Bundle up for a memorable First Night with your loved ones!!

The day starts at 10:00am 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! Family fireworks on Boston Common 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. If you prefer to drive, the Boston Public Market has $3 validated parking for 3 hours at the Haymarket T (Parcel 7) Garage. The entrance is at 99 Sudbury Street.

Happy New Year!!