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Christmas by Candlelight: Old Sturbridge Village

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Venue:Old Sturbridge Village
Hours:4:00pm-9:00pm
Ages:Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:Outdoor
Cost:$ see below
Category:Holiday

Experience the magic of a candlelit New England village while learning about the history of today’s Christmas traditions at Christmas by Candlelight. Guests can hear carolers, sip hot cider, hear stories, and much more.

Escape the frenzy of a modern Christmas with an enchanted evening of gingerbread, roasted chestnuts, music, dance, and a sleigh ride (weather permitting). Meet Father Christmas and chat with Santa Claus (bring your camera!).

Watch a video of past celebrations on the OSV website.

Highlights include:

Musical performances
Sleigh rides (weather permitting)
Gingerbread House Contest - winners determined by your votes
Holiday traditions explained - roasting chestnuts, yule logs, fruitcake
Holiday readings
Victorian carolers
Make your own Christmas cards and ornaments
Visit Father Christmas and Santa Claus
Punch & Judy Puppet Show
Christmas carol sing-a-longs
Holiday magic shows

COST↑ top

(Subject to Change)Mid-October through Nov 17Friday/Sunday:$6 Members$10 Non-membersSaturday:$13 Members$15 non-MembersAs of Nov 18Friday/Sunday:$12 Members$14 Non-membersSaturday:$13 Members$15 non-Members

WEBSITE↑ top

www.osv.org/activities_events/event_calendar_more.html?ID=614&DateID=1874

LOCATION↑ top

Route 20, Sturbridge, MA map
Phone: 800-SEE-1830

GPS
Find Old Sturbridge Village as a point of interest or use the physical address:
40 Stallion Hill Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566

By Bus or Train
Amtrak, Peter Pan and Greyhound are serving the city of Worcester. Red Cab Taxi is available from the train or bus station to transport you to Sturbridge, MA.

By Air
Old Sturbridge Village is easily accessible from Logan International Airport in Boston, TF Green in Rhode Island, Bradley International Airport in Connecticut, Worcester Regional Airport or Southbridge Municipal Airport. Rental cars and limousine services are available from these airports.

Parking
FREE parking is available at our museum.

Tolls
The E-ZPass transponder is accepted at the FAST LANE in Massachusetts. Calculate Toll for your trip on the Masspike [I-90].

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