Holiday Ship Lighting in Martin's Park
| Dates: | Saturday, November 28, 2026 - Saturday, November 28, 2026 |
| Hours: | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
| Ages: | Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Seasonal Fun |
A special children’s celebration will be held on Saturday, November 28, at 5 p.m. at the Smith Family Waterfront in the Seaport District and Fort Point neighborhood when the Friends of Martin’s Park and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the fifth annual holiday lighting of the ship in Martin’s Park. Additional support provided by Nan Fung Life Sciences Real Estate, Caffe Nero and HP Hood.
Martin’s Park will be transformed into a beautiful holiday display when the ship, surrounding beach fencing, and pedestrian bridge are illuminated with over 1,500 feet of blue and white tube lights.
Other festive attractions include:
• Santa will arrive by boat with the Boston Police Harbor Unit at the Harborwalk
• Entertainment will be provided by Berklee School of Music artists Sofia Sunshine, duo Skye & Jo and singer/songwriter Mia McIntosh performing a selection of holiday classics
• Holiday beverages provided by Hood and Caffe Nero
• Meet the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit and explore the Boston Fire Department's Touch Truck
• Holiday arts and crafts lead by a local artist
For more information, visit the Martin's Park page or call 617-635-4505.
Find more holiday lights displays in Boston in our handy guide!
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.boston.gov/calendar/2026-lighting-ship-martins-park
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
64 Sleeper Street, Boston, MA, 02210 map
Phone: 617-635-4505
64 Sleeper Street
Boston, MA 02210
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