12 Giant Animal Nutcrackers in Boston for the Holidays

If you go into Boston this Holiday Season, why not go on a scavenger hunt for all 12 Giant Nutcrackers all around Downtown Boston.

You can take the T to the Park street stop on the Green and Red line. Appropriate colors for the Season!

The Animal Themed Nutcrackers Are Back in Downtown Boston

It looks like these nutcrackers might be a tradition. I think it was the debut year for the nutcrackers in 2024. I'm glad to see that they are back.

See if you can find all 12 of the humungo nutcrackers all over downtown Boston. They are all lit up with sparkling color, so you won't miss them. Each one is 16 feet high!

The Holiday Trail Will Show You The Way

Click this link to get a map that shows you exactly where they are. It's all free for the family to enjoy. These nutcrackers are perfect for that Holiday Instagram shot.

The Animal Nutcrackers will be up from now until January 2, 2026.

Get Some Unique Gifts at the Holiday Market in Downtown Boston

Downtown Crossing in Boston has a lot of holiday happenings like a Holiday market where you can shop for unique gifts, handmade crafts and yummy food.

You can also check out the Annual Tuba Christmas. Over 100 brass musicians perform holiday songs on the Steps Plaza at the corner of Franklin and Washington Streets. And, before you ask, of COURSE Santa is going to make a stop in Boston! Check out all the holiday happenings in Downtown Crossing here.