What to do in Wells

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

Festa Patronale di San Nicolò

Dec 6Celebrazione della festa patronale unendo devozione, cultura e convivialità

Public Menorah Lighting

Dec 15A community celebration for the Public Menorah Lighting.

Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt

Dec 17A family-friendly event to hunt for candy canes with flashlights.

Hooray for the Holidays!

Dec 17A holiday event for the community.

Gingerbread House Contest

Nov 28Step into a festive display of gingerbread houses presented by the Portsmouth Historical Society.

Poetry & Music Showcase feat. Myles Burr & the Last Straws

Dec 8An evening featuring a blend of poetry and live music.

Long Story Short: In Hindsight

Dec 10An event featuring storytelling performances.

Portsmouth Pro Musica December 2025 Concert

Dec 13A holiday concert by the Portsmouth Pro Musica.

Stranger Than Fiction presents: What the Dickens! An Improvised Christmas

Dec 13An improvised Christmas performance.

Annual Gingerbread Contest

Nov 28View creative gingerbread entries at the Portsmouth Historical Society.

Family Holiday Pops!

Dec 14A festive holiday concert for the family presented by the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra.

Needle Felting: Felted Winter Farm Scene

Dec 10Learn the art of needle felting by "painting with wool" to create a charming winter farm scene.

Studio Recital: Is There a Villain in the House?

Dec 13A studio recital exploring the theme of villains.

Dec 10Fun activities for children with no registration required.

Ipswich River Community Chorus Holiday Concert

Dec 13A holiday concert titled "Christmas in Harmony: Songs from Around the World" by the Ipswich River Community Chorus.

Courtney Patton in concert

Dec 13A concert by artist Courtney Patton.

Ipswich River Community Chorus Holiday Concert

Dec 14A second performance of the holiday concert "Christmas in Harmony: Songs from Around the World" by the Ipswich River Community Chorus.

Sunday Concert - Three At Home

Dec 14Memorial Hall Library's Sunday concert series featuring the "Three At Home" trio, performing a cocktail of sounds.

Dec 10An event that is free but encourages bringing a food item for the St. Anne's Food Pantry.

Hampstead Christmas Parade

Dec 14Celebrate a "Gingerbread Christmas" with a parade hosted by the Hampstead Lions Club.

Candlelight Stroll

Dec 19Enjoy a festive candlelight stroll with arrival times at 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM, concluding at 8:30 PM

Family Holiday Pops!

Dec 21A holiday performance by the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra

Haverhill Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair

Dec 14Shop for unique holiday gifts and support local vendors.

Christmas Eve Services

Dec 24A later Christmas Eve service at The First Church.

Christmas Eve Services

Dec 24An early Christmas Eve service at The First Church.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Dec 24A candlelight service to celebrate Christmas Eve.

Family Christmas Eve Service

Dec 24A Christmas Eve service for families.

Mohegan Music Mondays

Dec 22Experience a music event at the Hammond Castle Museum.

Candlelight Stroll

Dec 12A festive stroll through the Strawbery Banke Museum, featuring historical ambiance.

Modern Widows Club Meeting - Southern Chapter

Dec 11A club meeting with a potential focus on financial planning.

Comedian Bob Marley

Dec 11A comedy performance by Comedian Bob Marley.

Lead Hazard Reduction Workshop

Dec 11A workshop focused on lead hazard reduction.

Grease Auditions!

Dec 13Auditions for the popular musical Grease.

Festival of Trees at the Buttonwoods Museum

Dec 13Immerse yourself in a holiday display of beautifully decorated trees and enjoy classic radio shows.

Holiday Artisan Fair

Dec 14Browse and purchase unique crafts and goods from local artisans as part of the Festival of Trees.

Candlelight Tour of the John Ward House

Dec 14Experience a historic house tour by candlelight.

Carols, Cookies

Dec 18A community event featuring carols and cookies.

Sip and Jingle: A Holiday Fiesta Experience

Dec 16Enjoy a festive holiday fiesta experience.

Pictures with Santa!

Dec 17Opportunity to take pictures with Santa.

Ho Ho Ho Paint and Sip

Dec 18A festive paint and sip event.

Funny Vibes Comedy Club

Dec 18An evening of comedy.

Weekly Board Game Night

Dec 19A weekly gathering for board game enthusiasts.

Anthony Fuentes- Saturday Night Laughs

Dec 20Comedy show featuring Anthony Fuentes.

Dec 28Public ice skating session at the Douglas N. Everett Arena.

Dec 27Public ice skating session at the Douglas N. Everett Arena.

Dec 22Public ice skating session.

Adult Stick & Puck

Dec 22Ages 14 and up. Helmet and gloves required. Full equipment recommended. $15 admission. Goalies free.

Muppet Christmas Carol Sing-Along

Dec 22A family-friendly event. RSVP required.

Storytime Stations

Dec 27Family-friendly event with storytime. RSVP required.

Adult Stick Practice

Dec 26Ice hockey stick practice for adults (ages 14 and up). Helmet and gloves required.

GRINCHY Seaglass Christmas Tree & Wine Tasting

Dec 23Create a Grinch-themed seaglass Christmas tree while enjoying wine tasting.

GRINCHY Seaglass Christmas Tree & Wine Tasting

Dec 22Create a Grinch-themed seaglass Christmas tree while enjoying wine tasting.