Event · Seasonal/Holiday

Boston's Official Holiday Tree Arrival

Name: Boston's Official Holiday Tree Arrival
Start: 2026-11-24T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-24T12:00:00-05:00
Location: Boston Common

Special Events · All ages · Free

Welcome Boston’s holiday tree as it arrives from Nova Scotia with a police escort, expected around 11 AM. This free, all-ages gathering on Boston Common gives families a daytime look at the tree before its December lighting. The annual gift honors Boston’s help following the 1917 Halifax explosion. The city lists the arrival celebration from 11 AM to noon.

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Price: Free
Ages: All ages
Where: Boston Common, 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02111

Organized by Boston Parks and Recreation Department

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