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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

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: West Roxbury

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 8, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 8, 2026, until July 22, 2026
  • Hynes Playground
    502 VFW Parkway
    Boston , MA 02132
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-08T10:00:00 - 2026-07-08T12:00:00

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: Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky.

July 8, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 8, 2026, until July 22, 2026
  • Hynes Playground
    502 VFW Parkway
    Boston , MA 02132
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-08T10:00:00 - 2026-07-08T12:00:00

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Katherine Winston

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T18:00:00 - 2026-08-12T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

About Katherine Winston: 

Whether you discovered her on Season 14 of American Idol, in a club across the country, or in an intimate listening room, Katherine leaves a lasting impression with every impassioned melody and heartfelt lyric.  Wherever you may hear Katherine, you can expect a genre-bending sound pulling influences from indie-pop, country, rock and folk music.  Her album, Something Special, Nothing Fancy is out and available everywhere now!

Learn more about Katherine Winston

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T18:00:00 - 2026-08-12T20:00:00

Hike Boston: Allandale Woods

Hike Boston is our series where we invite you to join us for a walk, hike, or interpretive program in one of Boston's parks or urban wilds.

February 9, 2026
Event Date2026-02-09T10:00:00

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.

A good old fashioned hike in Allandale Woods.

For more information visit the Hike Boston home page.

February 9, 2026
Event Date2026-02-09T10:00:00

Watercolor Painting Workshop #6: Jamaica Pond

Practice your painting skills at this free and fun watercolor painting workshop series.

June 14, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Jamaica Pond Boathouse
    507 Jamaicaway
    Boston , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-14T10:00:00 - 2026-06-14T12:00:00

The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own inspired masterpiece. Tips and techniques are provided by an instructor. 

Register Today

All Watercolor Painting Workshops dates

June 14, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Jamaica Pond Boathouse
    507 Jamaicaway
    Boston , MA 02130
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-14T10:00:00 - 2026-06-14T12:00:00

2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: East Boston

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 20, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 20, 2022, until July 27, 0022
  • Sumner and Lamson Streets Playground
    430 Sumner Street
    East Boston , MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-07-20T10:00:00 - 2022-07-20T12:00:00

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.

Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Sumner and Lamson Streets Playground, East Boston

Wednesday, July 20, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 27, 2022: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 20, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 20, 2022, until July 27, 0022
  • Sumner and Lamson Streets Playground
    430 Sumner Street
    East Boston , MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-07-20T10:00:00 - 2022-07-20T12:00:00

2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop: Roxbury

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 21, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 21, 2022, until July 28, 0022
  • Marcella Playground
    260 Highland Street
    Roxbury , 02119
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-07-21T10:00:00 - 2022-07-21T12:00:00

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.

ALL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPS DATES

July 21, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 21, 2022, until July 28, 0022
  • Marcella Playground
    260 Highland Street
    Roxbury , 02119
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-07-21T10:00:00 - 2022-07-21T12:00:00

2022 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshop: South End

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.

August 5, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 5, 2022, until August 12, 2021
  • Ringgold Park
    10 Ringgold Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-08-05T10:00:00 - 2022-08-05T12:00:00

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.

All Arts and Crafts Workshops Dates

August 5, 2022
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from August 5, 2022, until August 12, 2021
  • Ringgold Park
    10 Ringgold Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Shannon Murphy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-08-05T10:00:00 - 2022-08-05T12:00:00

Parks Fitness: Line Dancing with Boston Rhythm Riders

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 15, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from January 8, 2026, until April 2, 2026
  • Hyde Park Community Center
    1179 River St
    Hyde Park, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Hyde Park
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-15T18:30:00 - 2026-04-09T19:30:00

Line dancing is a fun activity that has all the necessary elements to improve cardiovascular health. The Rhythm Riders rotate moving from high to low impact line dances, so whether you want to get ready for the spring, upcoming weddings, family reunions or simply discover a fun new way to get moving again they have the moves for you! We are all too familiar with the Electric Slide and the Cupid Shuffle, please allow them to take you on a musical journey as you learn new line dances. So come let the rhythm move you, because a body in Motion, stays in Motion!

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 15, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from January 8, 2026, until April 2, 2026
  • Hyde Park Community Center
    1179 River St
    Hyde Park, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Hyde Park
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-15T18:30:00 - 2026-04-09T19:30:00
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