Candlelight Stroll

Fri Dec 05 2025 at 04:30 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-05:00

14 Hancock St, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801 | Portsmouth

Strawbery Banke Museum
Publisher/HostStrawbery Banke Museum
Candlelight Stroll
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Candlelight Stroll
December 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 2025
Arrival times begin at 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM. The event concludes at 8:30 PM.
Candlelight Stroll occurs in rain, snow, or by starlight.
Candlelight Stroll invites visitors to step into the past and experience 350+ years of seasonal and holiday traditions in the Puddle Dock neighborhood. The Museum’s furnished historic houses are adorned with handmade decorations created from greens and dried flowers from the Museum’s heirloom gardens. Visitors call upon the many families who once lived in the waterfront neighborhood – portrayed by costumed roleplayers – who share stories, customs, and seasonal traditions.
While traveling from house to historic house, the glow of hundreds of candle lanterns and string lights illuminate the way as guests enjoy seasonal greetings from wandering musicians and performers who recreate the traditions of times past.
Additionally enjoy hot apple cider, a warming bonfire, and Ice Dance International’s Currier and Ives Vintage Christmas Skaters for several performances each night of this treasured event. Performances by the Vintage Christmas Skaters are weather-dependent.
Parking is unavailable on-site, as it is reserved for handicapped accessibility on a first-come, first-served basis; please refer to the FAQ section on the event page of Strawbery Banke's website for more information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
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