Drop, Shop, Stay & Play
Leaves are turning and students returning, ushering in one of the most magical times on the Boston calendar. Fall for Boston like never before this autumn!
For parents dropping off, we encourage you to shop, stay and play! Explore your kids' new homes as you immerse in the exciting and unique seasonal offerings that make New England's gateway city a most spectacular autumnal experience.
From performing arts to vibrant festivals, iconic sporting events, pumpkin patches and apple picking, fall in Boston has lots on tap, and Oktoberfest celebrations are just the beginning. So don't just drop off - stay and play!
Overnight Getaways
Fall Packages
Extend your Fall in Boston experience! Make it an overnight with these Fall getaway packages from participating hotels.
Where to Stay
Boston, Cambridge and Greater Boston offer a wide selection of accommodations to meet your needs and tastes.
Sports & Recreational Events
Encore Boston Harbor
Indulge in the excitement of our stunning Boston casino. Immerse in the tranquility of our luxurious...
Plainridge Park Casino - Now Open
Plainridge Park Casino has reopened! We're open 24/7. SOCIAL DISTANCING Casino Hours: 24/7 We will...
Patio Opening with Go Golf
We’re swinging into patio season in style with Go Golf Mobile Golf Simulator! Come join us on our...
Snowbound Expo - The Boston Ski And Snowboard Show
This is the biggest community meet-up of the year and perfectly timed for snow sport lovers that are...
2023 Army vs. Navy
Gillette Stadium will host the 2023 Army Navy Game Presented by USAA for the first time on Dec. 9,...
The Boston Run Show
We bring together inspirational speakers, the latest gear, cutting-edge technology, expert coaches,...
Fall Festivals
From artisan markets to farmers markets, food festivals and cultural celebrations, there is ample opportunity to experience locally sourced, and locally organized, events that showcase the best of Boston’s creative economy.
Highlights include Soulful Bliss happening on Spectacle Island September 18; Boston Harbor Now has joined AfroDesiaCity to organize an artistic festival featuring local talent and an array of genres that collectively evoke a soulful experience while advocating for the arts. Savor the Square continues in Roxbury’s Nubian Square on September 18 and October 16. And across the river in Cambridge, the Dance for World Community, organized by the Jose Matteo Dance Ballet Theatre, takes place on Mass. Ave on September 25.
SoWa First Friday
On the First Friday of every month, the artists, galleries, shops and showrooms of the SoWa Art +...
SoWa First Friday
APRIL IS ALIVE WITH ART. There is only one 450 Harrison Ave. April and art are known for color and...
127TH BOSTON MARATHON
Boston - The marathon that all other marathons are measured by. This isn’t only the world’s oldest,...
Duckling Day
A beloved tradition for more than 30 years, Duckling Day celebrates the children’s classic book,...
Lilac Sunday
Experience the springtime bloom of our renowned collection of nearly 400 lilacs. Visit for tours...
Levitate Music and Arts Festival 2023
Levitate's signature summertime celebration of music and art that brings the Levitate community...
Snowbound Expo - The Boston Ski And Snowboard Show
This is the biggest community meet-up of the year and perfectly timed for snow sport lovers that are...
The Boston Run Show
We bring together inspirational speakers, the latest gear, cutting-edge technology, expert coaches,...
FOODIE FUN
There’s something about dining al fresco – does the food really taste better? Or are we just so happy to be outside in the fresh air? Regardless, sidewalk, patio and roof top dining beckons all – all season long.
Brews & Beer Gardens
Breweries and Beer Gardens are open for outdoor seating so you can safely enjoy your favorite brews. Check out some of the top places open now.
Food, Beer & Wine Events
Encore Boston Harbor
Indulge in the excitement of our stunning Boston casino. Immerse in the tranquility of our luxurious...
Food Trucks - The Rose Kennedy Greenway
There's no better sign of spring in Boston than our Greenway Food Truck Program! Many of our food...
Fratelli Rush Hour - Four Course Meal
Skip the traffic and spend rush hour at Fratelli with a four-course meal from 4–6 p.m. every...
HARVARD SQUARE CAMBRIDGE CHOCOLATE TOUR
Calling all chocoholics! Let us romance your senses on a Harvard Square, Cambridge Chocolate Tour!...
Quincy Market - Fall Hours
Looking for a quick bite? Then head over to Quincy Market for a wide variety of foods and desserts....
Shop Latinx-owned Restaurants & Businesses
La Mamma Pizza, Pasta & More https://www.lamammaspizza.com/ (617) 783-1661 190A Brighton Ave...
The Rare Experience: Three-Course Tasting menu
Every Wednesday from 5–7 p.m., enjoy a three-course tasting menu for $75 per guest. The menu...
Samuel Adams Boston Brewery Tours
Tour Experiences are back! At this time, please note that our Tour Experience availability is...
'STORIES OF HARVARD SQUARE' CAMBRIDGE FOOD TOUR
Walk the cobblestone streets of Harvard Square, weaving through delicious spots both historic and...
Union Square Somerville Food Tour
Join us for a fun foodie adventure in Somerville’s bustling Union Square neighborhood. This unique...
CENTRAL SQUARE CAMBRIDGE FOOD AND MURAL ARTS TOUR
Have fun and unleash your inner art and food critic while exploring Central Square, Cambridge with...
Patio Opening with Go Golf
We’re swinging into patio season in style with Go Golf Mobile Golf Simulator! Come join us on our...
The Patriots® Sunday Menu
Every Sunday enjoy a special four-course menu curated for the Patriots ® fans, including the...
Lunch & Learn: Wampanoag Art for the Ages Book Discussion and Signing
About the Program: “Wampanoag Art for the Ages, Traditional and Transitional” is a compilation of...
Explore the Outdoors in Boston
Get outside in Boston, one of America’s great walking cities where the historic port, beautiful waterways, elaborate bike...
Outdoor Arts in Boston
Explore Boston's outdoor art scene on your next socially distanced walk around the city! Boston is filled with incredible art...
60 Things to Do and See in Boston this Fall
Fall in Boston is always unique. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a lifelong...
The Somerville Squares
Just north of Boston exists a dynamic string of neighborhoods full of hidden gems....
Pet-Friendly Activities in Boston
Explore these dog-friendly things to do in Boston: VISIT BOSTON COMMON Did you know...
Boston's Famous Landmarks
Boston, Massachusetts is home to an unrivaled array of famous landmarks and...
Performing Arts
Boston's cultural calendar is bouncing back with contemporary and classic plays, musicals, classical masterworks, jazz performances, rock concerts, and much more.
The Plainridge Park Casino Fenway Concert Series features Maroon 5 on September 12, and culminating with the Jonas Brothers in the fall on October 1.
Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group is comedy, theater, rock concert and dance party all rolled into one. This wildly...
HEARBY.COM | DAILY LIVE MUSIC LISTINGS
If you're a passionate live music fan, Hearby.com ensures you don't miss a beat on new scenes and...
Jill Scott - Who is Jill Scott? Tour
Legendary singer Jill Scott will perform live at MGM Music Hall at Fenway Park on March 29 at...
STAVE SESSIONS: Sō Percussion and Shodekeh
The adventurous percussion group Sō Percussion is joined by groundbreaking beatboxer Dominic...
Fatma Said, soprano and Rafael Aguirre, guitar
Egyptian soprano Fatma Said, making her United States recital debut, and Spanish guitarist Rafael...
Into the Woods
Careful what you wish for in this timeless, Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim. Putting...
STAVE SESSIONS: Wild Up
Los Angeles-based ensemble Wild Up creates mind-bending and theatrical contemporary music...
BACH EASTER ORATORIO
You’re invited to Bach’s Easter Oratorio. This awe-inspiring music evokes a powerful gamut of...
Boston Conservatory Brass Ensemble
In collaboration with the New World Chorale and Organist Mitchell Crawford, Boston Conservatory...
Career Jam Concert: The Award Show
Berklee’s Career Jam culminates in the first-ever Career Jam Award Show, highlighting talent from...
STAVE SESSIONS: Yasmin Williams
Yasmin Williams is an acoustic fingerstyle guitarist with an unorthodox, modern style of playing....
An Early Music Concert - Stabat Mater, G. B. Pergolesi
An Early Music Concert of Pergolesi's Stabat Matter by mezzo-soprano Vanessa Moya, soprano Lucia...
STAVE SESSIONS: Craig Taborn
Audiences know pianist Craig Taborn for his versatility as a leader, a soloist, and a sideman in...
Twiddle - Distance Makes The Heart Tour
Join us at House of Blues for Twiddle - Distance Makes The Heart Tour!
Young at Heart: A Musical Look at Curiosity, Creativity and Courage
From Beethoven to Carlos Simon, this family-friendly program explores the journeys of major...
12th Annual Arlington Jazz Festival: The John Patitucci Trio
Join us for the 12th Annual Arlington Jazz Festival featuring The John Patitucci Trio The...
David Sedaris
David Sedaris has shared his life with us and made us laugh for decades. From the absurdist...
Ville Valo - Neon Noir Tour
Former HIM frontman Ville Valo has announced a gigantic U.S. tour in early 2023 to support his next...
Tennis - Pollen Tour
Indie duo Tennis will be touring extensively across North America in early 2023 to promote their...
Joshua Bell, violin and Daniil Trifonov, piano
Joshua Bell and Daniil Trifonov, two of the most brilliant and awarded artists in classical music,...
Rock 'n' Roll Circus featuring Jon Butcher and James Montgomery
Legendary New England Blues Artist JAMES MONTGOMERY brings a ROCK n' ROLL CIRCUS to town for 1-Night...
Masked Wolf - Nothings Free World Tour
Aussie wordsmith Masked Wolf has announced an epic world tour in 2023 supporting his debut album...
Boston Conservatory Conductors Orchestra
Boston Conservatory Conductors Orchestra presents its spring semester performance, a varied program...
Ella Mai - Heart on My Sleeve Tour
British vocalist Ella Mai has announced an early 2023 tour across North America supporting her new...
Our Journey
Journey to new depths with two insightful contemporary works that reflect our curiosity about the...
Earl Lee conducts Chin, Mozart, and Schumann with Eric Lu, piano
BSO Assistant Conductor Earl Lee, making his full-program Symphony Hall debut, is joined by...
Elita
Growing up in Cupids, Newfoundland, a town of less than 800 people, Elita spent most of her...
SISTER ACT
After witnessing a murder, free spirited, disco diva Deloris Van Cartier finds herself in protective...
The Wiz
A beloved Broadway gem, The Wiz offers a dazzling mix of rock, gospel and soul music. This timeless...
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