Magic of Lights Drive-thru Experience at Gillette Stadium! Nov 13 – Jan 2, 2021!
Are you ready to start enjoying the holiday season? This bright light event is fun for the whole family and worth the drive! There was... Read More
Holiday House Guided Tours at Strawberry Banke 12/26-12/31!
I’m all for staying in my pajamas and relaxing with family over the holidays. But there comes a time when everyone gets a little stir... Read More
It’s magical! Encore of Lights at Charmingfare Farm 12/27-12/29!
Just because Christmas is over doesn’t mean life goes back to normal right away! Charmingfare Farm is a popular place to visit with families looking... Read More
Done by 7am? Tips on making Christmas morning last longer!
As a child on Christmas morning, I can remember sitting amongst a mountain of discarded wrapping paper and foil bows with every single present already... Read More
6 Easy tips on cleaning (and keeping clean) your house for holiday guests.
Is your house becoming the local Motel 6 for the holidays? Sounds like it’s time to bust out the cleaning supplies. Here are some simple... Read More
2019 Holiday Tipping Guide: Who do you tip and how much is appropriate?
It’s the most confusing time of year for me — holiday tip time! How much is too little, too much, not needed or not allowed!... Read More
8 Memorable Christmas Traditions to start with your family this year!
My daughter came home one December day with a ceramic pickle and was all, “OK, let’s get this on the Christmas tree!” That tradition started... Read More
Hosting holiday house guests? An easy and stress-free “How-To” prep for your merry visitors.
Ding dong! The guests have arrived! Being a great host is a big job, but it doesn’t mean you have to expend a super human... Read More
Easy Gingerbread House that’s guaranteed not to collapse. Great for kids of any age, too!
Many of us have attempted gingerbread houses from fancy kits, only to witness the roof and sides collapse like a deck of cards. No more.... Read More
Inexpensive holiday gift ideas for friends and family. Check and check.
We all have friends and neighbors who we’d love to shower with holiday pressies, but buying gifts for everyone in our lives can be expensive!... Read More
Get festive this holiday at Strawbery Banke’s “Candlelight Stroll”, weekends in December!
Stroll through life in a simpler time as 350 years of American history, winter traditions, and holiday celebrations unfolds around you in New Hampshire’s oldest... Read More
Santa’s Workshop at Smolak Farms open weekends in December. FREE!
On weekends in December through December 21, our barn plays host to Santa and some of his helpers! The atmosphere is relaxed as guests come... Read More
The Christmas Dove. It’s like a ride through the holidays. Only FREE!
The Christmas Dove is a retail holiday store, but it might as well be a winter wonderland ride at Disneyland, only with free admission! The... Read More
Charmingfare Farm’s Lighted Winter Wonderland AND Santa’s Big Party in December!
Experience the magic of Christmas when you visit Charmingfare Farm this holiday season! At the Lighted Winter Wonderland and Santa’s Big Party you’ll travel through... Read More
SKC’s 2019 Gingerbread Houses Guide– where to SEE them and MAKE them on the seacoast!
Nothing says Christmas holidays like gingerbread houses! The artistry, the creativity, the sugar! Check out where you can see, make, and marvel at gingerbread houses... Read More
Wentworth By The Sea’s annual “Illumination” Tuesday 12/3 from 5-7pm!
Wentworth’s annual Illumination makes a festive occasion of lighting up the grand Victorian hotel symbolizing the beginning of the holiday season in New Castle! This... Read More
2019 Seacoast Holiday Parade Guide: Find one marching near you!
The seacoast is ready to celebrate the winter holidays and several towns are kicking off the season with a Santa parade and other festive activities.... Read More
2019 Holiday & Santa Brunches are a’plenty this season. He must get really full.
Looking to break bread with ol’ St. Nick? There are so many opportunities to share a meal with the jolly old soul (and sometimes the... Read More
Best ever Black Friday Shopping Tips: Get the bargains, keep your sanity.
We’ve all heard about the crazy deals shoppers can score on Black Friday, but all the hype can be intimidating! Here are some tips to... Read More
DVR Alert! Find all your favorites on our 2019 Holiday TV & Movie Guide.
Looking for a cute holiday special on television for the kids? See the season line-up below and get your DVR ready to record your favorites.... Read More
Cut your own tree and more holiday fun at “Christmas Tree Spree” at Charmingfare Farm!
Let’s face it, its no fun going to the gas station parking lot to pick out your tree. So Charmingfare wants to make getting a... Read More
Strawbery Banke’s Labrie Family Skate outdoor skating opens Friday 11/29!
The Labrie Family Skating Rink will open on Friday, November 29! This is an outdoor, seasonal ice skating rink on the grounds of Strawbery Banke... Read More
Ultimate 2.5-mile drive-thru light show at NH Motor Speedway Gift of Lights runs through 1/5!
Have you ever gone driving around town with your family looking for the best holiday lights displays? There’s something about the magic of tons of... Read More
Seacoast NH “Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree” Directory. Let’s do this!
Want to get all authentic this holiday and cut your own tree? Southern New Hampshire has quite a few farms that offer that classic experience!... Read More
“Sea Festival of Trees” opens 11/23! Ice skating, magical lights and a giant gingerbread house!
Get ready for a forest of sparkling holiday trees and wreaths—fancily decorated with unique and fun themes, visits with Santa, Elsa and The Grinch, skating... Read More
Save the date! Gorgeous holiday sights at the 2019 Portsmouth Festival of Trees 11/15-11/17!
The Portsmouth Garden Club and the Urban Forestry Center invite you to the 22nd Festival of Trees! Wake a walk through an enchanted world decorated... Read More
Teaching kids Table Manners in time for holiday meals. Yes, please and thanks!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More
Mayor’s Holiday Special offers 60% off tickets to 100+ shows in Boston!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More
Tickets on sale for “Annie” at The Music Hall 11/27 – 12/22!
Make time for magic with friends and family this holiday season! Annie is the heartwarming and hilarious story of a merry, quirky orphan girl finding... Read More
Tickets on sale now for the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company “Polar Express”!
The Polar Express returns to Portland for a 12th season in 2019! The fun begins at the Ocean Gateway Visitor Center, which serves as our... Read More
