Festivals & Special Events
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On Friday, July 26, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), hosts K-Pop Night to celebrate the final weekend of Hallyu! The Korean Wave. Included with general admission, K-Pop Night invites visitors to enjoy art making, dance performances, exhibition tours and much more…
- Franklin Park
The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held July 27 and 28 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…
- Hunt-Almont Park
Join Inét Entertainment and House of Inspiration on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Almont Park in Mattapan for a day of FREE entertainment, vendors, food, and fun for the whole family, including performances by local artists and renowned jazz saxophonist Andre Ward.
- Chuckie Harris Park, East Somerville
Come to our Summer Party this July 27th from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. We will have food, live music, storytelling, art, games and activities. We want to hear from you, come and share your dreams about East Somerville. See you at Chuckie Harris Park! No te pierdas este momento lleno de…
- Danehy Park
The 9th annual Cambridge Jazz Festival will be held at Danehy Park on the afternoons of Saturday, July 29, and Sunday, July 30, 2024. The festival, which is organized by the Cambridge Jazz Foundation with support from Cambridge Arts, is free for all to attend! The Jazz Festival…
- Centre St. to Franklin Park
The annual Boston Puerto Rican Parade returns on Sunday, July 28, 2024! The parade will be in two stages (same as 2022; this worked out best). The Boston Puerto Rican Festival will then kickoff at Franklin Park. Come and experience the essence of Puerto Rican culture! Parade…
- The Larz Anderson Auto Museum
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
Since 1927, the Carriage House has been the setting for various lawn events and other car related activities. The Lawn Event season grew out of a Sunday afternoon tradition begun by the Anderson family, who would open the doors to the Carriage House so that the general public…
- Newbury Street, Boston
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
Whether you’re shopping, dining out, or just going for a walk, pedestrian-only days on Newbury Street are a Boston summer staple. Newbury Street is a mile-long, eight block stretch of shops, salons, galleries and restaurants. This famous Boston street becomes a pedestrian-only…
Enjoy an oyster filled day at Bow Market hosted by Bluefin, featuring multiple raw bars, food & drink specials around the market, pop-ups, and more!! Event Details: Enjoy delectable raw bars around the Bow Market courtyard that will be offering three varieties of oysters…
Concerts
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- Kresge Auditorium
Get ready for best encore ever, as the renowned MIT Summer Philharmonic Orchestra returns for its 25th season! Sponsored by MIT Professional Education, which has served technical professionals globally for over 75 years, this year’s event will feature inspiring music from Arturo…
Following a teaser on socials that ignited fervent excitement among fans, the legendary groups XSCAPE and SWV have reunited for The Queens of R&B Tour with support from Total and 702. The Queens Of R&B Tour is a testament to the power of what can be accomplished when…
- Suffolk Downs
Faye Webster loves the feeling of a first take: writing a song, then heading to the studio with her band to track it live the very next day. When you listen to the 25-year-old Atlanta songwriter’s poised and plainspoken albums, you can hear why: she channels emotions that are so…
Don't miss Kidz Bop Live 2024 at Leader Bank Pavilion on July 27!
Join us at Royale's as Tinariwen electrifies traditional Tuareg melodies with edgy blues, rock, Berber, and Arabic influences, producing a gritty, hypnotic sound, featuring an opening performance by BASIC.
- New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall
Join the Boston Festival Orchestra for an unforgettable Summer Stage grand finale. This enchanting afternoon of storytelling begins with the BFO's own pianist, Ruoting Li, as soloist, bringing to life Qigang Chen’s Franco-Chinese masterpiece Er Huang. The orchestra then takes…
Join us at Leader Bank Pavilion for Two Door Cinema Club on July 28!
Theater & Dance
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- Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
King Leontes of Sicilia falsely accuses his wife, Hermione, of infidelity with his best friend, the King of Bohemia. Inflamed by jealousy and convinced that he is right, Leontes’ torment causes a storm of loss. Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale is a captivating parable of…
- Plaza Theatre
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
“The Lemurian Experience” is an exciting adventure into the mystical world of Lemuria, where magical stories and captivating music uncover the secrets and hidden connections of an ancient land.Dive into “The Lemurian Experience,” a musical adventure that brings the ancient…
- Emerson Colonial Theatre
- Recurring daily
From computer engineer to Mrs. Florida to billionairess, Jackie Siegel sees herself as the embodiment of the American Dream. Now, as the wife of David "The Timeshare King" Siegel and mother of their eight children, she invites us to behold their most grandiose venture yet…
- The Strand Theater
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Join us at The Strand Theater for a captivating performance that celebrates the rich history and cultural significance of hoop earrings. Hoop earrings are way more than just an accessory. They represent family, resilience, and self-expression. They represent the freedom to shine…
- Agganis Arena at Boston University
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
An exciting Cirque du Soleil experience, OVO is a colorful intrusion into a new day in the life of insects; a non-stop riot of energy and movement. Through show-stopping acrobatics highlighting the unique personalities and abilities of selected insect species, OVO explores the…
- Club Cafe
Remember the Ladies! Buckle up for a whirlwind ride through American history as seen through the eyes of the women of the White House. From Martha to Melania and everyone in between, this wise and witty political farce breaks the musty mold of two-party politics and puts the…
Museums & Exhibitions
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- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Recurring daily
The outlandish and iconoclastic artist Salvador Dalí (1904–1989) is famous for his bizarre imagery and distinctive Surrealist vision. He was, however, also deeply rooted in tradition. Dalí studied, emulated, and indeed revered his European predecessors from centuries past…
- Harvard Museum of Natural History
- Recurring daily
Embark on a daring voyage into the depths of human imagination at the Harvard Museum of Natural History’s new exhibition, Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination. Featuring ancient mariners' maps, literature, works of art, and natural history specimens, this exhibit…
- Institute of Contemporary Art
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
Join us for an immersive hands-on art-making experience and create physical artifacts that hold memories, manifestations, and movements of and toward collective care. Boston artist Sabrina Dorsainvil transforms the ICA Bank of America Art Lab into a space for visitors to make art…
Family Friendly
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Join us at DICK'S House of Sport Boston on Saturday, July 27 for House of Sport FUN-damentals. Learn the basics of our sporting experiences from our expert coaches and grow your skillset along the way! *This event is for ages 6-12* Details: Participants will be split up into…
- Prudential Center's South Garden
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Enjoy free outdoor movies on Prudential Center’s South Garden every Saturday starting on July 13th. Grab a blanket, some treats from our onsite eateries, and enjoy children’s entertainment starting at 6 PM. From classics to recent blockbusters, the movie selection is curated to…
- Boston Harbor City Cruises
- Recurring daily
Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine creatures. You’ll have a good chance to view several different species of large whales…
- Long Wharf
- Recurring daily
Get ready for more thrills, more laughs, and more speed than you ever imagined as you zip across the ocean at up to 40 miles per hour. The wind roars. The music blares. And the waves will splash during a wet and wild 40-minute ride of full blast, sensational fun. Codzilla runs on…
- Boston Public Garden
- Recurring daily
Embark on a uniquely Boston experience with a Swan Boat ride in the Public Garden. Nestled in the heart of the city, the Swan Boats have been enchanting visitors since their opening in 1877, preserving a glimpse of Boston's rich history while offering a serene escape from the…
- LEGO® Discovery Center Boston
- Recurring daily
Meet Mateo and Z-Blob from LEGO Dreamzzz and defend the dream world in the limited time event happening June 15th - July 31st, 2024! The Never Witch is stealing memories, and families can become Night Agents to stop her! - Search MINIWORLD for the dream clouds to crack Mr. Oz's…
- Institute of Contemporary Art
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
In summer 2018, the ICA opened the ICA Watershed in East Boston. Located in the Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina, the ICA Watershed transformed a 15,000-square-foot, formerly condemned space into a vast and welcoming space to see and experience large-scale art. The 2024 season…
- Rose Kennedy Greenway
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
We look forward to welcoming you at the Greenway Carousel at The Tiffany & Co. Foundation Grove on The Greenway. Take a spin on one of our native New England carousel creatures, located in the heart of downtown Boston. This is the only carousel of its kind. The hand-carved…
Boston is full of fun for the entire family that will prevent you from hearing those dreaded words “I’m Bored".
Pop-Ups/ Markets
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- Seaport
- Recurring daily
The Current, a pop-up village located on Seaport Boulevard, hosts a seasonally rotating selection of pop-up shops and the latest businesses are opening this Thursday, February 1 st . The village is home to an ever-evolving lineup of brands and businesses that spin the concept of…
- Copley Square
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Friday
Copley Square is one of the largest farmers markets in Massachusetts. As a key Boston tourist destination, this market services Boston residents, urban professionals and visitors to New England. The market is operated by the Massachusetts Federation of Farmers Markets, a 501 (c)…
- Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID)
- Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday
The Downtown Boston Arts Market delights the public with a great variety of local artisans. Every Thursday and Friday from 11 am to 5 pm, the public is invited to Summer Street Plaza to browse small businesses offering handcrafted products in the vibrant pedestrian zone in…
- Hanover St.
- Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Visit Haymarket, the oldest open-air market in America, on Hanover Street to purchase fresh and affordable fruit, produce, meat, seafood, and dairy. Make the most of your shopping trip and stop by the Boston Public Market and Faneuil Hall Quincy Market just a few minutes away…
- SoWa Art + Design District
- Recurring weekly on Sunday
The SoWa Open Market is one of the largest open-air farmer and artist markets in Boston. With a variety of regional and local vendors, plus food + beverage trucks, nestled among artist studios, galleries, and retail shops on the pedestrian-only Thayer Street, the SoWa (South of…
Beer & Wine Gardens
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- Park 9 Dog Bar
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
New England’s first and only indoor dog park and bar, is bringing the popular dog-friendly space outdoors to The Station in Boston’s bustling Fenway neighborhood. In collaboration with Samuels & Associates, the summertime Park-9 at The Station pop-up will provide a clean and…
- New England Aquarium
- Recurring daily
Dockside, an outdoor beer garden that is open to the public and located in front of the Aquarium, features Cisco and Kona beer alongside barbecue favorites such as ribs, pulled chicken and pork, and burgers, as well as a variety of salads and sides.
- Eataly Boston
- Recurring daily
Savor the essence of Italy under the summer sky this season at IL Patio Di Eataly! Located on Boylston Plaza, this open-air haven transforms into a charming European-style piazza come summertime, perfect for gathering with friends and family. Indulge in authentic Italian cuisine…
- Harpoon Brewery
- Recurring daily
Located at the front entrance of the popular Harpoon Beer Hall location in the Seaport, Outdoors @ Harpoon is now open for the season through early Fall. Visitors can enjoy Harpoon’s cold draft beer while playing Cornhole, Ring Toss and more. All food and beverage options…
- Seaport
- Recurring daily
Cisco Brewers Seaport is located just a block down Seaport Boulevard, near The Current and Mejuri. Cisco Brewers is bringing a slice of Nantucket to Boston with its seventh season in Seaport featuring its award-winning craft beer and wine, and more. The outdoor beer garden…
- The Anchor Boston
- Recurring daily
The Anchor Navy Yard is now open for the 2024 season! The Anchor is Boston’s only award-winning multi-story public gathering space, performing and visual arts venue, open-air wine and beer garden and special event setting. The beer garden offers a curated collection of local and…
- Rose Kennedy Greenway
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
We are delighted to announce that Trillium Garden on The Greenway will open for another season! Trillium’s drink offerings will be paired with some incredible partners from our 2024 Food Truck Program. Trillium Garden on The Greenway is located at the corner of High Street and…
- Charles Hotel, Harvard Square
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Come to The newest addition to the Charles Hotel, a casual and "come as you are" bar! The special Garden Bar menu will feature favorites from Taqueria El Barrio’s full menu, including Pollo, Birria, Carnitas, and Veggie tacos, all served with their signature homemade ‘Mi Tierra'…
Also Happening This Weekend
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Dine Out Boston Returns August 2024
Participating restaurants offer special prix fixe lunch & dinner menus from August 4-17, 2024.
Free Outdoor Salsa Lessons
Summer nights in Boston come alive this summer with free outdoor salsa socials. Discover where to dance under the stars in Boston.
Free Outdoor Movies
Gather your family and friends and enjoy a free movie under the summer sky this season.
