Winter in North Central Massachusetts is full of fun ways to get out and enjoy the season! Take a magical horse-drawn sleigh ride at Cornerstone Ranch or spend the day skiing at Wachusett Mountain. Warm up indoors with family fun at Great Wolf Lodge or discover beautiful and thought-provoking exhibits at the Fitchburg Art Museum. Craft beer fans can relax at Wachusett Brewing Company, while outdoor lovers embrace the season on a guided winter hike with North County Land Trust. Be sure to check out Westminster’s Tree Burning Party. Drop off your Christmas tree after the holidays, then gather on January 10 for the big burn, complete with hot cocoa and sweet treats. End the day with live music at Groton Hill Music or The Bull Run Restaurant, and enjoy the many diverse dining options throughout the region.



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Come to Martha’s Vineyard in January to find cheer and light! Cold sunny Vineyard days on trails, beaches illuminate the soul and lift spirits. Enjoy harpist/singer Aine Mongue’s concert (1/3 at 2 pm); Full Moon Owl-Prowl (1/3 at 4:15 pm); Chef’s Table Dinner (1/7). Explore Vineyard hiking and beach trails across the island; foliage-free trails mean eye-popping terrain and ocean views. The Environmental Explorers Afterschool connects students ages 7-14 with Felix Neck’s natural gifts. Cheese 101: Guided Tasting at MV Cheesery is another fun option (1/22; 5-6:30 pm).


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The Clark Art Institute will offer free admission for all visitors from January through March 2026. During the free admission season, visitors will have the opportunity to tour the Clark’s noted permanent collection and special exhibitions, Shadow Visionaries-French Artists Against the current, 1840-70 (open to March 8), Paginations :Gridlocked: The Geometry of Weaving (open to May 17), Raffaella della Olga: Typescript (open to May 31), Groundworks 2025 (open to October 12), Sónia Almeida: Stages (opening February 14).

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New Year, New Adventures await! Learn a new skill at Danforth Art Museum’s Sculpture Maker Space 1/11 or at the Post Road Art Center’s Watercolor Class on 1/15. Experience the Battle of the Bulge reenactment at the American Heritage Museum 1/17-18. Listen to the blues at Hopkinton Center for the Arts 5th Annual Bluesfest 1/17, catch the cover band Between the Waves at Craftroots 1/24 or the warm notes of Symphony Pro Musica’s concert on 1/24.



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Nantucket’s wonder reveals itself in January: ‘Sconset Tour Thursdays 3 pm; Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge — Coskata-Pond & Woods walkabout; Burger specials at Nantucket Hotel’s Breeze; A Walk Down Main Street Tour (Tuesdays 3 pm); Nature Storytime with Animal Friends (January weekends); Ravenous Reptiles (weekends) at Maria Mitchell, see calendar. Nantucket Community Sailing January 26-28; The Drowsy Chaperone (January-February). During this quiet time, explore Nantucket’s 218 parcels and conservation land comprising 9,011 acres. Stay, dine, shop the peaceful wintry island, its trails, beaches and hinterlands.

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Join Discover Gloucester and the Cape Ann Museum for the 5th annual Gloucester’s So Salty festival on January 24 & 25, from 10 am to 4 pm. Celebrate the fish city’s recognizably salty character during this free two-day event which includes ice sculptures, live music, salty treats, free kids’ art activities, and much more. Lift your spirits and laugh the cold away at Salem’s Comedy and Spirits Festival January 21–24, featuring top local and national performing comedians and locally crafted spirits.

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The Company Theatre in Norwell will get people moving January 16-25 with “Once Upon A One More Time!”  Powered by the mega-hits of Britney Spears, this performance gives our favorite fairytales a clever twist. When a fairy godmother goes rogue and gives copies of The Feminine Mystique to classic storybook heroines, the damsels embark on a quest to rewrite their stories and redefine “happily ever after.” Featuring 23 smash singles by the Princess of Pop, you’ll be shouting “gimme more” for this jukebox fantasy come true! Buy tickets now. Find all of See Plymouth’s January events here. 


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Warm up to winter with family-friendly events in Southeastern Mass - just browse the VisitSEMass Events Calendar! On January 2-4, visit New Bedford Whaling Museum for the 30th anniversary of the Moby Dick Marathon. Silver Stone Castle Family Entertainment Center in Swansea now open in the New Year. On January 16, Disney's Frozen JR. will be at the Taunton Performing Arts Center. Ride The Fall River Carousel open year round! 

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Winter doldrums? Then head on over to the Berkshires, the place to be when the snow falls! Our Official Berkshire Winter Guide is the perfect tool to help you plan your visit. Find ski resorts with freshly groomed trails, where you can downhill or cross country ski, board, tube, or snowshoe. Choose comfy accommodations to rest and recharge with friends and family. Mix in a visit to culturals, like MASS MoCA, the Clark, or the Norman Rockwell Museum. Make apres ski plans at fabulous restaurants, pubs, and night spots. Come experience the beauty of the Berkshires during the magic of winter!

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January marks an exciting new chapter for Revolutionary Valley. This month, we officially launch our new website, designed to make it easier than ever to explore the places, stories, and experiences that define our region. With clearer trip planning tools, richer storytelling, and a bold new look, RevolutionaryValley.org will be your gateway to discovering what makes this valley truly revolutionary. Keep an eye out and get ready to explore!

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Start the New Year with hikes, attend ice sculpture events, and disco the night away at New England Botanic Garden. Get tickets to memorable events heading to DCU Center and Hanover Theatre, plus don't skip William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the BrickBox Theatre. The USA Luge team makes a special appearance at the EcoTarium, and those celebrating America’s 250th will want to attend special events in Central Massachusetts. Discover all January event highlights. 



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Historic Deerfield invites you to Candlelight Tavern Night, a journey back in time for a candlelit evening of fun and frivolity in the historic 1786 Hall Tavern on January 17 from 7 to 9 pm. Bring or join a team to test your 1770s-present knowledge with candlelit trivia. Experience the tavern’s unique atmosphere and warm candlelit glow as you test your knowledge with trivia or try your hand at historic card games like Loo, Hazard, and Whist. Sip a landmark 18th-century mocktail in the Tap Room, or learn how to make a classic hot toddy by the kitchen's cozy fireplace. Tickets are $20 per person and available in advance. Arrive well-fed by stopping at Champney's Restaurant before making your way down the street for a night of fun.  

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The Greater Boston area is known for a lot of things - the roots of American independence, the freshest seafood in the world and the ultimate sports town experience. But that's not all we are. Discover the energy that fuels our food scene, our five-star hotel stays and our world-class entertainment venues across every one of our 23 diverse neighborhoods. Tree-lined strolls under a canopy of lights. Fireside cocktails. And the coziest stays. Find warmth this winter in Boston.



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The arts are alive this winter on Cape Cod! Opening January 10 and running through February 22, the Cotuit Center for the Arts hosts the family-friendly winter art exhibit “DREAM BIG.” The interactive exhibit, which features artists' interpretation of this theme, is geared towards younger patrons, with work hung lower than standard. Then, on January 24-25, the Cape Symphony Orchestra presents "Passport to Vienna" at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center in Hyannis. Don’t miss this wonderful voyage through Vienna’s legendary soundscape! Plan your winter getaway to Cape Cod today at CapeCodChamber.org.

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January is the perfect time to explore Western Mass—especially as the nation begins commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Step into the story with a visit to the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, where Henry Knox’s daring Noble Train of Artillery passed through on its epic 300-mile winter journey. Walk sections of the Knox Trail, discover interpretive markers, and feel the energy of the moment that helped turn the tide of the Revolution.

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Relax and reset this January! Enjoy candlelight, hot chocolate, and puppetry at The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art during Carle After Dark. Settle in for a multi-sensory delight when Cello & Chocolate comes to Bombyx. Get crafty during a cozy night of creativity and cinema at Stitch ‘n Flix, where you can work on a knitting project while enjoying a classic movie. Or take a day trip to explore the Hampshire County Museum Trail. Find what you need on the Other Side of Massachusetts!



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