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Boston makes history, but even now, we're still forging our identity. The spark that fueled the fight for American independence burns just as brightly today and inspires our food, beer, and not-so-dirty water. It's built five-star stays and world-class venues accessible in all four seasons.
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Guide to the Holiday Season in Boston
Stroll the Holiday Lights Trail, score tickets to a holiday performance, go ice skating on the Common, or book a festive hotel package - here's your guide to the holiday season in Boston.
Top Things to Do in Boston
Explore the city for history buffs, sports fanatics, music lovers, foodies, cultural travelers, and, truthfully, anyone.
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Cross Cultural Boston
Founded four centuries ago, Boston has never settled. Uncover the real Boston through stories that capture a city in motion.
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Top Events in Boston this Weekend
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Holiday Bucket List
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Family Fun In Boston This Holiday Season
Events
First Night Boston 2025
Ring in the new year at Boston's biggest celebration of the year.
Upcoming Events
All Aboard! Trains at Science Park
- December 6, 2024 - January 13, 2025
- Museum of Science
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
- December 6, 2024 - January 5, 2025
- CambridgeSide
Historic Holiday Stroll
- December 6, 2024 - December 28, 2024
- Freedom Trail® Foundation — Official Freedom Trail Tours®
Kilroy Square Holiday Market
- December 6, 2024 - December 8, 2024
- Quincy Chamber of Commerce
Light Up Seaport
- December 6, 2024
- Seaport
Magic of Lights
- December 6, 2024 - December 25, 2024
- Gillette Stadium at Patriot Place
SoWa Winter Festival
- December 6, 2024 - December 22, 2024
- SoWa Art + Design District
The Holiday Market at Snowport
- December 6, 2024 - December 29, 2024
- Seaport
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
- December 6, 2024
- Titanic:The Artifact Exhibition
ZooLights at Stone Zoo
- December 6, 2024 - January 5, 2025
- Stone Zoo