Annual Andover Holiday Market is Saturday, Dec 6th! This event is a fundraiser for Andover Farmers Market and features an outdoor beer and wine garden with Oak & Iron Brewery and Marble Ridge […]

Holiday Open Studios

Porter Mill Studios 95 Rantoul Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

Explore four floors of artist spaces, offering a variety of artwork including painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, jewelry, glass work, poetry, fashion and more. Shop directly from the artists while learning about their media and techniques. Porter Mill Holiday Open Studios Saturday, Dec 6, 12-6pm Sunday, Dec 7, 12-5pm Decorate your own home or use this […]

Christmas in Rockport

Santa cruises over to Rockport. He will arrive at the town’s T Wharf, then ride aboard a fire truck to the First Baptist Church. He will spend some time mingling with children both naughty and nice, before presiding over the town’s tree lighting ceremony at 4:15 p.m. More information available here.

Santa & Mrs Claus by Boat in the Shipyard

Essex Historical Society & Shipbuilding Museum 66 Main Street, Essex, Massachusetts

Santa takes to the water again. Enjoy snacks, music, and fun in the historic Essex shipyard, then gather by the Essex River to greet Santa and Mrs. Claus. More details available at the museum website.

Wrapped & Revealed: Unveiling What’s Next for CosmeticsMD

CosmeticsMD 21 Centenniel Drive, Peabody, Massachusetts

Join us for champagne, light bites, and event-only specials as we welcome the newest addition to our team, Dr. Jill Samale, MD, OB/GYN, a hormone specialist who will lead the expansion of our women’s wellness services. What to Expect: Women’s Wellness Preview: a first look at the program launching in January, VISIA™ Skin Analysis demos […]

Coffee & Conversation: Frederick Coffay

Historic Beverly's John Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

Ease into your day with Coffee & Conversation, an informal, one-hour program at Historic Beverly that pairs a coffee break with a guided deep-dive into a single object or notable figure from our collection. From rare artworks to everyday artifacts with extraordinary stories, each session spotlights one topic in depth, encouraging close looking, lively questions, […]

Beverly’s Annual Downtown Holiday Stroll

On Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th from 4-8pm, Beverly Main Streets will host their annual Downtown Holiday Stroll on Cabot St and Rantoul St, respectively. Shop and dine at local businesses, see free performances, and enjoy a variety of seasonal activations from photo ops to complimentary hot beverages to special sales and pop-ups! 

Newburyport’s Holiday Invitation Nights

A North Shore classic, Newburyport’s Holiday Invitation Nights return December 5, 12, and 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment and special dining and shopping promotions throughout downtown.

Breakfast with Santa

The Community House 284 Bay Road, South Hamilton, Massachusetts

Tickets are going fast for Breakfast with Santa at The Community House for a continental breakfast, a photo op with the big guy, and a letter writing station so the kids can commit their full wish list to paper. Reservations can be made online. They are dedicating 8-9 am as their Sensory Friendly Time.

Built on Cod Exhibit

Historic Beverly 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

In New England, cod was more than food; it was faith, fortune, and folklore. Legend held that cod was the fish of Jesus, feeding the multitudes, while haddock, marked by a dark line and “devil’s thumbprint,” was said to be his failed imitation. From Beverly’s shores, salted cod connected the region to the world. The […]

Set at Liberty: Stories of the Enslaved

Historic Beverly's John Cabot House 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

On view now at the Cabot House, Historic Beverly! This powerful exhibition uncovers the lives of the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and labored in Beverly from the seventeenth through the early nineteenth centuries. Through rare documents, personal stories, and newly interpreted research, Set at Liberty brings to light the individuals whose experiences […]

Annual Holiday House Tour

Historic Beverly 117 Cabot Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

It’s the most wonderful tour of the year! Share the Magic of the Season Right Here in Beverly Back for its 12th season, our annual Holiday House Tour is bigger and better than ever — with a whopping six houses decked out in their holiday best and more spirit than you can imagine! Grab your […]

Rocky Neck Holiday Art Trek

From vibrant paintings and sculptures to intricate ceramics and handcrafted jewelry, the Rocky Neck Holiday Trek offers a diverse array of one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for last-minute Christmas gifts. Whether you’re seeking a thoughtful present or treating yourself, the Holiday Trek invites you to discover the joy of locally crafted gifts amidst the creative energy of […]