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Revival

Music by Umberto Giordano | Libretto by Luigi Illica

Live in HD: December 13, 2025, 1PM ET

Giordano’s passionate tragedy stars tenor Piotr Beczała as the virtuous poet who falls victim to the intrigue and violence of the French Revolution. Following their celebrated recent partnership in Giordano’s Fedora in the 2022–23 Live in HD season, Beczała reunites with soprano Sonya Yoncheva as Chénier’s aristocratic lover, Maddalena di Coigny, with baritone Igor Golovatenko as Carlo Gérard, the agent of the Reign of Terror who seals their fates. Met Principal Guest Conductor Daniele Rustioni takes the podium to lead Nicolas Joël’s gripping staging, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas on December 13.

Come celebrate the holidays with the Portsmouth Historical Society at their New Favorites Cookie Swap! To go along with this year’s Great Gingerbread Experiment theme, try out a brand new recipe or experiment with something tried and true and bring two dozen cookies or treats to share with participants! You’ll get a chance to show off your amazing holiday treats, and take home plenty of new cookies to try.

After the cookie swap, stay and check out the incredible 35th annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibition!

Join the Souhegan Valley Chorus for a heartwarming evening as we lift our voices to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! Under the direction of Jennifer K. Erdody and accompanied by Kimberly Vars Whitehead, we invite you to immerse yourself in the joy and wonder of Christmas with a beautiful blend of traditional carols and contemporary holiday favorites.

Let the sounds of our 40+ choir fill your heart with peace and joy as we perform beloved classics like "Silent Night” and "O Come All Ye Faithful" alongside some new and inspiring arrangements like “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” and “That’s Christmas to Me” as performed by Pentatonix. This promises to be an unforgettable evening for the whole family, guaranteed to get you into the spirit of the season.

Tickets available in advance from members or at the door. $20-Adults $15-Students & Seniors -
Ages 12 and under-Free

New England's largest walk through light show. 1 mile trail, over 2 million lights, trees wrapped to over 90' in height

Candlelight Stroll
December 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 2025
Arrival times begin at 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM. The event concludes at 8:30 PM.

Candlelight Stroll occurs in rain, snow, or by starlight.

Candlelight Stroll invites visitors to step into the past and experience 350+ years of seasonal and holiday traditions in the Puddle Dock neighborhood. The Museum’s furnished historic houses are adorned with handmade decorations created from greens and dried flowers from the Museum’s heirloom gardens. Visitors call upon the many families who once lived in the waterfront neighborhood – portrayed by costumed roleplayers – who share stories, customs, and seasonal traditions.

While traveling from house to historic house, the glow of hundreds of candle lanterns and string lights illuminate the way as guests enjoy seasonal greetings from wandering musicians and performers who recreate the traditions of times past.

Additionally enjoy hot apple cider, a warming bonfire, and Ice Dance International’s Currier and Ives Vintage Christmas Skaters for several performances each night of this treasured event. Performances by the Vintage Christmas Skaters are weather-dependent.

Parking is unavailable on-site, as it is reserved for handicapped accessibility on a first-come, first-served basis; please refer to the FAQ section on the event page of Strawbery Banke's website for more information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Get ready, New England! Holly Jolly Journey returns November 28th, and KIDS 12 and UNDER GET IN FREE OPENING WEEKEND - Nov. 28–30!
Expect...
- One of the Largest Holiday Light Shows in the Country
- Over 3 MILLION lights - with 1 MILLION NEW lights added!
- Every scene refreshed with NEW additions and surprises
- More food and spirits stations
- A brand-new s'mores station!
Experience the magic, just 5 minutes from Manchester and 45 minutes north of Boston.
Book your tickets now at www.hollyjollyjourney.com

Hours:
4:30 - Close
November 28 - January 11
Closed Christmas Eve

URLs:
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3355555-2?pid=10413
Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3355555-3?pid=10413

Date and Time: On Fri, 28 Nov 2025 at 16:30 - Sun, 11 Jan 2026 at 22:00

Venue details: Holly Jolly Journey, 454 Charles Bancroft Highway, Litchfield, New Hampshire, 03052, United States

Category: Community | Local / Community | Holidays

Price:
General Admission: USD 25.00

BYO BOOZE AND MOVES and The Rockingham Groove will supply the holiday grooves!The hall will be decked out and the bells seriously jingling! From Aretha, Queen and Elvis to the Bee Gees, K.C. and the Sunshine Band and Chicago - this fifteen-piece R AND B dance orchestra blows down irresistibly rhythmic sets of toe-twitching hip-swinging soul, funk, swing, latin, disco and rock grooves.

Doors open at 6:30 PM
Tickets $20.00 in Advance, $25.00 at the Door

You can bring your beverage of choice (BYOB) and we provide a healthy light menu to snack on, for purchase. Seltzers, sodas and mixers also available. (No “bar” tab.) We have both cafe and lounge seating, and a game room. All ages and abilities are welcome!

Looking for a venue for your next event? The Rockingham Ballroom is available for Private Parties, Events, Classes, and Weddings. Our event center is 8,500 sq. feet. The 4000 square foot floating wood floor is the only such dance floor in New England. Located in Newmarket, NH and only 15 minutes from Portsmouth, Exeter, or Durham.

For more information on booking events the ballroom, please email info@rockinballroom.club

Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3351203-2?pid=10413

Date and Time: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 18:30 - Sun, 13 Dec 2025 22:00

Venue details: Rockingham Ballroom, 22 Ash Swamp Road, Newmarket, New Hampshire, 03857, United States

Bah! Humbug!

One of the greatest stories in the history of English literature, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol has enchanted audiences the world over and become a best beloved Christmas tradition for families everywhere. This powerful tale of redemption follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his epic journey from nasty curmudgeon to benevolent saint.
CMI Entertainment, in collaboration with Entertainment Central Productions Orlando, is thrilled to return to its roots with a beautiful version of this classic tale.

Tour 2025 is written and directed by award-winning theatre artist Scott H. Severance, who has traveled the country for over 10 years spreading Holiday joy as Uncle Scrooge. This dazzling new adaptation bursts onto the stage with first class professional actors, gorgeous costumes, stunning sets and puppetry.
More than two dozen timeless Christmas carols are woven throughout this glorious production, the ghosts of Jacob Marley, Christmas Past, Present, and Future are alternately horrifying and hilarious, and you will find yourselves awestruck and spellbound by the tremendous humor and heartfelt sentiment on display in this spectacular theatre event.

Celebrate the true Spirit of Christmas with this splendid show, filled with haunting special effects and an enormous dose of laughter. A Christmas Carol is delightful and thoroughly entertaining, the perfect Holiday event for all ages.

“THE MAJESTIC THEATRE PRESENTS A WONDERFUL LIFE, THE MUSICAL! ON DECEMBER 12, 13 & 14!”

About the show:
By Sheldon Harnick & Joe Raposo / Frank Capra’s film classic has been brought to vibrant theatrical life through the remarkable collaboration of Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner Sheldon Harnick and Grammy and Emmy Award-winner Joe Raposo. The story of George Bailey and his wonderful life in Bedford Falls remains a timeless fable of dreams, disillusionment, and the power of love. An uplifting chronicle of the extraordinary lives of ordinary folk, A Wonderful Life exhilarates the mind and heart as it celebrates the innate goodness in us all.

Majestic’s A Wonderful Life The Musical is directed by Judy Hayward with Musical Direction by Keith Belanger, Choreography by Collette Foley and stars an ensemble cast of all ages.

Join The Majestic for this holiday favorite sure to put you in the Christmas spirit! Performances on Friday, December 12 at 7pm, Saturday, December 13 at 2pm & 7pm and on Sunday, December 14 at 2pm. Performances will be held at The Derry Opera House 29 West Broadway Derry. Tickets are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors 65 and above and $15 for youth 17 and under. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at 669-7469, online at www.majestictheatre.net or at the door prior to the performance.

Holiday Music in the Hayloft
Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 7:00 PM EDT
Wassail Weekend Event at Artistree:

Celebrate the season with a joyous evening of music and togetherness at our annual Christmas concert!

Celebrate Woodstock’s Wassail Weekend in style with an evening of jazz and festive cheer at Artistree’s ”Holiday Music in the Hayloft”. Enjoy timeless holiday favorites and jazzy renditions of seasonal classics performed by professional local musicians in an intimate cabaret setting. Sip, sway, and soak in the spirit of the season as we toast to family, community, creativity, and the joy of live music.

Musicians/Artists include: Ben Kogan, Elizabeth Frascoia, Lola Dorsogna, Grey Cats featuring: Kathleen Dolan, Mark van Gulden & Glendon Ingalls.

Tickets are “pay-what-you-wish” with a suggested donation of $20. Cash bar.

Artistree is located in Pomfret, VT.