Celebrate! with Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library - 10:30 AM Pick
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library - 10:30 AM Pick
The Polar Express Train Ride - Blackstone Valley
The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
Pancake Breakfast Festival
Newman Elementary School - 7:00 AM
Newman Elementary School - 7:00 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
M is for Museum/P is for Playdate
Wenham Museum - 9:30 AM
Wenham Museum - 9:30 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Family Heritage Experience
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
Putt Across America
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Snowmazing! Polar Playground at Boston Children's Museum
Boston Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Boston Children's Museum - 9:00 AM
Family Heritage Experience
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
American Ancestors - 10:00 AM
Putt Across America
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Faneuil Hall - 10:00 AM
Cricut Crew: Make Your Own Tees, Totes, and Stickers [#teencentral] at BPL Copley
Boston Public Library - Copley Branch - 3:00 PM Pick
Boston Public Library - Copley Branch - 3:00 PM Pick
The Polar Express Train on Cape Cod Central Railroad
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Journey to the North Pole in Lincoln and North Conway, New Hampshire
Conway Scenic Railroad - various times Pick
Conway Scenic Railroad - various times Pick
'Twas the Night Before...by Cirque du Soleil
Wang Theater
Lesley Ellis Mini Open House
Lesley Ellis School
Central Square Theater presents Liars and Believers' Yellow Bird Chase
Central Square Theater
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Dallas' Brightest Nights at the Dallas Zoo
Fri Nov 14, 2025 - Sun Jan 4, 2026
- see all dates
Repeating every days through January 4, 2026.
Various times
Age: All Ages
Price: General Admission ($18)
The popular holiday event returns to the Dallas Zoo; be prepared to wander through the exhibits for a magical experience where wild things glow. Kids can meet the guy in red, take photos with friends, see the dinosaurs decked out for the holidays, and enjoy festive snacks.
Be dazzled by over 2 million lights, and have fun with photo ops, musical performances, holiday treats, and a chance to meet Santa.
New in 2025: Step inside a cozy igloo and take in the glow of Dallas Zoo Lights from your own private retreat. Up to 6 guests, 90-minute reservations.
Member night is December 2, 2025; Sensory-friendly night is January 5, 2026.
Members get in for free, general admission is $18-24, and parking is not included.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
