Join Us for a Festive Event: Christmas in July on the M/S Mount Washington!

Jennifer Kelley
Jun 6
2 min read

Updated: 1 day ago

Make an Impact for Local Families in Need

Come join this festive event and help local children and families in need! We invite you to share an enjoyable time on July 10th. This event will take place from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM on the M/S Mount Washington.

For the third consecutive year, the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction will host a Christmas in July event. The gathering will occur on Thursday, July 10, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The purpose? To raise funds for local children and families in need.

Event Details

Tickets for this exciting event are priced at $67. This fee covers a three-hour scenic cruise, a delicious buffet dinner, and live entertainment. Enjoy the music of The PowerChords as they perform on the boardwalk.

Attendees can enjoy a cash bar, along with a complimentary wine tasting provided by Hermit Woods Winery. Additionally, live broadcasts will be featured from the Mount, courtesy of Lakes 101.5 FM and 104.9 FM The Hawk. To add to the festive atmosphere, both Santa and the Grinch will be present on board.

Fun Activities

Not only will there be great entertainment, but there will also be a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle, providing attendees with even more ways to engage and contribute to the cause!

A special benefit has been added again this year. For every ticket purchased before June 28, a free ticket will be given to local children In need to come aboard the Kids Daytime Cruise on August 6th, coordinated by the Children’s Auction.

Early Bird Parking and Seating Options

For added convenience, passengers can reserve a pre-purchased parking spot for an additional $10 per car. Furthermore, for an extra $10, you can select a premium seat on the Mount and board early. Remember, all proceeds from Christmas in July benefit the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction.

Our Generous Sponsors

We are grateful to our 2025 sponsors, including Juggernaut Fitness, our Presenting Sponsor. Owner Anna Terry expressed her gratitude, saying, “We are pleased to be able to support the Children’s Auction as a sponsor. I feel like I’m really paying it forward. My family, along with many families at Juggernaut, have benefited from the nonprofits the Children’s Auction supports. We want to ensure we help other families in need in the Lakes Region.”

Our 2025 Santa Sponsors include The Xavier Group, Ideal Block, Franklin Savings Bank, and Amoskeag Beverages.

Choose Your Seats

All ticket holders get to pick their seat. Standard seats cost $67 and are represented by blue on the seating chart. Premium seats are available for $77 and are designated by red.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please explore our sponsorship options for more details. You can also email Jenn@ChildrensAuction.org or call 603-527-0999. We are eager to partner with you!