The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

We Three Kings: An Irish Tenors Christmas

The Godfathers of Irish repertoire. The Irish Tenors powerful vocal line-up of Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan and Declan Kelly are unquestionably the leading brand of this genre. All classically trained singers, each having performed in leading concert halls across the world, together they combine to produce a sound and concert […]

Mechanics Hall

Brown Bag Concert: Navy Band Northeast with the NEC Chamber Singers

Established in 1974, Navy Band Northeast is based at the United States Naval Station in Newport, Rhode Island and is one of 11 official U.S. Navy bands worldwide, providing musical support for military ceremonies, recruiting, morale and retention programs, and community relations. For their performance at Mechanics Hall, the Navy Band Northeast […]

Pakachoag Music School

Music Together with Pakachoag Winter Reg

Come wiggle and sing, jump and laugh, tap your toes and clap your hands! We're making Music Together with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. accompanied by moms and dads, sometimes grandparents too.  For ages birth to five with caregiver, these weekly classes nurture every child's inner musician.  The award-winning research-based Music Together curriculum is […]

Worcester Historical Museum

Worcester Chamber Music Society: Season of Light

Season of Light Friday, Dec. 9 | Worcester Historical Museum @7:30 PM Kick off the winter holidays bathed in the light of days past. Music by Bach, Corelli, and Telemann brings a warm glow to our annual holiday Baroque concert and other festive selections add a few sparks of their […]

Worcester Public Library

Baby Bounce

Introduce your baby to reading books with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, and songs, and lots of snuggling. Designed especially for them! You’re invited to stay for play/social time after the program. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. Date/Time: Fridays @ 11:00 AM December 2, 9, 16, […]

Mechanics Hall

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra 42nd Annual Holiday Pops Concert at Mechanics Hall

     The Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, led by Principal Conductor Myron Romanul, will presents its 42nd Holiday Pops Concert at Worcester's Mechanics Hall on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 8PM. This year's concert will feature the orchestra along with vocal soloists Jane Shivick, soprano and Christon Carney, tenor, a combined […]

Wesley United Methodist Church Gymnasium

Worcester Contra Dance, Sat 12/10/2022

WORCESTER CONTRA DANCE, Sat. 10/08/2022 ● TIME: 7:30 - 10:30 pm ● WHERE: Wesley United Methodist Church's gymnasium, 114 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608 ● Bring your family and friends to our public dance! No fancy footwork needed to attend, just come alone or as a couple or with friends, […]

Mechanics Hall

The Nutcracker Ballet | Afternoon Show

No holiday season is complete without the beloved holiday classic, Tchaikovsky’s The  Nutcracker! For 40 years, Dance Prism of Concord, MA has enchanted Worcester audiences--both young and old--with the ballet’s beauty, joy, and magic. Whether your first time seeing The Nutcracker, or your fortieth, don’t miss this Christmas tradition at Mechanics Hall! […]

Mechanics Hall

The Nutcracker Ballet | Evening Show

No holiday season is complete without the beloved holiday classic, Tchaikovsky’s The  Nutcracker! For 40 years, Dance Prism of Concord, MA has enchanted Worcester audiences--both young and old--with the ballet’s beauty, joy, and magic. Whether your first time seeing The Nutcracker, or your fortieth, don’t miss this Christmas tradition at Mechanics Hall! […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

WGBH presents A Christmas Celtic Sojourn with Brian O’Donovan

Now celebrating two decades of holiday performances. Approximately 2 hrs including intermission. Brian O’Donovan’s A Celtic Sojourn has entertained and enlightened radio audiences since 1986. The Christmas-time live version of the show draws on Celtic, Pagan, and Christian traditions to celebrate the music of the season. A Christmas Celtic Sojourn […]

Worcester Public Library

Stories and Songs

Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities.  A great way for children to gain early literacy, math, and social skills! Ages: Families with children 5 and under Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywp.org.

The Mercantile

Gingerbread House Decorating

  Join us Tuesday, December 13th, to decorate gingerbread houses! Tickets include a gingerbread house, decorating materials, and a complimentary beverage of your choosing: Greater Good Gingerbread, Wormtown Blizzard of 78, or our featured Peppermint Mocha Expresso Martini!

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