Mystic, Conn. (November 4, 2025) – This December, the spirit of the holidays transforms Mystic Seaport Museum into a festive wonderland for Lantern Light Village, a self-guided, immersive journey through the Museum’s historic seaport village.
Inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, this year’s experience puts a maritime spin on the timeless tale. Visitors will interact with costumed performers and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Step back in time and explore the beautifully decorated village and enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas.
Bundle up and experience the magic only at Lantern Light Village!
Activities
This family-friendly event features dazzling festive lights, horse-drawn carriage rides, live holiday music, and cozy fireside spots to warm up with hot cocoa and seasonal treats. Kids can meet St. Nick, create holiday crafts, and enjoy hands-on activities. Guests of all ages will enjoy live performances and holiday-themed entertainment. Whether you’re starting a new tradition or continuing an old one, Lantern Light Village promises a night full of joy and cherished memories for everyone to look back on.
Event Information
Join us on December 5, 6, 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20.
The event runs from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. (9:00 p.m. on Saturdays) with staggered entry times every 15 minutes beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Additional entry times on Saturdays.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available online; prices vary by day:
- Members: Adults $25–$30 | Youth (ages 4–17) $17–$22
- Non-members: Adults $35–$40 | Youth (ages 4–17) $22–$28
- Children (ages 0–3): FREE
For the best value, join us on Fridays or Thursday, December 18. Special Member pricing on opening night, Friday, December 5.
Advanced ticket purchase is highly encouraged due to strong demand and limited capacity.
For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit www.mysticseaport.org.
About Mystic Seaport Museum
Mystic Seaport Museum is the nation’s leading maritime Museum. Founded in 1929 to gather and preserve the rapidly disappearing artifacts of America’s seafaring past, the Museum has grown to become a national center for research and education with the mission to “inspire an enduring connection to the American maritime experience.” The Museum’s grounds cover 19 acres on the Mystic River in Mystic, CT, and include a recreated New England coastal village, a working shipyard, formal exhibit halls, and state-of-the-art artifact storage facilities. The Museum is home to more than 500 historic watercraft, including four National Historic Landmark vessels, most notably the 1841 whaleship Charles W. Morgan. For more information, please visit mysticseaport.org and follow the Museum on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
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