Shalin Liu Performance Center
On Christmas Eve, despairing George Bailey meets guardian angel Clarence, who shows him what life in Bedford Falls would be like if he’d never been born. Realizing his worth through the lives he’s touched, George returns home to a flood of community support—and a joyous reminder of life’s true riches.
Gloucester Stage
Featuring Big Band Jazz and Blues favorites, New Orleans Singer/Bandleader Henri Smith brings his 7-piece band back to the Gloucester Stage for a special New Orleans Holiday concert. Performance at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center, Home of Gloucester Stage Company, Saturday, December 20th at 7:00pm.
Newburyport Art Association
Newburyport Art (NAA) concludes its year of exhibitions with Members’ Hometown Stories and Great Marsh Meditations, a featured artist show by C. Max Schenk. Both exhibits run concurrently from December 5th to December 21st. Hometown Stories asked artists to submit work inspired by their hometown, whether a place where they grew up or currently reside....
Marble Ridge Winery
Santa’s returning to the Winery for a special family day! Reserve your table with your family for time with Santa, cookie decorating, a hot chocolate bar, and of course, wine! Tickets will sell out - book at marbleridgewinery.com
Shalin Liu Performance Center
The beloved Irish folk supergroup, called the “hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet” (The Irish Echo) returns for a festive holiday concert celebrating the winter solstice. Don’t miss some of the finest pickers, pipers and fiddlers in the world—Lúnasa will get your spirit (and your feet) moving! Formed in 1997, Lúnasa has long been...
Oak Hill Cemetery
What better time than Winter Solstice to grab a flashlight and join us for a walk through historic Oak Hill Cemetery on the longest night of the year? To add to the intimacy and atmosphere of darkness, many epitaphs are easiest to read by flashlight. Join noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth, a 12th generation...
North Shore Music Theatre
New England’s brightest holiday tradition! An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs this award-winning...
Jingle all the way to the harbor as our Holiday Pop-Up Bar returns this season on December 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 22nd from 6:00PM-9:00PM. Enjoy champagne, seasonal cocktails, light bites, festive décor, and live music in our oceanfront Grand Ballroom and Pavilion Rooms, with General Admission starting at $15 and upgraded premier seating available.
Beauport Hotel Gloucester
Celebrate Christmas by the Sea at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar. On December 25th, reservations are available from 11:30AM – 6:30PM, offering a joyful coastal dining experience crafted to make your holiday memorable. Enjoy À La Carte Christmas Specials thoughtfully curated with seasonal starters, such as Mushroom Bisque with truffle and chive crème fraîche. Entrées...
Wenham Museum
Get Ready for Yo-Yo Fun! Join us for an unforgettable performance by John Higby — the Yo-Yo Guy! With lightning-fast tricks, laugh-out-loud comedy, and jaw-dropping stunts, John brings his award-winning yo-yo show to Wenham Museum! He’s performed around the world, holds four Guinness World Records, and even walks on a giant yo-yo! This high-energy, interactive...
Wenham Museum
🎩✨ Abracadabra — It’s Magic Fred! ✨🎩 Get ready to laugh, gasp, and shout “How did he do that?!” as Magic Fred brings his hilarious, high-energy magic show to Wenham Museum! With music, puppets, and plenty of silly surprises, this one-of-a-kind show will have kids and grown-ups smiling from ear to ear. Recommended for ages...
