First Night Boston 2026

Wed Dec 31, 2025
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: Free
Location:
Boston Common, Boston, MA, 02110
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Since 1975, Boston’s First Night has been a New Year’s Eve celebration of artistic performances, the wonders of the season, and the beginning of a new year. In keeping with this fantastic Boston tradition, the First Night celebration will open 2026 with an array of performances. 

After a day of music and performances across the city, including puppet shows at the library, there will be family fireworks on Boston Common at 7pm and a pyrotechnics show on Copley Square at midnight.

As an extra bonus, all events are free. Visit the First Night website for a complete schedule.

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.