Each year we look forward to the holidays here in New Hampshire. From local light displays to the more professional ones we can drive there, there’s a whole lot of sparkle to see. And along with all that special sparkle we love the traditional celebrations that take place. In a year when so many things we love have been changed or cancelled to help us stay safe, we couldn’t be more excited that one annual celebration is still on!
Everyone who lives in or visits New Hampshire knows that Portsmouth is a great place to visit. Outdoor dining in the summer and great fall foliage make it a no-brainer. But at Christmas there’s no more magical place to be!
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While things might feel a bit different this Christmas, simply enjoying the city is a great way to get into the spirit. Years past we’ve loved all the fun of the large Vintage Christmas celebration. And while it’s a bit scaled back this year, things will still feel merry and bright if you can make the trip.
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For one thing, the Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond at Strawbery Banke is going strong! This natural skating rink is open now and will remain open through March, but we think visiting during the holidays is as magical as it gets.
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The annual Candlelight Stroll was a hit this year and we’re thankful to have had the opportunity to enjoy it. Even if the indoor elements couldn’t take place.
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The town itself is ready for visitors and you can still check out the winners of the annual Gingerbread House contest at the Discover Portsmouth Welcome Center.
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Head to The Music Hall on Saturday December 26th and Sunday December 27th to enjoy “Juston McKinney’s Year in Review: Last Laugh 2020,” which is sure to bring some much needed comedy to a hard year. You can learn about snagging the $38 tickets for that here.
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While things might be different this year, there’s still a lot of sparkle in Portsmouth.
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And we think it’s worth the trip!
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Vintage Christmas is a great way to celebrate the season.You can learn more about it by checking out the official website and visiting the Strawberry Banke Museum on Facebook. But make your plans quickly! This fun only lasts through December.
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Keep the fun going with one of our other favorite winter activities. There’s nothing more special than an evening on this three-acre natural ice skating rink in New Hampshire.
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Address: Strawbery Banke Museum, 14 Hancock St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
