Candlelight Stroll

Join us for the Candlelight Stroll at Strawbery Banke Museum, celebrating 350+ years of seasonal and holiday traditions! ✨

Theme: Welcome, Neighbor

Event Dates: December 4–6, 11–13, 18–20, 2026

Arrival Times:

• Fridays: 6 PM
• Saturdays: 4:30 PM & 5:30 PM
• Sundays: 2 PM & 3 PM
  Event concludes at 8:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and 6:30 PM on Sundays.

About the Stroll:
Wander the Museum grounds illuminated by candle boxes and string lights, visiting historic homes from 1795 to the 1950s, each beautifully decorated with greens and dried flowers. Costumed roleplayers will share stories and seasonal traditions, while musicians fill the air with festive melodies. Enjoy special performances by Ice Dance International’s Currier & Ives Vintage Christmas Skaters (weather permitting). Warm up at the Cider Shed with a cup of cider and vote for your favorite tree in the Grove of Sponsored Holiday Trees! 🎶

Parking:
This event has no on-site parking. Guests must park off-site and take the trolley (available Saturday & Sunday) or walk. Limited handicap-accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tickets:

• Members:
  • Adults (18+): $17.50 or free
  • Children (ages 3-17): $8.75 or free
  • Children (under 3): free (ticket required)
• Nonmembers:
  • Adults (18+): $35.00
  • Children (ages 3-17): $17.50
  • Children (under 3): free (ticket required)

📍 Location:
14 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801-4600, United States