Falmouth Holiday by the Sea Weekend
Kick off the holiday season with caroling in charming Woods Hole Village as the winter sun sets over Vineyard Sound, then hop on the trolley to Nobska Lighthouse for their festive Holiday Open House. Welcome Santa as he makes a grand arrival by boat at the picturesque Falmouth Harbor. Lace up for the 14th Annual Jingle Jog or the whimsical GhELF Run, and gather with the community for the magical lighting of the Village Green. Experience the warmth and charm of Falmouth Village during the Holiday Stroll, featuring boutique shopping, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, festive dining, and dazzling decorations. And don’t miss the highlight of the season — the biggest small-town Christmas parade in all of Southeast New England!
All of the Falmouth Holidays by the Sea Weekend festivities listed below will be held Rain or Shine.
Friday, December 5, 5 to 8 pm
Nobska Lighthouse Holiday Open House
Take the trolley* from Woods Hole Village to Nobska Point to have your picture taken with Mrs. Claus and enjoy holiday music by The Brass Ring ensemble. Warm up inside the renovated Keepers House, enjoy cocoa and cookies provided by Coffee Obsession, color a portrait of Nobska created by local artist Karen Rinaldo, Gallery on Main, and see inside the lighthouse tower at night! Arrival by trolley ONLY*, there will be no public parking available during this event. Trolley STOP at the Candle House @ 127 Water Street. ADA accessibility accommodations may be made by reserving ahead: email outreach@friendsofnobska.org. Sponsored by Friends of Nobska Light, Inc.
Friday, December 5, 5:30 pm
Caroling in Woods Hole Village
Join us as we herald in the Christmas season with caroling at Waterfront Park, Water Street in Woods Hole Village. The Solstice Singers lead us in a festive seasonal sing-along of familiar holiday classics. Hop on the trolley on Water Street and take it to Nobska Lighthouse to partake in their Holiday Open House. Remember to dress warmly. Sponsored by Service Credit Union.
Saturday, December 6, 10:30 am
Marine Lodge Seafaring Santa Sails into Falmouth Harbor
We welcome Seafaring Santa and the Falmouth High School Chorus at Falmouth Harbor, near The Band Shell, on Scranton Avenue. Candy Canes for all the kids! Sponsored by Patriot Party Boats.
Saturday, December 6, 3:00pm
14th Annual GhELF Run
Wear your wildest holiday “jingle bells” festive outfit to run the course starting and ending at The Run House, 227 Main Street. The GhELF Run will consist of a half mile run for children 12 and under. Jingle bells for all. Sponsored by Ghelfi's Candies of Cape Cod.
Saturday, December 6, 3:30pm
14th Annual Jingle Jog 5K
Wear your wildest holiday “jingle bells” festive outfit to run the course starting and ending at The Run House, 227 Main Street. You might be running in twilight, so wear your reflective gear! Jingle bells for all. See the course map. Sponsored by Falmouth Road Race, Inc.
Saturday, December 6, 4 to 8 pm
Falmouth Village Holiday Stroll
Main Street & Queen’s Buy Way, Falmouth Village
Join us at the Annual Holiday Stroll hosted by the Falmouth Village Association for the ultimate festive celebration. Discover unique gifts at our charming local shops, dine in our many restaurants, be serenaded by the Dickens Carolers, and cheer on adult and kid runners during the Jingle Jog 5k and Kids GhELF Run! Visit with Santa at Barbo’s Furniture and follow him to the Lighting of the Village Green.
Parking is available at both Mullen-Hall and Lawrence Schools. A detailed Schedule of Events will be available at Falmouth Village merchants. Like the Falmouth Village Facebook page for more information.
Saturday, December 6, 6 pm
Lighting of the Village Green*
Main Street, including the Falmouth Village Green will be decorated for Christmas. You can't miss the ONE magic moment that transforms the Village Green to Santa's wonderland and brings families together in festive high spirits to start the holidays. The Falmouth Town Band Brass will lead the holiday caroling before a special visit from Santa. Dress warmly and bring flashlights and your best holiday cheer! Sponsored by Martha's Vineyard Bank, Falmouth Chamber of Commerce & Falmouth Department of Public Works.
Sunday, December 7, Noon
62nd Annual Falmouth Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade
Bring your family, your guests and your friends to the BEST and largest Christmas Parade in all of Southeast New England. Presented for the 62nd consecutive year by the Falmouth Chamber of Commerce and led by David Vieira, our Falmouth Town Crier. The parade, organized under the theme of “HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHT," will step-off at noon from Dillingham Avenue and Davis Straits and proceed along Main Street to the Village Green. It will feature decorated floats, marching bands, costumed characters and Santa Claus! Smile for the cameras, as FCTV will once again film the entire parade for local viewing.
Parade Sponsors: Cape Cod 5 & Falmouth Chamber of Commerce
Float Sponsor: Chapman Funerals & Cremations
Please note that schedules are subject to change without prior notice. To confirm the program schedule, please call 508-548-8500.
