Early Bird Pajama Party at
Debra’s Natural Gourmet
Nov 21 | 5:00–9:00 a.m.
Put on your most festive pjs and head to Debra’s for their annual early bird sale. Take advantage of great discounts to stock up on Thanksgiving and holiday favorites, then stroll along Commonwealth Avenue and visit the many other shops that join in the fun of this pre-Thanksgiving tradition. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com
Family Trees
| Courtesy of the Concord Museum30 Years of Family Trees: A Celebration
of Children’s Literature | Nov 21–Jan 3
Tuesday–Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
This is one of Concord’s most cherished family events. Each year, the Concord Museum creates a wonderland of holiday trees, each ornamented with handmade decorations inspired by a picture book. Sit and read together or join in a festive scavenger hunt. This year’s trees will feature a mix of classic children’s books—from Goodnight Moon to The Very Hungry Caterpillar—and inspiring new books, many by local authors. Related events, including a birthday party to celebrate thirty years of Family Trees, will take place in December. ConcordMuseum.org
Concord Turkey Trot Nov 26 | 8:30 a.m.
Start Thanksgiving Day by running for a good cause. Join the 2026 Concord Turkey Trot and support Open Table. MarxRunning.com/concord-turkey-trot
© istock.com/Angele ButkuteMenorah Display at Debra’s Natural Gourmet | Dec 1–31
Thirty-seven years ago, Debra Stark began the annual tradition of sharing the Festival of Lights with the community by displaying her collection of menorahs in the windows of Debra’s Natural Gourmet. Today, her son, Adam, continues the tradition. Stop by and admire the remarkable collection of menorahs held in trust for the community. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com
Winter Market at Umbrella Arts
| Courtesy of Umbrella ArtsWinter Market at Umbrella Arts
Dec 4–6 | 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
A holiday tradition! The Winter Market features dozens of local and regional artists displaying unique, handmade pieces. There are demonstrations by the artists, live music, a holiday café, and much more. TheUmbrellaArts.org
Concord Center Tree Lighting Dec 6 | 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Make it a family tradition to welcome the festive season with the Town of Concord’s Annual Tree Lighting. The Concord Players will be there in costumes to sing carols, and Santa will arrive on a fire truck, ushering in live music, caroling, hot cocoa, food trucks, and much more. VisitConcord.org
Latkes & Laughter
| Courtesy of Kerem ShalomChanukah Celebration
and Menorah Lighting
Dec 9 | 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Don’t miss Latkes & Laughter: A Chanukah Celebration. Bring the family and enjoy holiday fellowship and festivities, latkes, crafts, music, and goodie bags to go. At the Harvey Wheeler Community Center. VisitConcord.org
Holiday House Tour
| Courtesy of the Concord MuseumThe 16th Annual Holiday House Tour
Dec 12 | 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Home for the holidays…the phrase conjures memories of magical times made even more special by a beautifully decorated home filled with cherished holiday heirlooms or unique new decorations. This is your chance to visit six of Concord’s loveliest homes, festooned for the holiday season. ConcordMuseum.org
Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House
| © Trey PowersAn Old-Fashioned Christmas at Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House | Dec 12–20
Dec 12 and 13: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Dec 19 and 20: noon–5:00 p.m.
Experience all the joys of Christmas through seasonal sights, scents, and sounds within the festive, tastefully decorated Alcott home during the Annual Holiday Living History Program that has been a family favorite for decades! Visit with the Alcotts, their notable neighbors, and faithful friends while they prepare for holiday celebrations. Enjoy interacting with living history portrayers as they share Alcott traditions and savor the cozy ambiance of the household from days gone by. This year’s program reflects Louisa May Alcott’s admiration for the works of popular Victorian author Charles Dickens and his enduring classic, A Christmas Carol. LouisaMayAlcott.org
FIrebird Pops
| © Jim SabitusHoliday Pops with the Firebird Pops Orchestra at Umbrella Arts | Dec 11–13
Dec 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Dec 12 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Dec 13 at 3:00 p.m.
Join the Firebird Pops Orchestra and Firebird Vox Choir as they present another extraordinary holiday concert! TheUmbrellaArts.org
Holiday Pops with the Concord Band
Dec 12 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
A Concord tradition since 1976, Holiday Pops returns with your favorite tunes, guest artists, and audience sing-alongs. It’s sure to be an evening to remember! ConcordBand.org
Concord Players caroling
| Courtesy of the Concord PlayersConcord Chorus Holiday Concert
Dec 12 | 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Dr. Kevin Leong, beginning his fifteenth season as music director of the Concord Chorus, has programmed music by Mendelssohn, Randall Thompson, Morten Lauridsen, Michael Praetorius, and others. ConcordChorus.org
West Concord Holiday Stroll
| © istock.com/fcafotodigitalWest Concord
Holiday Stroll
Dec 12 | 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Enjoy the West Concord Village this holiday season! Visit an array of unique shops for special discounts and enjoy holiday treats, a wine tasting, caroling, and a festive holiday feel. VisitConcord.org
Jolabokaflod
| © istock.com/UserGI15633745Jolabokaflod at Barrow Bookstore | Dec 23–24
Dec 23: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Dec 24: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Is there anything better than curling up with a good book on a cold winter evening? For the ninth year in a row, Barrow Bookstore is celebrating the Icelandic tradition of receiving books on Christmas Eve and spending the night reading. Stop by and pick up a free wrapped book and a packet of hot chocolate. BarrowBookstore.c