New Hampshire During the Holidays

New Hampshire during the Holiday Season is Officially Here. The month of December in New England offers one of the best backdrops for the holidays.

Assemble your friends, family, and anyone you wish to share the holiday season within New Hampshire, and be sure to pack your winter gear for a truly memorable experience.

Santa Express: Train excursions are approximately 80 minutes long, and everyone will meet Santa and Mrs. Claus aboard the train. Every child will receive a letter from Santa and a gift from Santa on the train. Train rides start and return from Hobo Junction Station in Lincolnhttps://hoborr.com/santa-trains/.

Hobo Railwood Station in Lincoln, NH, November 24 to December 23

Santa Holiday Express- hop aboard and celebrate the Christmas spirit in the White Mountains. Santa’s Holiday Express offers an hour-long seasonal journey down the Conway Branch, perfect for families with young children. Guests will arrive in Conway and be greeted by Santa, and every child will get a goody bag, including cookies and milk.

Conway Scenic Railroad in Conway, NH

Nov 24th to December 23rd

LaBelle Lights– located at LaBelle Winery and the Links in Derry. Guests of all ages will enjoy a stunning show comprising winter-themed lighting displays coordinated with music that will bring a smile and joy to your heart. Special themed weeks include Holiday Pajamas from November 21-26, Santa Costume Week from November 28 through December 3, and Ugly Holiday Sweater Week from December 12-17.

Derry, New Hampshire, at Labelle Winery

November 14th to Jan 7th 2024

Gifts of lights- New Hampshire Motor Speedway is illuminated by over 400 displays, featuring 60-holiday scenes adorned with a dazzling array of 2 million LED light bulbs. Spectators are urged to drive the route (including the tunnel and part of the track’s road course) and soak in the surrounding scenes. Tickets are $35 per car load and $60 per bus, limousine, or RV for up to 15 guests. Some proceeds will benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities.

New Hampshire Loudon Speedway

November 23rd to December 31st 2023

Wolfeboro, New Hampshire Festival of Trees – 65 exquisitely decorated Christmas trees deck the halls of the Wright Museum for this annual event. Marvel at the colorful conifers (spread across two floors) and enjoy live entertainment from local performing groups.

Wright Museum Wolfeboro, New Hampshire

November 30th to Dec 10th 2023

Midnight Merriment on the Main Street in Concord – grab your shopping list and go to downtown Concord for town Concord’s 30th Annual Midnight Merriment. Guests are invited to enjoy holiday shopping, relish the seasonal ambiance, and support local businesses. There will be s’mores, cocoa, music, and more for the kiddos, and Santa will appear from Santa.

Main Street in Concord, New Hampshire

December 1st at 5 pm

Jingle Bell Extravaganza: Families are invited to enjoy a memorable holiday event at the Children’s Museum in Dover, New Hampshire, where they can meet Santa for a photo opportunity and receive a special gift. Children can actively participate in hands-on holiday craft activities and experience a magical science experiment. Pajamas and festive attire are welcome.

Children’s Museum in Dover, New Hampshire

December 3rd t December 10th

Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour- Find enchantment on a magical sleigh ride through the snowy mountains with delicious chocolate treats from local chocolatiers. The Austrian horse-drawn sleigh winds its way to Jackson Village, halting at various stops for tastes of homemade chocolates.

Various Locations in Jackson, New Hampshire

November 18-19, November 25-26, December 2-3, 9-10 and 16-17

Ginger Bread Cookies

Gingerbread House Festival in Concord, New Hampshire: NH Home Builders Association, this annual event will be filled with gingerbread houses built by NHHBA members (aka the men and women who develop your places!). Members have traded in nail guns and wood for gingerbread, icing, and sprinkles. See all of the terrific works of edible art they produce.

119 Airport Rd. in Concord

December 2-3 and December 9-10

The Candlelight Stroll: Grab your cozy hat, gloves, and stylish winter jacket and head to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, for the Candlelight Stroll. Strawbery Banke’s stroll will focus on the lights, wreaths, roleplayers, and magic adorning the exteriors of the museum’s historic buildings. The museum grounds will glow with hundreds of lighted candle lanterns, and house doors and railings will be decorated with live greens, dried flowers, and herbs collected from the museum gardens.

Strawbery Banke Museum in Portsmouth

Weekends: December 2-3, 8-10 and 15-17

Winter Farmer Markets is a great place to find the staples at all markets and the holiday items that help make the holidays feel like the holidays. Check out these holiday markets throughout the state.

Christmas Tree Shopping

After the culmination of Thanksgiving festivities, many individuals, irrespective of whether it’s their holiday, promptly commence embellishing their homes for the Christmas season. Many folks love to decorate the Christmas season, and a home would not be complete without the perfect holiday tree, wreath, and fireplace garland. If you live in New England, cutting down your tree is all part of the holiday season.

Moultonborough New Hampshire Tree Farms