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UPDATED Ways to celebrate the holiday season in Cambridge

Carolling, markets and parties make up a busy schedule of activities and events this year
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Celebrate the holiday season with activities and events in Cambridge.

’Tis the season.

There’s plenty of holiday festivities going on around Cambridge throughout December.

Winter Ice and Lights

Dec. 1 - Jan. 1

Central Park, 615 King Street E, 8 a.m.

An interactive light display in Central Park.

Gemstone Entertainment Community Christmas Party

Friday, December 16

1500 Dunbar Rd, 6 p.m.

A Christmas bash with music by Gemstone Entertainment, catering by Little Mushroom and a cash bar. Book a table for a small business or family at [email protected]

Carolling at McDougall Cottage

Friday, December 16, 7 p.m. 

89 Grand Ave S.

A night full of carolling, apple cider and cookies. Admission is free but donations will be collected. Register at eventbrite.ca.

Making Spirits Bright

Friday, December 16

74 Grand Ave S, 8 p.m.

The Bob DeAngelis Trio supported by the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra’s BIG BAND re-create seasonal favourites at the Tapestry Hall. Assume your character in black-tie attire.

Cambridge Community Players Christmas Party

Friday, December 16

47 Water St S, 8 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Prizes for ugly sweaters, music and food are all part of this holiday party. Donations for the food bank will be collecting, with anyone donating being entered into a draw for prizes.

Santa Paws at Rhythm and Brews

Saturday, December 17

1000 Bishop St N Unit 10, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

A dog friendly event featuring vendors, a make your own paw print ornament with play clay and chances to win doggie prize packs

Wave Maker Craft Brewery Christmas Party

Saturday, December 17

639 Laurel St., 6 p.m.

Chili and festive cocktails will be available. A donation to the Cambridge Food Bank will enter attendees into a raffle for a gift basket.

Farm League Brewing Holiday House Party

Saturday, December 17, 7 p.m.

A Christmas bash at a local brewery featuring comfort food and a vinyl DJ. Tickets are $15 per person and people are encouraged to wear an ugly Christmas sweater.

Cambridge Sparkles Christmas Market

Sunday, December 18

870 Townline Rd, 11 a.m.

30+ vendors and local businesses will be in attendance. Unique holiday gifts will be for sale and there will be free raffle draws. Lunch will be available for purchase.

Galt Kiltie Band

Sunday, December 18

400 Holiday Inn Dr., 7 p.m.

A night of music directed by Martin Lacoste and featuring special guest Jessica Strub, director of the Cambridge Girls Choir. Admission is a cash donation and a non-perishable food item for the Cambridge Food Bank.

This list will be updated weekly.