FEATURED EVENTS

Nestled in the heart of Mass Avenue’s Arts District, you’re invited to drink, eat and be merry this holiday season at our third annual Christkindlmarkt! Here, you’ll find the traditional festival elements (music, cheesy raclettes, glühwein and plenty of platzchen to go around) are just the foundation for special storytelling traditions unique to our rich, German culture. Your family will love our Sankt Nikolaus Fest and Krampusnacht. This is your chance to gather with friends and family, and connect with a bigger community to celebrate the magic and wonder of the holiday season in our historic Biergarten.

Welcome to Glimmer Lights at Piney Acres Farm, presented by Gateway Hancock Health & Hancock Health and supported by GBC Bank, Joyner Homes and IMI! Young and old alike will love the spectacular journey through twinkling holiday lights on our 73 acre Hancock County Christmas tree farm - with hints of a beloved classic, featuring a magical 20-minute train ride (or tractor ride) to the North Pole. Guests will board the Piney Acres Express or Holly Jolly Tractor and enjoy a cup of our signature hot cocoa and a freshly made holiday cookie. 2025 Glimmer Lights runs 11/16-12/21, Thursday - Sunday evenings. Also, Santa will be in his Piney Acres Cabin on select evenings: Nov 16th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th, & 30th + Dec 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 18th,19th, 20th & 21st. Choose between The Piney Acres Express, a trackless train seating both adults and children, and the Holly Jolly Tractor.

It’s merry. It’s bright. It’s Winterlights presented by Bank of America at Newfields. Nearly two million lights will dazzle and delight during the ninth annual holiday tradition in The Garden. Lights will dance beneath your feet and twinkle overhead, reaching the very tips of 100-year-old trees and lighting the way. The undeniable display of wintertime wonder extends inside the historic Lilly House with whimsical Dickens Villages, sweetly scented gingerbread, and a sprinkle of holiday delight at Styled for the Season presented by LINNEA. The more the merrier...Winterwonder Pass is available for guests looking for ultimate cheer. Hearts and hands will be warmed by crackling firepits at Culinary Campsite at Garden Terrace. Satisfy your holiday sweet cravings with s’more kits and giant chocolate chip cookies. Get in the holiday spirit—cocoa and ciders can be spiked with a shot from Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey or peppermint vodka. Or enjoy a Winterlights-inspired Electric Reindeer brew from Sun King Brewing Co., or a spiced plum cider from Ash & Elm Cider Co. Before you leave, pick up a thoughtful gift from Wintermarket sponsored by Marian, Inc or The Museum & Garden Shop. There is something for everyone on your list and your purchase supports Newfields.

While visiting Reindeer Ridge you will meet and learn all about reindeer, have many photo opportunities in a real sleigh and in front of the Christmas tree, shop for festive treasures and delicious treats in our Holiday Barn, visit with Santa and more! This is a self-guided walking experience. Please dress for the weather. We will remain open when raining or snowing. There are coverings in all of the reindeer areas and gravel pathways. Make cherished holiday memories here at Reindeer Ridge!