Get ready for a festive adventure in New London with our holiday guide. For New London devotees and casual admirers, this guide is your compass to seasonal wonders.
Embrace the magic of the holidays with a visit to The Nutcracker, a beloved performance that enchants audiences with its timeless tale and exquisite choreography. The New London Winter Market offers an array of local crafts and seasonal treats, perfect for finding unique gifts and enjoying the community spirit. And the Putnam Light Parade & Christmas Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring dazzling lights and festive entertainment. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around New London
- Santa Arrives By Tugboat & Lighted Boat Parade (Stonington)
- Mystic Seaport Museum Lantern Light Village (Mystic)
- Olde Mistick Village Holiday Lights Spectacular (Mystic)
- Olde Mistick Village Holiday Events (Mystic)
- Stonington Holiday Stroll & Marketplace (Stonington)
- Florence Griswold Museum: Under the Christmas Tree (Old Lyme)
- Dinner with Santa at Ocean House (Westerly)
- Holiday Music Concert at Ocean House (Watch Hill)
- Santa's Arrival in Westerly (Westerly)
- A 1940's Radio Christmas Carol (Westerly)
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New London Events Events
Santa Arrives By Tugboat & Lighted Boat Parade (Stonington) • 6.8 miles
Santa arrives by tugboat to kick off the holiday season.
Mystic Seaport Museum Lantern Light Village (Mystic) • 7.0 miles
Historic maritime village transformed for the holidays
Olde Mistick Village Holiday Lights Spectacular (Mystic) • 7.6 miles
Largest holiday lights display in southern New England
Olde Mistick Village Holiday Events (Mystic) • 7.6 miles
Charming colonial village with festive holiday decor and shopping.
Stonington Holiday Stroll & Marketplace (Stonington) • 10.1 miles
Community tree lighting and Santa visit
Florence Griswold Museum: Under the Christmas Tree (Old Lyme) • 12.0 miles
Over 250 artist-designed painted palettes displayed on holiday trees.
Dinner with Santa at Ocean House (Westerly) • 13.1 miles
An enchanting dinner experience with Santa Claus
Holiday Music Concert at Ocean House (Watch Hill) • 13.1 miles
Iconic seaside resort with triple Five-Star ratings.
Santa's Arrival in Westerly (Westerly) • 14.0 miles
Santa's grand arrival via fire trucks
A 1940's Radio Christmas Carol (Westerly) • 14.2 miles
A live radio broadcast of 'A Christmas Carol' with comedic mishaps
Saybrook Starlight Festival & Christmas Tree Lighting (Old Saybrook) • 15.0 miles
Festive day of holiday activities culminating in a tree lighting ceremony.
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