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Can you believe it’s already 2026? We can barely keep up either. January is the perfect time to hunt down free things to do around Boston, especially after December did a number on our wallets. Bundle up in your coziest hats, scarves, and long underwear and head out to celebrate history, culture, and community. Catch the 250th First Flag Raising in Somerville, take part in the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, or ring in tradition at a Japanese New Year Celebration. Cold days, warm vibes, and plenty of reasons to get out of the house.

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Prospect Hill Park

68 Munroe Street , Somerville, MA 02143

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508-771-2585 ext. 106

1540 Main Street, West Barnstable, MA 02632

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1961 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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1 Bow Mkt Wy, Somerville, MA 02143

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700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116

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Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston, MA

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465 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Central Library in Copley Square

700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116

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Hunneman Hall, Main Library, Brookline, MA

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1000 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA

Waterpark of New England

978-777-2500

50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA 01923

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