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Bright Nights at Forest Park, Military & Emergency Responders Night

Forest Park 300 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA

With flags lining the entrance to Bright Nights at Forest Park, emergency first responders, active and retired members of the military and their families will be greeted at the entrance by their colleagues in law enforcement, fire safety, emergency medical services, and the armed forces. They and everyone in their car will be treated to […]

Yankee Candle Village, Santa

Yankee Candle Village 25 Greenfield Road, South Deerfield, MA

Santa will be here for IN PERSON! This magical Santa Experience includes a ton of holiday fun! Write and mail a letter to Santa, take a photo in his sleigh, enter to win holiday raffle prizes and more! Come early or stay after to complete the Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt. Book your appointment and buy your […]

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  

Event Series Storrowton Village, Yuletide at Storrowton

Storrowton Village, Yuletide at Storrowton

Storrowton Village at ESE 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA

YULETIDE WEEKEND - DECEMBER 2-3 Eastern States Exposition presents Yuletide at Storrowton Village Museum events each year during the first weekend in December with free activities and through the following week with paid tours, workshops and lantern light experiences. The winter festival brings the community together to celebrate the season with traditional Yuletide activities, entertainment, […]

Holyoke Mall, Sensory Friendly Santa!

Holyoke Mall 50 Holyoke St, Holyoke, MA

Celebrate Santa’s magic in an inclusive atmosphere on Sunday, December 3, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in Café Square. Exclusively for children & families with special needs.  Donations will be collected on behalf of Autism Speaks. Reservations are required for this private photo experience.  Make your reservation for Sensory Santa HERE! Autism Speaks is thrilled […]

Event Series Holyoke Mall, Pet Night With Santa!

Holyoke Mall, Pet Night With Santa!

Holyoke Mall 50 Holyoke St, Holyoke, MA

Bring your furry friends to Holyoke Mall on Monday, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Café Square for Pet Night with Santa! Various photo packages will be available for purchase during the event. Reserve your spot HERE!  Santa is comfortable with most pets, however, please leave snakes and rodents at home.    

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Connecticut Science Center, Open February Vacation Week

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school. From 10AM to 4PM every day between February 17 and 25, our doors will be open to enjoy more than 165 hands-on exhibits spread over four floors, daily LIVE Science demonstrations, […]

$27.99

Springfield, From the Heart of Israel: Reflections on Resilience and Strength

Springfield Jewish Community Center 1160 Dickinson St, Springfield, MA, United States

Join the Springfield JCC for a morning with Professor Ilan Troen as he shares his firsthand account of Israel’s October 7 terrorist attacks where his daughter and son-in-law were murdered. A distinguished historian of Israel and Jewish studies and resident of Beer-Sheva, Professor Troen will contextualize the complications in the aftermath of October 7 for […]

Free

Holyoke, St. Patrick’s Day Parade

St. Patrick's Parade Route Rt. 5, Northampton Street. Ends on High Street, Holyoke, MA

There are many reasons why the people of Holyoke love their city, but one reason that is prominent for many residents is the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Parade weekend, and the many events preceding it, is a time for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together and celebrate the city's rich history. […]