Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Family fun, ice sculptures, musical performances and more.
From the Waterfront to Fenway, Shakespeare to Indie rock, family celebrations to fireworks on the Common, Boston's 2013 First Night celebration has it all, and then some. The city's 37th annual festival features world class performances of art, music, film and dance, and showcases more than 1,000 artists and 200 exhibitions. Events will take place Monday from noon to midnight all over Boston. All First Night outdoor events are free, but buy an $18 button (children under 4 are free) for access to all indoor events, and be sure to check out the whole schedule online. Organizers strongly encourage using the online interactive planner to sign up for activities. Highlights:
Sunday, January 1, 2012
One of First Night's signature spectacles is the carving of magnificent ice sculptures at Copley Square and Boston Common. Patch was there for the carving and later capturing them at their most brillant, lit up for New Year's Eve.
Boston rings in the New Year with a massive celebration.
After a day filled with performances, exhibits and merrymaking, tens of thousands festive Bostonians took to the street on New Year's Eve to party with a grand procession and watch the city's spectacular firework display over the Boston Harbor.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Parking spaces will be scarce in Downtown Boston Saturday.
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011
The following information is from the Boston Transportation Department: Boston Transportation Commissioner Thomas J. Tinlin is advising drivers that parking and traffic restrictions will be implemented in Downtown Boston on Saturday, Dec. 31, due to the city’s annual First Night activities. The use of public transportation is strongly encouraged. Those who feel the need to drive in should plan to park in off-street lots and garages. Public safety is Boston’s first consideration. Cars parked in violation of any of the city’s basic public safety regulations, such as at hydrants, within 20 feet of an intersection, in crosswalks or at handicap ramps, will be subject to towing. In addition, in Boston’s neighborhoods, visitors should be careful …
Calls first night "one of our city's greatest traditions."
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011
The following was sent over by the city of Boston. Today, Mayor Thomas M. Menino held his annual First Night public safety conference, encouraging people to come to Boston to ring in the New Year during Boston's 36th Annual First Night celebration. Joined by officials from the Boston Police Department, Boston Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services and the MBTA, Mayor Menino reminded revelers to celebrate the holiday safely and encouraged people to take advantage of public transportation when traveling through the city. “Boston’s First Night celebration is one of our city’s greatest traditions. It’s a fun event for families and an opportunity to gather with friends and neighbors to celebrate our diverse cultures and ring in the new …
Sara Jacobi
9:49 am on Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Sorry JMc. Did they have those last year, even? more ›