2022 New Year's Eve on the Waterfront

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Wind your way down the waterfront through the trail of interactive ice sculptures and catch midnight fireworks to ring in 2023!

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<h2>New Year's Eve on the Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll</h2><a href="http://www.bostonharbornow.org/what-we-do/play/nye/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Boston Harbor Now</a> is proud to present our 10th annual New Year's Eve on the Waterfront <a href="https://www.bostonharbornow.org/nye" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ice Sculpture Stroll</a>, the largest *ever* with more than 30 sculptures on display!From Revere Beach to the Seaport, the waterfront and <a href="https://www.bostonharborwalk.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Harborwalk </a>will be transformed into a magical, winter wonderland on New Year's Eve. Grab a map, visit all 32 ice sculptures, and snap your posts to enter in a Waterfront 'Staycation' Giveaway Contest. *See below for details &amp; entry instructions*W﻿hen: December 31, 2022 | 1:00 - 5:00PMW﻿here: Click here for the interactive <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1wv8yQAO826AAn1tLMVMdTWsVkW-rBEzH&ehbc=2E312F" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">2022 New Year's Eve on the Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll Map</a>PLEASE NOTE: Registration is *not* required for any of these free events, though it is encouraged if you would like to receive email updates.<blockquote>Boston Harbor Now is proud to have partnered with more than two dozen waterfront organizations, businesses, and entities to bring this beloved tradition back for a tenth season. We thank each of them for their participation and support! To view a list of all ice sculpture hosts, <a href="https://bostonharbornow.org/nye" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">visit www.bostonharbornow.org/nye</a></blockquote>

<h2>New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks</h2>New Year’s Eve Midnight Fireworks return this year, taking place over the inner Boston Harbor between the North End and East Boston neighborhoods of the city. After you finish your stroll and grab some dinner, join us at the following suggested locations for a fantastic fireworks display! When: December 31, 2022 | 11:59PMWhere: Boston Harbor between East Boston and Boston's North End. Recommended viewing locations:<ul><li><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/KMtgHk4DDoBe2CLX9" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Harborwalk at Fan Pier Park</a></li><li><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/3zQqK3szbnsFd7m66" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Christopher Columbus Park</a></li><li><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/3YZ48W5cNNdsNJjX6" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">East Boston's waterfront</a></li></ul><blockquote>The nearly 40-year tradition returns to Boston Harbor, made possible by the generous support of MeetBoston; NorthEndBoston.com; Fan Pier; Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment; Boston Harbor City Cruises; Yacht Haven/Charlestown Marina; Rep. Aaron Michelwitz; Seaport Community Grant Program.</blockquote>

<h2>Staycation Selfie Contest Rules &amp; Instructions</h2>Enter to win a Staycation Giveaway prize package by visiting the waterfront this New Year's Eve. To enter: <ol><li>Post a photo of yourself with any participating ice sculpture OR at the midnight Harbor fireworks </li><li>Tag @BostonHarborNow or #NYEBostonHarbor in that photo on social media (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram). </li></ol>OR<ul><li>Register via this Eventbrite page and be automatically entered into the raffle drawing for the Staycation Giveaway prize package </li><li>One entry per Eventbrite account will qualify</li></ul>Random drawing for the winner will be done from all qualified entries in January 2023. Winner will be notified via email and has one week to claim their prize.

<h2>Directions &amp; Parking</h2>We highly recommend using public transportation, ride share, biking, or walking to view the Ice Sculptures and Midnight Fireworks, but some recommended parking locations are below: <ul><li><a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/directions-parking/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">A﻿tlantic Wharf Parking</a> - $15 (280 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210) $15 (280 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210) $15 for 24 hours if you enter after 1PM on 12/31 and leave by 3AM on 1/2/23. Customers will have to pay in the P1 garage office not at the ticket machine or kiosk to receive this discounted parking. </li><li><a href="https://www.posquare.com/rates-hours/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">P﻿ost Office Square Garage</a> - $9 (112 Congress St, Boston, MA 02110)</li><li><a href="https://www.parkwithabm.com/boston---lewis-wharf-parking-lot" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">L﻿ewis Wharf Parking</a> - $24 (641 Lewis Wharf, Boston, MA 02110)</li></ul>

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