December

Local Residents Ride Free

Spend the holiday season with friends and family exploring all that Boston has to offer! Massachusetts residents can enjoy the Old Town Trolley tour and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum for FREE when accompanied by a full fare adult paid guest with Hometown Pass.

Go to Hometown Pass for more information.

2019 Events Coming Soon

Holiday 5K Yulefest

Long before Christmas, there was a quirky winter festival named “Yule” that people really loved. Join us in Harvard Square on for a 5k race that takes the holidays back to their old school roots! Race registration includes a cozy Yulefest knit hat plus a festive post-race party featuring DJ Renselect & Mr. Energy.

Christmas Tea Party

Enjoy scones, sandwiches, sweets, craft-making, and stories by Santa at Santa Tea in the Carriage House at Gore Place in Waltham. The more formal Holiday Tea includes a tour.

Last Day First Day Celebration

The celebration kicks off at noon with live performances in Copley Square, the Prudential Center and Copley Place. In the afternoon and evening, the ice sculptures light up and a large procession makes its way to Boston Common for the first fireworks show. Live music performances rock the hours until midnight when the countdown begins. First Day, January 1st will be celebrated on Copley Square from Noon to 4pm with activities for families and children.