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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|

Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village

The Greek Revival style Solomon Richardson house dressed with garland.

Photo Credit: Mark Fleming

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

Cathryn McCann

While on staff as digital assistant editor, Cathryn wrote and promoted content for NewEngland.com and its social media channels. Prior to this role, she lived and worked on Martha’s Vineyard as a newspaper reporter, covering everything from environmental issues and education to crime and politics.

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Kathryn Thomas says:

November 26, 2018 at 1:37 pm

Need to submit the price of the weekend in your advertisement. It looks so beautiful.

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1. Aimee Tucker says:
  
  November 26, 2018 at 1:52 pm
  
  Hi Kathryn. We are glad you enjoyed our post on Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village! While it is an option to stay overnight, it is not required to participate in the festivities. You can learn more about Christmas by Candlelight celebration (including pricing for the museum and overnight rates) by visiting the Old Sturbridge Village website here: https://www.osv.org/event/cbc/ Thanks!
  
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Christine daurizio says:

December 4, 2020 at 6:56 am

Looks beautiful fir Christmas , will visit

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donalds5 says:

December 22, 2022 at 11:09 am

It looks beautiful. Is it possible to stay in town on Christmas Eve through the day after Christmas?

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