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Canceled:
BCYF Girls Beach Party

Reason for cancellation: Organizer is stuck out of town and needs to cancel.
August 22, 2023
Event Date2023-08-22T16:00:00 - 2023-08-22T19:00:00

Free beach party featuring music by DJ WHYSHAM!!!, a BBQ, face painting, games, prizes and more.

August 22, 2023
Event Date2023-08-22T16:00:00 - 2023-08-22T19:00:00

House Dance Party

Join us for a House Dance Party like no other on City Hall Plaza!

September 22, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-09-22T17:00:00 - 2023-09-22T20:00:00

Let's dance under the stars and celebrate the rhythm of life! Get ready to groove to the beats of DJ Bruno, who will be celebrating 36 years as a DJ! 

Join us on the City Hall Plaza from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the best House tunes! This is a free event and is open to the public. Let's make this night a memory to cherish!

September 22, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-09-22T17:00:00 - 2023-09-22T20:00:00

Island Vibes Dance Party

Join us on Saturday, August 9, at 3 p.m. for Island Vibes, an outdoor dance party at City Hall Plaza celebrating the rhythms and cultures of the African diaspora and Caribbean.

August 9, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-09T15:00:00 - 2025-08-09T20:00:00

Presented in partnership with AfriQue Events, the event will feature a mix of Afro Beats, Salsa, Reggae, Zouk, and more. The DJ lineup includes DJ Prince, DJ Papadon, DJ Snax, and Ben Superior, bringing nonstop music to the dance floor throughout the afternoon. Additional activities include a photo booth by SnapsBostonface painting, and live performances. Food trucks from Suya Joint will be on site.

This event is free and open to the public.

August 9, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-09T15:00:00 - 2025-08-09T20:00:00

Country Dance Party

Join us on City Hall Plaza for an electrifying evening of country jams, country line dancing, and pure fun!

August 24, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-08-24T17:00:00 - 2023-08-24T20:00:00

Yeehaw, dance lovers! Get ready to kick up your boots at the ultimate Country Dance Party hosted by the amazing Brandon Clay from 101.7 The Bull!

Dust off your cowboy hats and get ready to groove! This event is free and open to the public, join us August 24, from 5 - 8  p.m. at City Hall Plaza. Don't miss out on the boot-scootin' good time!

August 24, 2023
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-08-24T17:00:00 - 2023-08-24T20:00:00

Free Bike Repair Workshop

Join us for a free hands-on bike repair workshop and learn the basics of fixing a bike. Everyone welcome, whether you have your bike or not! 

August 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 15, 2023, 2 times
  • Jackson Mann Community Center
    500 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
    Boston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-08-15T18:00:00 - 2023-08-15T20:00:00
August 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 15, 2023, 2 times
  • Jackson Mann Community Center
    500 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
    Boston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-08-15T18:00:00 - 2023-08-15T20:00:00

Little Amal

Little Amal is the 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child at the heart of The Walk. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees.

September 7, 2023
Event Date2023-09-07T00:00:00 - 2023-09-09T23:59:00

The City of Boston, along with American Repertory Theatre (ART) at Harvard University, ArtsEmerson, Company One Theatre, Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), Lars Jan, Boston University Center on Forced Displacement, Boston University Arts Initiative, Extinction Rebellion Boston, Foxborough Public Schools, RefugePoint, and The Puppet Free Library, will welcome Little Amal to the City of Boston September 7 - 9, 2023.

Graphic with image of Little Amal and text: "Boston September 7-9"

September 7, 2023
Event Date2023-09-07T00:00:00 - 2023-09-09T23:59:00

Little Amal in Boston

Interactive Film (Boston Children's Museum)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, every half hour 12 - 2:30 p.m.

At KidStage, view a short interactive film about Amal’s incredible journey, refugees, the challenges refugees face when finding home, and how organizations like Refuge Point are helping refugees find lasting solutions.

Little Amal (ArtsEmerson)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 3:30 p.m. (Arrival at 4 p.m.)

Join ArtsEmerson in Welcoming Little Amal to Boston. Be part of this special moment when Amal takes her first steps in Boston to shine the light on the importance of empathy and the spirit of welcoming all.

Join A.R.T., ArtsThursdays, and Little Amal for Finding Friends in Harvard Yard

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 6 p.m.

In search of comfort and companionship, Little Amal discovers historic Harvard Yard where she is welcomed by the communities of the University and of Cambridge.

Don't let me sleep alone (Yo-Yo Ma)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 9 p.m.

Amal is searching for a place to sleep on the first night of her long journey. As she settles down to sleep, she hears a lullaby.

Countdown to Kindergarten

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 12 p.m.

It’s the start of a new school year and Little Amal is welcoming incoming kindergarteners as they receive their school backpacks.

Find A Safe Haven (Extinction Rebellion Boston)

Friday, September 8. 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

Amal is lost as night begins to fall, when she encounters a sparrow searching for a safe place to nest. Puppet-making workshop 4 - 6 p.m. before Little Amal’s arrival.

Things my mother whispered (Josh Higgasson)

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 8:30 p.m.

As Amal walks late at night through Boston, ethereal projections of her mother’s words surround her. Tender questions and affectionate words of advice give her the strength to keep walking.

When Migrants Meet (Company One)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 11 a.m.

Walk with Little Amal from the Egleston Square branch of the Boston Public Library to Franklin Park as she discovers an injured snow goose that’s been separated from her family. She's welcomed into the flock for a HONKing good time!

Marvelous mariposa (ICA Watershed)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 1 p.m.

Welcome Little Amal to the ICA Watershed in East Boston, featuring performances from the Veronica Robles Cultural Center.

Ceremonial First Pitch (Boston Red Sox)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 3:30 p.m.

Thousands of Red Sox fans cheer for Amal as she steps up to deliver a ceremonial first pitch at "America’s Most Beloved Ballpark", Fenway Park. She is very excited. And very nervous…

Event Map

Learn more about Little Amal

Photo Credit:
Little Amal © The Walk Productions © Respective Collective

Production Information

The Walk and Handspring Puppet Company logos

"Amal Walks Across America" is produced by The Walk Productions in association with the Handspring Puppet Company. U.S. Producing Partner THE OFFICE performing arts+film. Impact + Outreach The Soze Agency. Marketing Cause Lab. PR + Communications DKC.

Medal of Honor Dedication Ceremony

Join us for the US Route 20 Medal of Honor Highway Dedication Ceremony on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at 10 a.m.

August 12, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Kenmore Square & Commonwealth Ave
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Elliot Pawlak
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-08-12T10:00:00 - 2023-08-12T11:00:00

The dedication of the Route 20 Medal Of Honor Highway completes the now coast to coast highway across 12 States. This is a 3,365 mile trail along US Route 20 from Newport, Oregon to Kenmore Square in Boston that honors the service and sacrifice of America’s 3,516 Medal Of Honor recipients.

MOH

August 12, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Kenmore Square & Commonwealth Ave
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Elliot Pawlak
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-08-12T10:00:00 - 2023-08-12T11:00:00

2025 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Dorchester

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted by a local artist in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

August 1, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 1, 2025, until August 15, 2025
  • Doherty-Gibson Playground
    1545 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-01T10:00:00 - 2025-08-01T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also 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: TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

August 1, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 1, 2025, until August 15, 2025
  • Doherty-Gibson Playground
    1545 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-01T10:00:00 - 2025-08-01T12:00:00

2023 CHILDREN'S ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted by a local artist in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

July 28, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 28, 2023, until August 10, 2023
  • Ryan Playground
    960 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-07-28T10:00:00 - 2023-07-28T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email Shannon.murphy2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also 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: TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

July 28, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 28, 2023, until August 10, 2023
  • Ryan Playground
    960 Dorchester Avenue
    Boston , MA 02125
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-07-28T10:00:00 - 2023-07-28T12:00:00

2025 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Charlestown

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted by a local artist in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

August 1, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 1, 2025, until August 15, 2025
  • Winthrop Square / Training Field
    55 Winthrop Street
    Boston , MA 02129
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-01T10:00:00 - 2025-08-01T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is encouraged so we know how many supplies to bring (pre-registration is required for groups of 8 or more). Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is also 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: TwitterFacebook, and Instagram.

August 1, 2025
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 1, 2025, until August 15, 2025
  • Winthrop Square / Training Field
    55 Winthrop Street
    Boston , MA 02129
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-08-01T10:00:00 - 2025-08-01T12:00:00
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