North of Boston

Deck The Halls Holiday Celebration at Hammond Castle Museum
2024-12-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-28 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-22 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Join us for the 2024 Holiday Season as we proudly present our sixth annual “Deck The Halls” holiday celebration! Delight in the enchanting ambiance of Christmas and White Birch trees, meticulously arranged garlands, festive wreaths, and the warm embrace of candlelight that will envelop you throughout your tour of the Hammond Castle Museum. Immerse yourself in a bygone era of opulent tranquility and holiday grandeur that promises to be unlike any other experience on the North Shore.

Children's Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
2024-12-29 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq. West, Salem, 01970, United States
Children’s Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel 10/6
Workshop Time: 9am-12pm Sunday October 6, 2024
Activity Length: 20 minutes
Location: The Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem MA 01970
Hosted By: This is a self-guided activity overseen by Good Witch Apprentices
Decorate a magical broom with craft tape, stickers, ribbon, tulle and a charm.
Under age 4 may participate with the help of a supervising adult.
Ticket purchase only admits one (1) participating child.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Moondance
2024-12-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get ready to rock with the ultimate Van Morrison tribute concert – Moondance! Experience the magic of Van the Man’s timeless classics like never before. From the iconic Brown Eyed Girl to the soulful Moondance, and the infectious energy of Domino, this show has it all. Join us for a night filled with unforgettable hits including It Stoned Me, Tupelo Honey, Wild Night, Into The Mystic, Caravan, and more. Don’t miss out on this electrifying journey through the legendary Van Morrison’s greatest hits!
Thelarcom.org/moondance

Children's Witch Hat Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
2024-12-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq. West, Salem, 01970, United States
Children’s Witch Hat Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
Activity Length: 30 minutes
Location: The Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem MA 01970 Second Floor, Pickman Room
Hosted By: This is a self-guided activity overseen by Good Witch Apprentices
Decorate a magical witch hat in the color of your choice with craft gems, stickers, ribbon, tulle and a charm.
Under age 4 may participate with the help of a supervising adult.
Ticket purchase only admits one (1) participating child.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Zane Christopher
2024-12-27 20:00 - 23:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
12/27/24
Reserved Rails and G.A. Standing 8:00pm doors / 8:30pm show
21+, Positive I.D. Required $15-25
Zane Christopher is a 24-year-old singer-songwriter from New England. A coastal kid, his music plays true to his roots. Zane got his start when he was 19 in Nantucket, MA. After his shifts at a local restaurant, he would play music for friends at bonfires on the beach. He released his debut single “Road Song” and garnered a surprisingly positive reaction from the masses. Since then, Zane has put out 7 singles, and is now working on his debut album Awaken slated for next year. A notable collaborator on his music is producer Jon Gilbert (Mt. Joy, Oliver Hazard, Flipturn, Arcy Drive).

Start Making Sense - Talking Heads Tribute
2024-12-27 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Prepare yourself for a rockin’, funkin’, danceable celebration of the new-wave art punk you loved from the 80’s!
If David Byrne is one of the geniuses of modern times, then Start Making Sense is a tribute to genius. The musicians in this 7 piece Talking Heads Tribute take pride in faithfully recreating the music of Talking Heads’ entire career. Together they bring much of the Heads unique live show to the stage, with front man Jon Braun as a spot-on David Byrne, giving you a “once in a lifetime” experience.

Free Movie Screening of New. Re-edited version of “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians”.
2024-12-27 14:30 - 16:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
The original 1964 film ‘Santa Claus Conquers the Martians!’ is a campy sci-fi holiday movie that has gained a reputation for being so bad it’s good, regularly appearing on lists of the worst films ever made. Local editor, Andy Diskes, has breathed new life into 1964’s “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” with a fresh edit, preserving the movie’s campy spirit and low-budget special effects, while trimming down its notorious pacing. This streamlined one hour (approx.) version promises a zany, nostalgic experience without losing respect for the original cast and production.
SYNOPSIS:
When Martian children grow unhappy and fixated on Earth’s Christmas traditions, their leaders decide to kidnap Santa Claus to bring joy to Mars. Along the way, they also capture two Earth children who help Santa spread Christmas cheer, despite sabotage attempts by the grumpy Martian Voldar. Santa’s kindness and holiday spirit transform the Martian society, leaving everyone happier as he returns to Earth.
Playing for one performance only at The LARCOM THEATER:
13 Wallis St., Beverly, MA
Make a reservation by calling (978) 500-8832 or emailing neverlandtheatre@comcast.net .
AUDIENCE INVITED TO COME IN COSTUME dressed as a Martian or their favorite Holiday / Christmas character!

Magic Fred the Magician
2024-12-27 14:00 - 14:45 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Come to the museum to watch Magic Fred’s amazing magic show! With music, puppets, and plenty of magic, Magic Fred’s one-of-a-kind show will have you laughing the whole time. Join us for this fun event!
Recommended for ages 6 and up. The program is approximately 45 minutes in length.
Shows at 10:30 AM and 2 PM. Register for the 10:30 AM show here.

Event: The Mysteries of Anna Eva Fay
2024-12-27 13:00 - 14:30 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Know before you go
In-person event
Location: Morse Auditorium
Included with admission
This event includes loud, sudden noises.
Join Jennifer and Gene Yee of Yee Magik to unveil the life and secrets of spiritualist and magician Anna Eva Fay!
Born in 1851, Fay toured internationally as a medium and mentalist and became a household name during the late 19th and early 20th century. Together with her second husband David Pingree, she also became a highly successful philanthropist, collector and entrepreneur, owning multiple quarries and a steamship line. The Fay-Pingree home in Melrose, Massachusetts, Heathman Manor, was visited by Fay’s notable friends such as Harry Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Fay’s great-grandniece Jennifer Yee and Jennifer’s husband Gene will present an interactive lecture on Fay, who is still revered today. Follow the Yees’ decades-long search for lost history and genealogy as they tell how they came to reside at Heathman Manor and carry on Fay’s legacy. Besides broadsides, lithographs and ephemera from Fay’s performances, including one of her earliest-known public photos, audience members might catch a glimpse of a levitating object or a galvanometer with which scientists attempted to divine Fay’s secrets! The performance will also offer a rare peek behind the scenes at spirit cabinets and their roles in art and performance. After a short Q & A, be prepared to witness a rare performance of the cabinet — don’t blink, or you’ll miss something!
The Yees will be available for a meet-and-greet in Morse Alcove after the performance.

Deck The Halls by Candlelight at Hammond Castle Museum
2024-12-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Every Thursday evening in December. Tours run at 6, 7, & 8pm.
Join us for our 6th annual Deck The Halls holiday celebration. Hammond Castle Museum will be dressed for the holidays inside and out.
Begin your evening as you come upon our holiday illumination where holiday lights set the Castle and our iconic arches aglow. Then, enter the Museum and delight in the enchanting ambiance of White Birch and Christmas trees, meticulously arranged garlands, festive wreaths, and the warm embrace of candlelight that will envelop you throughout your tour of the Hammond Castle Museum. Immerse yourself in a bygone era of opulent tranquility and holiday grandeur that promises to be unlike any other experience on the North Shore.
Following the advice of his mentor Alexander Graham Bell, John Hays Hammond Jr. conducted the majority of his work in the evening. While this put Hammond at odds with the rest of the inhabitants of the castle – including his wife Irene – he concluded that working throughout the night and sleeping during the day positively impacted his work as an inventor. With this in mind, “Candlelight tours” are offered on Thursday evenings throughout December. Guides will escort visitors through the Museum’s many rooms placing an emphasis on the Hammonds themselves and the time that they spent in their castle home. Electronic candles will be provided for optional use during the Candlelight Tours.

The Yo-Yo Guy
2024-12-26 10:30 - 11:15 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Join us for a performance by John Higby, the Yo-Yo Guy!
He has performed his unique high-energy comedy yo-yo show in 26 countries from New Zealand to Japan, holds the world yo-yo champion title and 4 Guinness World Records. He has been featured on David Letterman, Discovery Channel’s Time Warp, Comedy Central, The Guinness World Record Show, Fetch with Ruff Ruffman on PBS, and even has his own Topps trading card! ESPN magazine coined him “Unsung Hero” of 2008. The Yo-Yo Guy is an interactive performance with yo-yos, a unicycle, and a giant yo-yo that John walks on! Specializing in family shows, this event is great for all ages.
The program is approximately 45 minutes in length. Learn more about the Yo-Yo Guy at www.yoyoshow.com.
Shows at 10:30 AM and 2 PM. Register for the 2 PM show here.

Story-Time & Craft Wednesday
2024-12-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
NEW PROGRAM ALERT!! Summer is the PERFECT time for outdoor story time and craft making! This BRAND NEW family event is an extension of our Newburyport Arts and Culture Shanties Program and will take place each Wednesday in the Pop Up Park on Merrimac Street – where the Shanties are currently located. Come join the fun this Wednesday and see what it’s all about!
Running each Wednesday until August 21st from 10 AM-12 PM
Free of charge, but donations are welcome

Beauport Hotel Jingle Bar
2024-12-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Jingle and mingle with us this holiday season, our holiday pop-up bar is back! Join us from 6-9 PM on December 4th, December 11th, December 18th, and December 23rd for our annual Jingle Bar with General Admission passes starting at $10. Sip on champagne and holiday seasonal cocktails, relax by the fireplaces, savor light bites, and enjoy our festive trees and décor to the sounds of live musical entertainment. For an elevated Jingle Bar experience, we are offering reserved premiere table seating this year with two different seating areas available: Prime seating in our Main Jingle Bar Room and a more intimate experience in our Pavilion Room, adjacent to the Main Room. Learn More & Book Now: https://bit.ly/3AF6Oyq

A Christmas Carol at North Shore Music Theatre
2024-12-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-12-22 14:00 - 16:00 | North Shore Music Theatre, Dunham Road 54, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
New England’s brightest holiday tradition is celebrating its 35th Anniversary! An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Played by David Coffee, joined once again by Cheryl McMahon as Mrs Dilber/Mrs. Fezziwig for their 30th production) 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 like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boar’s Head Carol,” and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,” this award-winning production was created specifically for North Shore Music Theatre and has been seen by more than one million people since its debut in 1989.

Nefesh Mountain - Love And Light Tour
2024-12-22 19:00 - 23:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
12/22/24
Reserved floor seating, reserved rail seating, G.A Standing. 7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show
All Ages (Under 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent). $30-$25
“A POWERHOUSE UNIT”
– ROLLING STONE
The New York based Progressive Americana group Nefesh Mountain Band has been hailed as one of the formative boundary-pushing ensembles in roots music. The band’s creators and dynamic husband and wife team of Eric Lindberg and Doni Zasloff have created a world and sound all their own; blurring the lines between Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Jazz and Blues with a masterful hand as songwriters, instrumentalists and composers alike.
For the past 4 years the Americana powerhouse has been hitting the road on their highly anticipated yearly “Love And Light Tour”. The tour aims to put forth messages of inclusivity, unity, diversity and love,
Nefesh Mountain has recorded and shared the stage with Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Bryan Sutton, John Doyle, Noam Pikelny (Punch Brothers), Mark Schatz (Bèla Fleck, Nickel Creek), Mike Gordon (Phish) and Tony Trischka among many others. The Troubadours along with their band continue to forge new paths in unknown territory, armed with Zasloff and Lindberg’s strong, smokey, and folksy vocals and Lindberg’s soulful and masterful skills on acoustic and electric guitars and banjo.

Winter Blues with Betsi Feathers Burlesque
2024-12-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Is it getting hot in here or is it just us? Come warm up those “Winter Blues” with the illustrious Betsi Feathers burlesque troupe. The weather may be icy, but these babes are spicy. Join us for a wintry burlesque show on Sunday, December 22nd!

Christmas in Rockport
2024-12-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockport, MA, Rockport, M, 01966, United States
Join us in Rockport throughout the month of December for holiday fun and celebrations! Kicking off with Mistletoe Madness on November 22, visit the local merchants for some great deals on holiday gifts. Your kids will love searching for clues to help answer Sammy the Seagull’s riddle to win prizes. Santa arrives in style by boat at T-Wharf on Saturday, December 7 for photos, followed by the Dock Square Tree Lighting ceremony. A Menorah Lighting will be held on December 26th, the second day of Chanukah. Strolling musician and carolers will entertain you while shopping on Saturday afternoon, December 14. The Christmas Pageant, a live nativity re-enactment, takes place on Saturday, December 21. For the shopping procrastinators, Last Minute Stocking Stuffer weekend is December 21 & 22, when you can get some great “last minute” deals. To cap off the month of festivities, Rockport New Year’s Eve offers a full night of entertainment, starting at 4 PM until the ball drop at midnight!

Jackie Fabulous
2024-12-21 21:00 - 23:00 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Jackie Fabulous is a stand-up comedian, actress and writer who’s been featured three times on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, America’s Got Talent: All Stars, Showtime’s Flatbush Misdemeanors, The Arsenio Hall Show, HBO’s Pause, That Damn Michael Che and much more. In addition to her television appearances Jackie’s hilarious and affable stand-up can be seen across the country as she tours America’s top comedy clubs. Her hour special “Menoplause” is available now.

Livingston Taylor
2024-12-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Enjoy the much anticipated return of folk’s legendary Livingston Taylor, performing such hits as “Carolina Day,” “Get out of Bed,” “I Will Be in Love with You” and “I’ll Come Running.” From upbeat storytelling to touching ballads inspired by a varied repertoire of folk, pop, gospel and jazz, Taylor is known for his ability to take audiences on a musical journey.
ABOUT
Livingston Taylor’s musical journey began at 13 when he picked up his first guitar, sparking a career spanning over five decades. By 19, Livingston had recorded his first album, and he has since been crafting original songs and interpreting classics, earning a dedicated global fanbase. His hits like “Carolina Day” and “I Will Be in Love with You” have showcased his versatility across genres such as folk, pop, gospel, and jazz.
Throughout his career, Livingston has performed with major artists such as Joni Mitchell and Fleetwood Mac, and his concerts are known for their warmth and personal storytelling. His extensive touring, both solo and with symphony orchestras, highlights his dynamic stage presence and deep musical knowledge. Beyond performing, Livingston has significantly contributed to music education, teaching for over 30 years at Berklee College of Music and developing a renowned course on Stage Performance. His students include notable names like Charlie Puth and John Mayer.
Livingston’s influence extends beyond the stage and classroom. He authored “Stage Performance,” a comprehensive guide on enhancing performance skills, drawing from over 5,000 hours of stage experience. His achievements were celebrated in 2017 when Boston and Massachusetts declared January 18 as “Livingston Taylor Day.” The 2018 documentary “Livingston Taylor: Life is Good” further chronicled his life and career, receiving international accolades.
In recent years, Livingston released “LIVe – 50 Years of Livingston Taylor Live,” a box set commemorating his extensive career, and collaborated with American Public Television for “Livingston Taylor Live from Sellersville Theater: Songs and Stories.” Adapting to new teaching methods, he launched “The Livingston Taylor Playbook” with True Fire, an online masterclass in 2022. As of 2023, Livingston recorded with the BBC Concert Orchestra, planning to bring this collaboration to live audiences with performances featuring arrangements by Tony Award-winning composer Bill Elliott.

Little Lies
2024-12-21 19:30 - 23:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
12/21/24
Reserved Rail Stools $30
Standing $15
7:30pm doors / 8:00pm show
21+, Positive I.D. Required $15-30
Little Lies is an 8-piece tribute from Boston performing an authentic playlist of your favorite Fleetwood Mac hits. Join us for a night of romance, drama, and, of course, Rumours!
Featuring two female and two male vocalists, along with an ensemble of professional musicians dedicated to capturing the magic of one of the world’s most successful bands.
