31 Nights of Light
Each evening, the top of Prudential Tower illuminates in a different color to highlight participating non-profit organizations and holidays. Visitors inside can view a large symbolic switch staged in Center Court for photo opportunities during partner ceremonies. The illuminated tower creates a distinctive colorful feature across the Boston skyline.
What to Expect
Prudential Tower illuminates nightly in rotating colors for local nonprofits and holidays.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive city lights
Vibe
Colorful and community-minded
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Lights turn on at 5:00PM.
Tips & Advice
- Look up at the top of Prudential Tower any December evening, because it glows in a different color each night for that night's nonprofit partner.
- Be near the tower when the pre-programmed lights switch on each evening if you want to watch the color change happen live.
- On a partner's Flip the Switch evening, stop by Center Court at Prudential Center at dusk to see the large symbolic switch set up for photos.
- Nonprofits applying to be a partner should have three preferred December dates ready, because the form requires three choices to be considered.
- Organizations planning a Flip the Switch moment should keep their group small, since gatherings in Center Court are capped at thirty attendees.
Special Events & Promotions
- Selected 2026 lighting partners can host a symbolic Flip the Switch moment in Center Court on the evening of their lighting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 31 Nights of Light?
Every night in December, the top of Prudential Tower lights up in a different color for that night's partner. By New Year's Eve it has honored 28 local nonprofits and 3 holidays.
Can I watch the tower change color live?
Yes. The lights are pre-programmed to come on at the same time each evening, so you can be there to watch the change.
What is the Flip the Switch moment?
Selected 2026 lighting partners can host a Flip the Switch moment on the evening of their lighting. At dusk, a large symbolic switch is set up in Center Court at Prudential Center for photos. Each gathering is capped at 30 attendees.
How can a nonprofit become a lighting partner?
Registered 501(c)(3) organizations can apply with the 31 Nights of Light partner form. Applicants must list three preferred December dates and can pick up to three colors.
How long has this tradition been going?
2026 is the 18th year in a row that Prudential Center has held 31 Nights of Light.
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