Seasonal & Holidays
Details Released On Reading's Holiday Events
A tree lighting, a menorah lighting, and more are on the docket for the holiday season.
Information via Town of Reading
READING, MA — Join us on the Town Common and around town for a festive lineup of community events this December!
32nd Tree Lighting on the Common
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Sunday, November 30 | 2:00–4:30 PM | Reading Common
Santa will light the display! Sponsored by the Reading–North Reading Chamber of Commerce, this long-time favorite draws over a thousand community members each year.
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Shop the Block
Thursday, December 4 | 5:00–7:00 PM | Downtown Reading
Support local businesses, enjoy special promotions, and shop locally for the holidays!
Annual Festival of Trees!
Saturday, December 6 & Sunday, December 7 | Parker Middle School
Join the Reading Education Foundation (REF) for a festive community tradition filled with beautifully decorated trees donated by families, schools, and businesses, each one entered into a raffle you could win!
Community Menorah Lighting
Sunday, December 14 | 5:00 PM | Reading Common
Followed by children’s crafts, latkes, sufganiyot (donuts), hot cocoa & Israeli folk dancing at First Congregational Church.
Let’s celebrate community, light, and local spirit all season long! Spread the word
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