Merry Days & Jolly Nights in New London
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Other Holiday events in Downtown New London
The Annex-$10 Rack! Tshirts, Crews & Hoodies marked down! 25% OFF Select apparel & goods. With over 30 local artists’ creations to choose from, we have something for everyone!
Santa Letters Drop-Off: Visit The Golden Owl and use our special mailbox to send your letters directly to Santa Claus!”
Hygienics Annual Holiday Show, “Art=Gift” is back! This year’s show features handcrafted, affordable art by local and regional artists
Santa Shopping Stroll – Grab a map and explore the charming streets of downtown New London as you shop for holiday gifts. Check out the list of special offers from the businesses participating on that day. Make sure to visit all the locations to collect Christmas stamps on your map. Turn in your completed map to Flavour of Life for a chance to win a fabulous DNLA merchant gift basket. Enjoy this delightful day-long holiday shopping extravaganza!
Live Entertainment & Festivities:
Ice craving –Visit the Hygienic Art Park to experience live ice carving at 1-2:30pm.
Live Music on roaming Bank Street from Noon -4:30pm
Holiday Deals & Treats:
Explore local businesses offering exclusive discounts, special offers, and festive perks:
The Golden Owl -Drop off your Santa letters at the Santa Express mailbox.
Studio 33- Small Business Saturday, Studio 33 will be having an inventory clearance sale on selected items. Bring your own box or tote bag and fill it with our readymade frames for a special price. Glass and backing are available. Fun for DYI customers. So SIP and SAVE at Studio 33. We will have beverages for you.
Telegraph Autonomous Zone 137 Bank Street)–will be offering $5 off when you purchase two sealed full-length records and $10 off when you purchase three, excluding RSD Black Friday titles.
The Garde Art center –The Nutcracker | Garde Arts Center – two shows on December 13th – 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (The Box Office will be open at 11 a.m. )
Stop at the GARDE during Santa Stroll Make spirits bright with the perfect gift for everyone on your list a Garde Arts Center Gift Card!!
Bonus… to keep or gift as stocking stuffers, Hanukkah gilt, or Kwanzaa festivities. Receive 1 Garde Arts Center Mug with the purchase of each $50 GIFT CARD
Disclaimer: Offer valid Sat Dec 13, 2025, to Dec 24, 2025. Gift cards must be purchased through the box office, either in person or over the phone. Shipped gift cards incur a $2.00 shipping fee. Not valid on previously purchased gift cards, gift cards purchased online, or in combination with any other offer. Garde Arts Center gift cards are only redeemable toward the purchase of tickets for performances at the Garde Arts Center. Not exchangeable for cash, no cash back.
Sarge Comics– gift cards at 10% off.
Crisp Serenity – 153 Bank Street – Will be offering custom candle-making classes and a wonderful selection of handmade products, including candles, room sprays, soaps, and fragrance rollers. Enjoy 10% off all in-store items and 10% off candle-making class bookings made during the event.
Ottos Barber Shop– $5.00 off on Gift Certificate purchases
Anchor Down Nutrition-10% off all purchases.
The Dewart Building – Stop by and check out the specials offered by the Dewart tenants.
Northern Light Gems– 1/3 off all in stock purchases.
Artistic Highlights:
Christmas Market – 86 Golden Street
The Local Art Gallery– on 114 Bank St.- Will be serving cookies and cocoa while hosting our Great Big Little Art Show, which has expanded this year to include the lower level, creating even more space for beautiful handmade gifts.
New London INK– Will offer a 10% discount on any gift card purchase and receive a gift when you purchase a gift card of $50 or more!
The Annex – – $10 Rack! Tshirts, Crews & Hoodies marked down! 25% OFF Select apparel & goods. With over 30 local artists’ creations to choose from, we have something for everyone
Thames River Gallery- Will be collecting donations for Operation Smile and serving both hot chocolate and Christmas wine to add to the festive spirit.
Sip, Savor, & Celebrate:
Tox Brewery – Stoutmas Stout Tap Takeover, Festive beer glasses, – Free jingle necklace with Coffee Shop Purchase (while supplies last) and – Festive drink specials
Pub 181. ( top of state street ) Will offer a 10% discount that day. All food a drinks for everyone !
Comfort Catering – 86 Golden Street 10% off food purchase
Additional Bonuses:
December 14th – Lighting of the Menorah– Parade Plaza 3-5pm
December 26th – Kwanzaa- Kinara lighting at the Parade Plaza 5 pm
January 6th – Three Kings Celebration – On January 6 at 92 Eugene O’Neil, New London, CT from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30pm – Sponsored by ADNL / Asociación de Dominicanos de New London
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.