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Culture Class: A Seat at the Table

February 11, 2026
Event Date2026-02-11T19:00:00 - 2026-02-11T21:00:00

Join the Mayor's Office of Women’s Advancement and LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement for Culture Class: A Seat at the table, a mixer that blends academic insight with community celebration. The program features a lecture series designed to be accessible and engaging. To bridge the gap between the academy and the community, the space will be transformed into a vibrant marketplace featuring l, DJ Troy Frost, and curated food and beverage pairings The event will take place on Wednesday, February 11th, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at The Substation in Roslindale.

Doors open at 7:00 PM | Program starts at 7:15 PM

Please email bostonwomen@boston.gov if you need ADA seating, translation, interpretation or other accommodations.

Dress Code: Dress to Impress

Tickets

February 11, 2026
Event Date2026-02-11T19:00:00 - 2026-02-11T21:00:00

Truths Our Bodies Tell

An evening of original dance performances presented by Danza Orgánica, the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture, and the Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

February 7, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Tower Auditorium, MassArt
    621 Huntington Ave
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
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Event Date2026-02-07T19:00:00 - 2026-02-07T20:30:00

Truths Our Bodies Tell is an evening where movement carries memory. In this company concert, Danza Orgánica presents six original dance works drawing from our origins, our embodied landscapes, our dystopian realities, and the truths we carry forward.

Original choreography by: Claudia Varela, Marcel Santiago Marcelino, and Mar Parrilla.

Divised movement by: Juliet Salameh Oliver, and members of Danza Orgánica.

Artistic direction: Mar Parrilla

Truths Our Bodies Tell Flyer

February 7, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Tower Auditorium, MassArt
    621 Huntington Ave
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
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Event Date2026-02-07T19:00:00 - 2026-02-07T20:30:00

Boston Youth Poet Laureate Showcase 2026

An afternoon of poetry readings by Boston's best and brightest young poets where we'll announce Boston's next Youth Poet Laureate.

January 31, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • 700 Boylston Street
    Rabb Hall at the Boston Public Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-31T13:00:58 - 2026-01-31T15:00:58

The City of Boston is getting a new Youth Poet Laureate! Join us for a showcase at Boston Public Library's Rabb Hall featuring the 2026 finalists, and find out who will serve as the fourth Boston Youth Poet Laureate (BYPL).

What is the Boston Youth Poet Laureate program?

The BYPL is a writer and advocate who performs original works at civic events, brings poetry into schools and libraries, leads a special interest project, and works closely with Boston’s current Poet Laureate, Emmanuel Oppong-Yeboah, to strengthen the City’s literary community.

January 31, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • 700 Boylston Street
    Rabb Hall at the Boston Public Library
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-31T13:00:58 - 2026-01-31T15:00:58

Amulet Ribbon Cutting

Join us to welcome "Amulet" by Rhea Vedro to Boston City Hall Plaza.

December 19, 2025
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress St.
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
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    Downtown
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Event Date2025-12-19T12:00:00 - 2025-12-19T14:00:00

The artist, Rhea Vedro, stands in front of her newly-installed sculpture "Amulet"
"Amulet" by Rhea Vedro, 2025. Photo by Troy Wade, TellMe Studios.

Don't miss the ribbon cutting for Boston City Hall Plaza's newest public artwork! Meet the artist, learn about the process from design to installation, and mingle with fellow art-lovers. Light refreshments will be provided.

Learn more about the artwork.

Learn more about the artist.

December 19, 2025
  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion
    5 Congress St.
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
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Event Date2025-12-19T12:00:00 - 2025-12-19T14:00:00

A Revolutionary Concert: Paul Revere, The Man, the Myth, and the Legacy

November 13, 2025
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Converse Hall
    88 Tremont St
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    The Paul Revere House
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
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    Downtown
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  • Boston 250

Event Date2025-11-13T19:00:24 - 2025-11-13T20:30:24

Join the Paul Revere Memorial Association, Massachusetts Poet Laureate Regie Gibson, and Paul Revere for an engaging and immersive free program to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Midnight Ride. From the loyalist anthems of the Tories, to the fiery songs of the Revolutionaries, and original 19th century compositions written to further Revere’s legacy this program brings 18th and 19th century America to life through the music of the times. The evening will include performances by some of Boston’s finest musician

Blending rich narration, historical images, and live music, this program offers a fresh, moving, and insightful take on one of the Revolution’s most misunderstood heroes. Far more than just a messenger on horseback, Paul Revere was a devoted family man, a savvy businessman, and a respected civil servant. This special evening promises to be a powerful journey through sound and story, separating fact from folklore while painting a vivid portrait of one of America’s most iconic patriots.

Paul Revere's Ride March TwoStep with a drawing of Paul Revere on the horse and a home in the background as well as other men in colonial garb with muskets promoting a concert by E.T. Paull Music Company.

November 13, 2025
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Converse Hall
    88 Tremont St
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    The Paul Revere House
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
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  • Boston 250

Event Date2025-11-13T19:00:24 - 2025-11-13T20:30:24

Rock the Plaza

Wear your best Halloween costume and join Rock the Plaza for a free afternoon of music, empowerment, and fun celebrating women who rock and featuring two live bands.

October 26, 2025
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-26T13:00:35 - 2025-10-26T16:00:35

These Boston rock ‘n’ roll veterans have headlined Boston’s famous clubs and they’re still rocking strong. 🔥🎸

Put on your Halloween costume and join us for Rock the Plaza, a free afternoon of live music celebrating women who rock!

October 26, 2025
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-26T13:00:35 - 2025-10-26T16:00:35

The Blair Project

A Halloween party and FREE concert on City Hall Plaza highlighting creative women in the Greater Boston Area.

October 31, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-31T18:00:08 - 2025-10-31T23:00:08

This Halloween, meet us at City Hall Plaza for a FREE concert featuring an all-women line-up of DJs, artists and entertainers!

Don’t miss:

🔥 Live performances by @anyciaaaaaa@keiweifruit, and @mareko.xyz

🎧 DJ sets by @brandichanel_@childish.rayvino, and @djkendollaz

🍔 Heated food truck village

🕷️ Vendors curated by @select.markets

October 31, 2025
  • 6:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-31T18:00:08 - 2025-10-31T23:00:08

Color Flows Closing Block Party

Join us for the closing celebration of Color Flows on Winter Street – we’ll bring the music, you bring the vibes!

November 15, 2025
Event Date2025-11-15T15:00:02 - 2025-11-15T21:00:02

We’re throwing a block party to send off Color Flows on Winter Street with a celebration of the art, culture, and community that made it all possible. Come hang out with us from 3 - 9 p.m. on Saturday, November 15 to experience Winter Street transformed by music, activations, and more.


ABOUT COLOR FLOWS ON WINTER STREET

This fall, Winter Street is coming alive with Color Flows, a six-week, family-friendly street transformation that will create a vibrant, welcoming space within the heart of Downtown. Color Flows is part of the City of Boston’s broader effort to reimagine how our streets and pedestrian zones can be safer, more engaging, and more enjoyable for all.

November 15, 2025
Event Date2025-11-15T15:00:02 - 2025-11-15T21:00:02

"Support Structures" Closing Reception and Performance

Join us for the closing reception of "Support Structures" with a special performance by dancers MacKenzie LeTorré and Nora Stephens.

October 23, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
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Event Date2025-10-23T17:00:34 - 2025-10-23T19:00:34

Please join us for the Closing Reception of Kate Holcomb Hale’s solo exhibition "Support Structures." The event will start at 5 p.m. at the Mezzanine Gallery located at the top of the stairs on the 3rd floor and will have a performance by dancers MacKenzie LeTorré and Nora Stephens at 6 p.m.

The event will start at 5 p.m. at the Mezzanine Gallery located at the top of the stairs on the 3rd floor. Don’t miss your chance to connect with the artists and enjoy some light refreshments!

Directions: Please use the entrance located on Congress St, across from Faneuil Hall. Pass security and take the elevators to the 3rd floor. The event will take place at the top of the stairs. For more information please visit the City Hall Galleries page.

Photo by Wenchell Pierre.

October 23, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 7:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
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Event Date2025-10-23T17:00:34 - 2025-10-23T19:00:34

Color Flows Family Fest

Don’t miss this full day of family-friendly activities happening on Winter Street in Downtown Boston, including the Doggone Halloween Pet Parade and Chowderfest!

October 25, 2025
Event Date2025-10-25T12:00:50 - 2025-10-25T18:30:50

Join us for a full day of activities for kids and families in Downtown Boston! We can’t wait to welcome our partners to Color Flows on Winter Street:

DOGGONE HALLOWEEN PET PARADE

Come to Downtown Crossing for Boston's most beloved Halloween dog costume parade, hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance! There will be a dog-themed vendor village, a photo booth, face painting, free treats for all, and more! There will be grand prizes for winners of: Best Costume, Cutest Costume, Scariest Costume, Best Dog and Human Duo, Best Dog and Child Duo.

BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Play. Explore. Learn.

Fall into spooky, playful fun this October at Boston Children’s Museum. Create, explore, and howl with delight as you take part in all the fang-tastic activities in the brand-new Pumpkin Patch of Play experience. And, because no Halloween celebration would be complete without trick-or-treating, don’t miss the Museum’s 6th annual Halloween Spooktacular the evening of Saturday, November 1!

Stop by the Boston Children’s Museum table at Color Flows Family Fest for giveaways, games, and to learn how you can get free admission to Boston’s leading cultural institutions through Boston Family Days.

CHOWDERFEST

The annual Chowderfest from Conventures, Inc. features unique takes on the iconic New England dish and culminates in a public vote to select the fan favorite!


ABOUT COLOR FLOWS ON WINTER STREET

This fall, Winter Street is coming alive with Color Flows, a six-week, family-friendly street transformation that will create a vibrant, welcoming space within the heart of Downtown. Color Flows is part of the City of Boston’s broader effort to reimagine how our streets and pedestrian zones can be safer, more engaging, and more enjoyable for all.  

October 25, 2025
Event Date2025-10-25T12:00:50 - 2025-10-25T18:30:50
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