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Select the country and object's type FANEUIL HALL MARKETPLACE ANNOUNCES EXCITING HOLIDAY EVENTS!

BOSTON (Fall, 2011) Originally constructed in 1742 as a gift to the city, Faneuil Hall Marketplace still represents the most authentic of all Boston experiences. This unique attraction is truly unparalleled by any other as it combines shopping, dining, entertainment and history all into one centralized downtown location. These historic 19th century buildings feature over 125 shops and restaurants, including the world famous Quincy Market Colonnade with over 35 unique vendors offering gourmet cuisines from around the world. In addition, the Marketplace is home to 13 full service restaurants including Todd English\'s Kingfish Hall, McCormick & Schmick\'s Seafood & Steak and internationally known Wagamama Noodle Bar. Discover quaint, cobblestone streets and visit an array of local Boston boutiques and popular national retailers such as Ann Taylor, Coach, Nine West, and Urban Outfitters.

At Faneuil Hall Marketplace you will discover a festival every day. The Marketplace is home to some of the world\'s most renowned street performers. These performers will captivate you with their hilarious routines, musical fanfare, balloon twisting and mind boggling balancing acts performed along the famous cobblestone promenades. In addition, the Marketplace hosts over 100 special events each year, including an annual Street Performer Festival, the 4th of July Harborfest Ceremony and the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, featuring New England\'s tallest holiday tree.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace is a member of Historic Shopping and Dining Attractions (HSDA). HSDA includes two other top destinations in the US as well as Faneuil Hall Marketplace: South Street Seaport in New York City and Union Station DC in the nation\'s capital. In addition to the renowned shopping, dining and entertainment at each of the three properties, the purpose of HSDA is to embrace and promote the rich history that each of these properties offer.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace has a variety of holiday programs lined up for this season, including the following:

27th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony - November 19th

11:00AM - 6:30PM

Experience the illumination of the largest tree in New England!

All-day entertainment and special guest performers. Tree illumination at 5:30PM!

Holiday Tuba Concert - November 26th

2:00PM - 3:00PM

Over 150 tubas playing your favorite holiday tunes!

Location: West End Promenade

6th Annual Candy Land Tournament - December 12th

10:00AM - 12:00PM

$10 Donation to benefit Pitching in for Kids. Games, live music, snacks and more!

Sponsored by Hasbro & the Faneuil Hall Marketplace Merchants Association.

Location: Quincy Market Building, Upper Rotunda

First Night at Faneuil Hall

Begin your New Year\'s celebrations with fun family activities and great shopping throughout the afternoon, leading up to the famous New Year\'s countdown in Copley Square.

Saturday, December 31st, 2011

Location: Marketplace Wide

Faneuil Hall Marketplace offers a variety of visitor programs including both FIT and group-friendly programs.

For FIT Travel - Faneuil Hall Marketplace offers our special VIP Welcome Package complete with specials, discounts and incentives from many of our merchants. Vouchers are available from many sources, including www.FaneuilHallMarketplace.com. Upon presentation of a voucher, visitors will receive the V.I.P. Welcome Packet which includes a list of Marketplace special events, a coupon book, keepsake magnet, a directory of stores and restaurants as well as brochures on activities happening in and around Boston. The VIP Welcome Package is available at the Revolutionary Boston(R) History and Information Center located outdoors in the South Market Promenade adjacent to the Wagamama restaurant.

For groups of any size, Faneuil Hall Marketplace offers the following:

· Pre-paid Commissionable Quincy Market Colonnade Dining and Dessert Vouchers - which provides groups with a choice of a variety of different food vendors. Additionally, Faneuil Hall Marketplace offers a top purchaser reward program every quarter!

· Custom commissionable programs available upon request. Meet and Greet programs are available, which include the VIP Welcome Package for each delegate.

· Student-friendly programs are available with options including the Dining Voucher program or group menus with specific restaurants.

· Private lunch, dinner and cocktail functions with all-inclusive group menus are available upon request.

· Performance Areas available to groups for a nominal fee. Arrangements are made in advance by calling Faneuil Hall Marketplace Marketing Department at 617-523-1300.

· FREE Motorcoach Parking is available adjacent to the Marketplace (located on the Surface Artery between Hanover Street and Clinton Street). Visit http://www.cityofboston.gov/transportation/tour_bus.asp for maps, directions and parking regulations.

About Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Located in the heart of downtown Boston, Faneuil Hall Marketplace is the nation\'s premiere urban marketplace and a favorite destination for locals and tourists alike. It combines the glories of the past and vitality of the present, with more than 75 shops, 14 full service restaurantsand 36 food stalls. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

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