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2026 Lighting of the Ship at Martin's Park

Join us for Boston's newest holiday tradition!

November 28, 2026
Event Date2026-11-28T17:00:00 - 2026-11-28T18:00:00

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.

November 28, 2026
Event Date2026-11-28T17:00:00 - 2026-11-28T18:00:00

BCYF Tynan

BCYF’s network of community centers offer a wide range of diverse features and programs that are as unique as the neighborhoods they serve.

 

BCYF Curley

BCYF Curley features a fitness studio, yoga/dance studio, cardio space, space for children, steam rooms and saunas for women and men, senior space, teen space, strength training area, multi-purpose spaces, offices, and a beach.

BCYF’s network of community centers offer a wide range of programs and diverse features that are as unique as the neighborhoods they serve.

BCYF Condon

BCYF’s network of community centers offer a wide range of diverse features and programs that are as unique as the neighborhoods they serve.

Fort Point Channel Landmark District

The Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission (FPCLDC) meets on the second Thursday of each month to review exterior alterations. Interested in becoming a commissioner? Please see details about nomination in the district's Study Report and check the commission information section at the bottom of this page.

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