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in Boston in January 2026
250th First Flag Raising in Somerville
Prospect Hill Park, Somerville— FREE
Thursday, January 1, 2026
This year's milestone 250th anniversary expands the traditional military ceremony to reflect better the full diversity of people whose labor, courage, and aspirations shaped the Revolution. Website
First Day Hikes Cape Cod
Various locations across Cape Cod — FREE
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Start the New Year on the right foot (and then the left foot) with an easy hike at a number of locations throughout the Cape. Website
The Enchanted Castle (A Hand Puppet Show)
West Roxbury Branch Library, West Roxbury—FREE
Sunday, January 10, 2026
Meet Godmother Glitter as she protects the Enchanted Castle from the dragon. Enjoy a selection of fun stories and meet all kinds of puppets from a unicorn and a rabbit to a prince and a frog. Website
Japanese New Year Celebration at Bow Market
Somerville— FREE
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Nagomi Bento hosts a Japanese New Year Celebration at Bow Market, featuring traditional food, music, and cultural activities. Website
Russian Folk Tales and Embroidery with Zahra at BPL Copley
Central Library in Copley Square, Boston— FREE
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Kids and their caregivers will listen to a traditional Russian fairy tale, then do a simple embroidery project together. Website
Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
Faneuil Hall, Boston— FREE
Monday, January 19, 2026
Celebrate MLK Day and help amplify the bold voices of youth who challenge, inspire, and lead the way toward a more just future. Website
MLK Day Open House at the MFA
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston— FREE
Monday, January 19, 2026
The MFA once again opens their doors for the annual MLK Day Open House. This year, the MFA offers free admission—including access to “Georgia O’Keeffe and Henry Moore”—for Massachusetts residents. Website
Science Exploration with MIT at BPL Copley
Central Library in Copley Square, Boston— FREE
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Explore science with the MIT Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Kids will tackle different science questions each month with hands-on learning and demonstrations. Website
An Exploration of 20th Century Flute Music
Brookline Village Public Library, Brookline—FREE
Friday, January 23-25, 2026
Enjoy a concert by Brookline Music School faculty member Leah Kosch (piano) and guest artist, Ceora Jaffe (flute) at the Brookline Village Public Library. Website
WinterFEST Newton
Newton—FREE
Fri Jan 23, 2026 - Sun Jan 25, 2026
This three-day, family-friendly event features ice sculptures, live music, dance, a soup social, art activities, author readings, and other interactive activities at multiple venues across Newton. Website