South Shore Boston Christmas Events 2026 | Holiday Activities & Things to Do
Christmas Events on the South Shore Boston 2026: Holiday Activities, Lights & Things to Do
Looking for Christmas events on the South Shore of Boston in 2026? The holiday season is right around the corner, and there are so many fun things to do with family and friends throughout the South Shore!
From Christmas light displays and visits with Santa to holiday markets, Christmas tree lightings, festive parades and holiday festivals, there is something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season.
365 Things to Do South Shore is your local guide to finding the best Christmas and holiday events in South Shore Massachusetts. We are gathering all the holiday happenings in towns throughout the South Shore, including Hingham, Hanover, Marshfield, Scituate, Plymouth, Quincy, Weymouth, Braintree, Norwell, Duxbury, Bridgewater, Whitman, Abington, and surrounding communities.
Bookmark this page! We will continue adding Christmas events and updating dates, times and details as 2026 holiday schedules are announced.
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🎄 Christmas Light Displays on the South Shore & Near Boston
One of the best parts of the holiday season is seeing all the beautiful Christmas lights! Whether you are looking for a drive-through Christmas light show, a walk-through holiday display or a festive night out with the kids, there are several places to add to your holiday bucket list.
Check out our guide to Christmas Light Displays on the South Shore and near Boston, including holiday light festivals, decorated gardens and neighborhood displays.
Big Light shows
LaSalette Shrine in Attleboro. open nightly Nov 21st thru season walk thru
🎅 Pictures with Santa on the South Shore
Looking for places where kids can visit Santa and get their holiday pictures taken?
There are plenty of opportunities throughout the South Shore to visit Santa, take pictures, share Christmas wishes and make special holiday memories.
Look for Santa appearances at local shopping centers, farms, holiday festivals and community events.
Don’t miss our separate guide to Breakfast with Santa on the South Shore!
🎄 Christmas Tree Lightings & Holiday Celebrations
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at one of the many Christmas tree lightings and holiday celebrations throughout the South Shore.
Local towns host festive evenings featuring:
- Christmas tree lightings
- Visits with Santa
- Holiday music and carolers
- Hot chocolate and treats
- Family activities
- Holiday parades and fireworks
Check back for the 2026 dates and schedules for South Shore town celebrations.
🎁 Holiday Markets & Christmas Craft Fairs
Looking for unique gifts and local shopping opportunities? Visit one of the many holiday markets and Christmas craft fairs happening throughout the South Shore.
Shop local vendors, handmade gifts, holiday decorations, jewelry, specialty foods and more while supporting small businesses in our community.
Shop our local holiday gift guide
Nov 28th Small Businesses Saturday Sip & Shop Pembroke Community CenterPembroke
December 5: Sip & Stroll Winter 
December 5, 2026 Emerald Square Mall
🚂 Christmas Train Rides & Holiday Attractions
Make some holiday memories with the kids! From festive train rides and Christmas villages to holiday light experiences and seasonal attractions, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season.
Check our listings for dates, ticket information and reservations.
🎭 Christmas Shows & Holiday Entertainment
Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas performances, holiday concerts, ballet productions, family theater and seasonal entertainment throughout the South Shore and Greater Boston. Find all the info here
Enchanted Village opens November 14th for the season
📅 2026 South Shore Christmas Events Calendar
Below you will find our growing list of Christmas events and holiday activities happening throughout November and December 2026.
We are adding events as towns, businesses and local organizations announce their holiday schedules.
Please check individual event links for the latest information, admission prices, registration requirements and weather-related changes.
Friday November 27th Christmas Holiday events
Quincy Christmas Movies on the Jumbotron 1pm
Saturday November 29th Christmas Holiday events
Santa arrives by Helicopter in Quincy 12pm
Brockton Christmas Parade & Celebration 12pm
Middleboro Christmas Parade 2026
Sunday November 30th Christmas Holiday events
Thursday December 3rd
Friday December 4th
Whitman Hanson Holiday Tree Lighting 2026 430pm
Christmas in the Square Hingham 5pm
Saturday December 5th
See all the breakfast with Santa too many to list
South Shore Christmas Bargain Bins -find the deals for holiday shopping
Project31 Dance Studio’s The Nutcracker Weymouth 11am & 3pm
Whitman Hanson Holiday Tree Lighting 2026 3pm
Lightening the Green Holiday Festival Taunton 3pm
Sunday December 6th
Whitman Hanson Holiday Tree Lighting 2026 430pm
Thursday December 10th
Friday December 11th
Saturday December 12th
Miracle on Main St Hingham MA 3pm
Sunday December 13th