- Hopkinton to Boston
Boston - The marathon that all other marathons are measured by. This isn’t only the world’s oldest, but regarded as one of the world’s most challenging races. Check out our expanded 130th Boston Marathon page for where to watch, schedule, course map, and much more.
- Boston Common
The 2026 Japan Festival Boston will once again be hosted at the historic Boston Common on Saturday, April 25th and Sunday, April 26th. Japan’s traditional festival is a place to thank gods for their blessings and gather on special occasions with friends and family, serving as a…
- BOYLSTON STREET TO CHARLES STREET
Join us for Boston 30th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade featuring Greek music, dancing, and food at the Boston Common. PARADE KICK-OFF 1:00PM - BOYLSTON STREET TO CHARLES STREET
Looking for a new and exciting career in the hospitality industry? Boston’s hospitality industry is booming and employers are looking to fill hundreds of open positions! Not familiar with the industry? No worries! You will have an opportunity to build professional connections…
Looking for the Perfect Volunteer Opportunity? The 19th Annual Volunteer Expo seeks to assist local nonprofit organizations in their search for volunteers. The event brings together locals, students and workers from the community and allows attendees to interact with…
- Harvard Yard
Welcome to the Harvard Arts Festival! From April 30 to May 3, Harvard’s campus transforms into a four-day celebration of the arts, bursting with creativity from Harvard students, staff, alums and faculty. Wander through iconic indoor and outdoor spaces as you catch more than 100…
- Jamaica Plain
Approaching its 48th year, Wake Up the Earth Fest represents the beginning of Spring and brings out 7,500+ people every year in celebration. The 2026 Wake Up the Earth Festival in Jamaica Plain, features a parade that usually begins around 11 AM, gathering at Curtis Hall (20…
- The Foundry
Get ready to spice things up at the Boston Hot Sauce Festival with fiery challenges, mouth-watering Chef demos and Pepper Talks! Join us for the 3rd Annual Boston Hot Sauce Festival - Rhythm N' Spice! Get ready for an experience that will set your taste buds on fire on Saturday…
- Parkman Bandstand, Boston Public Garden
A beloved tradition for more than 30 years, Duckling Day celebrates the children’s classic book, Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. Every year on Mother’s Day, hundreds of children parade through Boston’s most picturesque parks, dressed like characters from the story…
- Arnold Arboretum
Experience the springtime bloom of our renowned collection of nearly 400 lilacs. Visit for tours with Arboretum experts, hands-on children’s programming, and more. Picnicking in the Arboretum landscape is permitted on this day only. Located primarily on the edge of Bussey Hill…
- Ohiri Field, Harvard University
Panda Fest, one of the nation’s fastest-growing outdoor Asian food and culture festivals, is thrilled to announce its return to Boston for its second year, taking place from May 15 to May 17, 2026, at Ohiri Field at Harvard University. Following a successful debut that sold out…
- Franklin Park Playstead, Roxbury
It’s opening day in Franklin Park! Don’t miss out on this 50-year tradition in our park. You can make a kite, buy one, or bring your own! Food trucks Bikes to try for younger kids with Countdown to Kindergarten Bicycle repair station by REI Contact us to sponsor this wonderful…
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
- Recurring daily
Sponsored by the U.S. Postal Service, the Boston 2026 World Expo brings the world of stamps to Boston for eight days as part of the America's 250th anniversary and features world-class exhibits, post offices from around the world, beginners and children's areas, stamp dealers…
- Boston University
- Recurring daily
The WBUR Festival is back on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 and our guest list is heating up! A few of the big names who’ll take the mic in 2026 include: José Andrés, Sam Sanders, Mary Louise Kelly and many more of your NPR and WBUR favorites. Join us for lively…
Kick summer off in style with live music, lawn games, your favorite food trucks, beer, wine, and more. Our annual young professionals fundraising event, Glow in the Park, lights up the night every June, and it’s your chance to support the Greenway Conservancy and have a blast…
- Copley Square
PRIDE IS BACK!📢🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Boston Pride For The People is excited to announce the return of a Pride Month celebration in Boston on Saturday, June 6th, 2026. The celebration will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, parade, festival, and block party! Boston Pride For The People is…
- City Hall Plaza
- Recurring daily
The FIFA Fan Festival™ Boston will be free, tournament-long, and the ultimate place to connect with fans from around the world. All are welcome to celebrate in the heart of downtown at City Hall Plaza for an international celebration that showcases the best of fútbol culture…
- Florian Hall
Join us at our annual Puerto Rican Festival Cultural Pageant at Florian Hall where we'll crown this year's Miss Puerto Rico! The Pageant serves as the cornerstone event of the Festival Puertorriqueño, aimed at empowering girls and young women of Puerto Rican heritage to become…
- Riverbend Park, Cambridge, MA
The Boston Dragon Boat Festival takes place annually on the banks of the Charles River in Boston and Cambridge. Starting in 1979, Boston Dragon Boat Festival, the first and oldest such festival in North America, has grown from a small neighborhood event commemorating the death in…
- Fenway Park
Join us for a vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture at Fenway Park! This special night is dedicated to honoring the Puerto Rican community's rich heritage, traditions, and contributions. Enjoy special pregame tributes, music, and moments that spotlight Puerto Rican heritage…
- Downtown Crossing, Waterfront
- Recurring daily
Happening from July 2 - 4, 2026, Harborfest features hundreds of family-friendly activities at Boston’s most iconic landmarks, making it one of the country’s largest Fourth of July celebrations. Activities include the annual opening ceremony in Downtown Crossing, reenactments…
- DCR Hatch Shell on the Esplanade
The Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular is returning for 2026! Keith Lockhart will lead a program featuring the Boston Pops orchestra with special guests to be announced. The concert ends with a fireworks display around 9:40 pm (subject to change). Photos by Michael Blanchard
- Harvard Athletic Complex
Boston JerkFest is a family-friendly Caribbean-style food festival offering two days of fun in the sun and featuring Jamaican jerk spiced food and all things jerk hot! Taking place July 10-12, 2026, at the Harvard Athletic Complex, this festival celebrates Caribbean flavors…
- Boston Harbor
The Grand Parade of Sail will highlight the day’s activities as vessels parade in flotillas from Broad Sound into the main channel of Boston Harbor turning at Charlestown, before proceeding to their assigned berthing areas. Public viewing of the parade will be spectacular from…
- Boston Harbor
- Recurring daily
Boston Harbor is the site of The Tall Ships return for Sail Boston®! This spectacular event offers crews, cadets and visitors from all over the world an unforgettable experience and a world-class maritime celebration. Come and see why Tall Ships America named Boston its 2009 and…
- Puerto Rican Veterans Memorial
Join us for the Annual Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony at the Puerto Rican Veterans Memorial on Monday, July 21, 2026, at 5pm.
- Franklin Park
The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held on July 25 & 26, 2026 at Franklin Park! Come immerse yourself in our rich Puerto Rican culture and enjoy music performances, delicious Puerto Rican food from several vendors, carnival rides, local arts…
- Paramount Theater; Boston Public Library; M.I.T. Bartos Theater; Shalin Liu. and others.
- Recurring daily
The Boston Film Festival will celebrate its 42nd anniversary from September 17-21, 2026 showcasing a diverse slate of films and highlighting some of the most innovative filmmakers in the industry. The live program includes the World premieres of three feature films and three…
Celebrating the power of words to stimulate, agitate, unite, delight, and inspire, the Boston Book Festival presents year-round events culminating in an annual festival that promotes a culture of reading and ideas and enhances the vibrancy of our city.
- Hynes Convention Center
- Recurring daily
The Boston Book Fair is the annual fall gathering for book lovers and collectors, featuring the top selection of items available on the international literary market. Mark your calendars for the 48th annual gathering of U.S. and international dealers, sanctioned by the…
America's 250th Anniversary in Boston
Throughout 2026, Massachusetts will be alive with events commemorating this historic milestone.
Sail Boston® 2026
Set course for Boston as over 25 of the world’s most magnificent tall ships and military vessels sail into Boston Harbor from July 11–16, 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026™
From June 13 to July 9, 2026, Boston will host SEVEN MATCHES for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ — the biggest tournament in soccer history.
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