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December 2018
Downtown Gloucester Holiday Window Contest
Downtown Gloucester is twinkling and sparkling with extra holiday cheer! That's because a number of businesses are participating in the Downtown Gloucester Holiday Window Contest! Stroll down Main Street and neighboring streets to look at all of the beautifully decorated windows and vote for your favorite winner in 5 different categories. Voting ends on Thursday, December 2oth! Click on the image for a nifty map guiding you to all of the contest participants. Vote for your favorite decorated windows by clicking on…
Find out more »North Shore Music Theatre Presents A Christmas Carol
Enjoy New England’s brightest holiday tradition! North Shore Music Theatre presents A Christmas Carol, running from December 7 through 23, 2018. An original adaptation based on Charles Dickens’ classic novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a musical ghost story following the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge through a series of strange and magical journeys, where he ultimately discovers the true spirit of the holiday season. Featuring dazzling special effects and traditional songs like “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman,” “The Boars Head Carol,” and “We Wish You…
Find out more »Holiday Delights at Gloucester Stage
Gloucester Stage is pleased to present Holiday Delights 2018, a seasonal event featuring students from Gloucester Stage Youth Acting Workshop, from December 14th to 16th. The stockings are filled, the lights are sparkling, our youth actors are ready to fill your heart with the holiday spirit! Performance times: Friday, December 14 | 7:30 pm Saturday, December 15 | 2:00 pm Sunday, December 16 | 2:00 pm Ticket Prices: $15 Adults | $12 Seniors (65+) | $8 Students | $6 Children 12 and under Purchase your tickets…
Find out more »Rockport Makers’ Festival
Come to the Rockport Makers' Festival for an unforgettable holiday experience on December 15th and 16th! Shop for the perfect handmade gifts in a seaside Christmas village. Plus, shop some of New England's best creative brands at the Holiday Market in two locations: Rockport Art Association & Museum and Brackett's Ocean View Restaurant. Join in on the fun at the town-wide celebration of Rockport's creative businesses with maker-themed events in the shops, festive food, music, and attractions at Rockport's famous art venues.
Find out more »Cape Ann Farmers Winter Market
The Cape Ann Farmers Market is hosting their Winter Market on Saturday, November 17th and Saturday, December 15th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Stock up for the holidays with your favorite local farmers, bakers, and more! Grab a locally made gift for your host, a treat for yourself, and all the best locally grown veggies, cheeses, fish, bread, and more to share with your friends and family!
Find out more »Opening Reception: Jeffrey Marshall ‘Working the Waterfront’
See Artist Jeffrey Marshall's exhibit Working the Waterfront is on display from December 15, 2018 through January 27, 2019 at the Jane Deering Gallery located at 19 Pleasant Street in Gloucester. Meet the artist at the Opening Reception on Saturday, December 15th, from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm. The gallery is open Saturdays and Sundays 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm or by appointment. Call 917-902-4359 or email [email protected] for more information or to schedule a visit.
Find out more »Annual Mens Night in Downtown Gloucester
Save the Date! Head to Downtown Gloucester on Thursday, December 20th, 2018 for the 42nd Annual Mens Night. Enjoy refreshments, discounts, and a fun shopping event. More details to follow.
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Welcome Yule! A Midwinter Celebration
On Friday, December 21st, MAGMA Gloucester is hosting A Celebration of the Midwinter based on folk traditions - music, dance, songs, myth, and legends. A multi-generational cast will lead the celebration. Join in on the singing and dancing to mark the longest night and share the light of the New Year! Tickets are sold at the door: Adults ~ $15 Children ~ $10, Under 5 years ~ free Family Cap ~ $40 For more information, visit MAGMA Gloucester.
Find out more »Rockport New Year’s Eve
Ring in the New Year in the small town of Rockport with a BIG celebration – Rockport New Year’s Eve: 90 shows by 45 different acts in 19 venues, most of which are handicap-accessible, and all of which are within easy walking distance of one another. There is free parking at Whistlestop Mall, and there is free bus service from the parking and the train station. Events begin at 6:00 pm and end with a midnight ball drop. Performances include…
Find out more »New Year’s Eve Cruise
Celebrate the New Year at Sea aboard Beauport Cruiselines! This unique cocktail-style cruise includes passed and stationed hors-d’oeuvres, live DJ entertainment, and a midnight champagne toast, all while cruising Gloucester Harbor. Cash bar available, 21+ event. Tickets are $64 each and may be purchased by calling 978.865.3210 or visiting https://bit.ly/2UtY9Fa Happy New Year!
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