Enjoy the festive charm of Natick with our detailed event guide. For those born and raised in Natick and those just arrived, our guide is your holiday handbook.
Popular Events: One highlight this season is the New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair, where local artisans showcase handcrafted goods and delicious treats that capture the spirit of the holidays. You can also explore the Twenty-Ninth Original Castleberry Faire, featuring an array of unique crafts and live entertainment that brings the community together. And the Walnut Hill’s Nutty Nutcracker is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a delightful twist on the beloved holiday classic. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Natick
- Twenty-Ninth Original Castleberry Faire (Wilmington)
- New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair (Topsfield)
- Holiday Festival of Crafts (Worcester)
- Walnut Hill’s Nutty Nutcracker
- Chestnut Hill Christmas Market (Chestnut Hill)
- Norwood Holiday Market (Norwood)
- Jamaica Plain Holiday Crafts Fair (Jamaica Plain)
- Marlborough Thanksgiving Sunday Antique Show (Marlborough)
- Sandwich Holiday Antique Show (Sandwich)
See these and even more events listed below!
Natick Holiday Markets and Shopping
Chestnut Hill Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience with local artisans and vendors.
Description:
The Chestnut Hill Christmas Market is an annual event featuring local artisans and vendors selling jewelry, clothing, handmade crafts, and delicious food. The market also includes Christmas trees and handmade wreaths, with proceeds supporting non-profit mission partners.
Where: Chestnut Hill | More Info: Chestnut Hill Christmas Market
Jamaica Plain Holiday Crafts Fair
What to Expect:
Celebrating local craftsmanship with diverse, handmade products.
Description:
The Jamaica Plain Holiday Crafts Fair is a vibrant event showcasing local artisans and craftspeople, offering unique handmade items and seasonal goods.
Where: Jamaica Plain | More Info: Jamaica Plain Holiday Crafts Fair
Norwood Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and live holiday music with Santa's workshop.
Description:
The Norwood Holiday Market at the Skating Club of Boston offers a day of holiday shopping with over 30 local vendors, live music, and special experiences like Santa's workshop. Enjoy festive refreshments and public skating, with opportunities to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for a memorable family photo.
Where: Norwood | More Info: Norwood Holiday Market
Sandwich Holiday Antique Show
What to Expect:
Community-driven livestock and handmade craft showcase.
Description:
The Sandwich Fair is an annual event showcasing livestock, handmade crafts, and community exhibits. It features various animal shows, including 4-H competitions, as well as entertainment acts and activities for all ages.
Where: Sandwich | More Info: Sandwich Holiday Antique Show
New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair
What to Expect:
Indoor event with a wide variety of handmade crafts and specialty foods.
Description:
The New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair at Topsfield Fairgrounds in Topsfield, MA, features over 200 booths showcasing unique handmade crafts, seasonal flower arrangements, and specialty foods. Enjoy a diverse array of artisanal products and delicious treats.
Where: Topsfield | More Info: New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair
Twenty-Ninth Original Castleberry Faire
What to Expect:
Indoor shopping event with over 250 artisans and specialty foods.
Description:
The 29th Annual Castleberry Faire is a three-day shopping extravaganza featuring over 250 juried artisans showcasing their finest American-made works. The event includes a variety of unique finds such as seasonal wall hangings, beautifully framed landscape photography, and holiday home decor. Specialty foods like chocolate-covered toffees, seasonal sugar cookies, and decadent brownies are also available. The event is held indoors at the Shriners Auditorium in Wilmington, MA, with free parking and shuttle bus services.
Where: Wilmington | More Info: Twenty-Ninth Original Castleberry Faire
Holiday Festival of Crafts
What to Expect:
Unique, handmade gifts from over 50 fine craft artists.
Description:
The Holiday Festival of Crafts at the Worcester Center for Crafts is a juried marketplace celebrating American handmade craft. It features over 50 fine craft artists showcasing their work, offering unique, handmade gifts for men, women, and children. The festival is held indoors with free parking and operates from Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 11am-4pm.
Where: Worcester | More Info: Holiday Festival of Crafts
Natick Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Walnut Hill’s Nutty Nutcracker
What to Expect:
Unique ballet adaptation by young dancers.
Description:
Walnut Hill School for the Arts presents Gwendolyn's Nutty Nutcracker, a delightful ballet performance featuring talented young dancers in a charming adaptation of the classic holiday tale.
Where: Natick | More Info: Walnut Hill’s Nutty Nutcracker
Natick Other Holiday Activities
Marlborough Thanksgiving Sunday Antique Show
What to Expect:
Unique collection of antique items and collectibles.
Description:
The Marlborough Thanksgiving Sunday Antique Show at the Royal Plaza Trade Center features a variety of antique items, including collectibles and vintage pieces, available for purchase from local dealers and enthusiasts.
Where: Marlborough | More Info: Marlborough Thanksgiving Sunday Antique Show
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- Framingham Center (5 miles)
- Needham (6 miles)
- Newton (8 miles)
- Waltham (9 miles)
- Dedham (10 miles)
- Norwood (10 miles)
- Watertown (10 miles)
- Marlborough (11 miles)
- Belmont (12 miles)
- Jamaica Plain (12 miles)
- Brookline (12 miles)
- Lexington (13 miles)
- Milford (13 miles)
- Arlington (13 miles)
- Canton (14 miles)
- Cambridge (14 miles)
- Franklin (14 miles)
- Acton (15 miles)
- Somerville (15 miles)
- Milton (15 miles)
- Medford (16 miles)
- Boston (16 miles)
- South Boston (16 miles)
- Winchester (16 miles)
- Stoughton (17 miles)
- Woburn (17 miles)
- Burlington (17 miles)
- Everett (17 miles)
- Malden (17 miles)
- Chelsea (18 miles)
- Randolph (18 miles)
- Quincy (18 miles)
- Mansfield (19 miles)
- Shrewsbury (19 miles)
- Braintree (19 miles)
- Stoneham (19 miles)
- Melrose (19 miles)
- Revere (19 miles)
- Billerica (19 miles)
- Wilmington (20 miles)
- Wakefield (21 miles)
- Westford (21 miles)
- Woonsocket (21 miles)
- Easton (21 miles)
- Reading (21 miles)
- Saugus (21 miles)
- Weymouth (21 miles)
- Brockton (22 miles)
- Chelmsford (22 miles)
- Cumberland (22 miles)
- Worcester (23 miles)
- Tewksbury (23 miles)
- Attleboro (24 miles)
- Lowell (24 miles)
- Lincoln (25 miles)
- South Peabody (26 miles)
- Leominster (27 miles)
- Dracut (27 miles)
- Smithfield (27 miles)
- Peabody (27 miles)
- Pawtucket (28 miles)
- Salem (28 miles)
- Danvers (29 miles)
- Taunton (30 miles)
- North Providence (31 miles)
- Beverly (31 miles)
- North Andover (31 miles)
- Fitchburg (31 miles)
- Beverly Cove (31 miles)
- Methuen (32 miles)
- Providence (32 miles)
- East Providence (32 miles)
- Johnston (33 miles)
- Nashua (34 miles)
- Cranston (35 miles)
- Middleborough (35 miles)
- Salem (36 miles)
- Haverhill (37 miles)
- Gardner (39 miles)
- Warwick (40 miles)
- Merrimack (41 miles)
- Derry (41 miles)
- Fall River (41 miles)
- West Warwick (41 miles)
- Gloucester (42 miles)
- Derry Village (42 miles)
- Bristol (42 miles)
- Coventry (44 miles)