ALL WEEKEND

Model Train Weekend - Lexington
The HUB Division of the National Model Railroad Association presents miles of track with trains running on multiple main lines.

Christmas in Edgartown - Edgartown
Events include the Great Chowder Contest, pictures with Santa, lighting of the lighthouse, the Christmas parade, and more.

Winter Solstice Lantern Walks - Topsfield
Families make lanterns, walk through the sanctuary, and enjoy hot drinks at the bonfire.

The Christmas Revels - Cambridge
Families can expect plenty of audience involvement and many other annual Christmas Revels touchstones.

Christmas Time - Holiday Musical Spectacular - Waltham
This holiday season musical revue spectacular features singing and dancing galore.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 13

Holiday on Ice - Cambridge
Families can enjoy the Holiday on Ice Celebration with free admission to the rink.

Drop-in Family Days - Concord
Come to the Umbrella Community Art Center for a free art workshop for the whole family.

Free Holiday Flicks - Somerville
The AMC at Assembly Row presents Home Alone on the big screen for free.

Homespun Winter Crafts - Harvard
Let the winter season be your inspiration and create a beautiful seasonal decorations for your home.

Santa Skate & Toy Drive - Boston
Bring an unwrapped toy and enjoy complimentary skating to the sounds of the season.

Middle Street Walk - Gloucester
Gloucester's historic neighborhood welcomes visitors for an afternoon of special events.

Kids' Show: Magic By Scott Jameson - Brookline
Join magician and juggler Scott Jameson for an extraordinary performance that will have you laughing out loud.

Ben Rudnick & Friends Holiday Extravaganza - Arlington
Ben and Friends perform Christmas and Chanukah songs at the Regent Theatre.

Family Gingerbread House Workshop - Dover, NH
The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire hosts an annual decorating workshop for families.

Dangling Decorations - Topsfield
Children create woodland decorations from items collected in nature.

SUNDAY DECEMBER 14

PJ Library® Celebrates Chanukah with BCM - Boston
Enjoy all your favorite Boston Children's Museum exhibits, plus special Chanukah activities.

Christmas Party with Santa - Maynard
Santa Claus comes to Jam Time in Maynard.

Carols & Cookies: Holiday Concert and Bake Sale - Wakefield
Holiday music, delicious homemade baked goods, and musical guests add up to an afternoon of fun.

The Winter Wonderland Family Festival - Brookline
This event features a magic show, gingerbread cookie decorating, holiday arts & crafts, and photo opportunities with Santa Claus.

Author Event: Anne Broyles - Jamaica Plain
Arturo and the Navidad Birds is an award-winning bilingual English/Spanish story about a boy named Arturo.

WCRB Celebrates the Holidays - Boston
The Boston Children's Chorus performs holiday favorites during an intimate, one-hour concert.

Charles Hotel Skating Rink Opening Celebration - Cambridge
The rink opens the season with a skating party.

American Girl Doll Tea - North Andover
Children bring their own dolls and enjoy a light meal followed by crafts and story time.

Klezmer Dance Party - Arlington
Families can join neighbors and friends in a Klezmer music and dance party.

Explore Winter Stories Through Music - Cambridge
Celebrate the winter season with live performance, musical story telling, creative movement and art.

Fancy Nancy's Fanciest Doll Party - Wenham
Children can bring their fanciest dolls to a swanky tea party with Mrs. Devine.

Brunch With Santa - Canton
Families can enjoy brunch and a visit with Santa.