Join the City of Boston at New Dia on June 22, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. for a dynamic panel and opportunities fair highlighting real cannabis career journeys, from the dispensary floor to leadership roles. Hear directly from budtenders, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals about how they got started, what it takes to grow in the field, and how you can get involved.

This event will also feature a job shadowing experience where participants can see firsthand what it’s like to work as a budtender in a licensed dispensary.

Whether you're curious about entering the cannabis industry or ready to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to connect, learn, and get inspired.

This is a 21+ event. Please bring a valid ID.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Share the creative joy in this themed parade for children with prizes and activities. More information to come about this year’s exciting celebration of the 250^th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill!

Join us for a vibrant celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month at Boston City Hall! The day will include a flag raising ceremony, Caribbean lunch, and our first-ever Caribbean Domino Tournament featuring teams from across the diaspora.

🗓️ Event Schedule

• 11:00 a.m. – Flag Raising Ceremony (City Hall Plaza)

• 12:00 p.m. – Caribbean Lunch & Cultural Celebration

• 1:30 p.m. – Player Check-In for Domino Tournament

• 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Domino Tournament (City Hall Courtyard)

🏆 About the Domino Tournament

Who’s Playing:

• Teams representing Caribbean Consulates General (rosters finalized after May 30)

• Boston community members with cultural ties to participating countries, forming teams through local networks

What to Expect:

• Island music, light refreshments, and plenty of good-natured rivalry

• Spectators of all ages welcome—no registration required!

How to Participate:

• Players:

  • If you are affiliated with a Caribbean Consulate, contact your Consul General by May 30 to be placed on a team.

  • Community members can email bianca.rose@boston.gov with "Domino Tournament" in the subject line to join an open roster.

• Spectators: Free and open to all—come enjoy the energy!

♿ Accessibility and Language Access

City Hall Courtyard is wheelchair-accessible. Interpretation in Spanish and Haitian Creole will be provided. To request additional accommodations, please contact bianca.rose@boston.gov by June 3.

Come share the rhythm, strategy, and pride of the Caribbean as we raise our flags and crown Boston’s inaugural domino champions!

The AfroBiz Pop-Up Market: Boston Hub is a vibrant, open-air celebration designed to uplift and showcase small Black- and African-descended businesses in Boston.

This is your opportunity to meet potential customers, connect with sponsors, small business suppliers, and fellow entrepreneurs — and even spark future partnerships.

Whether you're an artisan, food vendor, wellness coach, designer, or creative entrepreneur, you are welcome to bring your own table and chair, sell your products, and promote your amazing business to an engaged and supportive audience.

The event will include live music, storytelling, a cultural showcase, and will be livestreamed across social platforms to maximize your visibility beyond the event space.Free and open to all — come shop, connect, and celebrate culture and commerce in the heart of Boston!

Hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance, the Queer Artists Market brings a day of outdoor festivities and shopping to Downtown Crossing in partnership with The Queer Neighborhood Council. Visitors can browse a diverse selection of handmade art and goods from LGBTQIA+ vendors while also connecting with local advocacy organizations offering community resources and support services. The event features live music from Boston’s The Femmes, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere. At Summer Street Plaza @ Washington St. from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., this celebration of creativity and community is a must-visit. Rain date: June 1.

At the Fest we'll be fostering intergenerational visibility and support and creating opportunities for connection and shared experience. Adults, teens, and children are all warmly welcomed.

The Fest will feature:

⚡️ Creative Arts and Crafts: Engaging activities for all ages, fostering connection and self-expression.

💖 Community Resource Tables with information and support from local LGBTQIA2S+ organizations.

🍿 Snacks to enjoy while connecting with fellow attendees.

🌈 Sliding-Scale Family Portraits: Professional portraits capturing the unique essence of your family.

🛝 City Hall Plaza Playground: An outdoor space for kids and families to play and enjoy.

Join the City of Boston’s Office of Small Business for a Small Business Resource Fair on Thursday, May 8 at DotHouse Health in Fields Corner!

Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow your business, the Small Business Resource Fair  offers a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and speak directly with City of Boston departments that support small businesses every day.

📅 Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025

🕒 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

📍 Location: DotHouse Health, 1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA

This drop-in style resource fair will feature:

• One-on-one conversations with City staff
• Information on starting, building, and expanding a business in Boston
• Networking opportunities with other small business owners
• Light refreshments

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.

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In addition to a robust event calendar, Small Business Month will also feature videos on the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion social media channels spotlighting Office of Small Business staff, Main Streets Directors, and neighborhood businesses. Throughout the month, the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion will also share information about Small Business programs.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS