Yankee Candle Village, Santa

Yankee Candle Village 25 Greenfield Road, South Deerfield, MA

Santa Visits and More Magical Fun Santa Visits and More Magical Fun will begin on Friday, November 1st! This magical Santa experience is more than just a visit and includes lots of holiday fun. Write and mail a letter to Santa, take a photo in his sleigh, find merry surprises in a giant advent calendar…

Norman Rockwell Museum, Exhibit

Norman Rockwell Museum 9 Route 183 (Glendale Ave), Stockbridge, MA

Anita Kunz: Original Sisters Portraits of Tenacity and Courage November 9, 2024 through May 26, 2025 Original Sisters is a series of portraits that reveals and honors the contributions of history-making women. To create the series, award-winning illustrator Anita Kunz carefully researched, wrote about, and portrayed each subject, sometimes compiling scant available information to establish a more…

The Eric Carle Museum, Exhibits

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art 125 W Bay Road, Amherst, MA

The Carle’s picture-book exhibitions showcase a variety of artists, themes, and styles. Our three galleries host six original shows a year, so there is always something new to see! Free to Be. . . You and Me: 50 Years of Stories and Songs November 16, 2024 - April 6, 2025 Central Gallery Free to Be…You and…

Inn on Boltwood, Carle Family Adventure

Inn on Boltwood 30 Boltwood Ave, Amherst, MA

For families seeking a memorable experience centered around the Eric Carle Museum, our Carle Family Adventure Package offers museum tickets, a book, plushies inspired by Eric Carle's characters, and a $50.00 food & beverage credit in 30Boltwood for a well-rounded stay, creating an enriching experience for both children and parents alike. For more information abut…

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory, Holiday Shopping

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory 281 Greenfield Rd, South Deerfield, MA

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Come spend some of it in our butterfly paradise! Looking for a unique gift this year that might bring some joy? How about a butterfly? Check out our store! Real butterfly ornaments made here at Magic Wings! They are on display in limited numbers in our gift…

Connecticut Science Center, Holiday Forest of Illusions

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

YOU WON’T BELIEVE YOUR EYES Step into the Holiday Forest of Illusions, where festive wonder hides around every turn, challenging your perception in dazzling ways. Stroll through snow-dusted trees, follow candy-cane paths, and enjoy cheerful holiday music filling the air. The forest has undergone a merry makeover—peer into a kaleidoscope of swirling snowflakes, step into festive…

Connecticut Science Center, Winter Wonderland

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Holiday Enchantment at the Connecticut Science Center is the ultimate seasonal celebration for the entire family. Wander through dazzling holiday displays, featuring a magnificent 16-foot tree in Science Alley. Hop into Santa’s sleigh for a picture-perfect moment or meet Santa himself for a photo you’ll treasure. Kids will delight in the Polar PlayZone, packed with…

The Ice Rink at MGM Springfield

MGM Springfield One MGM Way, Springfield, MA

The rink will be open on Christmas and New Year’s Day. Visit the Lion's Den located next to the Rink! Enjoy a festive cocktail, warm up with a hot chocolate or choose from a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. NOVEMBER 29, 2024 - JANUARY 19, 2025 Monday & Tuesday Closed* Please see holiday hours Wednesday & Thursday…

Richardson’s Candy Kitchen, It’s the Holidays!

Richardson’s Candy Kitchen 500 Greenfield Road, Deerfield, MA

Send holiday cheer to family and friends near & far with gifts of comfort and joy! Our bestselling Advent Calendar Box (pictured above) is always a merry reminder of the holiday season soon to come. Everyone in our Candy Kitchen is bustling these days, crafting scrumptious confections and signature chocolates to fill the holiday box…

Springfield Museums, Annual Gingerbread Competition

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Gingerbread in Toyland November 29, 2024–December 31, 2024 In this 15th annual holiday exhibit, favorite toys and classic games will be crafted out of sugar and spice by local bakeries, residents and families, and set within a land of holiday whimsy and wonder. The Springfield Science Museum’s annual gingerbread exhibit has become one of the…

Westfield, DecemberFest

7th ANNUAL TREE JUBILEE Monday, November 18 – Wednesday, December 11, 2024 Roots Athletic Center, 181 Root Road Westfield on Weekends 7th Annual Tree Jubilee begins on November 18th and is a special fundraiser that supports WOW’s community programming. For the 4th year, it is taking place online, as well as at Roots Athletic Center, where…

Yiddish Book Center, Hanukkah ideas

Yiddish Book Center 1021 West Street, Amherst, MA

Hanukkah begins on Wed, Dec 25,  this year, so it's definitely not too early to shop now! Hanukkah Children's Books From unicorns to detectives, with plenty of latkes and even a bilingual Hanukkah story. Hanukkah Gift Ideas Menorahs, household items, book-related accessories, and other fun ideas. Hanukkah Toys and Games Memory games, arts and crafts,…

The Student Prince Restaurant, Caroling Season

The Student Prince Restaurant 8 Fort Street, Springfield, MA

The famous Fort carolers will be bringing their unforgettable holiday cheer to our dining room every night up through Dec 24th. Continue your family tradition and reserve your table today! Call For Reservations - 413-734-7475  

Celebrate the Holiday Season with The Mark Twain House & Museum

Mark Twain House & Museum 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

HOLIDAY TOURS: The Mark Twain House is decorated for the holidays!  Book your tickets for a house tour or one of our popular Living History tours with a costumed resident or servant of the house. Reserve your tickets early to ensure you see “the loveliest home that ever was” at its most lovely! The museum is currently open 7 days…

Irish Cultural Center, Tavern Carolers

The Irish Cultural Center of Western New England 429 Morgan Road, West Springfield, MA, United States

Celebrate the holiday season at the Irish House Restaurant and Trinity Pub with your family and friends! Enjoy a delicious meal in our beautifully decorated pub while listening to some of the area’s best Christmas music with the Tavern Carolers. PERFORMANCE DATES Wednesdays Music 5:30 – 8:30 pm • Doors open at 4:30 pm • December…

McCray’s Farm, Holiday Light Walkthrough

McCray’s Farm 55 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA, United States

Join Us for the Christmas Light Show! Experience the magic of our Holiday Light Stroll, featuring over 400,000 hand-strung bulbs that transform our farm into a winter wonderland. Starting November 29th at 5:00 P.M., enjoy a 30-45 minute enchanting walk filled with sparkling trees, glowing tractors, and twinkling tunnels. Tickets are $15 per person if…

The Log Cabin, Holiday To Go

The Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House 500 Easthampton Road, Holyoke, MA

holidays made easy! Option #A ROAST TURKEY DINNER WITH STUFFING, GRAVY AND CRANBERRY SAUCE $199 + TAX (4lbs of sliced turkey breast) Option #B SEASONED PRIME RIB ROAST $295 + TAX (average 5-6 lbs) Option #C GORGONZOLA SIRLOIN WITH MERLOT DEMI GLAZE $259 + TAX (Small, 6 8oz. sirloins) Option #D FILET MIGNON WITH MADEIRA…

Norman Rockwell Museum, Tours

Norman Rockwell Museum 9 Route 183 (Glendale Ave), Stockbridge, MA

Norman Rockwell’s Life and Holiday Art Guided Tours Reserve an engaging and inspiring guided tour to enhance your Museum Visit. Discover Rockwell’s artistry, the social impact of his storytelling, and learn about his early influences, training, and the arc of his career. Tour includes highlights from our winter exhibition Norman Rockwell: Home For the Holidays.  40…

Champney’s Restaurant at the Deerfield Inn, Wagon Rides

Deerfield Inn 81 Old Main St, Deerfield, MA

Perfect outside activity for a fall afternoon. Private 30-minute wagon rides by Clay Hill Farm on Old Main Street in Historic Deerfield. $75 up to 6 people $5 for each additional person up to 8. Bring your own blankets and enjoy a wonderful outdoor activity in the country. Reservations strongly suggested to guarantee your time…