Meet Boston Announces Second Annual Boston Frostival: 3-Month Winter Event Series

Holiday drone shows over Boston Common kick off three months of citywide celebrations, 
with extended dates for The Frostival Lodge in Copley Square 
and the Ferris Wheel on the Rose Kennedy Greenway

BOSTON, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Meet Boston today announced the return of the second annual Boston Frostival, running from December 2026 through April 2027. The citywide winter festival features holiday drone shows on Boston Common, an expanded Copley Square Lodge, and a 75-foot Ferris wheel on the Rose Kennedy Greenway.

"The first year of Frostival was a great success, and we are excited to build on that going into year two," said Martha J. Sheridan, President & CEO of Meet Boston. "Boston has so much going on during the winter months – fun outdoor activities, amazing culinary and cultural experiences, live entertainment, and sporting events – and we are creating a program to tie it all together."

CORE EVENT SCHEDULE & HIGHLIGHTS

1. Holiday Drone Shows

• Location: Boston Common
• Dates & Times: Saturdays — December 5, 12, & 19, 2026 (Shows at 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM)
• Highlights: Two 15-minute aerial drone displays per night showcasing Boston landmarks and traditions; media partnership with Magic 106.7.

2. The Frostival Lodge (Furnished by Wayfair)

• Location: Copley Square
• Dates: January 22 – February 28, 2027
• Highlights: Full bar and tea service, wine tastings, trivia and bingo, literary author readings, live sports broadcasts (NBC 10 Boston), and weekly chef demonstrations by culinary partner The Catered Affair.

3. Frostival Ferris Wheel

• Location: Rose Kennedy Greenway
• Dates: February 1 – April 25, 2027
• Highlights: Expanded 3-month run of the 75-foot outdoor Ferris wheel offering panoramic views of Boston.

Full Program Overview

The Boston Frostival ties together a full calendar of winter attractions across the city, including:

• Holiday & Cultural Celebrations: Twinkling light displays across neighborhood parks, First Night Boston celebrations, and winter art installations like Winteractive.
• Dining & Nightlife: Dine Out Boston, cozy fireplace cocktail bars, wine and food festivals, and weekly chef talks hosted by The Catered Affair.
• Arts, Sports & Entertainment: Live games at TD Garden, theater performances, and ice skating.
• Travel Packages: Dedicated hotel packages and promotional rates available atMeetBoston.com.

For event details, schedules, and updates, visit MeetBoston.com.

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SOURCE Meet Boston