If you’ve visited Nantucket Island in December in the past, you understand that this charming Massachusetts town becomes a winter wonderland every year. Though many holiday events are canceled in 2020, Nantucket is still decked to the nines and waiting to be seen. We may have to social distance, but we can still walk through this enchanting Christmas town and support the small businesses within it. Let’s reflect on Christmastime in Nantucket from the past, and see how we can still celebrate this winter wonderland this year.
Every year during the holiday season, the beautiful town of Nantucket on Nantucket Island transforms into a Christmas winter wonderland.
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Typically, the streets are decked out in lights and decorations, and Bay Staters from near and fall come for the “Christmas Stroll.”
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The Christmas Stroll was invented in 1973 to try and keep Nantucket residents from doing their shopping in Cape Cod. This local event always starts with a tree lighting and caroling.
Nantucket Island / Facebook
Throughout the years, this holiday event grew into a three-hour shopping extravaganza, and has been internationally recognized. People from Cape Cod now come to Nantucket to do their holiday shopping.
Nantucket Island / Facebook
While the Christmas Stroll isn’t happening this year, you can still see Nantucket decorated for Christmas and filled with holiday cheer.
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In lieu of a Christmas Stroll, there’s an initiative to support local businesses called Nantucket Noel. Until December 31st, 2020, small businesses will have specials so you can shop virtually.
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Christmas might look different in Nantucket this year, but this charming town is still overflowing with holiday spirit. Support small businesses at the Nantucket Noel, and hopefully next year we can gather for the Christmas Stroll once again.
Nantucket Christmas Stroll Weekend / Facebook For more information on the Nantucket Christmas Stoll or the Nantucket Noel, click here.
Have you ever been to Nantucket during Christmastime? Did you attend the Christmas Stroll? We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences in the comments!
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Nantucket Island / Facebook
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Nantucket Christmas Stroll Weekend / Facebook
For more information on the Nantucket Christmas Stoll or the Nantucket Noel, click here.
Are there other holiday attractions in Massachusetts that you’re looking forward to seeing? Perhaps a small business you’ll be supporting instead? You can nominate a place through our nomination page, and we may feature it in an upcoming article!
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Address: Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, USA
