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Canceled:
February Winter Bike Ride

Reason for cancellation: Due to very high snow accumulation
February 28, 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Central Square, East Boston
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-02-28T10:30:00 - 2026-02-28T12:30:00

These are slow-paced rides that include a mix of bike path and on-street riding in neighborhoods and end with free hot chocolate. The rides in the series include:

  • Saturday, December 13 in South Boston
  • Saturday, January 10 in JP / Roxbury
  • Saturday, February 7 February 28 in East Boston
  • Saturday, March 14, 1 in Lower Mills, Dorchester and Mattapan

Details about Saturday, February 28 in East Boston are coming soon!

 

February 28, 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Central Square, East Boston
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-02-28T10:30:00 - 2026-02-28T12:30:00

January Winter Bike Ride

Boston Bikes, in collaboration with MassBike, is organizing a winter bike ride series.

January 10, 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • 284 Amory Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-10T10:30:54 - 2026-01-10T12:30:54

These are slow-paced rides that include a mix of bike path and on-street riding in the neighborhood. Rides will end with free hot chocolate. The rides in the series take place on Saturdays and include:

  • December 13 in South Boston
  • January 10 in JP / Roxbury
  • February 7 in East Boston
  • March 14 in Lower Mills, Dorchester and Mattapan

If you are interested in the ride, but do not own a bike, we have a limited number of free Bluebikes available for this ride (Note: we can only provide Bluebikes for people ages 16 and up). Finally, in case of inclement weather, we would cancel or postpone the ride, and communicate with all registered attendees via email if there are any changes.

Details about Saturday, January 10, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in JP/Roxbury

Event start location: 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Ride departs at 11:00am, you can view the route here

January 10, 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • 284 Amory Street
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-10T10:30:54 - 2026-01-10T12:30:54

Horse-Of-Course

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

February 20, 2026
Event Date2026-02-20T14:00:00 - 2026-02-20T14:45:00
  • Come along as the Boston Park Rangers introduce you with one of our equine partners. Spend 30-minutes exploring how we feed,  groom, and tack up our mounts as they get ready for patrol in Boston's parks. 
  • For more information on this event and future events hosted by the Park Rangers visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.
  • For any inquiries specific to environmental education please email Nathan Smith.
February 20, 2026
Event Date2026-02-20T14:00:00 - 2026-02-20T14:45:00

Parks Fitness: Bota Fogo Dance Fitness Class with Julia

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

January 16, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from January 9, 2026, until April 3, 2026
  • Vine Street Community Center
    339 Dudley Street
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-16T18:00:00 - 2026-04-10T19:00:00

BotaFogo, meaning “to set on fire”, is a great workout that combines dance and fitness all in one. Much like other dance fitness programs, it involves cardio and some strength training. Bota Fogo utilizes visual cues making it more accessible to both Deaf and hearing dancers. Come break a sweat to the sounds of Brazilian music genres such as Samba, funk, pagode, and more. The best part is, it doesn’t require previous dance experience! Just follow the instructor and have fun!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.

Register here

January 16, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from January 9, 2026, until April 3, 2026
  • Vine Street Community Center
    339 Dudley Street
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-16T18:00:00 - 2026-04-10T19:00:00

Parks Fitness: Yoga with Carlos

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

January 17, 2026
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from January 10, 2026, until April 4, 2026
  • Mildred Ave Community Center
    5 Mildred Ave
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-17T11:00:00 - 2026-04-11T12:00:00

Yoga Flow & Restore: This is a joyful, energizing Vinyasa practice connecting breath with movement. Together, we will cultivate strength, balance and flexibility in the mind and body. We'll end our classes with some restorative poses which will help create a sense of peace and connection within ourselves. I hope to see you on the mat!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.

Register here

January 17, 2026
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from January 10, 2026, until April 4, 2026
  • Mildred Ave Community Center
    5 Mildred Ave
    Mattapan, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-17T11:00:00 - 2026-04-11T12:00:00

Parks Fitness: Strength and Balance class with Karma

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

January 12, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from January 5, 2026, until March 30, 2026
  • East Boston Senior Center
    7 Bayswater Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    East Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-12T13:00:00 - 2026-04-06T14:00:00

Strength, Balance, and Flexibility is a total body workout with a focus on strengthening the core and limbs while amplifying the body’s movement through stretch, improving overall balance, posture, muscle tone and mobility. By learning how to move the body in a healthy way, one can reduce pain, improve body awareness, avoid injury and reinforce proper movement principles. Class begins in a chair to freely move every part the body and then transitions to standing weight bearing exercise to improve bone and muscle strength.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.

Register here

January 12, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from January 5, 2026, until March 30, 2026
  • East Boston Senior Center
    7 Bayswater Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    East Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-12T13:00:00 - 2026-04-06T14:00:00

Parks Fitness: Walking Group with Brandy

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

January 17, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from January 10, 2026, until April 4, 2026
  • Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-17T12:00:00 - 2026-04-11T13:00:00

Get moving, boost your energy, and make new friends with our fun outdoor walking program at Franklin Park! Enjoy a brisk walk that strengthens your body, improves endurance, and keeps you motivated.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.

Register here

January 17, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from January 10, 2026, until April 4, 2026
  • Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-17T12:00:00 - 2026-04-11T13:00:00

Parks Fitness: Tai Chi with Joe

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

January 14, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from January 7, 2026, until April 1, 2026
  • Veronica Smith Senior Community Center
    20 Chestnut Hill Ave
    Brighton, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-14T13:00:00 - 2026-04-08T14:00:00

Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, is used as a slow-moving exercise to achieve relaxation and stress reduction. Tai Chi offers benefits for the body, mind and spirit."

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations due to the weather.

Register here

January 14, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from January 7, 2026, until April 1, 2026
  • Veronica Smith Senior Community Center
    20 Chestnut Hill Ave
    Brighton, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-14T13:00:00 - 2026-04-08T14:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Roslindale

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

July 9, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 9, 2026, until July 23, 2026
  • Fallon Field
    910 South Street
    Boston , MA 02131
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-09T10:00:00 - 2026-07-09T12:00:00

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 required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

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 9, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 9, 2026, until July 23, 2026
  • Fallon Field
    910 South Street
    Boston , MA 02131
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-09T10:00:00 - 2026-07-09T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Hyde Park

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

July 7, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 7, 2026, until July 21, 2026
  • Iacono Playground
    150 Readville Street
    Boston , MA 02136
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-07T10:00:00 - 2026-07-07T12:00:00

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 required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

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 7, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from July 7, 2026, until July 21, 2026
  • Iacono Playground
    150 Readville Street
    Boston , MA 02136
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-07T10:00:00 - 2026-07-07T12:00:00
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