Craft Fair at the Hunt Recreation Center
Nov 15 | 9 am – 2 pm
Kick off your holiday shopping at the annual craft fair, where local artisans present a stunning array of handmade jewelry, paintings, fiber arts, and more. You’re sure to find the perfect gifts for family, friends, or even yourself. ConcordRec.Myrec.com
Early Bird Pajama Party at
Debra’s Natural Gourmet
Nov 22 | 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 pre-Thanksgiving tradition. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com
30 Years of Family Trees: A Celebration
of Children’s Literature
Nov 22 – Jan 4
Tuesday to Friday: 10 am to 4 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm
This is one of Concord’s most cherished family events. Each year, Barefoot Books partners with Concord Museum to create a wonderland of holiday trees, each ornamented with hand-made decorations inspired by a picture book. Sit and read together or join in a festive scavenger hunt. This year’s trees will feature a mix of classic children’s books – from Goodnight Moon to the Very Hungry Caterpillar – and inspiring new books, many by local authors. Related events, including a birthday party to celebrate 30 years of Family Trees, will take place in December. ConcordMuseum.org
Concord Turkey Trot
Nov 27 | 8:30 am
Start Thanksgiving Day by running for a good cause. Join the 2025 Concord Turkey Trot and support Open Table charity.
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©istock.com/Drazan Zigic Menorah Display at Debra’s Natural Gourmet | December
Thirty-six years ago, Debra Stark began the annual tradition of sharing the Festival of Lights with the community by displaying her collection of menorahs in the windows of Debra’s Natural Gourmet. Today, her son Adam continues the tradition. Stop by and admire the remarkable collection of menorahs held in trust for the community. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com
Gingerbread House Display | December
The Concord Free Public Library will once again display Dr. Andrea Resciniti’s stunning holiday gingerbread house. You’ll be amazed at the intricacy and wonder of her work. ConcordLibrary.org
Winter Market at The Umbrella Arts Center | Dec 5 - 7
A holiday tradition! The Winter Market features more than 70 local and regional artists displaying unique, handmade pieces. There are demonstrations by the artists, live music, a holiday café, and much more. TheUmbrellaArts.org
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The 15th Annual Holiday House Tour
Dec 6 | 10 am - 4 pm
Home for the holidays…the phrase conjures memories of magical times made even more special by a beautifully decorated home filled with cherished holiday heirlooms or unique new decorations. This is your chance to visit six of Concord’s most beautiful homes, festively decorated for the holiday season. ConcordMuseum.org
Concord Center Tree Lighting
Dec 7 | 3 - 6 pm
Make it a family tradition to welcome the festive season with the Town of Concord’s Annual Tree Lighting. There will be a parade, outdoor entertainment, festive store fronts, hot cocoa, and much more. The Concord Players will be singing carols from 3:45 – 4:15 on the steps of the Post Office on Walden Street. Inside the Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden Street, enjoy festive holiday music from The Concord Band along with hot cocoa and refreshments. Santa will even make his way down Main Street aboard one of Concord’s fire trucks to light the Town Tree! ConcordRec.Myrec.com
Holiday Pops at the Umbrella Arts Center
Holiday Pops with the Firebird Pops Orchestra at The Umbrella Arts Center
Dec 12 at 7:30 pm
Dec 13 at 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm
Dec 14 at 3:00 pm
Join the Firebird Pops Orchestra and Firebird Vox Choir as they present another extraordinary holiday concert!
TheUmbrellaArts.org
Concord Players Caroling
West Concord Holiday Stroll
Dec 13 | 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
Holiday Pops with the Concord Band
Dec 13 | 6 – 8 pm
A Concord tradition since 1976, Holiday Pops returns with your favorite tunes, guest artists, and audience sing-alongs. It’s sure to be an evening to remember! ConcordBand.org
An Old-Fashioned Christmas
at Orchard House
Dec 13 and 20: 10 am – 5 pm
Dec 14 and 21: 12 pm – 5 pm
Experience all the joys of Christmas through seasonal sights, scents, and sounds within the festive, tastefully decorated Alcott home during the Annual Holiday Living History Program that has been a family favorite for decades! 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 ambiance of the household from days gone by. LouisaMayAlcott.org
Latkes & Laughter: A Holiday
Celebration | Dec 17
Join the Town of Concord and Kerem Shalom for a Chanukah celebration. Enjoy music, games, crafts, more. Harvey Wheeler Community Center. VisitConcord.org
Jolabokaflod at Barrow Bookstore
| ©Barrow BookstoreJolabokaflod at Barrow Bookstore
Dec 23: 10 am – 5 pm
Dec 24: 10 am – 3 pm
Is there anything better than curling up with a good book on a cold winter evening? Barrow Bookstore has revived the Icelandic tradition of receiving books on Christmas Eve and spending the night reading. Stop by to pick up a free wrapped book and a packet of hot chocolate. Weather permitting, the books will be outside in Barrow’s book cart. In the event of bad weather, books will be available inside the store. BarrowBookstore.com
Winter Wonderland
Jan 24 | 1:00 pm
It’s a new year, but the winter fun isn’t over. Head to Emerson Field / Hunt Recreation Center for a day of horse drawn sleigh rides, food, music, a bonfire, and more. ConcordRec.myrec.co