As December quickly approaches thoughts of baking fresh Christmas cookies, decorating gingerbread houses and wrapping presents start to fill everyone’s minds. There are plenty of ways to bring Holiday cheer within the walls of your home – but many ways to celebrate this joyful season alongside the community with the many Plymouth holiday events.
In Plymouth, MA, the Christmas season kicks off in early December and includes many events suited for both children and adults.
Our “Nice” List of Plymouth Holiday Events
1. Vienna Boys Choir- Christmas in Vienna
- Date: 12/6
- Time: 7:30 pm
- Location:Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court Street, Plymouth, MA.
- Cost: Varies
The illustrious group of child musicians has been delighting music lovers across the globe for six centuries with their purity of tone, distinctive charm and popular repertoire. Christmas in Vienna showcases these gifted musicians with voices of unforgettable beauty in an extraordinary program featuring Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, popular songs and, of course, holiday favorites.
2. Kiwanis Christmas Tree Lighting
- Date: 12/6
- Time: 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm
- Location: Plymouth Town Hall, 26 Court St, Plymouth, MA.
- Cost:Free Join together as a community for the annual tree-lighting outside the Plymouth Town Hall!
The event will feature music, hay rides, face painting, holiday crafts,and a special appearance by Santa.
3. Edaville Festival of Lights
- Date: 12/1 – 12/31 (closed Christmas)
- Time: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm (must choose a time slot)
- Location: Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St, Carver MA.
- Cost: Varies
Experience one of New England’s Oldest Christmas Traditions! Steam trains, Christmas lights, food, local businesses and crafters, Santa, and vintage amusement rides. Choose from Santa’s Express or North Pole Limited
4. Plymouth Holiday Market
- Date: 12/7
- Time: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Location: Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court St, Plymouth, MA
- Cost: $5 admission/Children Under 12 Free
Highlighting more than 100 local handmade vendors this Holiday Market has a wide variety of handmade items ranging from jewelry, home goods, and specialty desserts. Not only will you be guaranteed to find gifts for those on your list, but you will be supporting local businesses in the community!
5. Toys For Tots
- Date: 12/5
- Time: 5:00 – 7 pm
- Location: Alden Park, 160 Colony Place,Plymouth, MA
- Cost: new unwrapped toy
Join the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce and their local business sponsors in their annual Toys for Tots Campaign. An evening of live entertainment and merry making in Alden Park for a good cause.
Bring a new unwrapped toy for a child in need this holiday season. Start you season right with the gift of giving!
6. Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus
- Date: 12/7
- Time: 8:00 – 11:30 am
- Location: Camp Clark, Old Colony YMCA, 200 Hedges Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA
- Cost: starts at $10 members/$15 non-members – Pre-registration is required via Eventbrite
Join the Old Colony Y to dine on a breakfast buffet, take home festive crafts, and try your luck in our roll-up raffle! Bring along your camera to take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
7. A Christmas Carol At the Hedge House
- Date: 12/12 – 12/15
- Time: 1 pm-8 pm, reservation required
- Location: Hedge House, 126 Water St, Plymouth MA.
- Cost: $35
Experience the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s redemption during immersive performances in the 1809 Hedge House. A talented cast brings to life the 1843 novella by Charles Dickens in a one-of-a-kind production that transforms each room into a different scene. The audience follows Scrooge through the house to witness his encounters with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.
Space is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance for this Plymouth Holiday Event. Check Here for details on performance times and ticket information.
8.”The Phil” Hometown Holiday
- Date: 12/14 – 12/15
- Time: 3 pm both days; 7:30 pm Saturday
- Location: Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court St, Plymouth, MA.
- Cost: $30- $100
All aboard! There’s no time to waste. There’s so much to celebrate! Our holiday train is heading due north for a special tribute to the Polar Express. That’s right, the movie that made us believe all over again is turning twenty, so we’re taking our conductor, our very merry orchestra, and the sensational soundtrack out for a long wintery ride. The annual holiday performance at Plymouth Memorial Hall is a seasonal favorite, so bring your family and friends along to enjoy.
9. An Americana Christmas
- Date: 12/12-12/21
- Time: 7:00pm
3:00 pm (12/12) - Location: Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St, Plymouth MA.
- Cost: $40/$35 seniors & students
s back by popular demand after a successful debut production in 2022. This humorous take on A Christmas Carol being produced by a formerly married couple is sure to delight all audiences. With 9 different performances times throughout the week, you are sure to find one that fits your schedule.
10. A Christmas Carol
- Date: 12/22
- Time: 3:00 pm
- Location: Spire Theatre, 25 ½ Court St. Plymouth, MA.
- Cost: varies
Actor Neil McGarry returns home to Plymouth for this solo performance of Dicken’s classic on December 17th at 3pm in Plymouth’s Spire Theater. Neil has wooed audience all over the US and Europe. Surely this Plymouth holiday event will become a beloved tradition in your family as well.
11. Little Mermen Christmas Special
- Date: 12/22
- Time: 5 pm
- Location: Memorial Hall, 83 Court St, Plymouth MA
- Cost: $22 General Admission
The Little Mermen are the ultimate Disney tribute concert for Disney fanatics of all ages. This Christmas special will be a real treat, especially with their national tour and impressive line-up of festival appearances. We’re sure their rock ‘n’ roll sing-along will make for a truly memorable holiday experience!
12. Cousin Eddie’s Christmas Run 5K
- Date: 12/22
- Time: 9:30 am
- Location: Mayflower Brewing 12 Resnik Rd #3, Plymouth MA
- Cost: $40- $80
How could you not love Cousin Eddie? Well, now is your chance to channel your inner Cousin Eddie for a brand NEW, super-fun, 5K run honoring the legend himself. Grab your family and friends and join us on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Mayflower Brewing in Plymouth, MA for a new Plymouth holiday event and maybe the HAP HAP HAPPIEST Christmas run since…well, ever, ‘Cousin Eddie’s Christmas Run 5K’.
Enjoying Festive Christmas Events in Plymouth
For more information about Plymouth holiday events, visit our Events Page. Or check out Holiday Events on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
