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Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village

The holiday season at Old Sturbridge Village is a magical step back in time, with historic interpreters, sleigh rides, music, and more.

By Cathryn McCann

Dec 09 2021

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The Greek Revival style Solomon Richardson house dressed with garland.

Photo Credit : Mark Fleming

Please note that many establishments throughout New England have modified their hours and/or operations in response to COVID-19. Always check for the latest information before making travel plans.


Every holiday season at Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, visitors are invited to experience the magic of a candlelit New England township while learning the history of today’s Christmas traditions. Check out some photos of Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village below, and learn more here: https://www.osv.org/event/christmas-by-candlelight-2021/

Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village

Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Candles light the way at Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
A historical interpreter walks to the village common.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Horse-drawn sleigh rides are a favorite holiday activity at Old Sturbridge Village.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
The Fenno House on the village common.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Getting the lanterns ready.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
The Greek Revival–style Solomon Richardson House.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
A holiday wreath adorns the Fenno House barn.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
Historical interpreters departing from the Center Meetinghouse.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
A bull in the snow.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming
Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village
When the sun goes down, the bonfire roars at Old Sturbridge Village.
Photo Credit : Mark Fleming

Have you ever been to Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village?

SEE MORE:
Best Historic Christmas Celebrations in New England
Old Sturbridge Village | Finding 1830s New England in 21st-Century Massachusetts
Guide to Sturbridge, Massachusetts | Hotels, Restaurants & Things to Do