O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree

Here is a roundup of neighborhood tree lightings!  Check back as this list will be updated!

The Nova Scotia Tree for Boston Arrives

Tuesday, November 26, 11 a.m.
Boston Common
Boston’s official 2024 tree arrives to fanfare on Boston Common by flatbed truck from Nova Scotia. This year’s historic Tree for Boston is a 30-year-old, 45-foot-tall white spruce donated by Hugh and Liz Ryan of Mattie Settlement, Antigonish County, Nova Scotia. The public is welcome to cheer the tree’s arrival with candy canes and an appearance by Santa.

Lighting of the Ship at Martin’s Park

Saturday, November 30, 4–6 p.m. 
64 Sleeper Street, South Boston
The fourth annual lighting of the ship at Martin’s Park celebration will be held at the Smith Family Waterfront. Martin’s Park is a climate-resilient park built in memory of Martin W. Richard—the youngest victim of the Boston Marathon bombings—that provides a space for children, families, and visitors of all abilities. The park includes a ship as the centerpiece of its play structures that will be lit for the holidays.

Boston Common Tree Lighting

Thursday, December 5, 6–8 p.m.
Boston Common
Boston’s official 2024 Christmas tree from Nova Scotia will be lit at the close of a two-hour celebration beginning at 6 p.m. and broadcast live on WCVB Channel 5 starting at 7 p.m. This is the 53rd year that a tree has been donated by Nova Scotia and commemorates 107 years of friendship with the people of Boston. The tree will be lit at approximately 7:55 p.m.

South Boston Christmas Stroll

Thursday, December 5th

On Thursday, December 5th, at 4:45 pm, Santa will be on hand to light the tree in front of the library on East Broadway.  This event is part of the South Boston Christmas Stroll! The Stroll features Santa on an antique fire truck, followed by a Classic Cadillac convertible with up-and-coming pop singers of MusicBall Entertainment. More than 50 participating businesses will be offering incredible savings; look for the big red bow on their storefronts. Get the details here.

Light it Up Seaport

Friday, December 6th

Light Up Seaport is the perfect way to kick off the Holiday Season. The event will be held on Friday, December 6th, from 5-9pm. Now in its seventh year, the community event will feature a tree lighting, live entertainment, and can’t-miss offers and surprises from Seaport’s incredible mix of retailers and restaurants. You can get the full details here! 

Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting

Sunday, December 8th

Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Medal of Honor Park will take place on Sunday, December 8th at 2pm.  Enjoy hot cocoa, face painting and more!