Step into an evening of unparalleled elegance and indulgence at our Grand Dinners in the iconic Wharf Room. With sweeping harbor views as your backdrop and a setting steeped in timeless grandeur, these evenings promise to be nothing short of extraordinary. Imagine a night where…
- DoubleTree by Hilton-Boston North Shore 50 Ferncroft Road Danvers, MA 01923
The Boston Sea Rovers world-renowned Saturday Evening Film Festival is one of the most prestigious in the underwater world. This year the Film Festival will showcase the works of 7 time Emmy award winning filmmakers Howard and Michelle Hall, known for their stunning IMAX films…
- South Boston
The annual South Boston St. Patrick's Day/ Evacuation Day Parade returns on Sunday, March 15th 2026 at 11:30am! The parade begins at Andrew Square and ends near the MBTA's Broadway station. We suggest grabbing a spot anywhere along Broadway to watch the parade! Parade Route…
- Brattle Theatre
- Recurring daily
The Boston Underground Film Festival returns for its 26th edition, once again bringing the finest in vanguard filmmaking from around the world to New England cinephiles. Taking place at the Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square and expanding to include the Coolidge Corner Theatre in…
For the 15 th year, Patriot Place invites you to grab your green and celebrate the joys of Irish culture, as Irish Festival returns on Saturday, March 21 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. This popular, family-friendly event is a staple of St. Patrick’s celebrations and is free and open…
Visit the Boston Public Market on Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22 for a two-day celebration of New England fiber artists and farmers! At this free festival, guests can browse through all the fiber art and goods the festival has to offer, and enjoy craft workshops, skill…
- Adams Park, Roslindale
Get ready to splash into colors and joy at our Holi Mela! Happening on Adams Park on Sat Mar 21, 2026 from 11am to 4pm. This celebration is all about vibrant vibes, delicious treats, and non-stop fun with friends and family. Bring your energy and dress to get colorful because…
For one night only, the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Induction Celebration will bring artists, songs, and stories together for a one-of-a kind event unlike anything else. This year’s class honors Aretha Franklin, Leonard Cohen, Muddy Waters, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Judy…
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
- Recurring daily
PAX East is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. No matter your preferred…
- Hynes Convention Center
- Recurring daily
Anime Boston is a three-day convention held annually in Boston, Massachusetts, USA under the supervision of the New England Anime Society. Our focus is to celebrate and promote Japanese culture and media, such as anime, manga, and video games. While the main focus on Anime Boston…
- Connexion
Get ready—The Final Act of Our Faces is happening on April 11th from 1:00–4:00 PM at Connexion! Join us for an immersive afternoon filled with art, music, lights, and creative surprises as we bring this powerful community project to its next chapter. This gathering is a…
- 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
- 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…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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
- 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…
- Franklin Park
The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held on July 24-26, 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 & crafts, and…
- 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
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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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