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Independence Day Celebration

Let's come together to honor our nation's freedom with unity, joy, and patriotic spirit.

July 4, 2024
2024-07-04T09:00:00 - 2024-07-04T11:00:00

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment Department are excited to invite you to join us for this year's Independence Day Celebration! The celebration will start at 9 a.m. on City Hall Plaza, followed by the Independence Day Parade. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your family and friends and join us in celebrating our nation's independence.

Independence Day celebration

July 4, 2024
2024-07-04T09:00:00 - 2024-07-04T11:00:00
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GLD FSTVL '24

GLD FSTVL is a free annual festival held in Boston, specifically at City Hall Plaza, with the overarching vision of celebrating Hip-Hop culture.

August 10, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 10:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Festivals and fairs
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Posted:
2024-08-10T12:00:00 - 2024-08-10T22:00:00

This event features live music performances, DJ sets, dance showcases, and various food and retail vendors. It serves as a platform to amplify Hip-Hop culture, particularly highlighting the contributions of regional artists alongside national acts. The festival aims to provide fair compensation, media visibility, and professional stage and sound systems for all performers. Additionally, it promotes inclusivity and celebrates the beauty of Black culture through Hip-Hop. The inaugural free festival in August 2023 hosted 15 artists and DJs honoring and celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop.

GLD FSTVL '24 graphic

August 10, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 10:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Arts and Culture
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Festivals and fairs
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Posted:
2024-08-10T12:00:00 - 2024-08-10T22:00:00
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Roslindale Wetlands Urban Wild Summer Serve and Learn

Join the Roslindale Wetlands Taskforce and the Urban Wilds Program in this summer's Serve and Learn event!

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T08:00:00 - 2024-07-13T11:00:00

A Serve and Learn event is a special chance for community members to learn about wildlife, plants, and how we can care for our natural world. Not only can people "learn" through these events, but they can also put their newfound knowledge to work during the "serve" portion.

During the "learn" portion, we will focus on plant health care with an emphasis on environmental pressures including pest damage, storm damage, and weeds that may compete for nutrients.

During the "serve" portion, we will implement best plant health care practices. Our tasks may include weeding, watering, adding mulch, and pruning off any branches damaged by storm events.

No experience necessary! Urban Wilds staff will provide tools and instruction, but we recommend you bring water, bug spray, and sunscreen.

 Register

Rain Date:  Sunday July 14, 8 - 11 a.m.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T08:00:00 - 2024-07-13T11:00:00
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Youth Day

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00

Youth Day will showcase performances by young talents, feature food from various food vendors, and include an entertaining performance. 

DÍA DE LA JUVENTUD

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

El Día de la Juventud contará con actuaciones de jóvenes talentosos, comida de varios vendedores y una actuación entretenida.

JOUNEN JÈN

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Jounen Jèn yo montre pèfòmans jèn talan, ansanm ak machann manje ak yon pèfòmans amizan.

July 13, 2024
2024-07-13T12:00:00 - 2024-07-13T16:00:00
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Open Newbury 2024

Every Sunday from June 30 - September 1, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

July 28, 2024
  • 10:00am - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 30, 2024, 10 times
  • Newbury Street
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Open Newbury
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Business and jobs
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Posted:
2024-07-28T10:00:00 - 2024-07-28T20:00:00

 We’re so excited about the upcoming season, and hope that you’ll join us on the street to shop, play, and connect this Summer. 

July 28, 2024
  • 10:00am - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 30, 2024, 10 times
  • Newbury Street
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Open Newbury
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Back Bay
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Business and jobs
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Posted:
2024-07-28T10:00:00 - 2024-07-28T20:00:00
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Carnival Multi-Band Launch

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

July 27, 2024
  • 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Cummins Highway and Fairway Street
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • send an email
  • 617-635-5729
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Posted:
2024-07-27T16:00:00 - 2024-07-27T20:00:00

To start the Carnival season, Mattapan is hosting a Band Launch event for all the Carnival Masquerade groups to share their designs to engage with the community. Each group will showcase their amazing costumes for this year’s Carnival season while dancing to the rhythms and sounds of Tempo International Steel Orchestra and DJ Ka’Shawn Mhad Kash Spencer. Local restaurant favorites such as Mellow Vibes will offer tasty Caribbean food dishes for purchase.

LANZAMIENTO DE LA MULTIBANDA CARNAVAL

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Mattapan Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Para dar comienzo a la temporada de Carnaval, Mattapan organiza un lanzamiento de bandas para todos los grupos de la Mascarada de Carnaval. Cada grupo exhibirá sus disfraces para el carnaval de este año mientras bailan al ritmo y los sonidos de la orquesta Tempo International Steel y el DJ Ka'Shawn Mhad Kash Spencer. Los restaurantes locales favoritos, como Mello Vibez, ofrecerán para la venta platos de comida caribeña.

LANSMAN MULTI-BANN KANAVAL

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Pou kòmanse sezon Kanaval la, Mattapan ap òganize yon Lansman Band pou tout gwoup Maskarad Kanaval yo. Chak gwoup pral montre kostim yo pou Kanaval ane sa a pandan y ap danse sou ritm ak son Tempo International Steel Orchestra ak DJ Ka'Shawn Mhad Kash Spencer. Restoran lokal prefere yo tankou Mello Vibez pral ofri asyèt manje Karayib pou achte.

July 27, 2024
  • 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Cummins Highway and Fairway Street
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • send an email
  • 617-635-5729
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Music
    Outdoor
  • Posted:
2024-07-27T16:00:00 - 2024-07-27T20:00:00
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AfroBeats. AfroEats.

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Mattapan Square this July, August, and September.

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T16:00:00 - 2024-07-06T20:00:00

Enjoy an afternoon filled with the vibrant AfroBeat rhythms spun by DJ Ohh, savor delicious African cuisine, and experience lively entertainment. Froca Fitness will lead the audience in an intense workout accompanied by African Rhythms. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate African culture. Don't miss out on the fun and festivities!

AFROBEATS. AFROEATS.

Parte de la  Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Disfrute de una velada llena de música afro amenizada por el DJ Ohh, cocina africana y un animado espectáculo. Froca Fitness guiará al público en un intenso entrenamiento acompañado de African Rhythms. Este evento es una oportunidad fantástica para conectarse con la comunidad y celebrar la cultura africana. ¡No te pierdas la diversión y las festividades!

AFROBEATS. AFROEATS.

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Pwofite de yon sware ki genyen anpil mizik Afro spun pa DJ Ohh, cuisine Afriken, epi fè eksperyans amizman an dirèk. Froca Fitness pral dirije odyans lan nan yon antrennman entans akonpaye pa ritm Afriken. Evènman sa a se yon opòtinite kokenn pou konekte ak kominote a epi selebre kilti Afriken an. Pa rate plezi ak fèstivite yo!

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T16:00:00 - 2024-07-06T20:00:00
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Salsa in Nubian Square

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 20, 2024
2024-07-20T16:00:00 - 2024-07-20T20:00:00

Salsa in Nubian Square promises an evening filled with vibrant Latin rhythms, featuring a Latin Dance Company and a Latin DJ. Attendees can enjoy delicious food from Mexican food trucks and carts. 

SALSA EN LA PLAZA NUBIAN

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Salsa en la Plaza Nubian es una velada llena de vibrantes ritmos latinos, con la participación de un Latin Dance Company y un DJ latino. Los asistentes también podrán disfrutar de las delicias gastronómicas de los camiones y carritos de comida latina.

SALSA NAN NUBIAN SQUARE

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Salsa nan Nubian Square la se yon sware ki ranpli avèk ritm latin vibran, prezante Latin Dance Company ak yon DJ Latin. Patisipan yo kapab pwofite tou de manje nan kamyon manje ak charyo Latino yo.

July 20, 2024
2024-07-20T16:00:00 - 2024-07-20T20:00:00
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Summertime in the Square

Part of the Community Canvas Series presented by the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, bringing community events to Nubian Square this July, August, and September.

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T12:00:00 - 2024-07-06T16:00:00

Join us for Summertime in the Square featuring a diverse array of food options with plates ranging from $5 to $15 from various vendors. Experience chef demos by local chefs, and enjoy a variety of flavors from food trucks such as Suya Joint, BBQ vendor. The event will also feature a DJ.

Verano en la plaza

Parte de la Serie Lienzo Comunitario presentada por la Oficina de Inclusión y Oportunidades Económicas, que traerá eventos comunitarios a Nubian Square en julio, agosto y septiembre.

Verano en la plaza presenta una gran variedad de opciones de alimentos con platos que oscilan entre $5 y $15 de varios expendedores entre los que se encuentran Suya Joint y BBG vendor. El evento también contará con un DJ.

ete nan kare a

Yon pati nan Seri Twal Kominotè prezante pa Biwo Opòtinite Ekonomik ak Enklizyon, pote evènman kominotè yo nan Nubian Square sa a Jiyè, Out, ak Septanm.

Ete nan kara a la prezante yon seri opsyon manje ak asyèt ki sòti nan $5 rive $15 nan men plizyè machann. Eksperyans demo chef pa chèf lokal yo, epi jwi yon varyete de gou nan kamyon manje tankou Suya Joint ak vandè barbeque. Evènman an pral prezante tou yon DJ.

 

July 6, 2024
2024-07-06T12:00:00 - 2024-07-06T16:00:00
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Hike Boston: Horse of Course Program

Hike Boston is a week-day day-time hiking series where we invite you to join us for a walk in one of Boston's parks or urban wilds.

July 28, 2024
2024-07-28T15:00:00
2024-07-28T15:00:00

Boston Park Rangers, Urban Wilds staff, and Parks employees will provide formal and informal discussions or tours during the hikes. Some hikes may be more focused on taking a walk in the park, while others may be more informational.

Please note — this is not a hike. This is a "Horse of Course" program hosted by a Boston Park Ranger. Come meet one of the mounted units from our herd and learn about their role in the parks, and how they are cared for.

For more information visit the Hike Boston home page.

July 28, 2024
2024-07-28T15:00:00
2024-07-28T15:00:00
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