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Pride Potluck Picnic in the Park

June 1, 2025
2025-06-01T16:00:26 - 2025-06-01T18:00:26

Come together with friends and neighbors for a Potluck Picnic! Conveniently located across from the Boston Public Market. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying a chill social vibe and delicious food. 

June 1, 2025
2025-06-01T16:00:26 - 2025-06-01T18:00:26
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Small Business Month: Queer Artists Market

For Small Business Month, we’re hosting a month-long celebration featuring events, programs, and spotlights that uplift and support Boston’s small business community.

May 18, 2025
2025-05-18T12:30:00 - 2025-05-18T16:00:00

Hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance, the Queer Artists Market brings a day of outdoor festivities and shopping to Downtown Crossing in partnership with The Queer Neighborhood Council. Visitors can browse a diverse selection of handmade art and goods from LGBTQIA+ vendors while also connecting with local advocacy organizations offering community resources and support services. The event features live music from Boston’s The Femmes, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere. At Summer Street Plaza @ Washington St. from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., this celebration of creativity and community is a must-visit. Rain date: June 1.

May 18, 2025
2025-05-18T12:30:00 - 2025-05-18T16:00:00
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Small Business Month: Boston Women's Market

For Small Business Month, we’re hosting a month-long celebration featuring events, programs, and spotlights that uplift and support Boston’s small business community. 

May 17, 2025
2025-05-17T11:00:00 - 2025-05-17T16:00:00

Hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance, the Boston Women’s Market brings together 20 local women-owned businesses for a vibrant artisan showcase in Downtown Crossing. Visitors can stroll through Summer Street and shop a variety of one-of-a-kind, handmade goods, including home decor, art, jewelry, and more. This free event is the perfect way to support women entrepreneurs while enjoying the lively energy of Boston’s shopping district in full spring bloom. Whether you’re looking to refresh your space, find a unique gift, or simply soak in the atmosphere, this market offers a wonderful city outing for all.

May 17, 2025
2025-05-17T11:00:00 - 2025-05-17T16:00:00
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Mayor's Youth Summit 2025

February 22, 2025
2025-02-22T17:00:49 - 2025-02-22T20:00:49

The 2025 Mayor's Youth Summit will be an exciting platform for Boston's youth to come together to celebrate the contributions of young people to our City’s culture. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with City officials, community leaders, and one another in a fun and welcoming environment. This event will also showcase the various opportunities and investments made by the City and our partners to the youth population, highlighting areas of success in the past year and outlining future goals.

February 22, 2025
2025-02-22T17:00:49 - 2025-02-22T20:00:49
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Shake Shack x OYEA Pop Up!

December 12, 2024
2024-12-12T14:00:14 - 2024-12-12T18:00:14

Join the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement for a special pop-up at Shake Shack! Boston residents between 14-25 are invited to receive resources while enjoying burgers, shakes, and fries.

December 12, 2024
2024-12-12T14:00:14 - 2024-12-12T18:00:14
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Food is a Love Language

Hosted by the Little Cocoa Bean Company and supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant.

November 8, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 200 Bowdoin Street
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-11-08T18:00:00 - 2024-11-08T19:30:00

Join us for an intergenerational cooking class with Chef David from Comfort Kitchen!

November 8, 2024
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm
  • 200 Bowdoin Street
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
  • Posted:
2024-11-08T18:00:00 - 2024-11-08T19:30:00
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Night Cap: Night Market and Pajama Party Closing Ceremony

Supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant.

November 21, 2024
2024-11-21T18:00:00 - 2024-11-21T23:00:00

Join us for Night Market and Pajama Party Closing Ceremony. Wear your nighties and shop our highest number of local vendors.

SCHEDULE

6 - 11 p.m.: Cafe Open

6 p.m.: Music by The Basement Project

8 p.m.: Music by DJ Cakewalk

11 p.m.: Afterparty...?


Night Cap is an 8 night coffee lounge in Boston's City Hall this November, fostering community through art, music, and coffee.

From live house music and stand-up comedy to queer speed dating, we offer bold experiences in an inclusive alcohol-free space. Night Cap isn’t just another night out; it’s where culture and creativity meet over a cup of joe.

Night Cap will transform the lobby of Boston's iconic Brutalist City Hall in Government Center into a cozy lounge, offering soft seating, communal tables, and a rotating retail space. This unique setting will provide a warm, inviting atmosphere for attendees to gather and connect in the heart of the city.

November 21, 2024
2024-11-21T18:00:00 - 2024-11-21T23:00:00
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Non-Alcoholic Beer Garden: Notoberfest

Hosted by Dray Drinks LLC and supported by the Wake Up the Night Grant

October 19, 2024
  • 11:00am - 10:00pm
  • 1420 Soldiers Field Road
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
  • Posted:
2024-10-19T11:00:01 - 2024-10-19T22:00:00

SAVE THE DATE for the country’s FIRST NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER GARDEN!

Join us on October 19th as we put our Wake Up the Night grant to work to host a fun & festive day full of non-alcoholic beers, plus some NA wines, NA cocktails, and lots of activities.

We’ve teamed up with Sipland to produce the best-possible beer garden experience for all of you. 

LEARN MORE

October 19, 2024
  • 11:00am - 10:00pm
  • 1420 Soldiers Field Road
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Office of Nightlife Economy
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
  • Posted:
2024-10-19T11:00:01 - 2024-10-19T22:00:00
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Malcolm X Park Basketball Court Mural Celebration

Join us for music, food, family activities, and live performances!

October 19, 2024
2024-10-19T13:00:24 - 2024-10-19T16:00:24

We are celebrating three vibrant new basketball court murals that pay tribute to Roxbury, the beauty of Malcolm X Park, and the lasting impact of Malcolm X.

Malcolm X Park Basketball Court Event Flyer

October 19, 2024
2024-10-19T13:00:24 - 2024-10-19T16:00:24
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Roxbury Sips Mocktails Event (Rescheduled)

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.

September 28, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 4:00pm
  • NUBIAN SQUARE
    CORNER OF MELNEA CASS BLVD AND WASHINGTON STREET
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2024-09-28T12:00:00 - 2024-09-28T16:00:00

Roxbury Sips offers a sophisticated evening of mocktails and samplings of non-alcoholic beer and other beverages. The event is an educational tasting event that will feature Mixologist Brooke Rose offering innovative mocktails you can make at home using fresh and local ingredients. The event is accompanied by Deep House Music. A Chef demo will offer tasty bites from Haley House.


EVENTO DE CÓCTELES SIN ALCOHOL DE ROXBURY SIPS

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.

Roxbury Sips ofrece una sofisticada velada de cócteles sin alcohol. Se trata de una degustación educativa en la que un mixólogo ofrecerá innovadores cócteles sin alcohol que podrá preparar en casa con ingredientes frescos y locales. El evento estará acompañado de música Deep House a cargo del DJ Christopher Martin Grant. Una demostración del Chef ofrecerá sabrosos bocados de Haley House.


AKTIVITE KÒKTÈL SAN ALKÒL ROXBURY

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.

Roxbury Sips pwopoze yon sware sofistike kòktèl san alkòl. Aktivite a se yon degistasyon edikatif ki mete an evidans yon miksaj ki pwopoze kòktèl san alkòl inovan ou kapab fè lakay ou nan itilize engredyen lokal ak fre. Aktivite a te akonpaye avèk mizik Deep House pa DJ Christopher Martin Grant. Demonstrasyon yon chèf pral ofri bouche ki gen bon gou ki soti nan Haley House.

September 28, 2024
  • 12:00pm - 4:00pm
  • NUBIAN SQUARE
    CORNER OF MELNEA CASS BLVD AND WASHINGTON STREET
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
  • Posted:
2024-09-28T12:00:00 - 2024-09-28T16:00:00
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