Planning Thanksgiving weekend in Boston? Here’s what to do, where to eat, where to stay and how to make the most of November 26–29, 2026, from holiday markets and Boston walks to Bruins and Celtics games and the first Christmas lights of the season.

Where you stay can change your entire Boston trip. Here’s how Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the North End, Downtown, Seaport, Fenway and Cambridge compare—and which neighborhood may be right for you.