Seaport Announces the Return of Snowport
Boston’s Seaport has announced the return of Snowport, the neighborhood’s holiday market that’s also packed with a bunch of events and activities.
Per a press release, Snowport opens on November 8 and will feature The Holiday Market, which will be open seven days a week through December 29. The hours for The Holiday Market are as follows:
- Monday through Thursday: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
During peak holiday season hours from December 9 through December 29, the hours are:
- Sunday through Thursday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
The Holiday Market is made up of over 120 businesses and 17 food and beverage retailers. The Snowport Tree Market is also returning and will be open from November 22 through December 23. Hours of operation are:
- Monday through Thursday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Friday through Sunday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- (Note: The Tree Market is closed on Thanksgiving.)
Organizers note that of these businesses, 22 % are new to the market, 65% are local New England, and 83% identify as either Black, Indigenous, or people of color (BIPOC) owned and/or female-owned. These businesses offer a wide range of gift options including art, accessories, apparel, jewelry, home décor, gourmet treats, handcrafted trinkets, and more. (A full list of retailers can be found at BostonSeaport.xyz/HolidayMarket.)
In a statement, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu said, “Through partnerships and continuous collaboration, Boston becomes more of a year-round city. Snowport has had a tremendous impact in our business space during the holiday season by bringing small businesses, residents from across the city, and tourists alike together for their annual festivities. I’m grateful for their work in making the Seaport a vibrant destination during the holiday season, and can’t wait to see the festivities they bring this coming winter.”
Shopping isn’t the only highlight of Snowport; there are also plenty of events and activities for everyone. “Light Up Seaport,” the annual tree lighting ceremony, will take place on December 6, and the annual Menorah Lighting will take place on December 29.
Additionally, Snowport Curling Lanes will be part of the fun this season. The sporting area opens on November 8 and runs through February 28, 2025.
As for admission, a free general admission line is available seven days a week. For those wanting to cut the line, timed-entry reservations are available Friday through Sunday for the following prices:
- $12 per adult
- $6 per Veteran
- $6 per child (ages 6-17, children under the age of 5 are free)
- $1 per ticket sold benefits Boston XChange (BXC)
Complete details on Snowport can be found at BostonSeaport.xyz/Snowport.
