Holiday Kingdom at Downtown Crossing (DTX)

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Dates:	Monday, November 24, 2025 - Friday, January 2, 2026
Hours:	Hours Vary see below
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Seasonal Fun

Holiday Kingdom has officially arrived in Downtown Boston!

From November 24 through January 2, downtown transforms into a festive wonderland with sparkling lights, decorated trees, and 12 giant illuminated Nutcrackers.

Explore the Holiday Kingdom Trail, enjoy seasonal shopping and dining, and take part in holiday fun for all ages.

Take the Holiday Kingdom Trail and discover all 12 Nutcrackers!

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Free, walkable experience through Downtown Boston Perfect for holiday shopping and photo ops WIN AMAZING PRIZES!

Share your adventures using #HolidayKingdom and #DowntownBoston, and don’t forget - you could win prizes along the way!

Holiday Programming

*Holiday Market*
Browse local vendors offering unique gifts, handmade crafts, and artisanal treats.
When: Every Thursday–Saturday, November 28–December 21 | 11 AM – 4 PM Where: Summer Street Plaza @ Washington Street Special: Market also open Sunday, December 21
Bonus: Alpaca Petting Area on November 29 (Saturday after Thanksgiving)

*52nd Annual Tuba Christmas*
Over 100 brass musicians perform holiday favorites!
When: November 29 | 12:30 PM – 2 PM Where: The Steps Plaza at the corner of Franklin & Washington Streets

*Santa in Downtown*
Santa Sponsored by Macy’s
When: Saturday, November 29
Where: Macy’s Downtown Crossing

*Santa Sponsored by the DBA*
When: Every Friday & Saturday, November 28–December 20 | 12 PM – 2 PM; 3 PM – 4 PM Where: Downtown Crossing

*Harvard University Marching Band*
Festive tunes in the heart of Downtown!
When: December 7 | 11 AM
Where: Downtown Crossing

Holiday CHEER

*Christmas Trees on Display*
Enjoy beautifully decorated Christmas trees throughout Downtown:
55 Summer St | 101 Arch | 30 Winter St | 28 State St | 133 Federal

*Holiday Kingdom Nutcrackers*
12 giant, animal-themed nutcrackers lighting up Downtown!
When: Nov 24 – Jan 2
Where: Throughout Downtown Boston

Looking for more Boston holiday lightings & celebrations? Check out our handy guide to family fun for lots more ideas.

HOURS

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Daily | Best viewing experience is in the evening, when the festive lights are on

WEBSITE

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www.downtownboston.org/holidaykingdom/

LOCATION

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Downtown Crossing, Boston, MA, 02116 map
Phone: 000-000-0000