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Boston Common Tree Lighting
- When
- Thu Dec 3 · 6–8 PM
- Where
- Boston Common, next to the Visitor Information CenterDowntown
- Admission
- Free
The city's biggest tree lighting, by the visitor center at 139 Tremont St. Mayor Wu and Nova Scotia's premier flip the switch on the Nova Scotia spruce.
Official event page ↗Plan your visit
Getting there
Boston Common, next to the Visitor Information Center
139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
Meet: Next to the Boston Common Visitor Information Center, 139 Tremont St
On the T: Park Street (Red Line, Green Line)
Get directions ↗Good to know
- Commonwealth Ave Mall lights follow around 8:15 PM in the Back Bay.
- Questions: Boston Parks and Recreation, 617-635-4505 or parks@boston.gov.
Details checked against the official page on Nov 4, 2026. Times and details can change. Check the official page before you head out.