The Omni Mount Washington Resort is proud to present … “In The Mood” for Christmas, featuring the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. On December 18th, the historic Mount Washington Hotel Grand Ballroom will host the legendary big band in a special holiday event. Enjoy a three-course dinner and prepare to dance the night away as the Glenn Miller Orchestra takes to the stage to perform some of the greatest big band hits of all time!
Relive the golden age of dance music with huge top of the chart hits such as “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Tuxedo Junction” and, of course, the enchanting “Moonlight Serenade.” As an extra-added bonus, the famed orchestra may even include some special arrangements of your favorite holiday classics to truly get you…. “In The Mood” for Christmas!
This is a one night only event, and seating is limited so reservations are strongly recommended. Doors open at 6pm. Orchestra will begin at 8:30pm. Tickets are $85 per person; includes dinner, tax and gratuity. Reserve tickets on-line or by calling the Activities Concierge Desk at (603) 278-8989.
Thousands of twinkling lights set the stage for the magical Christmas season at Santa’s Village. Youngsters can whisper their Christmas lists to Santa, feed his reindeer, visit the elves and enjoy 18 Christmas-themed rides in the frosty air.
Christmastime hours: November 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, and 27, and December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17. The park opens every day at 11 a.m. Be sure to dress warmly.
Christmastime Admission – $32 per person (children ages 3 and younger are always admitted free).
The Polar Express will be presented from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on December 16 at the Littleton Opera House. Moviegoers are encouraged to enjoy the show in their favorite PJ’s, just like the characters in the film. Boarding starts at 5 p.m., and the train leaves at 6. Tickets cost $3 each and are available at the Opera House Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., or call (603) 575-5324, and at The Little Village Toy & Book Store. Only 400 tickets are available.
Thousands of twinkling lights set the stage for the magical Christmas season at Santa’s Village. Youngsters can whisper their Christmas lists to Santa, feed his reindeer, visit the elves and enjoy 18 Christmas-themed rides in the frosty air.
Christmastime hours: November 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, and 27, and December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17. The park opens every day at 11 a.m. Be sure to dress warmly.
Christmastime Admission – $32 per person (children ages 3 and younger are always admitted free).
The Chamber Ensemble from Gould Academy in Bethel, Maine, will present an evening of classical music with a taste of the season!
The Chamber Ensemble, directed by Gould’s very own Edison Quinatoa, is coached by Thomas Mesa through the distance learning partnership between Gould and the Manhattan School of Music. The ensemble, which includes violins, flutes, bassoon and piano, will be performing works from Beethoven, Chopin, Mozart, Eduard Grieg and Piazzolla.
Non-member tickets for the event cost $5 for all seats.
This wildly popular show delivers a veritable explosion of yuletide splendor, complete with trivia, prizes, and, of course, all the holiday tunes you know and love. Year-round, the Sweetback Sisters and their band of brothers wow audiences with their precise, family-style harmonies and blazing instrumentals. For this show, the Queens of Christmastime bring their signature mix of modern nostalgia to a wide array of holiday classics and hidden gems that are sure to get even your Scroogiest uncle in a festive spirit. Songbooks and plenty of warm fuzzy feelings provided.
Tickets cost $20/adult in advance and $25 at the door and are available at the Gorham Town Hall, White Mountain Café and online at www.medallionoperahouse.org.
The holiday classic, “Clara’s Nutcracker, a Children’s Ballet,” will be performed by the Creative Edge Dancers on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 8, 9 and 10 at 6 p.m. and in a matinee at 2 p.m. on December 10, all at the historic Littleton Opera House. Tickets cost $10 for adults, and $8 for seniors and kids 5-11, and are available at Lahout’s, the Opera House and at the door.
Thousands of twinkling lights set the stage for the magical Christmas season at Santa’s Village. Youngsters can whisper their Christmas lists to Santa, feed his reindeer, visit the elves and enjoy 18 Christmas-themed rides in the frosty air.
Christmastime hours: November 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, and 27, and December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, and 17. The park opens every day at 11 a.m. Be sure to dress warmly.
Christmastime Admission – $32 per person (children ages 3 and younger are always admitted free).
Storyteller Simon Brooks will tell stories set in European winter. Humorous stories to poignant stories, and stories known and stories new all come to life with Simon’s talent for character voices and sound effects. The stories are presented with the intensity of a live Broadway show, yet with the intimacy of a face-to-face conversation. Simon will show the magic inherent in each story, leaving you wanting more.
Highland Happenings Featured Evening Programs are FREE and OPEN to the public. For more information, please call (603) 278-4453.
The holiday classic, “Clara’s Nutcracker, a Children’s Ballet,” will be performed by the Creative Edge Dancers on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 8, 9 and 10 at 6 p.m. and in a matinee at 2 p.m. on December 10, all at the historic Littleton Opera House. Tickets cost $10 for adults, and $8 for seniors and kids 5-11, and are available at Lahout’s, the Opera House and at the door.