Boston's Winter Fest 2024: Winter Wonderland, Ice Skating, Artisan Market, Life-size Ice Castle, Après Ski Lounge  

Winter Fest debuts as Boston's biggest and most magical festive experience is opening on Friday, 12/6. This season, Winter Fest debuts at Hood Park in Charlestown, transforming two acres into a stunning winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, immersive experiences, and festive cheer.    Opening December 6th, Winter Fest is Boston’s largest immersive winter festival of its kind, and features:<ul><li>family-friendly activities like ice skating</li><li>an artisan marketplace</li><li>a whimsical toy workshop</li><li>a life-size ice castle and gingerbread house</li><li>the Après Ski Veuve Clicquot Gondola Lounge transports guests to Aspen and is the perfect photo-worthy place to make a champagne toast</li><li>special meet-and-greets with Santa on the weekends</li><li>themed food and beverage sites that include winter warmers such as decadent hot chocolate adorned with seasonal toppings like house-made marshmallow and crushed peppermint as well as select beers and wines</li></ul>The festival's stage comes alive with local artists performing beloved holiday classics that capture the spirit of the season. The festivities kick off with the lighting of a majestic 32-foot Christmas tree and continue with attractions for visitors of all ages.   Brought to life by the same creative force behind Wicked Haunt Fest, Winter Fest offers something special for everyone. With interactive activities, live entertainment, and festive food and drink, Winter Fest promises to be Boston’s most memorable new festive celebration. Winter Fest runs December 6th through January 25th. <img src="https://i.imgur.com/Rr4BNfK.jpeg"> <img src="https://i.imgur.com/te6obOw.jpeg"> ABOUT WINTER FEST Winter Fest is Boston's newest and largest winter festival, transforming Hood Park in Charlestown into a luminous two-acre wonderland. Spanning over two acres, this captivating celebration is adorned with dazzling displays, an ice-skating rink, a larger-than-life-size light-up castle, an artisan village marketplace, a Veuve Clicquot Après Ski Gondola lounge, and much more. With interactive activities, live entertainment, festive foods, and countless photo-worthy moments, Boston’s Winter Fest delivers unforgettable seasonal memories for all ages and is easily accessible with three hours of free parking. <ul><li>Free admission.</li><li>Skating is $20 per hour for adults and kids under 10 is $15 per hour.</li><li>Skate rentals are $10 per person.</li><li>Yes! You may bring your own skates.</li><li>All guests will be required to sign off on the waiver before skating.</li><li>Parking is free for 3 hours at the hood park garage! Located at 100 Hood Park Dr.</li></ul>

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