Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner! It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but for many, it’s an incredibly busy time, too. With so much to do and remember, do yourself a favor and reserve your parking ahead of time.
Here are your best bets for Boston holiday parking near some of the city’s most popular holiday events:
Quincy Market Annual Tree Lighting
Dates: The tree will be lit on 11/22 and will remain up for the holiday season
Location: West End between Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market
Price: Free!
Details: The Quincy Market Annual Tree Lighting kicks off the holiday season and kicks off the Blink! light and music holiday show. Over 350,000 LED lights light up Boston’s skyline – to the song stylings of the Holiday Pops.
Boston Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
Dates: 11/28-12/28
Location: Citizens Bank Opera House, 539 Washington Street
Price: Varies, learn more and purchase tickets here.
Details: For Bostonians and visitors alike, “The Nutcracker” is an annual tradition. Make the most of your evening out by reserving your parking spot ahead of time.
Boston Pops’ Holiday Pops
Dates: Select days 12/7-24
Location: Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Avenue
Price: Varies, find details and purchase tickets here.
Details: One of the most popular seasonal traditions, a Holiday Pops performance is filled with holiday music favorites, a traditional Pops sing-along and even a visit from Santa Claus himself!
Boston Common Holiday Tree Lighting
Date: 12/4 at 6 p.m.
Location: 139 Tremont St., Boston Common
Price: Free!
Details: This Christmas tradition 6 p.m. with a ceremony and celebration in Boston Common. Shortly before 8 p.m. Boston’s Mayor (with help from Santa Claus) will light the City of Boston’s official Christmas tree and kick off the holiday season! With 25,000 spectators attending annually, consider booking parking early!
First Night First Day
Dates: 12/31/25 – 1/1/26
Location: This year’s final schedule has not been announced, but events typically take place in and around Boston Common and City Hall Plaza.
Price: Free!
Details: For almost 50 years, Boston’s First Night has been a New Year’s tradition. It celebrates the holiday season and the beginning of a new year. The event is free and open to all! You can find scheduling and performance updates as they are released on First Night’s website.
Airport Parking
If you’re catching a flight this holiday season, consider parking near the airport. It’s a smart way to save money on holiday travel without adding a ton of time to your trip. Parking facilities near the airport offer free shuttles to the terminal, too.
Boston Logan Airport
Click below to choose your preferred location, date and time.
Happy parking to all, and to all a good night!