Boston, Massachusetts
SoWa Winter Festival 2026
Official name: SoWa Christmas Market
Friday, November 20 to Sunday, December 27, 2026
| Dates | Friday, November 20 to Sunday, December 27, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days Closed | Closed Mondays. Closed Thu, Nov 26, Fri, Dec 25 |
| Hours |
Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. |
| Where | The SoWa Power Station, a converted industrial hall in Boston's South End 550 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118 Directions |
| Admission | Admission $10; children 12 and under free; no re-entry (organizer FAQ, 2026 page) |
| Parking | Cash-only parking at $10 in lots on Harrison Avenue and Albany Street; the 540 Harrison Ave lot is step-free. |
| Dogs | Only service animals, per City of Boston rules. |
| Organizer | SoWa Boston. Official website |
| Plan Your Trip | Hotels for November 21 Map affiliate |
SoWa Winter Festival: Quick Answers
When does SoWa Winter Festival open in 2026?
It opens on Friday, November 20, 2026.
When does SoWa Winter Festival close for the season?
The last day is Sunday, December 27, 2026.
What are SoWa Winter Festival's hours?
Opening night, Friday November 20 4 pm to 9 pm; November: Tuesday to Thursday 4 pm to 8 pm; November: Friday 4 pm to 9 pm; November: Saturday 10 am to 9 pm; November: Sunday 10 am to 7 pm; Black Friday, November 27 10 am to 7 pm; From December 1: Tuesday to Thursday 4 pm to 9 pm; From December 1: Friday 4 pm to 10 pm; From December 1: Saturday 10 am to 10 pm; From December 1: Sunday 10 am to 7 pm; Christmas Eve 10 am to 4 pm. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Is SoWa Winter Festival open every day?
Closed Mondays. Closed Thu, Nov 26, Fri, Dec 25.
Is SoWa Winter Festival open on Thanksgiving?
No. The organizer lists it as closed on Thanksgiving.
Is SoWa Winter Festival open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Christmas Eve (Thursday, December 24) is one of its open days. Holiday hours can be shorter: see the hours above and check the organizer's page on the day.
Where is SoWa Winter Festival?
The SoWa Power Station, a converted industrial hall in Boston's South End, in Boston, Massachusetts. The address is 550 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118.
Is SoWa Winter Festival free, or do you need a ticket?
You need a ticket. Admission $10; children 12 and under free; no re-entry (organizer FAQ, 2026 page).
About SoWa Winter Festival
Boston's biggest indoor holiday market, with more than 100 New England makers, artists and specialty food sellers inside the brick SoWa Power Station in the South End. Formerly the SoWa Winter Festival, it now runs for over five weeks from late November to just after Christmas.
Where Is SoWa Winter Festival?
The SoWa Power Station, a converted industrial hall in Boston's South End, 550 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118. The other dots are nearby markets.
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Getting There, Parking and More
By Transit
The closest public transit is the Silver Line SL4 and SL5 buses on Washington Street. The Washington St @ Union Park stop, toward South Station and Downtown Crossing, is about 0.16 mile in a straight line from the Power Station, and the East Berkeley St stops are about 0.2 mile. SL4 and SL5 charge the local bus fare of $1.70 (October 2026), payable by CharlieCard, contactless card or cash. On the Orange Line, Tufts Medical Center and Back Bay stations are each about 0.6 mile away in a straight line.
Parking
SoWa runs its own parking around the market at $10 a car, cash only (October 2026). The lots are at 540 and 500 Harrison Avenue and at 365, 324 and 274 Albany Street, all within a block or two of the Power Station. The organizers single out the 540 Harrison Avenue lot as the one that is easy for wheelchairs and strollers, so head there if anyone in your group needs a step-free route.
| Lot | Address | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| SoWa lot (wheelchair and stroller friendly) | 540 Harrison Ave | $10, cash only (October 2026) |
| SoWa lot | 500 Harrison Ave | $10, cash only (October 2026) |
| SoWa lot | 365 Albany St | $10, cash only (October 2026) |
| SoWa lot | 324 Albany St | $10, cash only (October 2026) |
| SoWa lot | 274 Albany St | $10, cash only (October 2026) |
Source: SoWa Boston, checked October 28, 2026.
Hotels Near SoWa Winter Festival
The market is in the South End's SoWa district, so the South End's own streets are the closest base. Back Bay and Chinatown are each roughly a 15-minute walk, and the Silver Line on Washington Street links the market with Downtown Crossing and South Station.
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Is there parking at the SoWa Christmas Market?
Yes. SoWa's lots at 540 and 500 Harrison Ave and 365, 324 and 274 Albany St charge $10, cash only (October 2026). The 540 Harrison Ave lot is the wheelchair- and stroller-friendly one.
What is the nearest T stop to the SoWa Christmas Market?
The Silver Line SL4 and SL5 stop at Washington St and Union Park, about 0.16 mile in a straight line. The nearest Orange Line stations, Tufts Medical Center and Back Bay, are about 0.6 mile away.
Can I bring a stroller to the SoWa Christmas Market?
Yes, the organizers say it is stroller and kid friendly, and the 540 Harrison Ave lot is the easiest for strollers.
Can I leave and come back in?
No. Fire Department capacity limits mean there is no re-entry, so plan to do your shopping in one visit.
Do vendors take cards?
Yes. Cash is preferred, but all major credit cards and Apple Pay are accepted. Parking is cash only.
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