Top Events in January
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- City Hall Concourse
- Recurring every January 1st
Grand Union Flag Raising – First Flag Raising A Reenactment of the Raising of America’s First Flag Every New Year’s Day the city of Somerville commemorates an important moment of the American Revolution The First Flag Raising. The event reenacts the one that took place on…
It’s time to get your hands messy! In our hands-on format, our Scuola Chef will guide you through how to prepare Pistacchio Tiramisù. https://www.eventbrite.com/o/eataly-boston-90127959143
- Citizens Opera House
- Recurring daily
For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn’t just meant to be enjoyed - it’s meant to be shared. Now, a critically acclaimed North American tour brings…
The Discover Boating® New England Boat Show® in partnership with Progressive® Insurance takes place January 7-11, 2026 at the Menino Convention and Exhibition Center with more boats, more on-water activities, and more fun for the entire family! See & shop hundreds of boats…
- Loeb Drama Center
“We can change the way we see.” Based on the novel “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio and the Lionsgate and Mandeville film Wonder, this uplifting new musical follows the Pullman family as they navigate change, identity, and what it means to belong. Auggie Pullman has been homeschooled his…
Get the New England dish that’s been the choice for presidential dinners, family meals, and quick lunches for decades. This New England holiday is one you can’t miss. Hosting at home? Serve up this classic with discounted quarts and gallons to bring the taste of New England…
- Boston Center For The Arts
Become immersed in our interpretation of this powerful and very timely play, during which the intersectional dynamics of gender, authority, power, control and education are laid bare. Set against the backdrop of academia, the audience is voyeur to John and Carol’s personal and…
- Boston Symphony Hall
On January 19, 2026, at 4:00 pm ET, BCC takes the stage at Boston’s iconic Symphony Hall as we explore the legacy of Good Troublemaker, Congressman John Lewis, and his journey from the Edmund Pettus Bridge to becoming the “Conscience of Congress”. With songs of protest…
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras (BYSO) and The Museum of African American History come together to celebrate and honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 19, 2026 at 1pm in Faneuil Hall. The tribute to Dr. King will feature classical music, spirituals and freedom songs…
Step into an evening of unparalleled elegance and indulgence at our Grand Dinners in the iconic Wharf Room. With sweeping harbor views as your backdrop and a setting steeped in timeless grandeur, these evenings promise to be nothing short of extraordinary. Imagine a night where…
Jazz is a living conversation between past and present, with each generation of bandleaders reimagining timeless standards while introducing bold new works. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis invites new fans and returning devotees to this century-long…
See the ballroom brought to life in this brand-new production featuring your favorite Dancing with the Stars pros, plus special guest stars! With dazzling routines in every style, jaw-dropping talent, and non-stop entertainment, it’s sure to be an unforgettable night full of all…
Join us for an evening with Sutton Foster! Two-time Tony-winning actress Sutton Foster recently appeared as Princess Winnifred in the Broadway revival of Once Upon a Mattress at the Hudson Theatre, and starred as Mrs. Lovett opposite Aaron Tveit in the Tony Award–winning…
- Citizens Opera House
- Recurring daily
Winner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” - The New York Times. Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a…
- ArtsEmerson: The World On Stage and Screen
- Recurring daily
Noli Timere is a soaring aerial performance featuring eight extraordinary, multidisciplinary performers moving over and within a custom designed net sculpture, suspended up to 25 feet in the air. Conceived by Guggenheim Award-winning choreographer Rebecca Lazier in partnership…
George Lopez’s illustrious and multi-faceted career encompasses television, film, stand-up comedy, and late-night television. Lopez has broken ground for Latino comics by embracing his ethnicity, confronting racial stereotypes, and fighting for his community on and off the stage…
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Guide to Winter in Boston
Immerse yourself in our arts scene, skate on the iconic frog pond, catch a Celtics or Bruins game at TD Garden, or book an unforgettable hotel package for two - here's your guide to winter.
Family Fun in Boston This Winter
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Unique Dining Experiences
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Martin Luther King Day in Boston
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Wine Bars in Boston
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Boston's Comedy Scene
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Hotel Packages in Boston
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