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On Saturday, December 17, the Woods Hole Science Aquarium, our program partners at the Marine Biological Laboratory, and the Woods Hole Business Association are going all out with a full day of activities for the whole family, dubbed the Woods Hole Holiday Stroll.
It kicks off with Santa's arrival at the Woods Hole Science Aquarium. The Aquarium will be open special hours to welcome Santa and other visitors. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. Santa will arrive around 11 a.m. to meet and greet visitors until 2:00 p.m. The Aquarium's live collection features marine fish and invertebrates found in waters off the northeastern United States. We also have two harbor seals, Kitt and Bubba.
There are special offers in the village, from the NOAA’s Woods Hole Science Aquarium, along Water Street and up to the Woods Hole Library. Metered parking in the village will be free for the day.
For the latest, visit WoodsHole.com. Other planned events currently include:
- Masterson Made: wine and charcuterie board from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., cutting board giveaway
- Woods Hole Market & Provisions: Holiday treats and gift card raffle
- Woods Hole Community Hall: Solstice Singers present “The Holly and the Ivy,” at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Captain Kidd: Half-price appetizers from 4:00 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Soft As A Grape: 20% off sweatshirts, sweatpants, blankets, ponchos & winter accessories
- Woods Hole Inn: tasty treats and tours of the decorative inn
- Inlet: Refreshments and a pop-up with LilWolfGoods
- Pie in the Sky: Hot apple cider and gift card raffle
- Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank: Hot cocoa and a raffle
- Woods Hole Public Library: open 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., book sale and craft room for kids
The Woods Hole Science Aquarium is located at 166 Water Street in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. The Aquarium is open year-round. Current hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed all federal holidays. Admission is free.
