After a year filled with fear and uncertainty, we are finally seeing a glimpse of  normality just around the corner. With the advance and expansion of vaccination against Covid-19 and a drop in death rates and serious cases, events are slowly returning.

But if it’s your first New Year in these parts, it’s very important to adjust your expectations and understand what might be available to you to celebrate. Each country has a tradition and a different way of celebrating the end of a year.

First Night Boston 2022

Returning after a hiatus due to the pandemic, First Night Boston is a free party for families and everyone in the city of Boston. The event, which starts early at noon, features concerts, other musical performances, ice sculptures, a figure skating show and the traditional fireworks: one at 7 pm at Boston Common for families with children and another, of course , at midnight in Boston Harbor.

For a complete list of attractions and hours, check out this link. 

New Years Cruise

You can start your 2022 off on the right foot and in style. Welcome the New Year aboard the elegant yacht Northern Lights on these special New Year’s Eve and First Day cruises. 

Comedy Clubs

For those who have keen English and want to start the year with a sense of humor, comedy clubs are a great option. Some have special programs for the end of the year and others with shows close to the midnight hour. Check out:

Ice Sculpture Stroll

The annual Ice Sculpture Stroll along Boston Harbor features creative ice sculptures and activities for you to enjoy at these (mostly) waterfront locations:

North End Location:

  • Atlantic Wharf
  • Battery Wharf Hotel
  • Christopher Columbus Park

Charlestown Location:

  • Charlestown Navy Yard

Downtown/Waterfront Locations:

  • Marriott Long Wharf
  • New England Aquarium
  • Harbor Towers
  • International Place
  • Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center (Greenway)
  • Boston Harbor Hotel

Seaport/South Boston Waterfront Locations:

  • Envoy Hotel
  • Fan Pier/Fallon CBRE
  • Fjällräven
  • Kings Dining & Entertainment
  • LL Bean
  • Moakley Courthouse
  • Sephora Seaport
  • WS Development Seaport
  • Yotel

New Years Parties

New Year’s party options abound in the city of Boston. If you’re excited to enjoy the ball drop between sparkling wine and the dance floor, here are some suggestions:

A bubbly bash at Terra

Prosecco and oysters at Italian restaurant Terra atop the Pru in Eataly Boston. Enjoy live music from a jazz band.

Miami Vice New Year’s Party

Enjoy an 80s themed bash at A4cade. This bash features special drinks, themed music and awards for those who are best characterized.

Nashville New Years Eve

Nash Bar & Stage is throwing a party with live country music so you can dance your way into 2022. Tickets include complimentary champagne.

Festa Disco

Aeronaut’s NYE Disco party features disco music and a Drag Queen show. All tickets include live entertainment, a celebratory glass and a midnight drink. The available foods will be from Juliet Restaurant.

For a full list of parties available for the New Year, click here.

Start the year with positive energy 

Whether at home, on the street or in a cool restaurant, the important thing is to enter the next year with positivity. Whatever your beliefs, take some time to reflect on the past year and on what you expect for the year to come.

We wish your New Year to be filled with blessings and success.

And don’t forget: don’t drink and drive!