Above: I’ve created this page to make it easier to track the many holiday events in or related to Southborough that residents may want to mark on their calendars. (photos from past year’s celebrations and sales top L-R by Susan Fitzgerald and Messiah Chorus, bottom by Beth Melo)
I’ve created this page to keep track of the upcoming events related to the winter holidays (and shopping).1 These are mostly events in town. But I also included a few events in nearby towns when they have clear links to Southborough (like regional singing groups that include residents and events related to our regional high schools.)
I’ll be updating it with links to more details as those are posted. I’ll also regularly remove events after they happen to make it easier to find what is still to come.
If you want to look back at the details of past events, you’ll still be able to find the full list here and holiday related stories here. For this week’s events, including ones that don’t relate to the holidays, click here.)
Continuing this season
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday: I encourage residents to make a special effort to support at least one Southborough small businesses on these special shopping days, but also throughout the holidays. Click here for my Shop Local directory. (And for special shop local events, click here.)
SFA Christmas Tree Sales @ 32 Cordaville Road: The annual Christmas Tree Sale by Southborough Firefighters. This will continue daily (with differing hours) until they sell out. For details, see related post.
Now through Monday, December 15, 2025
Holiday Decorating Contest & Map registration: Southborough Recreation is encouraging residents to register for a contest and provide info for a community map to enjoy festively decorated homes. For details, click here.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
ARHS NAHS Holiday Party (5:00 – 6:30 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School Auditorium, 79 Bartlett St, Northborough: Algonquin’s National Art Honor Society fundraiser features hot chocolate, ornament decorating and face painting. For details, see related post.
ARHS Holiday Concert (6:30/7:00 pm) @ Algonquin Regional High School Auditorium, 79 Bartlett St, Northborough: The school’s annual Christmas concert traditionally brings together both instrumental and vocal groups. For details, see dedicated post.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
DIY Workshop: White Birch Holiday Centerpiece (6:30 – 7:30 pm) @ Gulbankian Florist, 40 Mt Vickery Rd: There is a registration fee and attendance is limited. For details, see related post.
Blue Christmas Service (7:00 – 8:00 pm) @ St Mark’s Episcopal Church: This community wide service of prayers, readings and candles offers solace to those who need it during the holiday season. Open to all. For details, see dedicated post.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Sip & Shop (6:30 – 7:30 pm) @ Apothecary Artists, 11 Main St: A holiday market celebrating craftsmanship, community, and vintage charm. Includes mocktails, and a raffle basket. For details, see dedicated post.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Pilgrim’s Family Holiday Breakfast (8:15 – 9:30 am) @ Pilgrim Congregational Church’s Fellowship Hall, 15 Common St: Annual family event.
St. Anne’s Christmas Pageant (6:00 pm) @ St. Anne’s Church, 20 Boston Rd: Children’s pageant, dinner, and basket raffle after the 5:00 pm mass.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
NSBORO Schools early dismissal for Holiday break: Public Schools of Southborough and Northborough start the winter break with an early dismissal. School doesn’t resume until January 5th.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Assabet Holiday break: Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School’s break starts this day. School doesn’t resume until January 5th.
Wednesday, December 24 & Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day religious services @ Southborough churches: Stay tuned for my annual dedicated post listing Christmas Masses, Candlelight Services, Carols, Pageants & Celebrations at the seven churches in town.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Welcome to 2025 Party (11:00 am – 12:00 pm) @ Woodward School: Registration is required for this special event by Southborough Recreation. The party for 0-12 yr olds (accompanied by adults) will include a DJ, snacks, games, and a photobooth. Formal wear is requested, not required. $10/child, max $25/ family. For details, click here.
Welcome to 2025 Party (2:00 – 3:00 pm) @ Southborough Library: Free children’s New Years party sponsored by the Friends of the Southborough Library. Children of all ages are invited to ring in 2026 a few hours early with crafts, activities, and snacks. No registration is required.