URGENT UPDATE: Exciting free holiday events are taking place across Boston from December 22 to December 28, 2023, offering families and friends a chance to celebrate the season without breaking the bank. With a mix of culture, fun, and education, these events promise to keep the holiday spirit alive!
The Boston Public Market kicks off festivities with a free puppet show by Rosalita’s Puppets, starring artistic director Charlotte Dore in a festive elf costume. This enchanting performance features delightful tales suited for all ages, including whimsical characters like living snowmen and a large polar bear puppet. Join the fun on December 22 from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at 100 Hanover St. For more information, visit bostonpublicmarket.org.
In a remarkable revival, the Old State House will host trumpet carols for the first time in 80 years. This beloved tradition, which began in 1913, returns on Christmas Eve at noon. Enjoy the sounds of holiday classics performed by trumpeters from the balcony overlooking State Street. Don’t miss this unique celebration on December 24 from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 310 Washington St., with details available at revolutionaryspaces.org.
For those seeking a literary twist to the holiday, the First Parish in Brookline invites everyone to a special service featuring readings from Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol.” Experience the magic of the season on Christmas Eve, December 24 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 382 Walnut St.. All are welcome to enjoy the choral performances and sing-along, as detailed at firstparishinbrookline.org.
Kids can unleash their creativity at the Waterworks Museum with a hands-on Candy Engineering workshop. Running from December 26 to 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., this event offers engaging activities like building balloon rockets and gingerbread houses. The museum is located at 2450 Beacon St., and entry is free year-round; more information can be found at waterworksmuseum.org.
Nature lovers can join a guided walk hosted by Earthwise Aware in the Middlesex Fells Reservation. This event on December 27 from 9:30 a.m. to noon emphasizes local biodiversity and invites participants to use the iNaturalist app for documenting flora and fauna. Meet at 21 Executive Drive, Stoneham. For details, visit earthwiseaware.org.
If you’re in the Cambridge area, don’t miss the free popcorn pop-up at Curio Spice Co. on December 27 from noon to 4 p.m. Sample delicious popcorn seasoned with unique spice blends while supplies last at 2267 Massachusetts Ave.. More information is available at curiospice.com.
Check individual event websites for the latest updates, and feel free to share information on free events and special offers at least 10 days in advance to [email protected].
Take advantage of these exciting opportunities to celebrate the holidays in Boston! Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and enjoy these enriching experiences with family and friends!
