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Hammered Dulcimer Concert

Award-winning musician Dave Neiman plays jigs, reels, and Baroque and Renaissance tunes that Paul Revere and his family may have enjoyed.

July 18, 2026
Event Date2026-07-18T13:00:00 - 2026-07-18T15:00:00

Hosted at the Paul Revere House. 

July 18, 2026
Event Date2026-07-18T13:00:00 - 2026-07-18T15:00:00

Green Woodworking Demonstration

Learn about traditional green woodworking techniques!

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T13:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

Charles Thompson will demonstrate chair-making and green woodworking techniques. Using traditional hand tools, he will shape and assemble a three-legged stool. Green woodworking uses the inherent properties of freshly felled timber to make furniture that will last for generations.

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T13:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs

Enjoy musical selections played by itinerant musicians!

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T13:00:00 - 2026-07-04T15:00:00

In the guise of itinerant musicians, Al Petty & Deirdre Sweeney perform popular 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health” on the penny whistle, flute, fife, & other instruments.

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T13:00:00 - 2026-07-04T15:00:00

William Diamond Fife and Drum Corps

Enjoy musical selections played by members of the largest junior fife and drum corps in New England.

June 27, 2026
Event Date2026-06-27T13:00:00 - 2026-06-27T15:00:00
June 27, 2026
Event Date2026-06-27T13:00:00 - 2026-06-27T15:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - East Boston

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T12:00:00 - 2026-08-12T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. 

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: FacebookInstagram and Bluesky.

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T12:00:00 - 2026-08-12T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - Mission Hill

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

August 5, 2026
Event Date2026-08-05T12:00:00 - 2026-08-05T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. 

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: FacebookInstagram and Bluesky.

August 5, 2026
Event Date2026-08-05T12:00:00 - 2026-08-05T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - Charlestown

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T12:00:00 - 2026-07-29T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. 

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: FacebookInstagram and Bluesky.

July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T12:00:00 - 2026-07-29T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - West Roxbury

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

July 22, 2026
Event Date2026-07-22T12:00:00 - 2026-07-22T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. 

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: FacebookInstagram and Bluesky.

July 22, 2026
Event Date2026-07-22T12:00:00 - 2026-07-22T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - Roxbury

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

July 15, 2026
Event Date2026-07-15T12:00:00 - 2026-07-15T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. 

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: FacebookInstagram and Bluesky.

July 15, 2026
Event Date2026-07-15T12:00:00 - 2026-07-15T13:00:00

Mayor Wu's Watch Party: Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia

Cheer on your favorite team!

June 26, 2026
Event Date2026-06-26T19:30:00 - 2026-06-26T22:30:00

Join us at the Boston Common Parkman Bandstand to cheer on your favorite team! 

Mayor Wu is hosting 6 community watch parties to celebrate the world cup coming to Boston

June 26, 2026
Event Date2026-06-26T19:30:00 - 2026-06-26T22:30:00
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