Christmas in Boston: 2024 Family Events & Activities
Christmas in Boston is a special time of year, with plenty of festive activities & events all month long to help you get into the holiday spirit!
Whether you are looking to start new family Christmas traditions or partake in old ones, browse our interactive map & calendar for Boston Christmas events, holiday light displays and kid-friendly Christmas shows near you. Find out where you can go ice skating or cut your own Christmas tree, too, for even more seasonal family fun.
What are your family's favorite things to do for Christmas in Boston? Like & review your picks below, and add any that are still missing!
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Jordan's Furniture Enchanted Village
Amanda Banta: This is one of my top favorite Christmas traditions. I take my boys there every year and I try to take in as much of the village scenes as they'll allow me time for, then we go visit Santa, who is THE best around. The indoor ice skating is super cool for the kids too!
Stone Zoo - ZooLights
Enter a winter wonderland of tree-lined paths lit by thousands of twinkling lights spanning Stone Zoo's 26 acres. Take a sparkling stroll through festively decorated Yukon Creek, home to black bears, Canada lynx, reindeer, and more.
New England Botanic Garden Night Lights
Amidst a quarter million lights, enjoy a delightful evening with popular favorites such as s’mores, seasonal drinks, a model train, holiday shopping, and fun photo opportunities for the whole family! A skating rink will debut for the first time in Night Lights’ history to bring joy to the young and young at heart.
Christmas Festival of Lights at National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette
Come experience the uplifting illumination of hundreds of thousands of lights spanning 10 acres. The shrine also features a creche museum, and families can enjoy hot chocolate, a carousel and more.
Somerville Illuminations Tour
Celebrate the incredible artistry of residents and businesses as they transform yards, windows, and storefronts with festive lights, whimsical decorations, and dazzling displays of creativity! This year, enjoy Illuminations through self-guided tours or join a fun bike tour led by the Somerville Bike Advisory Committee.
Edaville Festival of Lights
The Festival of Lights at Edaville Theme Park shines bright with Christmas lights, steam train rides, visits with Santa, amusement rides, attractions and more!
Winterlights
The Trustees of Reservations light up the gardens of Naumkeag in Stockbridge, Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens in North Andover, and Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate in Canton for the holiday season. Bring the family out for a magical outdoor experience and as the gardens dazzle with thousands of shimmering holiday lights.
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