PRIDE IS BACK!📢🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Boston Pride For The People is excited to announce the return of a Pride Month celebration in Boston on Saturday, June 14th, 2025. The celebration will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, parade, festival, and block party! Boston Pride For The People…
Calling you to Charlestown! The Bunker Hill Block Party is happening Saturday, June 14 from 12–4PM at Monument Square and the Training Field! We’re celebrating 250 years since the Battle of Bunker Hill with: • Live music all day • Irish dance performances • Food trucks…
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…
The Bunker Hill Parade commemorates The Battle of Bunker Hill, The Armed Services, and the Essence of American Heritage while celebrating the historic neighborhood of Charlestown. One of the longest-standing parades in the United States, this event serves as a bridge between…
Get ready to celebrate love and diversity at the Annual JP Community LGBTQ+ Pride Block Party! This year's event is sponsored by our local Sam Adams Brewery, and will feature live performances by Artist TBA, and drag performances by Local Queens TBA. Don't miss out on the fun…
Spend a Sunday afternoon at 450 Harrison Ave, and meet the artists directly. Family friendly and free event. Plenty of parking is available. SoWa Artists Guild Facebook/SoWa Artists Guild Instagram/SoWa Artists Guild
The 250th Anniversary Reenactment of The Battle of Bunker Hills aims to accurately portray the events and faithfully represent the people involved in the conflict of June 17, 1775. Our mission is to celebrate and commemorate the actions and sacrifices of the men and women of all…
This year's Boston Pizza Festival has free entry! Try as many pizzas as you can: Get out there and try some new slices from each pizzeria - you're sure to find something delicious! Pizza stands will be accepting pizza slice tickets that can be purchased online or at the event. We…
The annual festival showcases food, arts, crafts, immersive art experiences and multiple stages of live music, dance, poetry and theater!
Join us on Saturday, June 21, 2025 for a Juneteenth Celebration at Franklin Park! Enjoy picnics, barbecues, music, dancing and more at the Shattuck Picnic Grove and all over the park.
Celebrate National Caribbean American Month with an afternoon of live steel pan music and Caribbean cultural vibes! Enjoy performances by the Tempo International Steel Orchestra, the Cambridge Youth Steel Orchestra (CYSO), and special guest Keeme Tajudeen from Berklee College of…
Revere Beach Pride will happen rain or shine! Join our LGBTQ+ community, friends, allys, and thousands of supporters for the 4th Annual Revere Beach Pride Celebration on Sunday, June 29th from 1:00PM-7:00PM! This free event offers something for everyone: -Live DJ & -Music…
Happening from July 2 - 4, 2025, 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…
The Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular is returning for 2025! Keith Lockhart will lead a program featuring the Boston Pops orchestra with international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer LeAnn Rimes, Broadway, film and television star Leslie Odom Jr., and the iconic Hip-Hop…
On the First Friday of every month, the artists, galleries, shops and showrooms of the SoWa Art + Design District in the South End open their doors to the public for an evening of art, culture and inspiration. Meet the artists in their element, view the latest gallery…
The Charles River Jazz Festival is back for our 5th Annual entertainment extravaganza! Join us on July 12, 2025 at Herter Park Amphitheater (1175 Soldiers Field Rd) starting at 12:00 pm FREE, family-friendly event featuring local art & food vendors, ice cold beverages, arts…
The 2025 Boston Open Streets dates have been announced! During Open Streets events, neighborhood streets are closed to vehicular traffic to create room for community and play. The events allow local businesses to expand into the street, and to safely make space for music, games…
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…
¡Wepa! Ready to dance salsa like never before? New England’s longest-running Latino cultural festival is BACK on Saturday, July 19th from 1 PM to 9 PM at Plaza Betances. Join us to celebrate over 50 years of community, music, y muchas cosas buenas! The 52nd Annual Festival…
The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held July 26 and 27, 2025 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…
The 10th annual Cambridge Jazz Festival will be held at Danehy Park on the afternoons of Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27, 2025. The festival, which is organized by the Cambridge Jazz Foundation with support from Cambridge Arts, is free for all to attend! The Jazz Festival…
The annual Boston Puerto Rican Parade returns on Sunday, July 27, 2025! Watch antique vehicles, club cars, and dance groups parade the streets on Boston in celebration of Puerto Rican heritage. The parade route begins at 1318 Columbus Ave. and ends at 1 Pierpont Rd. The Boston…
Join us during the first weekend of August to kick off the Feast season in Boston's North End with The Saint Agrippina di Mineo Feast, one of Boston's most cherished and time-honored Italian festivals. This multi-day event venerates Saint Agrippina di Mineo, a beautiful blonde…
We’re excited to announce that the 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social Family Day Rodeo is officially saddled up and riding into town! We’re servin’ up scoops and spurs, cowboy boots and Boston roots! Join us for a wild ride of live entertainment, local eats, and sweet treats at the 3rd…
Get ready for two days of music, culture, food, and community as the African Festival of Boston (AFOB) returns from August 16-17, 2025, on Boston Common. Join us for a massive multi-cultural celebration featuring the best of the African Arts and Culture. Experience the rhythms of…
Each year, the people of the North End invite you to celebrate with them as they honor their patrons, Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy, with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment, and an abundance of great Italian and American food. What began in…
The Boston Arts Festival is Boston's only fine arts and live music festival that exclusively celebrates Boston-area talent. Affectionately dubbed ähts , this Family-friendly and always free event connects you with artists and craftspeople who are there to share a wide variety of…
Join Cambridge Carnival International Inc. on Sunday, September 7, 2025, for a vibrant and immersive celebration of African and Caribbean culture! Experience the excitement of live music, dazzling costumes, dynamic dance performances, and an incredible selection of food and craft…
Boston Local Food Festival is an annual celebration of the bounty and diversity of our local and regional foods. With nearly 100 farms, food vendors, activities, informational booths, cooking demonstrations, and more, there is something for the whole family! This event is a…
Join us at the Allston Village Street Fair, a multicultural festival celebrating the rich diversity of Allston-Brighton residents, as well as residents in the surrounding neighborhoods of Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and surrounding New England Areas. The Allston Village Street…
The Boston Fire Museum houses some of the oldest devices used to fight fires in Boston. In addition to buckets, trumpets, and fire grenades, you will also see some of the earliest examples of fire engines – some dating back to 1793. Tour Availability: Saturday Saturday…
The BU Art Galleries host a variety of ongoing exhibitions in three locations on the University campus focused on national and regional artistic endeavors. Tours Availability: Tuesday – Sunday (closed on holidays recognized by the school) Gallery Hours: 11 pm - 5 pm
The Bunker Hill Museum’s exhibits and dioramas tell the stories of the Battle of Bunker Hill, the construction of the Monument, and the history of the Charlestown Neighborhood. The museum is housed in the old Charlestown branch of the Boston Public Library. Guests can request…
The Commonwealth Museum brings history alive through exhibits and educational programs. Changing exhibits interpret artifacts and documents that illuminate Massachusetts history. The exhibits featured are typically focused on the work and words of men like John Hancock, Samuel…
Founded in 1791, the Massachusetts Historical Society is the nation's oldest historical society. The collections bring alive the stories of America's past through a series of changing exhibitions and public programs that are free to the public. Availability: Monday…
McMullen Museum exhibitions, more than ninety over three decades, comprise works loaned from institutions and collectors around the world. Research-driven with the aim of generating new knowledge on subjects relating to all areas of art history, exhibitions are curated by…
The MIT List Visual Arts Center offers visitors a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions in the galleries, as well as renowned permanent and public art collections located across the Institute making it an excellent location to discover unique artistic visions. Availability…
MOBA is the world's only museum dedicated to the collection, exhibition, and celebration of art that would not be welcomed to any traditional art museum. Our collection includes sincere art in which something has gone wrong in a way that results in a compelling, interesting…
Explore a remarkable collection of artworks that span the centuries and discover how it was assembled over seven decades. The Solomon Collection: Dürer to Degas and Beyond celebrates a significant recent bequest to the Harvard Art Museums from passionate collectors Arthur K. and…
Old Ironsides is one of the most famous ships in the history of the United States. Learn about the legacy of the USS Constitution ship, the world's oldest commissioned warship, at the USS Constitution Museum. The museum of this historic vessel is open to the public for free…
The Waterworks Museum interprets unique stories of the country's first metropolitan water system through exhibitions and educational programs on engineering, architecture, social history, and public health. Located along the Chestnut Hill reservoir, the Waterworks Museum…
The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy today announced the commission and upcoming installation of the next Dewey Square mural from artist Jeffrey Gibson next month. Gibson, a member of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians and of Cherokee descent, is celebrated globally for his…
The State House Art Collection commemorates significant historical events, and pays tribute to government leaders and private citizens who have helped shape the course of the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts State House Art Collection dates back to the eighteenth century and is…
Take a free tour of the Massachusetts State House! Tours are offered by the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office and are led by knowledgeable guides. Tours include visits to the Senate and House chambers, the State Library and many other historic areas of the building. Access…
The Paul S. Russell, MD Museum of Medical History and Innovation tells the rich story of Massachusetts General Hospital's two centuries of history. Visit us to learn about the hospital's important contributions to the medical field and see how these discoveries and advancements…
This astronomical observatory owned and operated by Boston University. It's located on the roof of the College of Arts & Sciences and offers free public hours on Wednesday nights. • Although it won’t cost you a dime, you do need to obtain tickets ahead of time because there…
The ICA is free for all visitors every Thursday from 5 to 9 PM. Tickets for Free Thursday Nights will be available at icaboston.org/tickets at 10 AM on that Thursday morning. Beginning May 29, in line with the latest guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and…
Looking to slow down and relax? Take a break from the everyday during Slow Art Thursdays. Go at your own pace with self-directed gallery activities and multisensory exploration. Ticketing Notice This event is free with advance registration. MAAM may accommodate unregistered…
On the First Friday of every month, the artists, galleries, shops and showrooms of the SoWa Art + Design District in the South End open their doors to the public for an evening of art, culture and inspiration. Meet the artists in their element, view the latest gallery…
Free every day (open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–5pm) and just steps away from Harvard Square, the Harvard Art Museums welcome visitors from around the corner and around the world to enjoy one of the largest and most renowned art collections in North America. Masterpieces from…
The mission of the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture is to foster curiosity and a spirit of discovery in visitors of all ages, enhancing public understanding of and appreciation for the natural world, science, and human cultures. The Harvard Museums of Science…
The 2025 season of The Lawn on D has begun! We have BIG events on tap all season that you won’t want to miss, along with live music and tasty eats and drinks from our kitchen & bar. Gates are regularly open 7 am - 11 pm Monday through Saturday and 7 am - 10:30 pm on Sunday…
The Bunker Hill Parade commemorates The Battle of Bunker Hill, The Armed Services, and the Essence of American Heritage while celebrating the historic neighborhood of Charlestown. One of the longest-standing parades in the United States, this event serves as a bridge between…
Gather your family and friends and get ready for some summer fun at Saltonstall Park, featuring lively live performances all season long! July 2: Classic Groove Led by Steve Tashjian, Classic Groove draws on the versatility of its members to perform a diverse repertoire that…
Join the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture on the longest day of the year—free of charge—to explore the galleries and new exhibitions at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, the Collection of Historical Scientific…
Join us on Saturday, June 21, 2025 for a Juneteenth Celebration at Franklin Park! Enjoy picnics, barbecues, music, dancing and more at the Shattuck Picnic Grove and all over the park.
Happening from July 2 - 4, 2025, 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…
Join Boston Landmarks Orchestra and community partners for a day of musical fun and games for the whole family! Explore instrument petting zoos, enjoy face painting, and celebrate the joy of music together—completely free and open to all.
We’re excited to announce that the 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social Family Day Rodeo is officially saddled up and riding into town! We’re servin’ up scoops and spurs, cowboy boots and Boston roots! Join us for a wild ride of live entertainment, local eats, and sweet treats at the 3rd…
Each year, the people of the North End invite you to celebrate with them as they honor their patrons, Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy, with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment, and an abundance of great Italian and American food. What began in…
The Boston Arts Festival is Boston's only fine arts and live music festival that exclusively celebrates Boston-area talent. Affectionately dubbed ähts , this Family-friendly and always free event connects you with artists and craftspeople who are there to share a wide variety of…
Join us at the Allston Village Street Fair, a multicultural festival celebrating the rich diversity of Allston-Brighton residents, as well as residents in the surrounding neighborhoods of Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and surrounding New England Areas. The Allston Village Street…
Great family event! Free and open to the public. New England Film Orchestra performs a lineup of film classics that spans decades. Bring a blanket or a chair!
Join us at the Boston Public Market for a live R&B performance by LaQuandra Seymore. Immerse yourself in this musical experience as you enjoy her captivating sound in the heart of Boston.
The Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular is returning for 2025! Keith Lockhart will lead a program featuring the Boston Pops orchestra with international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer LeAnn Rimes, Broadway, film and television star Leslie Odom Jr., and the iconic Hip-Hop…
The Charles River Jazz Festival is back for our 5th Annual entertainment extravaganza! Join us on July 12, 2025 at Herter Park Amphitheater (1175 Soldiers Field Rd) starting at 12:00 pm FREE, family-friendly event featuring local art & food vendors, ice cold beverages, arts…
Longwood Symphony Orchestra, the orchestra of Boston’s medical community, opens Landmarks’ 2025 concert series at the Hatch Shell, led by Music Director Jotaro Nakano.
In celebration of our 25th season, Best of Boston showcases some of Boston’s most celebrated composers of the past and present, including familiar music by Leonard Bernstein and John Williams, gems by Florence Price and John Harbison, and featuring the Hatch Shell premiere of Amy…
Prokofiev’s charming Peter and the Wolf has been enchanting audiences of all ages for almost a century, and it is the centerpiece of this program of musical storytelling.
Mercury Orchestra, led by Music Director Channing Yu, performs Respighi’s majestic Pines of Rome , and Finzi’spoignant cantata Intimations of Immortality .
Experience the glorious sounds of one of the world’s largest pipe organs at the Pipes on the Plaza organ concert at The Mother Church, featuring Alan Montgomery, interim Director of Music and Organist of the Riverside Church in New York. He will play a range of classical pieces…
Debussy’s evocative La Mer and other music depicting the sea and its creatures are featured in our latest collaboration with the New England Aquarium.
Beethoven and Revolution : Beethoven’s revolutionary “Eroica” symphony was born of the social and political turbulence following the American and French Revolutions, while Boston-based composer and “Sound Chemist” Val Jeanty draws on the cultural heritage of her native Haiti to…
Our 2025 season concludes with two of the greatest works of the late romantic period, the second suite from Ravel’s sensuous Daphnis and Chloe , and Mahler’s towering Symphony No. 1, both heard for the first time at the Hatch Shell.
After her father’s kingdom is seized by his power-hungry brother, Rosalind and her cousin Celia flee in disguise, seeking refuge in the Forest of Arden. There, they find new freedom and wisdom about love, family, community, and acceptance. Shakespeare’s lush romantic comedy As…
Join us at Athlete's Park for our outdoor movie nights this summer! Stroll through our Makers Market and enjoy pre-movie music, snacks, contents, and giveaways, and more before the movie begins. Check out this season's movie lineup below! SCHEDULE: May 22 at 8 PM: Mean Girls June…
Bring your blanket and favorite movie snacks and join us for FREE movie screenings at Urban Park roof garden. Each movie night will start at 6PM, weather permitting. We encourage attendees to visit our neighborhood restaurants and retailers for sips and snacks to enjoy during the…
Patriot Place invites you to Summer Flicks – a free outdoor movie series. Located outside Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel and Saga Hibachi Sushi & Bar throughout the summer. Join us for pre-show entertainment beginning at 7:00 PM. The films will begin at sunset…
Sink your toes in the sand while enjoying a film at Revere Beach Theatre Thursdays this season! Enjoy free entertainment from 6 to 8 pm before the movie begins at dusk. The screenings will take place across the street from Kelly’s Roast Beef or the William G. Reinstein Bandstand…
WBZ NewsRadio 1030 and the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) present the annual Free Friday Flicks, a movie series at DCR's Hatch Shell on the Esplanade in Boston! Free Friday Flicks is a summertime tradition in Boston, attracting thousands of moviegoers to enjoy…
Lights, camera, action! Prudential Center’s annual outdoor movie series is hosted in South Garden every Saturday evening from July 12th through August 23rd. From classics to recent blockbusters, the movie selections are curated to appeal to audiences of all ages and is free to…
Join us for a movie night under the stars. Free popcorn will be provided, while supplies last! SCHEDULE: May 9 at 7 PM: Reel Rock June 13 at 6 PM: Inside Out June 27 at 6 PM: Toy Story Stay tuned for more movie dates and titles.
Looking for a fun, family friendly activity this summer? Enjoy a movie night under the night sky with this popular series. The Park's Movie Nights are part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. Held in August, the shows begin at dusk. The series is…
Join us Tuesdays June 3 – June 24 at 5:30 PM for a complimentary outdoor workout class in South Garden powered by Life Time Prudential Center performers! Get a taste of Life Time’s signature class formats and learn more about the new athletic country club arriving this fall…
Join Boston-based painter Ashley Eisenman for a free watercolor workshop at Lyrik, every Wednesday from 4-7pm! Drawing inspiration from the world around her, Ashley will guide you in creating cheeky and irreverent pieces that add movement and fun to your artwork. The workshops…
Join us for free open-level Spanish informal conversation workshops. Bring a good vibe and a story or news to tell with these informal conversation opportunities guided by a talented BASE instructor. All levels welcome! Space is limited, and seats are reserved on a…
Join us for Spanish for Lunch! Free Open-level informal online conversation workshops at lunch time. >>>Los martes: del 13 de mayo al 23 de junio* De 12pm a 1 pm. All levels are welcome for these free informal Spanish conversation opportunities. Free admission, rsvp…
¡Viernes Felices! Free open-level Spanish informal conversation workshops. In-person. All levels welcome! Viernes, del 16 de mayo al 27 de junio* De 5pm a 6 pm Mándenos un correo confirmando su asistencia o inscríbase en nuestro evento ¡Viernes Felices! * Las fechas pueden estar…
Step into a morning of mindful movement, connection, and restoration. Pause & Thrive is Boston’s International Yoga Day celebration—an uplifting gathering for individuals, friends, families, and wellness professionals to tap into the generative power within. Together, we’ll…
Vengan a jugar con palabras en español. Compartan su vocabulario y aprendan. O solo vengan a conversar en español si no hay interés en jugar. La confirmación de asistencia es requerida. >>>>El martes 24 de junio de 2025 >>>>>>>De 6 pm a 7:30 pm…
This tour provides an opportunity to visit and interact with the spaces that influential Black women in Cambridge inhabited during the 19th century. These historical figures include Harriet Jacobs, Charlotte Hawkins Brown, Alberta V. Scott, Pauline Hopkins, Maria Baldwin, Mary…
In honor of the 20th Anniversary of the Boston Women’s Memorial, special recordings have been created for the statues of prominent women's rights advocates, enabling the statues to speak! This memorial, which is also one of the stops on the Boston Women's Heritage Trail…
Join us for a free tour of Quincy Market's history, geography, and architecture. The guided tour occurs on Saturdays at 11am. Meet your tour guide, Linda Perlman, in front of Starbucks at 8 North Market.
Join us for free tours of the original Romanesque church (The Mother Church Original, 1894) and the Byzantine-Renaissance extension (The Mother Church Extension, 1906), which houses one of the world’s largest pipe organs. Friday: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Saturday…
Take a free tour of the Massachusetts State House! Tours are offered by the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office and are led by knowledgeable guides. Tours include visits to the Senate and House chambers, the State Library and many other historic areas of the building. Access…
The Story of Boston told on the Freedom Trail from the beginnings of the City on a hill to the haunts of rebels and rascals who shaped modern Boston. A two-hour one-man show by an expert tour guide, witty, informative and engaging. The tour is on a gratuity's basis.
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