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First Night Boston 2024

Free

Tuesday, Dec 31

10:00am - New Year's Day

Yearly

No parking, ride-share

Boston Common

Bundle up for a memorable First Night with your loved ones!! We are still waiting for the 2025 schedule. We will update our site as soon as the details are released. In the meantime, below is the 2024 schedule.


The day starts at 11:00am with free admission to the Mapparium. The celebration includes multiple performances including a cultural demonstration by the Boston Chinese Cultural Association, a Frog Pond Skating Spectacular, and so much more.


The First Night Parade starts at 6:00pm. It will go from City Hall Plaza to Boston Common. Participants include Miss Massachusetts, The Jamaica Plain Honk Band, The Puppeteer's Cooperative, and more. Boston Common fireworks start at 7:00pm, and the Boston Harbor Fireworks start at 12midnight. You can check out the full schedule here.


Public transportation is strongly encouraged.


Happy New Year!!


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The following stories are geared towards younger readers and families who love picture books.

We Say Good Night (A Lift and Learn Language Book)
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