Though somewhat scaled back, Boston’s First Night celebration (refer to listing, page 16) has one thing going for it that it hasn’t been able to claim in years past—all events for the 2016

 Hungry shoppers, rejoice! Newbury Street, Boston’s popular destination for upscale retail, is the temporary home of one of the largest oyster suppliers in the country. For briny goodness throu

 The Peabody Essex Museum, the oldest continuously operating museum in the U.S., has long boasted an exquisite collection of historical Native American objects dating back to the 17th century. Th

 More than two centuries later, the Boston Tea Party—the iconic protest that was a seminal event leading to the American Revolution—remains as popular as ever. Not convinced? Then check out t

 Through December 14, celebrate the Festival of Lights with a brand-new, interactive art display taking place in windows throughout the city. A collaboration between several local Jewish organiza

Bask in the brilliance of the Boston area’s best displays of seasonal cheer Blink! (Faneuil Hall Marketplace; pictured): Sound and light come together at the city’s beloved dining and shopping des

 The 74th annual City of Boston Official Tree Lighting and the Frog Pond Skating Spectacular add a holiday glow to Boston Common How do you spice up a grand holiday tradition that has been in pla