Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Winter Lights at The Loading Dock Gallery
2025-12-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-09 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-08 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
December is a festive time at The Loading Dock Gallery and we invite you to partake in the celebration of the seasons. Winter Lights has become an annual tradition of holiday shoppers as a source of unique, handcrafted, giftable art and holiday decorations presented by more than 30 local artists. Shop Local and Shop Small and find that unique and extraordinary gift that will make this holiday memorable.

Holiday Pops Concert with the Firebird Pops Orchestra
2025-12-12 19:30 - 22:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
‘Tis the season to warm your soul with the festive sounds of the Firebird Pops Orchestra in The Umbrella’s state-of-the-art Theater 144.
Cozy up to two acts of beloved holiday classics–plus some new favorites!–performed by talented musicians from across New England. Let these rich, vibrant orchestrations provide the soundtrack to your December as you enjoy solos by Mara Bonde, Sandra Piques Eddy, and Stephen Markarian with your loved ones.
Bringing the family? Pops the perfect introduction to the magic of the symphony for listeners of all ages. During intermission, let little ones explore Educational activities with an Umbrella instructor while you visit Concessions and take in the beautiful abstract works in the Allie Kussin Gallery, Joy & Peace.
There’s nothing quite like experiencing the joy of a full orchestra together—especially when everyone gets to sing along. Let your voice join in a rousing sing-along finale that fosters the warmth of community against the December chill.
About The Firebird Pops Orchestra:
The online musical sensation Firebird Pops was born “out of the ashes” of the COVID-19 shutdown, its inaugural virtual performances taking grateful audiences by storm. Under the baton of founder and music director, Brendan Kenney, almost 60 musicians performed Harry Potter Symphonic Suite, a medley of the score from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, garnering praise from MuggleNet.com, Nerdist, and New England’s Channel 7 News. Since then, the orchestra has continued to grow in size and notoriety with its innovative digital performances from Phantom of the Opera, the launch of the Firebird Vox choir, and fresh seasonal concerts for the Halloween and Winter Holidays. Formally granted nonprofit status, the Firebird Pops organization looks forward to expanding its in-person repertoire, and The Umbrella is proud to introduce them to live audiences in our state-of-the-art Main Stage Theater 144!

Suffolk Mill Tour
2025-12-12 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-10 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.

June 15-August 31, 2025
Wednesday, Friday – Sunday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, much of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Suffolk Mill Tour
2025-12-12 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-11 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-10 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-09 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
April 26-June 14, 2025
Monday-Friday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, much of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Exploring Lowell Walking Tours
2025-12-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Explore the city of Lowell through a ranger guided walk. Discover the many exciting topics that make Lowell special every Wednesday through Sunday at 11:00 a.m. From the natural environment to the Industrial Revolution to urban renewal, the city of Lowell has something for everyone.
For detailed descriptions of the topics each week, visit our Facebook or Instagram pages.
April 26-June 14, 2025
Wednesday-Sunday 11 a.m.
Visitors should plan for a 45-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1 mile on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.). This tour is free and open to all. No reservations required.

Private Salty Reiki Healing with Anabel
2025-12-12 | The Salted Soul Salt Cave, 340 Great Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Every Friday, Anabel is here offering private reiki sessions in the cave. Get your salt therapy and reiki healing all at once. Investment is $145.
Appointment options are:
*10:00-11:00am
*11:30-12:30pm
*1:00-2:00pm

Barolo Holiday Dinner ft. Ceretto Wines
2025-12-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Celebrating the Flavors of Piedmont with Ceretto
Join us at Forge & Vine as we celebrate the Piedmont region of Italy—known for its rich culinary traditions, refined techniques, and world-renowned wines. This special December dinner will feature dishes inspired by the authentic flavors and ingredients of Piedmont, thoughtfully paired with celebrated wines from the area.
James Bishop of Heritage Collection – Trinchero Family Estates will be on hand to guide guests through the wines at each course. Our menu offers a hybrid experience of plated courses and a convivial, family-style feast—just as we imagine it might be enjoyed in Piedmont itself.
Tickets are $165 per person and include the multi-course meal with wine pairings, tax, and gratuity, making for a heartfelt evening celebrating the region’s cuisine, culture, and the joy of gathering around the table.

Boarding House Park
2025-12-11 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 12:15 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for kids and a welcoming space for families to connect and thrive. After the performance, climb on Lowell National Historical Park’s trolley for a free ride.
Learn more about the free concerts for kids on the Lowell Summer Music Series website: lowellsummermusic.org/pages/kids

Holiday Trivia Night at Forge & Vine
2025-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Think you know your holiday movies, songs, and traditions? Put your festive knowledge to the test at Holiday Trivia Night in the Forge & Vine Four-Seasons Room! Gather your friends for a cozy evening of good food, great drinks, and friendly competition.
Admission is free, and teams can include up to six players. Space is limited – seating is first come, first serve
Enjoy delicious bites and drinks available for purchase and get 20% off your team’s first appetizer when you play. We’ll have fun questions, great music, and prizes for the winners.
See you there—and game on!

A River Transformed Walking Tour
2025-12-09 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
June 15-August 31, 2025
Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
2025-12-07 15:00 - 18:00 | MA
A Concord classic. Spend the afternoon with live music, photos with Santa, a festive parade, and the official lighting of the town tree. A warm, community-centered celebration.

A River Transformed Lowell Walking Tour
2025-12-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
April 26-June 14, 2025
Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Porter Mill Holiday Open Studios
2025-12-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Porter Mill Studios, 95 Rantoul Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Porter Mill Holiday Open Studios
Saturday, Dec 6, 12-6pm Sunday, Dec 7, 12-5pm
Explore four floors of artist spaces, offering a variety of artwork including painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, jewelry, glass work, poetry, fashion and more. Shop directly from the artists while learning about their media and techniques. Decorate your own home or use this fantastic opportunity to secure gifts for the holidays. In the lobby, take in two group exhibitions: “Toys” exploring objects of play and a grid wall featuring “Smol” an exhibit of truly small affordable works of art. Enjoy traditional holiday music (live) on Saturday.The taproom at Coastal Mass Brewing will be in full swing and on Saturday, you can enjoy your beverages throughout the studio spaces.Park all day for $2 at the MBTA parking garage, across Rantoul Street from Porter Mill.
