Boston Pops Holiday Pops Kids Matinees 2012
Treat your family to a Holiday Pops concert that’s especially for kids. Select matinee performances include a children’s singalong and post-concert photo-ops with Santa himself. Symphony Hall, Boston.
Now thru Monday, Dec 24, 2012
Blink Light & Sound Extravaganza
Featuring the music of the Holiday Pops, this 6-week state-of-the-art light and sound extravaganza transforms Faneuil Hall into a dazzling light display. Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market Colonnade, Boston.
Now thru Tuesday, Jan 1, 2013
International Celebration at Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse
Enjoy festive music, entertainment, and performances including traditional Peruvian and Chinese New Year Lion Cub dances, children’s games from around the world, arts & crafts, ethnic treats, and a special visit from Santa Claus. Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse, One Circuit Drive, Boston.
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012
Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Harvard COOP
Kids ages 2-7 can get their picture taken with Santa and hear favorite holiday stories read by Mrs. Claus. Photos, stories, and holiday goodies. Coop for Kids at the Harvard Coop, 1400 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge.
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012
The Christmas Revels
This year’s Christmas Revels puts you on the deck of R.M.S. Carpathia as hopeful Irish émigrés create a wild and memorable Christmas at sea. Sanders Theatre, Cambridge.
Friday, Dec 14, 2012 - Thursday, Dec 27, 2012
Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker 2012
Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker is a must-see holiday event for the whole family. Join Clara on her magical journey through an enchanted winter wonderland to a palace of sugary confections. The Opera House, 539 Washington Street, Boston.
Friday, Nov 23, 2012 - Sunday, Dec 30, 2012
Cookies & Carols at the New School of Music
The New School of Music invites you to their December Family Day and concert for a winter singalong, seasonal crafts, and a cookie potluck. Bring your favorite cookies to share, but no nuts, please, in case of allergies. New School of Music, 25 Lowell Street, Cambridge.
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012
Holly Fair at Cambridge Adult Ed. Center
Over 65 artists and crafters fill the two historic houses at 42 Brattle Street and 56 Brattle Street for the entire weekend. 42 and 56 Brattle Street, Cambridge.
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 - Sunday, Dec 16, 2012
Alastair Moock & His Rowdy Roots Band
Alastair Moock and Friends and extra special guests The Fayerweather Street School Chorus present a concert of original tunes and holiday favorites. Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard Street, Brookline.
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012
Boston Tea Party Annual Reenactment
The annual reenactment of the Boston Tea Party will be held at the The Old South Meetinghouse in Boston at 5:30pm. The Reenactment allows participants to experience a courageous demonstration of principled political activism. Old South Meeting House, 310 Washington Street, Boston.
Sunday, Dec 16, 2012
The Velveteen Rabbit
Back by popular demand for its fourth season, this enchanting play features both puppetry and live actors, to create a magical experience for people of all ages. Benjamin Franklin Institute Theatre, 41 Berkeley Street, Boston.
Sat, Sun from Dec 15, 2012 - Dec 23, 2012
Urban Nutcracker
Boston’s original holiday classic is back at John Hancock Hall for its 12th season, and packed with even more magic for the whole family. 180 Berkeley Street, Boston.
Fri, Sat, Sun from Dec 8, 2012 - Dec 23, 2012
Festival of Arts & Cultures from Around the World
Featuring guest artisans, handmade products benefiting the livelihoods of artisans, projects in their communities, and fair trade. 1730 Cambridge Street, Cambridge.
Sat, Sun from Dec 15, 2012 - Dec 16, 2012
Black Nativity 2012
The National Center of Afro-American Artists presents the 42th season of Langston Hughes’ Gospel Song Play at Northeastern University in Boston. Shows on December 14, 15, 16, 21, and 22. Northeastern University Blackman Auditorium, 343 Huntington Avenue, Boston.
Friday, Dec 14, 2012 - Saturday, Dec 22, 2012
Boston String Quartet Presents Christmas in Paris
Boston String Quartet returns this holiday season for their third annual Christmas series entitled ”Christmas in Paris.” 535 Cambridge Street, Cambridge.
Wednesday, Dec 12, 2012
Beyond the 4th Wall Presents: Once Upon a Mattress Jr.
Come see Once Upon a Mattress, and experience the magic of a musical performed by the children of the Cambridge community. 70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge.
Thursday, Dec 13, 2012 - Sunday, Dec 16, 2012
Community Chanukah Celebration & Dinner
Join the warm and welcoming community at the Boston Synagogue for their annual Community Chanukah Celebration & Dinner. The Boston Synagogue, 55 Martha Road, Boston.
Friday, Dec 14, 2012
Puppet Showplace Presents Tales From Snowy Lands
With just a few short weeks to go till Christmas, the PST has invited some festive holiday friends, including Jack Frost. 32 Station Street, Brookline.
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun from Dec 13, 2012 - Dec 16, 2012
Hannukah Party at Temple Hillel B’nai Torah
Come celebrate the seventh night of Hanukkah with dinner, singing, and games. Festivities will start with preschool story and song, followed by dinner. 120 Corey Street, West Roxbury.
Friday, Dec 14, 2012
Chanukah Wonderland
Come join the community at Temple Sinai as they enter their Chanukah Wonderland to relive the Chanukah experience. See how olive oil is made, try out some Chanukah crafts, and much more. Temple Sinai, 50 Sewall Avenue, Brookline.
Tuesday, Dec 11, 2012
Boston Dance Company Presents The Nutcracker
Boston Dance Company is having its 20th Anniversary Nutcracker performances in Dorchester, Worcester, and Andover this year. Various locations in the greater Boston area.
Friday, Dec 14, 2012 - Friday, Dec 21, 2012
Polar Express Christmas Party
Christmas party featuring a reading of the story The Polar Express, plus related crafts, singalong, snacks, and a viewing of the movie. Ages 2-10. 440 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain.
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012
