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  • Holiday embroidery workshop

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Join us for a fun embroidery class. Each student will receive materials to stitch two ornaments in winter-themed designs such as snowflakes, a Christmas tree or a sleigh. Intended for beginners, but all skill levels welcome. For teens and adults. $40 general admission, $35 Gore Place member, $15 Card to Culture.

    $40
  • Jingle & Mingle – Waltham Chamber’s annual holiday party

    Craft Food Halls 200 5th Avenue, Waltham, MA

    Please join us for our Waltham Chamber's annual holiday party. Refreshments! Networking! Raffles! This holiday season we are supporting the Middlesex Human Services Agency by donating needed items. For each donation you will receive a raffle ticket for the door prize. $50 per person and cash bar. Register today.  

    $50
  • A December Evening — A seasonal celebration to benefit Gore Place

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Step into a seasonal celebration and witness the 1806 Gore Mansion transformed with one-of-a-kind holiday decorations. Enjoy live music, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, and a curated holiday boutique. This is more than just a party, it’s an unforgettable experience. Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot by December 3, 2025.

  • Natural wreath making

    Natural wreath making

    Waltham Fields Community Farm 240 Beaver St, Waltham, MA, United States

    Join us for natural wreath making in our greenhouse. Enjoy a cozy afternoon on the farm and gather with your community to sip hot chocolate, horchata or tea while learning to weave, twist, and tie natural farm items like pine cones, holly, and evergreen branches into a festive delight for your home celebrations this holiday season. […]

    $55
  • Breakfast with Santa at Saint Jude’s

    Saint Jude's School Hall 175 Main Street, Waltham, MA

    Menu to include pancakes, sausage, pastries, juice and hot c1hocolate. Door prizes, raffles, games and crafts. Tickets available for purchase online. Individual: $5, family: $10. Tickets can also be purchased after all weekend Masses through December 13. (Ticket prices at the door will be individual $10, family $30.)

    $5
  • Community candle lighting at Waltham City Hall

    Waltham City Hall 610 Main St., Waltham, MA, United States

    Learn about Hanukkah and enjoy light refreshments at the community candle lighting led by Rabbi Ben Chaidell. All ages are welcome. The event will be held in the Waltham City Council chamber on second floor of Waltham City Hall. Mayor Jeannette McCarthy and other city officials will also be there.

  • Gore Place — free mansion tour

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    Gore Place will open the doors of its historic mansion to the public Friday, Dec. 19, for a day of free tours showcasing the Federal-era estate in holiday splendor. Tours start on the hour at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1 p.m. No reservations required. Additional information.

    Free
  • Purim Palooza with Temple Beth Israel

    Join the Jewish community of Waltham to celebrate Purim with carnival games, hamantaschen contest, crafts like make your own mask and gragger, and a costume parade! Sign up here to throw your hamantaschen into the ring and contribute to our vegetarian potluck. 5:30-6:15: Carnival, hamantaschen contest, and family-friendly crafts over potluck 6:15: Costume parade 6:30: Megillah […]

  • Annual Easter Bunny Celebration

    City of Waltham Government Center 119 School Street, Waltham, MA

    Join us for our annual Easter Bunny Celebration Saturday, March 21st at Government Center from 10am-12pm! Stop by with your camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. There will also be balloons, temporary tattoos, arts & crafts, and a visit with the Waltham Fire Department. For further information, please contact the Mayor’s Office at […]

    Free
  • Community Passover Seder in Waltham

    Join Temple Beth Israel in Waltham for a joyful and participatory community seder open to all. Our seder is uplifting with traditional and new songs, relevant discussion and an opportunity to connect with friends and family or meet new people. Our in-house volunteer committee prepares a homemade kosher for Passover meal in our kitchen. Fee: […]

    $75
  • Patriots’ Day ceremony

    Lexington Street and Lincoln Street 445 Lexington St, Waltham, MA

    The city will hold its annual Patriots’ Day Ceremony today, at 9:30 a.m., at the intersection of Lexington  and Lincoln streets, where the Waltham Minuteman Memorial is located. Organized by the City of Waltham Veterans’ Services, the event is open to the public and will honor generations of the city’s veterans who served in America’s […]

  • Mother’s Day Mosaic Gift Making

    Amy Marks’ Mosaic Studio 111 Riverview Avenue, Waltham

    Imagine her surprise when your mom gets a unique handmade gift from you! When you register, you'll have the choice of making jewelry, a picture frame, a small mirror (7" diameter) […]

    $45