FirstNight

Remaining dates: • Thursday, November 19, 2026 at @mfaboston from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. • Sunday, November 29, 2026 at Emmanuel Church from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. with The Puppeteers Cooperative • Sunday, December 13, 2026 at @unionboston from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

What should you expect? • Take your creation home and wear it in the Parade on New Year's Eve • All supplies, advice, and inspiration provided at no cost • Workshops led by @AFHBoston, with support from First Night Boston

Missed our firs costume workshop? You still have a chance to make a festive caftan for our First Night Parade! We’re hosting FREE workshops at different locations around Boston, and you only need to bring your creativity. And individuals, families, and kids are welcome!

Only 50 more days until we're celebrating #FirstNightBoston50th! This year, our programming will include more than 12 hours of live music, art installations, dance performances, and more. And, of course, we can't forget fireworks! See you on December 31!

This is your chance to create a festive caftan to wear in the First Night Procession on December 31 from 5:00–6:30 PM, just before the family fireworks on Boston Common at 7:00 PM. Check out our full schedule!

Looking for last-minute Sunday afternoon plans? There are still a few spots left for our FREE costume workshop today at 2:00 PM at @AFHBoston!

Join us in our parade at 6:00 p.m. on December 31, and do so in a costume you’ve created! In the weeks leading up to First Night, we’re hosting FREE costume workshops at various locations across Boston. Our first one is this Sunday at Artists for Humanity in Boston.

Happy Halloween! And here's a "treat" for you: First Night Boston 2027 is only two months away! And look out for our first artist announcement in November. 🎃🍬👻

Get ready to move and groove because #FirstNightBoston 2027 will be here in THREE MONTHS! Look out for exciting news as we get ready to ring in 2027 with all of you.

Bad news: Summer is almost over. 😞 Good news: #FirstNightBoston is only 4 months away! 😁🎉 We can't wait to ring in 2027 with all of you, and stay tuned for news in September. ❤️