Craft Fair at the Hunt Recreation Center
Nov 16 | 9 am – 2 pm
Don’t miss the annual Craft Fair, where creativity comes to life! Explore a diverse selection of handmade goods from local artisans, including unique jewelry, home
décor, artwork, and more. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for the
perfect gift, there’s something for everyone.
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Early Bird Pajama Party at
Debra’s Natural Gourmet
Nov 23 | 5 – 9 am
Put on your most festive pjs and head to Debra’s for their annual early bird sale. Take advantage of great discounts to stock up on Thanksgiving and holiday favorites. Then stroll along Commonwealth Avenue and visit the many other shops that join in the fun of this early bird pre-Thanksgiving tradition. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com
Family Trees
| Courtesy of the Concord MuseumThe 29th Annual Family Trees:
A Celebration of Children’s Literature
Nov 27 – Jan 1
Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm
This annual family-focused event celebrates children’s books and a love of reading through dozens of decorated story trees. Each tree features hand-made decorations inspired by a picture book. Visitors can explore the artistic trees and families can sit and read together or do a festive scavenger hunt. Related events, including An Afternoon with Authors & Illustrators, Costume Character Day, and Holiday Members’ Night will take place in December. ConcordMuseum.org
Concord Turkey Trot
Nov 28 | 8:30 am
Kick off your Thanksgiving holiday by joining the 2024 Concord Turkey Trot! All proceeds support Open Table, so why not come out
and walk or run for a great charity?
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Holiday Tree Lighting
| Courtesy of the Town of ConcordConcord Center Tree Lighting
Dec 1 | 3 – 6 pm
Head down to Concord Center for a day of exciting holiday events. There will be vendors and performers throughout the day. The Concord Players will be singing carols from 3:45 - 4:15 pm on the Walden Street Post Office steps. Inside The Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden Street, enjoy festive music from The Concord Band along with hot cocoa and refreshments, followed by the traditional parade to Monument Square that begins at 4:50 pm to greet Santa and light the tree. VisitConcord.org
The Concord Players caroling
| Courtesy of the Concord PlayersMenorah Display at Debra’s Natural Gourmet
Dec 1 – 31
Stop by and admire the remarkable collection of menorahs held in trust for the community. This tradition, begun 35 years ago by Debra Stark is continued by her son, Adam, to share the Festival of Lights with all. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com
Gingerbread House Display
Dec 1 - 31
The Concord Free Public Library will once again display Dr. Andrea Resciniti’s stunning holiday gingerbread house. Come and be inspired to create your own work of art for the holidays. ConcordLibrary.org
Candlelight Christmas at The Old Manse
Dec 6, 7, 13 & 14 | 5:30 pm - 8 pm
Celebrate the season and enjoy the warm glow of candlelight at The Old Manse Museum as you explore the house decorated for Christmas. Learn about how residents celebrated Christmas through the centuries. Warm up with hot cider and cookies in the gift shop while you finish your holiday shopping. TheTrustees.org/theoldmanse
Winter Market at The Umbrella
Arts Center
Dec 6 – 8
A holiday tradition! The Winter Market
features dozens of local and regional artists displaying unique, handmade pieces. There
are demonstrations by the artists, live music,
a holiday café, and much more. TheUmbrellaArts.org
Holiday House Tour
| Courtesy of the Concord MuseumThe 14th Annual Holiday House Tour
Dec 7
Get in the holiday spirit and discover inspiration for decorating your own home at the 14th Annual Holiday House Tour! Visit six of Concord’s most beautiful homes, festively decorated for the holiday season. The tour will highlight historical homes in honor of the approaching 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. ConcordMuseum.org
Jan Turnquist dressed as Louisa May Alcott
| Courtesy Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard HouseAn Old-Fashioned Christmas
at Orchard House
Dec 7 – 15
Dec 7 and 14: 10 am – 5 pm
Dec 8 and 15: 11 am – 5 pm
Visit with the Alcotts, their notable neighbors, and faithful friends while they prepare for holiday celebrations. Enjoy interacting with living history portrayers as they share Alcott traditions, and savor the cozy, fun-loving ambiance of the household from days gone by. Live music and caroling, theatricals and tableaux, along with take-home craft activities and unique mementos are all part of this heartwarming experience. LouisaMayAlcott.org
Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration 2023
| Courtesy of Kerem ShalomChanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration
Dec 11 | 5 pm
The Town of Concord and Kerem Shalom present a Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration. Bring the family as the menorah is blessed and lit. Enjoy music, games, and more. Location to be determined. VisitConcord.org
Holiday Pops with the Firebird Pops Orchestra at The Umbrella Arts Center
Dec 13 – 15
Firebird Pops Orchestra and Firebird Vox Choir are back with another sensational holiday concert! TheUmbrellaArts.org
Holiday Pops with the Concord Band
Dec 14 | 7 – 9 pm
Holiday Pops returns with your favorite tunes, guest artists, and audience sing-alongs. It’s sure to be an evening to remember! ConcordBand.org
West Concord Holiday Stroll
Dec 14 | 10 am – 2 pm
Join in the magic of the holidays as Mr.
and Mrs. Santa Claus welcome you to
West Concord. Shops will be serving holiday
treats, and you’ll find plenty of great sales
to make holiday shopping a joy. VisitConcord.org
Jolabokaflod at Barrow Bookstore
Dec 23 – 24
Dec 23: 10 am – 5 pm
Dec 24: 10 am – 3 pm
Don’t miss this joyful celebration of the Icelandic tradition of receiving books on Christmas Eve and spending the night reading. Stop by the bookstore to pick up a free wrapped book and a packet of hot chocolate. Weather permitting, the books
will be outside in Barrow’s book carts. In the case of bad weather, books will be available inside the store. BarrowBookstore.c