Parks Sports and Activities
We offer free athletic programs for all ages in neighborhood parks across the City.
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Programs
2026 Mayor's Cup Soccer Tournament and Festival
Join us as young athletes compete for the title of “Boston’s Best” soccer team in both competitive and recreational divisions.
2026 Mayor's Cup Cross Country
Runners of all ages are invited to compete in the 36th annual Mayor's Cup Cross Country races at Franklin Park
Forever Young Fall Program
Join our free drop-in program for older adults, offered in partnership with Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), and enjoy a welcoming space to stay active, have fun, and connect with others through archery and bocce.
About our programs
Choose from a wide variety of healthy activities, including:
- golf lessons
- tennis with our partner, Tenacity
- the All Girls Sports Festival
- Sox Talks with Boston Red Sox players and coaches
- a visit to the Fenway Park batting cages
- Sports Centers at Moakley Park, East Boston Stadium, and White Stadium in Franklin Park, and
- Mayor’s Cup golf, baseball, cross country, soccer, softball, and hockey tournaments.
We also work with Boston Centers for Youth & Families on programs at local community centers. We'll continue to update this page with announcements, calendar listings, applications, and the latest on what we have to offer!
Instructional Golf Videos
Golf 101: Balance
Kevin Frawley, Golf Pro for the Devine Golf Course in Franklin Park, introduces the concept of balance in golf.
Golf 101: Chipping
Kevin Frawley, Golf Pro for the Devine Golf Course in Franklin Park, introduces the concept of chipping in golf.
Golf 101: Grip
Scott Allen, Golf Pro for the George Wright Golf Course in Hyde Park, introduces the concept of grip in golf.
Golf 101: Putt
Scott Allen, Golf Pro for the George Wright Golf Course in Hyde Park, introduces the concept of putting in golf.
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