Boston: December 12, 2025 Traffic Advisory

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~ Boston, MA - As the end of the year approaches, the city of Boston is gearing up for its annual First Night celebration on December 31, 2025. This highly anticipated event will bring together people from all over the city to ring in the new year with music, food, and fireworks. In order to ensure a smooth and safe experience for attendees, organizers are encouraging people to use alternative modes of transportation such as walking, biking, or taking public transit.

For those looking to bike around the city, information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, can be found on their website. Additionally, information on the MBTA can be found online. The MBTA advises riders to purchase a round-trip ticket instead of a one-way ticket for a faster return trip.

In preparation for First Night Boston 2026, several parking restrictions will be in place throughout Wednesday on various streets in Back Bay. These restrictions are necessary for logistical and public safety needs. The affected streets include Cambridge Street (south side), Arlington Street (both sides), Atlantic Avenue (east side), Beacon Street (both sides), Blagden Street (both sides), Boylston Street (north side and both sides), Charles Street (west side and west side of Charles Street South), Court Street (east side), and Tremont Street (both sides).

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In Brighton, another popular event will take place on Thursday, December 18th - the Hanukkah Vehicle Procession. This procession starts near Dighton Street and Chestnut Hill Avenue and typically has temporary parking restrictions in place to minimize impacts on vehicular traffic. The Boston Police Department also provides an escort for this event in the interest of public safety.

The North End Christmas Parade is set to take place on Sunday, December 14th at 1:00 p.m. The parade will form at Puopolo Park and proceed through Christopher Columbus Park before making its way down Atlantic Avenue, North Street, Lewis Street, Commercial Street, Richmond Street, Parmenter Street, Salem Street, Charter Street, Hanover Street, Cross Street, Endicott Street, Keaney Square, and Prince Street. These streets will be closed to through traffic for the duration of the event.

In Roslindale, the Canterbury Street Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic on Friday, September 12th at 9:00 p.m. due to findings from a recent bridge inspection. Pedestrian access will still be maintained and drivers are advised to follow the detour signage in place. The primary detour route will utilize Hyde Park Avenue, Cummins Highway, Rowe Street, Brown Avenue and Seymour Street.

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Lastly in West Roxbury on Sunday December 14th at 11:00 a.m., Walter's Run 5K will take place. The race will proceed over Bellevue Street to Centre Street before turning onto Mt. Vernon Street and then Grayfield Street. From there it will continue onto Corey Street before turning onto Dwinell street and then Addington Road. The race will then turn onto Lagrange street before finishing at #15 Bellevue street (YMCA). These streets will also be closed to through traffic for the duration of the event.

As always with large events in the city of Boston, drivers should expect delays and are advised to reduce speed and use caution while traveling through affected areas. With these precautions in place, residents and visitors alike can look forward to a fun and safe holiday season in Boston.

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