Summer Bucket List
From catching music's biggest stars to nights spent under the stars, unforgettable experiences are just a trip to Boston away. Discover your ultimate summer bucket list.
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In Boston, our differences bring us together—literally. Here, music, food, sports, history, art, and the coastline cater to every conceivable summer itinerary. And it's all walkable.
You can visit the world's oldest family-owned jazz club one night, take a sunset sail the next, and spend your days taking in the unique summer vibe of 23 neighborhoods.
When it comes to summer vacations, we want different things - which makes Boston the one choice we can all agree on.
From catching music's biggest stars to nights spent under the stars, unforgettable experiences are just a trip to Boston away. Discover your ultimate summer bucket list.
Kick off your summer in Boston with these can't-miss events.
From award-winning fusion to family-style Italian, we're giving everyone exactly what they're looking for this summer.
Rock clubs. Neighborhood festivals. Stadium concerts. You can't beat the beat of Boston this summer.
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The polls are in, and new experiences are a top priority for 2024. Luckily, Boston always has something going on.
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More than 50 performances across 4 outdoor stages, the best food in Boston, 100 foot Ferris wheel, art installations, life-size…
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Picture this: a brave athlete stands tall on the edge of a Institute of Contemporary Art, water crashing below, wind whipping…
Join us for our annual Pride Night at Fenway Park on Tuesday, June 11. Ticket holders who purchase through this special offer will…
The Embrace Ideas Festival is a yearly celebration of ideas grounded in arts, culture and public scholarship. This multi-day…
Join us at our annual Puerto Rican Festival Cultural Pageant at Florian Hall where we'll crown this year's Miss Puerto Rico! The…
Sarah McLachlan is back and coming to Boston on June 22! Catch the Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary Tour with special…
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The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held July 27 and 28 at Franklin Park! Come immerse yourself in our rich…
The annual Boston Puerto Rican Parade returns on Sunday, July 28, 2024! The parade route will start at Cedar Street in Roxbury, MA…
Come face-to-face with an ice-breathing dragon and more fantastical creatures in a frozen mythical land. Explore ancient Egypt…
Experience Shrek The Musical at Emerson Colonial Theatre from September 13-15, 2024! “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre…
Experience Spider-man Live in Concert at Emerson Colonial Theatre on September 21, 2024! Building on the success of the sold-out…
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Nothing pairs better with warm weather than an outdoor beer garden. Discover where to grab a drink this summer.
Embark on a dinner cruise in the harbor, celebrate on a party boat, enjoy a pedal-powered Swan Boat ride in the Public Garden, or…
There’s something about dining al fresco – does the food really taste better? Explore Boston's best sidewalk, patio, and rooftop…
Nestled among the treasures of Boston and Cambridge, the Charles River provides a natural oasis for you to explore. Discover our…
There's nothing like fresh, local ingredients! Check out our list of the top 10 farmers markets to visit in Boston.
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Boston was made for trips with your best friend - discover our top pet-friendly activities.
Relax on the Boston Common and Public Garden, discover the Kelleher Rose Garden in the Back Bay Fens, escape to the Boston Harbor…
This Memorial Day weekend, the annual three-day music festival showcases more than 50 performances across multiple…
Throughout June, celebrate the multi-faceted expressions of LGBTQ culture.
Commemorate by visiting civic landmarks and attending celebrations in and around Boston.