SoWa Winter Festival 2025 [11/28/25]

Mark your calendars for the 10th Anniversary SoWa Winter Festival!

Step inside the historic SoWa Power Station and experience one of Boston’s favorite holiday traditions — now celebrating 10 incredible years! This year, the SoWa Winter Festival transforms the iconic South End landmark into a twinkling winter wonderland with thousands of sparkling holiday lights.

The SoWa Winter Festival Opens Black Friday 11/28!

· 125+ Local Vendors

· Handmade art + Holiday gifts

· Specialty foods + holiday themed cocktails!

· Brewery and distillery takeovers

· Onsite Parking Available

2025 Winter Festival Vendors

See the full list here

This Season’s Fun Highlights:

🤠Country Nights Every Thursday! Dust off your boots for line dancing, country tunes, and a ride on our mechanical bull — a fan favorite!
🎅Special Visits from Buddy the Elf & The Grinch! Catch them on select days spreading holiday cheer (and a little mischief!).
🎶Live Music by Local Musicians — Enjoy daily festive performances at our Sleigh Bar while you shop and sip on something warm.
📸Festive Photo Ops — Capture the perfect holiday memories in our beautifully decorated themed spaces on the 3rd Floor.
🌟Wish Trees Activation — Write down your hopes and dreams for the season and hang them on our glowing Wish Trees — a heartfelt experience that brings the magic of the holidays to life.
🍴15+ Food Vendors to Enjoy! Savor delicious eats from crowd favorites like Matilda’s heart-shaped empanadas, Eataly Boston with their cheese wheel pasta and panettones, the warmth of Ben’s Raclette melting over crusty bread, Moyzilla’s handmade dumplings, Pieson’s wood-fired pizza, sizzling sausages from The Butcher Block Grill, and many more serving up warm bites all season long.
🎁Shop Local — Discover unique gifts, handmade treasures, and delicious seasonal treats from your favorite local and regional vendors that you find ONLY at SoWa!

Whether you come to shop, dance, or snap a photo with Buddy and The Grinch, there’s something for everyone this holiday season!

10th Annual SoWa Winter Festival:

Address: SoWa Power Station, 550 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118

Dates: November 28 – December 28, 2025

Hours of Operation:

Opening Day – Friday, November 28th: 10AM – 8PM

Tuesday – Thursday: 4PM – 8PM

Friday: 4PM – 9PM

Saturday: 10AM – 9PM

Sunday: 10AM – 7PM

Mondays: CLOSED

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: CLOSED

Parking

Parking is available on-site for only $10!

Accessibility

The parking lot at 540 Harrison Ave. is wheelchair and stroller friendly

What else is there to do in the area?

Discover SoWa — Boston’s Art + Design District — home to the SoWa Vintage Market, largest concentration of working artist studios and contemporary galleries in New England, design showrooms, and one-of-a-kind retail shops. Nestled in the Boston’s South End, the neighborhood is also renowned for its award-winning restaurants and lively, creative atmosphere.

What are the nearest restaurants?

Capri Italian Steakhouse, Burro Bar, Bar Mezzana, Shore Leave, Yellow Door Taqueria, Kaia, Baleia, Kava, Louis’ Corner, Desnuda, Myers + Chang, Coppa, Toro, Boston Chops, Picco, Barcelona Wine Bar, The Beehive

Where can I grab coffee?

SoWa Cafe, The Buttery, Tatte, Cuppa Coffee

Payment types

Cash is preferred, but all major credit cards and Apple Pay are accepted

Is this event stroller / kid friendly?

Yes!

Are dogs permitted?

Unfortunately, per City of Boston regulations, only service animals are permitted

Is re-entry permitted?

Unfortunately, due to Fire Department capacity restrictions, re-entry is not permitted

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