URGENT UPDATE: Free holiday events are taking place across Boston this week, offering families festive fun and engaging activities from December 22-28, 2023. These events are perfect for embracing the holiday spirit without breaking the bank.
The Boston Public Market is kicking off the festivities with a free puppet show by Rosalita’s Puppets. Artistic director Charlotte Dore, dressed as a holiday elf, will perform on December 22 from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. Attendees can enjoy three enchanting stories featuring whimsical characters, including a large polar bear puppet. Don’t miss this delightful opportunity at 100 Hanover St.!
In a rare revival, the Old State House will host trumpet carols for the first time in 80 years. On Christmas Eve at noon, trumpet players will perform beloved holiday classics from the historic balcony, filling State Street with festive music. Join the celebration on December 24 from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. at 310 Washington St..
Experience a unique twist on the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge at a special Christmas Eve service at First Parish in Brookline. This event will include readings from Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol”, followed by a choral performance and sing-along. Bring the family on December 24 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. to 382 Walnut St..
For hands-on fun, the Metropolitan Waterworks Museum presents its Candy Engineering workshop, inviting children to create balloon rockets and gingerbread houses. This free event runs on December 26 and 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 2450 Beacon St., Chestnut Hill.
If you enjoy nature, join a guided walk hosted by Earthwise Aware at the Middlesex Fells Reservation. This 3.5-hour hike on December 27 from 9:30 a.m. to noon will focus on local biodiversity, and participants are encouraged to use the iNaturalist app to document their findings. Meet at 21 Executive Drive, Stoneham.
Finally, for a quick treat, Curio Spice Co. will be offering free popcorn seasoned with unique spice blends on December 27 from noon to 4:00 p.m. at 2267 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, while supplies last.
Keep an eye on individual event websites for the latest updates. For more free events and special offers, send information at least ten days in advance to [email protected].
Don’t let this festive week pass you by—share these exciting opportunities with friends and family now!
