First Night Boston 2027 Costume Workshop @ Union Church in Boston

Name: First Night Boston 2027 Costume Workshop @ Union Church
Start: 2026-12-13T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-12-13T16:00:00-05:00
Location: Union Church

Know before you go

When: Sunday, December 13, 2026, 2 PM to 4 PM
Where: Union Church, 485 Columbus Avenue, Boston, United States
Tickets: Free
Length: About 2 hours
Type: Halloween Costume Party
Dress code: Costumes encouraged

Details

Come create costumes and join the annual First Night Procession on December 31, 2026! These are free workshops at various locations.
About this Event

Make Your Own Celebration Costume for First Night's 50th!

Boston's First Night turns 50, and you're invited to join the party in style. Come to a free costume workshop and create a festive caftan to wear in the First Night parade on December 31 from 5:00-6:30 pm, just before the family fireworks on Boston Common at 7:00 pm.

What to expect

Design and decorate your own celebratory caftan, made to fit right over your warm winter layers
Take your creation home and wear it in the parade
All supplies, advice, and inspiration provided at no cost
Workshops led by Artists for Humanity, with support from First Night 50th

Who can join: Everyone! Individuals, families, and kids are all welcome. No experience needed, just bring your imagination.

In addition to the workshop on December 13 at Union Church, there will be another workshop at the following location.

Wednesday, December 16, 7-9 PM @ Artisans Asylum

Following the conclusion of the parade, stay for an informal dance party near the corner of Beacon and Charles Streets - prior to the family fireworks at 7:00 PM on the Boston Common.

And learn about the history of First Night at these special exhibits:

December 5 - January 4 at Boston Public Library, Gallery J, 700 Boylston Street
December 7 - January 1 at Boston City Hall, Scollay Square Gallery, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, 1 City Hall Square

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