Ring in 2026 on the Cochituate Rail Trail!
Kick off your New Year’s Eve with fresh air, warm fires, and community spirit!
You are invited to our third annual New Year’s Eve Celebration on Wednesday, December 31st, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly outing or a festive start to your evening plans, the rail trail is the place to be.
What to Expect:
- 22 Fire Pit Hosts: Warm up along the trail with neighbors and friends.
- Festive Atmosphere: Enjoy live entertainment, fun giveaways, and delicious food offerings at various stations.
- Enhanced Experience: We’ve added even more lighting, more entertainment, and more community spirit to make this our best year yet!
Bundle up and join us for this unique Framingham tradition.
It’s the perfect way to celebrate our trails and our community before the clock strikes midnight!
Map of the event
This Year's Participants!
Walk down the entire CRT and say hello to the 21 stops along the way!
Each stop will have fire pits, treats, games, music and celebratory vibes!
Hungry? Check out our friend Zippity Do Dog who will be open and selling his amazing hot dog specialities.
Porta potties are located at School Street and Old Conn Path.
Important Event Details
Important Event Details
Important Event Details
● FREE family-friendly event
● No alcohol allowed
● Carry in, carry out policy
● Keep the trail beautiful – no littering
Parking Information
Important Event Details
Important Event Details
● 500 Old Connecticut Path
● TJX Parking Lot on Speen Street
● 2 School Street (limited parking)
Three Years of Fun!
Three Years of Fun!
Three Years of Fun!
Our inaugural event in 2023 was nothing short of spectacular:
- Nearly 1,000 people attended
- 15 local organizations created vibrant fire pit stations
- 9 incredible sponsors made the night possible
What people said…
Three Years of Fun!
Three Years of Fun!
● ”The whole event was a success! It was wonderful seeing so many people out on the trails. The bonfires added warmth and friendly rendezvous points. Walking the trail in the dark was a special thrill!”
● “Thank you for creating this!!!! This event was phenomenal! There were so many people that showed up and were so appreciative of your creation of this event. I grew up in Framingham and this event offered the most "Home Town" feel in my memory.”
Nonprofit Organization for Philanthropic Initiatives is the fiscal sponsor for
Friends of Framingham Trails.
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