Outdoor Recreation

Events Curated for Members

Highlighted events for Trustees Members.

Our Trustees reservations are busy with winter holiday artisan festivals, musical performances, special events celebrating the winter solstice, holiday happenings at historic homes, seasonal hikes, plus local shopping experiences, cooking and art-making workshops, and much more. Be sure to take advantage of Winterlights tickets now on sale for the spectacular light shows at Naumkeag, The Bradley Estate, and Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens.

Don’t miss out on all of the 2024 winter holiday happenings across our Trustees special places. From afternoon tea, to holiday markets, wreath making, and tastes of the season, there’s something for everyone.

We’ve also created a downloadable calendar of current program listings for you to print. Click here to download our program listings for November 15 through the end of December.
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Keep an eye on this page throughout the year as we routinely update our events. Not yet a Member? Click here to learn more about our benefits!

Scroll down for a listing of events curated for you.

Winterlights

Three of our beautiful properties sparkle with thousands of shimmering, artfully designed holiday lights for a magical outdoor experience.

Two people in a Trustees kitchen putting spoonfuls of filling on dough to make ravioli

Cooking Classes

The Trustees teaching kitchens have a wide range of classes for all ages and skill levels designed to help you boost your culinary game.
A woman walking with a toddler on her shoulders between trees wrapped in holiday lights at Winterlights

2024 Winter Holiday Celebrations

With cozy cocktails, artisan markets and more, this winter can be fun for everyone when you spend it with the Trustees.
Woods and Water Pottery, Richard Roth

Fruitlands Holiday Artisan Market

The Annual Fruitlands Holiday Artisan Market takes place Saturday and Sunday, December 7–8 from 11AM–4PM.

Winter Solstice Events

Embrace the arrival of winter with candlelight strolls, sunrise hikes, campfires, winter suppers and more.
Two children standing outdoors next to an art project at a Trustees property

Art-Making Programs

Harness your creativity through art-making classes across our properties.

Two smiling people sitting on a blanket on a green lawn at a Trustees outdoor concert

Concerts

Folk, jazz, Afropop, blues, and more. Whatever your tune, you’ll find your perfect blend of live music and stunning scenery with The Trustees. 
beach yoga

Health & Wellness Events

Slow down and enjoy the moment during mindfulness walks, forest bathing, meditations, and yoga classes.
group winter hike

Winter Adventures

With fire pits, owl prowls, full moon hikes, cozy cooking classes, and more, this winter can be fun for everyone.
Curated Events for Trustees Members

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