Boston’s 2026 Winter Festival and Lunar New Year Celebrations
Boston, MA — February 4, 2026 — The city is gearing up for the 2026 Winter Festival at Franklin Park on February 21, featuring activities like ice skating and snowshoeing. Addit…
2026 Winter Festival at Franklin Park
Boston’s Franklin Park is set to host the 2026 Winter Festival on Saturday, February 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, organized by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Franklin Park Coalition, offers a variety of family-friendly activities, including a synthetic ice skating rink, snowman igloo bounce house, obstacle course, and musical instrument ‘petting zoo’ by the Boston Music Group. Attendees can also enjoy the New England Revolution interactive soccer exhibit and meet the horses of the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit. The festival is free and open to all, with additional activities planned for February 19 and 20. For more information, visit the official event page.
Boston Lunar New Year Festival Gala
The Boston Lunar New Year Festival Gala is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Boston City Hall. This marks the third official celebration of the Lunar New Year since its recognition as a legal holiday in Boston in 2023. The gala will feature traditional dragon and lion dances, classical music, Chinese opera, and cultural dances performed by local and professional artists. The event serves as a platform where culture, capital, innovation, and influence converge, engaging decision-makers, entrepreneurs, investors, and next-generation leaders across industries. Tickets are available through Eventbrite.
Additional Events in February
Beyond the Winter Festival and Lunar New Year Gala, Boston offers a range of events throughout February. The annual Children’s Winter Festival, sponsored by the Highland Street Foundation, takes place on Boston Common on February 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring snow slides, toboggans, a snow maze, snowshoeing lessons, music, snacks, games, and arts and crafts. Additionally, the AREAA Boston Lunar New Year Eats event is scheduled for February 18 at Ming’s Seafood in Quincy, celebrating the Year of the Horse with a luncheon and market insights exchange. For a comprehensive list of events, visit the Boston Discovery Guide’s February event calendar.
