# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Meelad Christmas Festival (Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting & More)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 14 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for the first annual Meelad Christmas Festival at Saint Anthony Maronite Church 

?145 Amesbury Street, Lawrence, MA ?️ December 12-14, 2025

✨ We’re so excited to celebrate this beautiful season with our parish family, friends, neighbors, and the entire community.

? What is Meelad? Meelad, pronounced Mee-LAD, means “birth” in Arabic and refers to the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. It’s a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration, and we’d love to share this tradition with you.

=> Bring your loved ones and experience three wonderful days filled with music, worship, delicious winter treats, children’s activities, and festive moments that capture the spirit of Christmas.

?There’s so much happening throughout the weekend to make your Christmas memorable and fun. Enjoy live performances, a vibrant Christmas Bazaar where you can shop for gifts and support local small businesses, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Meelad Recitals, a special performance by Maddi Ryan and her Band, a magic show, and more. There’s truly something for everyone in the family to enjoy. And of course, no celebration is complete without seasonal treats like roasted chestnuts, specialty bakery items, hot cocoa, and other cozy winter favorites.

=> You won’t need to worry about the cold. We’ve set up a large heated tent, placed outdoor heaters throughout the grounds, and our indoor Bazaar offers a warm and festive space to shop and gather. Handicap parking is available to ensure everyone can join in comfortably.

? Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details as we get closer to this joyful celebration.

??️ FESTIVAL FOOD HIGHLIGHTS

Fresh saj made on the spot, finger foods, popcorn, hot dogs, roasted chestnuts, corn on the cob, sweets, and cozy warm drinks. Come hungry and enjoy the flavors of the season!

~~~~Festival Schedule~~~~

FRIDAY 12/12 (4-9)
 - Sook (Christmas Bazaar) opens at 4 pm 
- Meelad Christmas Recital begins at 7 pm 
- Pictures with Santa at 8 pm
- Sook closes at 9 pm

SATURDAY 12/13 (3-9)
- Sook (Christmas Bazaar) opens at 3 pm 
- Liturgy at 4 pm
- Kids Choir Recital and Christmas Pageant at 5:30 pm 
- Pictures with Santa at 6:30 pm
- Karaoke & Dance Party at 7pm 
- Sook (Christmas Bazaar) closes at 9 pm

SUNDAY 12/14 (9-6)
- Sook (Christmas Bazaar) opens at 9 am 
- Morning Liturgies from 9:30 am to 12 pm 
- Kids Christmas Party, Magic Show, and Santa Visit from 12–2 pm 
- Live music by Maddi Ryan and her Band from 2–4 pm 
- Marching Band show at 4:30 pm
- Meelad Christmas Tree Lighting at 5 pm 
- Festival closes at 6 pm
? FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA SATURDAY 6-8 & SUNDAY 12-3? 
Street parking is available, and more parking details will be shared soon.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lawrence/meelad-christmas-festival-christmas-bazaar-tree-lighting-and-more/200029154554000
- **Event Categories**: christmas, entertainment, music, christmas-lights, festivals, christmas-markets-and-fairs, kids, karaoke, pictures-with-santa, magic-show, parties, workshops, live-music, calendar, dog, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 114

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lawrence
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 145 Amesbury St, 01841-3645
- **lat**: 42.71173
- **long**: -71.16346
- **full address**: 145 Amesbury St, 01841-3645, 145 Amesbury St, Lawrence, MA 01841-3645, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Meelad Christmas Festival (Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting & More) being held?
  - **A:** Meelad Christmas Festival (Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting & More) takes place on Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 14 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm at 145 Amesbury St, 01841-3645, 145 Amesbury St, Lawrence, MA 01841-3645, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Meelad Christmas Festival (Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting & More)?
  - **A:** Meelad Christmas Festival (Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting & More) is organized by Saint Anthony Maronite Church Lawrence MA.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Meelad Christmas Festival (Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting & More) is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lawrence, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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