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Jump into the Past: Teen Takeover at MAAH

February 1, 2026
Event Date2026-02-01T13:00:00 - 2026-02-01T15:00:08

The Museum of African American History and the Mayor’s Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement welcome teens to an afternoon of food, fun and entertainment.

Hear from influential speakers, dig deeper into history, win prizes, and enjoy complimentary refreshments!

Learn More

February 1, 2026
Event Date2026-02-01T13:00:00 - 2026-02-01T15:00:08

2026 Mayor's Youth Summit

The Mayor’s Youth Summit is an annual event designed to celebrate the contributions of young people to Boston's culture and build connections between Boston youth. This flagship event creates an exciting space for youth to showcase their talents, connect with City leaders, and have fun with their peers. 

February 21, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 6:00pm
  • 100 W 2nd Street
    Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-02-21T15:00:32 - 2026-02-21T18:00:32

The 2026 Mayor's Youth Summit will take place on Saturday, February 21, at the Artists for Humanity EpiCenter from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. This event will feature free food, giveaways, youth performances, guest speakers, interactive installments, raffle prizes, and more. Learn more about the Summit here.

February 21, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 6:00pm
  • 100 W 2nd Street
    Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-02-21T15:00:32 - 2026-02-21T18:00:32

BCYF Black History Annual Skate Night

February 19, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 11 Rhoades Street
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Erika Butler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-02-19T17:00:09 - 2026-02-19T20:00:09

On Feb. 19, Boston youths, ages 17 and under, can "skate with friends and families" from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Chez Vous Skating Rink in Dorchester.

February 19, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • 11 Rhoades Street
    Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Erika Butler
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-02-19T17:00:09 - 2026-02-19T20:00:09

Mayor's Youth Council Town Hall - North End

Boston teens ages 14-19, come share your thoughts on third spaces, school, mentorship, and anything else important to you!

January 15, 2026
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • BCYF Nazzaro
    30 North Bennet Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-15T16:00:50 - 2026-01-15T18:00:50
January 15, 2026
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • BCYF Nazzaro
    30 North Bennet Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-15T16:00:50 - 2026-01-15T18:00:50

Mayor's Youth Council Town Hall - South End

Boston teens ages 14-19, come share your thoughts on third spaces, school, mentorship, and anything else important to you!

January 14, 2026
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • BCYF Blackstone
    50 West Brookline Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-14T16:00:50 - 2026-01-14T18:00:50
January 14, 2026
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • BCYF Blackstone
    50 West Brookline Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-14T16:00:50 - 2026-01-14T18:00:50

Mayor's Youth Council Town Hall - East Boston

Boston teens ages 14-19, come share your thoughts on third spaces, school, mentorship, and anything else important to you!

January 6, 2026
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • East Boston BPL
    365 Bremen Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-06T16:00:50 - 2026-01-06T18:00:50
January 6, 2026
  • 4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • East Boston BPL
    365 Bremen Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-06T16:00:50 - 2026-01-06T18:00:50

Mayor's Youth Council Town Hall - Chinatown

Boston teens ages 14-19, come share your thoughts on third spaces, school, mentorship, and anything else important to you!

January 8, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Josiah Quincy Upper School
    900 Washington St.
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-08T16:30:50 - 2026-01-08T18:30:50
January 8, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Josiah Quincy Upper School
    900 Washington St.
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-01-08T16:30:50 - 2026-01-08T18:30:50

Groundbreaking: BCYF North End Community Center

Join Mayor Wu and neighborhood residents for the groundbreaking of the new BCYF North End Community Center on December 4.

December 4, 2025
Event Date2025-12-04T10:00:00 - 2025-12-04T11:00:00

Mayor Wu will host a ground breaking near the BCYF Mirabella Pool at the future site of the North End Community Center. This location and all aspects of the design of the center were selected after a robust community engagement process and based on the input of local residents. 

December 4, 2025
Event Date2025-12-04T10:00:00 - 2025-12-04T11:00:00

Brewing Connections: Intergenerational LGBTQ+ Cafe

November 15, 2025
  • 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • The Pryde Community Center
    59 Harvard Ave
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-11-15T11:00:29 - 2025-11-15T13:00:29

Join City partners for Brewing Connections, an intergenerational LGBTQ+ café where our community gathers to share experiences, listen deeply, and connect across generations.

Inspired by Oral History, a method Queer History Boston uses to preserve and archive LGBTQ+ stories, we’ll spark conversations that honor our past, ground us in the present, and imagine queer futures together. Over coffee, donuts, and fresh fruit, community members of all ages are invited to connect, share, and celebrate the power of living our truths out loud.

☕ Conversation. Community. Connection.

Presented by: Ethos; Queer History Boston; The Pryde; LGBTQ Senior Housing, LGBTQ+ Elders of Color, and The City of Boston’s Mayor’s Office of LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement, Age Strong Commission, and Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement.

Get your free tickets now!

November 15, 2025
  • 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • The Pryde Community Center
    59 Harvard Ave
    Boston, MA 02136
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Hyde Park
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-11-15T11:00:29 - 2025-11-15T13:00:29

Bike Town at McKay School

Join us for a free family-friendly Bike Town pop-up, where youth can learn to ride and participate in on-bike activities to improve their safe bike riding skills. 

November 19, 2025
Event Date2025-11-19T15:30:00 - 2025-11-19T17:00:00

Located at the McKay School, this drop-in event is for families and children ages 4-12 who want to learn to ride and practice their riding skills. A variety of different sized bikes and helmets will be provided, and staff will be present to lead on-bike games and teach bike riding skills and safe riding tips and techniques.

Young children riding bikes in the new City Hall Plaza bike town.
Young children riding bikes in the new Moakley Park bike town.

 

Plan your visit

Individuals and families: no registration is required. We will have waivers available at the site. 

Groups and schools: please email us so that we know to expect your group! Hand out waivers to students ahead of time so they can participate. Everyone that takes part in our program must have a signed waiver to ride bikes. Teachers / group leaders are responsible for collecting and bringing signed waivers to the event. 

November 19, 2025
Event Date2025-11-19T15:30:00 - 2025-11-19T17:00:00
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