Christmas Events
In The Lake Winnipesaukee Area
Of New Hampshire
"I'm dreaming of a white Christmas..." ~ Bing Crosby
  
Lake Winnipesaukee is a great place to spend your holiday. There are many Christmas events to enjoy and help make it magical for the whole family. Here are some of my favorite activities to do in the area. Plus, I've added some links to make the season more enjoyable.
Live music will add warmth to your Christmas events that can't be duplicated with recorded music. Autumn Leaves, a local lakes region jazz ensemble can add an eloquent addition of Christmas music in a jazz idiom mixed with standard jazz tunes. Contact Autumn Leaves by filling out the Lake Winnipesaukee Travel Guide Contact form.
- If you're looking for Christmas music to listen to while surfing the net or doing other things around the house then you'll love this Christmas music broadcast. Family entertainment radio offers Internet holiday music 24/7 beginning Nov. 23rd at 12 noon (the day before Thanksgiving.)
November 4 - December 16, 2011 Kids Night Out Need some time to shop without the kids? Laconia Parks and Recreation is hosting a kids night out with activities, pizza, games and more. It takes place from 5:30-9pm. The cost is $15 per child. To pre-register, call 524-5046 by the Friday before. November 12, 2011 Holiday Fair - Belmont Get started early on your holiday shopping at the Belmont High School Holiday Fair. There are many vendors, food, raffle and silent auction items. It takes place at Belmont High School on Saturday, November 12th from 9:00am to 3:00pm. November 18, 2011 - January 1, 2012 The Gift of Lights Experience the Gift of Lights at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon. Experience the wonderful display of LED lights on this mile long drive through the New Hampshire Motor Speedway. There are hundreds of displays that everyone will enjoy no matter the age. Tickets are $15 per car. For more information call 888-926-7403. November 19, 2011 Salvation Army's Turkey Plunge Help raise money to help the Salvation Army. It takes place at Endicott Rock Park at Weirs Beach on November 29, 2011 from 10-2. Plunger registration packets are available Salvation Army Corps office in Laconia and at any Meredith Village Savings Bank office For more information call (603)476-5331. There's music, activities for kids and a chili/chowder lunch. November 26, 2011 Holiday Open House at the Loon Center Visit the Loon Center at Lee's Mills Road in Moultonboro where they host the annual Holiday Open House. There are kid's crafts, exhibits refreshments, face painting and Mr. Phil will be there making balloon figures, Festivities begin at 10am and Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at noon. This is one of the fun Christmas events that takes place on November 26th from 10:00am-2:00pm. Call (603)476-5666 for more information. November 25-26, 2011 Lakes Region Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair One of the Christmas events to help get your shopping started is the Lakes Region Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at the Lake Opechee Conference Center in Lakeport on November 25-26. Start some holiday shopping with these fine crafts. The craft fair is open Friday and Saturday 10:00-4:00pm with Free admission. November 26, 2011 Christmas Parade in Wolfeboro This annual Christmas parade is a fun event for the whole family. It takes place on Saturday, November 26th from 3-4pm. After the parade there's a tree lighting and Santa at Cate Park at the Town Docks. For more information on this and other Christmas events, contact the Wolfeboro Chamber of Commerce at (603)569-2200. November 27, 2011 Holiday Parade and Santa Train This is one of our favorite Christmas events. The annual holiday parade in Laconia takes place on Sunday, November 27th, at 1pm. This is a fun parade for all. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there. After the parade, there's the Santa Train at Veteran's Square for the kids. Admission is one unwrapped toy or article of clothing per child. Of course, there's always the hot cocoa and cookies available in the rotunda. Train rides are scheduled for 2:00pm, 2:30pm and 3:00pm. For more information on this and other Christmas events contact the Greater Laconia-Weirs Beach Chamber of Commerce at (603)524-5531. November 25 - December 18, 2011 Ho-Ho-Hobo Santa Express One of the totally awesome Christmas events that gets you into the holiday spirit by riding the Ho-Ho-Hobo Santa Express Train in Lincoln. Enjoy an 80 minute round trip ride along the Pemigewasset River down to the Jack O'Lantern Resort south of Woodstock. There are plenty of activities for the children. These include writing a letter to Santa and meeting him. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while watching the scenery. The trains run every weekend from Nov. 25th until Dec. 19th. For more information call (603)745-2135. November 19 - December 31, 2011 Santa's Village in Jefferson, NH Even though this is further away, I had to add Santa's Village to the list of Christmas events. During the Christmas season, Santa's Village opens up on weekends. There are a variety of activities for children to enjoy including decorating cookies, ornaments and more. In addition, there is shopping and refreshments. Only a few rides open in the summer are closed during the Christmas season. These include Rudy's Rapid Transit Coaster, Yule Log Flume and Red Hot Racer. Many of the rides have a roof over them to make everyone more comfortable. Santa's Village is open Saturday, Nov. 19th from 11am - 7pm, Sunday Nov. 20th from 11am - 6pm. Friday, Nov. 25th from 11am - 7pm. Saturdays from Nov. 26th through Dec. 17th from 11am - 7pm and Sundays from Nov. 27th through Dec. 18th plus New Year's Eve from 4pm - 9pm. December, 2010 Tonight's Sky/Season of Lights The show is about the current night sky for that particular night. They will also include a seasonal flair to this show for the month of December. This show takes place in Concord at the Christa McAuliffe Planetarium in December. This is another one of the Christmas events that is fun to see. It offers a special light show and features seasonal stories illustrated with sight, sound and space. For more information call (603)271-7827 or visit www.starhop.com. December 1-4, 2011 Christmas Village Laconia Community Center - Thursday Dec. 1st from 6-8pm, Friday, Dec 2nd from 6-8pm, Sat. and Sun. Dec. 3rd and 4th from 2-5pm. One of the most enchanting Christmas events is Christmas Village. This is a must for young children and families. The Community Center is transformed into a Christmas wonderland. Every detail is thought of from the decorations to the elves helping out. You start off with a sleigh ride, check out the trains, choose a wooden decoration and have cookies and a drink. This all leads up to the visit with Santa at the end. The children will surely feel the magic of Christmas. This event is free. Donations are gladly accepted. December 2-3, 2011 Christmas Village Fair Come and enjoy the Village Fair hosted by the Gilford Community Church. It is held Friday, Dec. 2nd from 5 - 7pm and Saturday Dec. 3rd from 9 - 3pm. There are greens, jewelry, baked goods, books, toys, luncheon, cookie walk, crafts and a silent auction. For more information call (603)524-6057. December 3, 2011 Christmas Spirit Open House Enjoy a fun day and shopping in downtown Wolfeboro on Dec. 3rd from 1-4pm. You can enjoy entertainment, refreshments and of course, shopping. For more information call (603)569-2200. December 3, 2011 Gilford Craft Fair Another one of the Christmas events in the area to help you get started on your holiday shopping is the Gilford High School annual Craft Fair. The fair is spread out in both the middle school and high school. You will find wonderful items made by local artisans as well as some food and refreshments. The fair takes place on Dec. 3rd from 9 - 3pm. December 3rd and December 10th, 2011 Christmas in Canterbury The Shakers loved to celebrate Christmas. They have all passed away but the Christmas spirit and celebrations continue on at Canterbury Shaker Village, December 3rd and December 10th from 3 - 8pm. You will find candlelight strolls, caroling, gingerbread house showcase, trees and wreaths for sale, craft items, food samples and more.
This is one of the fun Christmas events for the whole family. Visitors can decorate gingerbread people, tour the village, make Christmas ornaments, listen to children's stories and view a gingerbread village. For more information call (603)783-9511. December 4, 2011 Yuletide in Alton Join in the festivities at the town center for all kinds of entertainment. There's Santa, food, crafts and more. The festival is from 10:00am - 4:00pm. December 4, 2011 Holiday Open House This event takes place on December 4, 2011 from 1:00pm -4:00pm at the Mill Falls Marketplace in Meredith. Come and join the festivities with Father Christmas. There are horse and wagon rides, refreshments and more. Father Christmas will be telling stories to children at the Oglethorpe atrium from 12:30 to 1:30 and 3:30 to 4:00pm. December 6, 2011 Santa's Calling This is one of the popular Christmas events for kids. It is held on Tuesday, December 6th from 6-8pm. On this special night, Santa calls the kids of Laconia. You need to pre-register your child by Dec. 5th. Free for ages 3 -10. The kids love it. To pre-register, call (603)524-5046 . December 7, 2011 Christmas Caroling Want to bring a smile to the face of others? Come, join the singing of Christmas carols to the residents of the Taylor Home. Meet at the Laconia Community Center at 7pm on Dec. 7th. This is a free program. Hot chocolate will be provided. To sign up, call (603)524-5046 by Dec. 4th.. December 10-18, 2011 Wolfeboro Festival of Trees Another one of the favorite Christmas events is the Wolfeboro Festival of Trees. It is held from December 10th through 18th at the Wright Museum, 77 Center Street, Wolfeboro. The Wolfeboro Festival of Trees is a charity benefit featuring more than 60 decorated trees. Visitors will also be able to tour the museum. The festival will be held on weekends Dec 10th and 11th and Dec. 17th and 18th with hours on Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Tickets are $5 per adult, children 8 and under $2, family price of $12. For more information December 10, 2011 Edward's Street Christmas Jubilee Come and enjoy the annual Edward's Street Christmas Jubilee. The public is invited to stroll through the neighborhood and enjoy the lights, refreshments, entertainment and a visit with Santa. This is another one of the popular Christmas events and takes place on Saturday, Dec. 10th with a rain date of Dec. 11th. Santa arrives by firetruck at 5pm. For more information call (603)524-1173. December 10, 2011 Tuba Christmas Concert Come and enjoy the 7th annual TUBACHRISTMAS concert in Wolfeboro on Saturday, Dec. 10th from 2 - 3pm at the All Saint's Episcopal Church in Wolfeboro. If you have never heard a TUBACHRISTMAS performance, then you're in for a treat. It's a very enjoyable event. December 10, 2011 Christmas In the Village - Remick Museum Christmas in the Village Saturday, December 10th from 1-4pm. The sights and sounds of the season will fill the village as we welcome you to our spectacular holiday event. Our buildings will be magnificently decorated and open with fun activities for all ages. There's storytelling, exquisite displays of holiday cards, vintage clothing, and antique toys. Sample goodies galore. Get a jump on your gift list with handmade toys and meet local Author June O'Donal and purchase one of her beautiful books. Craft your own greenery decorations for your home. Our concession stand will be serving up delicious baked goods and hot drinks. Warm up at our bonfire and take a scenic wagon ride over to the Captain Enoch Remick House and the Education Center for more activities. Inside Dr. Remick's childhood home, each room will greet you with joyful characters reciting Christmas tales, poems and stories. In the Tavern you can learn how Syllabub, the traditional drink of the holidays, is made and enjoy a taste. In the kitchen we will have plenty of candies for you to sample. Bring the children over to the museum s new education center where they can try their hand at making Victorian Christmas ornaments and decorating gingerbread houses and cookies. Admission is $5 for not yet members and $2.50 for members, depending on their level of membership. Children ages 4 and under are free. The Remick Museum and Farm is located at 58 Cleveland Hill Road in Tamworth, NH. For more information please call (603) 323-7591 or toll free 1 (800) 686-6117. Visit online at The Remick Museum. December 10-11, 2011 Holiday Concert Listen to the wonderful music performed by the Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra. This Holiday concert takes place on Dec. 10th at 7:30pm and Dec. 11th at 3:00pm at the Inter-Lakes Auditorium in Meredith. December 13, 2011 Hurray For The Holidays This family program is a terrific way to spend time together while making Christmas ornaments. It's $5 per family of four and $2 for each extra person. It takes place on Dec. 13th from 6-8pm. To register, call 524-5046 by Dec. 10th. December 15, 2011 Mother/Child Cookie Decorating This program is a fun way for moms and kids to decorate Christmas cookies. There's no baking involved! All materials are supplied and you take your cookies home with you. It's $10 per family of four. It takes place on Dec. 15th from 6-8pm. To register, call 524-5046 by Dec. 8th. December 16, 2011 Lakes Region Singers' Annual Christmas Concert Lighten up your Christmas season and come listen to the 19th annual Lakes Region Singers' Christmas Concert. They sing a variety of melodies, Christmas carols and classic songs. The concert will take place on Dec. 16th at 7:30pm at the Gilford Methodist Church on Route 11A. It is free to the public with complimentary refreshments. December 18, 2011 Gilford Community Band Concert Join the Gilford Community Band while they perform a wonderful Christmas concert. There are over 50 fine musicians performing a selection of Christmas songs. This event takes place on December 19th at 3:00pm at the Gilford High School Auditorium. December 31, 2011 Wolfeboro's First Night Wolfeboro is the only town in the lakes region of New Hampshire that celebrates First Night. Come and join the fun. The parade starts at 5:30pm. There's plenty of food and entertainment and fireworks at midnight. Buttons are sold that you wear on your coat. This is your admission ticket to all the First Night events. The sale of buttons will begin on Nov. 25th. Find out more about First Night in Wolfeboro festivities. December 31, 2011 Gunstock's Magic Mountain Eve Come join the fun and ring in the new year starting on December 31st at 6:00pm. Your ticket will include skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, horse drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, dancing, dinner, bonfire, midnight fireworks and more. For more information call 1-800-GUNSTOCK.
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