Seasonal Fun
MBTA Commuter Rail: $10 Weekends & Holidays, , $$
Sat, February 1, 2025 - Tue, September 2, 2025
Enjoy unlimited travel on the Commuter Rail for just $10 every weekend. Passes are valid on all lines and zones, Saturday, Sunday, and select holidays.
Sat, February 1, 2025 - Tue, September 2, 2025
Enjoy unlimited travel on the Commuter Rail for just $10 every weekend. Passes are valid on all lines and zones, Saturday, Sunday, and select holidays.
The Anchor at Shipyard Park, , Free
Tue, April 15, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
The Anchor is an all-ages gathering space that is complemented by an inclusive and dynamic programming and events calendar, public art, youth initiatives and complimentary public amenities.
Tue, April 15, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
The Anchor is an all-ages gathering space that is complemented by an inclusive and dynamic programming and events calendar, public art, youth initiatives and complimentary public amenities.
Boston Public Garden Swan Boats 2025,
Sat, April 19, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
The Swan Boats have been in operation since 1877, and have since become a cultural icon for the city. Swan Boats are a fleet of pontoon pleasure boats which operate in the Boston Public Garden lagoon.
Sat, April 19, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
The Swan Boats have been in operation since 1877, and have since become a cultural icon for the city. Swan Boats are a fleet of pontoon pleasure boats which operate in the Boston Public Garden lagoon.
MA Fireworks: 4th of July Fireworks Displays (by town) 2025, , Free
Wed, May 14, 2025 - Thu, July 24, 2025
Find out where they'll be shooting fireworks off nearest you in 2025. Different Boston area towns, different dates & times - you are sure to find a display to fit your schedule and your location. Happy fourth!
Wed, May 14, 2025 - Thu, July 24, 2025
Find out where they'll be shooting fireworks off nearest you in 2025. Different Boston area towns, different dates & times - you are sure to find a display to fit your schedule and your location. Happy fourth!
Street Tots at The Street – Summer 2025 Family Fun Series, , $
Thu, May 29, 2025 - Thu, August 28, 2025
Held every Thursday morning, this lively series invites families with young children to enjoy interactive outdoor programming on The Green. Each week features a different themed activity—from music and magic to dance, crafts, and storytelling.
Thu, May 29, 2025 - Thu, August 28, 2025
Held every Thursday morning, this lively series invites families with young children to enjoy interactive outdoor programming on The Green. Each week features a different themed activity—from music and magic to dance, crafts, and storytelling.
Waterfire Providence 2025, , Free
Sat, May 31, 2025 - Sat, November 1, 2025
WaterFire centers on a series of 100 bonfires that blaze just above the surface of the three rivers that pass through the middle of downtown Providence.
Sat, May 31, 2025 - Sat, November 1, 2025
WaterFire centers on a series of 100 bonfires that blaze just above the surface of the three rivers that pass through the middle of downtown Providence.
Guide to Boston Spray Parks & Wading Pools, , Free
Sun, June 1, 2025 - Wed, September 3, 2025
Summertime in Boston means it's time splash in spray parks! There's plenty of free water fun to be had all around the city, and we've rounded up some of our favorite spots.
Sun, June 1, 2025 - Wed, September 3, 2025
Summertime in Boston means it's time splash in spray parks! There's plenty of free water fun to be had all around the city, and we've rounded up some of our favorite spots.
Greenway Play Sessions: Bubbles, Games & More, , Free
Sun, June 1, 2025 - Tue, September 30, 2025
Join us for free play sessions in Auntie Kay and Uncle Frank Chin Park every Thursday from July through October, featuring books, bubbles, games, and more!
Sun, June 1, 2025 - Tue, September 30, 2025
Join us for free play sessions in Auntie Kay and Uncle Frank Chin Park every Thursday from July through October, featuring books, bubbles, games, and more!
Boston Fireworks 2025 (Where to Watch, Start Times, By Date), , Free
Mon, June 2, 2025 - Sat, August 23, 2025
Find out where they'll be shooting fireworks off nearest you in 2025 (by date). Different towns, different dates & times - you are sure to find a display to fit your schedule and your location. Happy fourth!
Mon, June 2, 2025 - Sat, August 23, 2025
Find out where they'll be shooting fireworks off nearest you in 2025 (by date). Different towns, different dates & times - you are sure to find a display to fit your schedule and your location. Happy fourth!
LEGO® Summer of Play, , $
Tue, June 3, 2025 - Sun, August 3, 2025
Get ready for a celebration of play like no other during LEGO® Summer of Play from June 5 – Aug 3 at LEGO Discovery Center Boston!
Tue, June 3, 2025 - Sun, August 3, 2025
Get ready for a celebration of play like no other during LEGO® Summer of Play from June 5 – Aug 3 at LEGO Discovery Center Boston!
Thursday Nights at The YARD – Free Outdoor Fun at Suffolk Downs, , Free
Fri, June 6, 2025 - Fri, August 29, 2025
Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to enjoy summer evenings in the city? Head over to The YARD at Suffolk Downs every Thursday night for a series of vibrant outdoor gatherings designed for all ages.
Fri, June 6, 2025 - Fri, August 29, 2025
Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to enjoy summer evenings in the city? Head over to The YARD at Suffolk Downs every Thursday night for a series of vibrant outdoor gatherings designed for all ages.
Weston Summer Concerts, , Free
Wed, June 18, 2025 - Wed, July 23, 2025
Free Summer Concerts at 7:00 pm every Wednesday on the Town Green. Bring a blanket, kick back, and relax to the sounds of summer.
Wed, June 18, 2025 - Wed, July 23, 2025
Free Summer Concerts at 7:00 pm every Wednesday on the Town Green. Bring a blanket, kick back, and relax to the sounds of summer.
Frog Pond & Spray Fountain, , Free
Tue, June 24, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
The City of Boston welcomes the children of Boston back to cool down in the summer heat on Boston Common as the Frog Pond reopens for summer activities.
Tue, June 24, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
The City of Boston welcomes the children of Boston back to cool down in the summer heat on Boston Common as the Frog Pond reopens for summer activities.
Patriot Place Summer Staycation 2025, , Free
Thu, June 26, 2025 - Sat, July 26, 2025
Summer Staycation at Patriot Place will feature recurring weekly events, special activities including a summer music series, musical bingo, cruise nights, summer movie nights, guided hikes and more.
Thu, June 26, 2025 - Sat, July 26, 2025
Summer Staycation at Patriot Place will feature recurring weekly events, special activities including a summer music series, musical bingo, cruise nights, summer movie nights, guided hikes and more.
Boston After Dark – Free Teen Events All Summer Long, , Free
Fri, June 27, 2025 - Tue, August 19, 2025
Boston After Dark is a citywide initiative offering free, safe, and fun Friday night events for teens aged 14–18 throughout the summer. at various Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) and YMCA locations.
Fri, June 27, 2025 - Tue, August 19, 2025
Boston After Dark is a citywide initiative offering free, safe, and fun Friday night events for teens aged 14–18 throughout the summer. at various Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) and YMCA locations.
Celebrate Saturday with Lolita Fort Point!,
Sat, June 28, 2025 - Tue, July 29, 2025
Join Lolita Fort Point for Sunset Saturdays every week on the Deck from 4-7PM to enjoy your Saturday the right way by unwinding and soaking up the golden hour vibes. Book your reservation now:
Sat, June 28, 2025 - Tue, July 29, 2025
Join Lolita Fort Point for Sunset Saturdays every week on the Deck from 4-7PM to enjoy your Saturday the right way by unwinding and soaking up the golden hour vibes. Book your reservation now:
Summer 2025 at Boston Children’s Museum – Hands-On Fun for Families!, , $$
Tue, July 1, 2025 - Sun, August 31, 2025
Boston Children’s Museum is packed with interactive, educational, and creative experiences for kids and families all summer long. Here's a snapshot of what you can expect during your visit this summer.
Tue, July 1, 2025 - Sun, August 31, 2025
Boston Children’s Museum is packed with interactive, educational, and creative experiences for kids and families all summer long. Here's a snapshot of what you can expect during your visit this summer.
Free Summer Sports Centers for Ages 7-14, 3 Locations, Free
Mon, July 7, 2025 - Fri, August 22, 2025
Our Sports Centers offer free summer camp alternatives to Boston youth. Each location offers instruction in several popular sports from July 7 through August 22.
Mon, July 7, 2025 - Fri, August 22, 2025
Our Sports Centers offer free summer camp alternatives to Boston youth. Each location offers instruction in several popular sports from July 7 through August 22.
Lowell Summer Music Series Kids' Shows, , Free
Wed, July 9, 2025 - Thu, August 14, 2025
Bring the kiddos and join us on Wednesdays and Thursdays in July and August! These free events feature music, fun performances, arts and crafts, free snacks and more.
Wed, July 9, 2025 - Thu, August 14, 2025
Bring the kiddos and join us on Wednesdays and Thursdays in July and August! These free events feature music, fun performances, arts and crafts, free snacks and more.
Free Friday Flicks at the Hatch Shell & More - Boston 2025, , Free
Fri, July 11, 2025 - Thu, August 28, 2025
Free Friday Flicks are classic & popular, family-oriented movies shown each Friday night in Boston throughout the summer at the DCR Hatch Shell on the Esplanade at no cost for over 25 years!
Fri, July 11, 2025 - Thu, August 28, 2025
Free Friday Flicks are classic & popular, family-oriented movies shown each Friday night in Boston throughout the summer at the DCR Hatch Shell on the Esplanade at no cost for over 25 years!
Summer Flicks at The Pru: Summer Movies, , Free
Sat, July 12, 2025 - Sat, August 23, 2025
Enjoy free, family-friendly movies on Prudential Center’s South Garden on summer Saturdays. From classics to recent blockbusters, the movie selections are curated to appeal to audiences of all ages and is free to attend.
Sat, July 12, 2025 - Sat, August 23, 2025
Enjoy free, family-friendly movies on Prudential Center’s South Garden on summer Saturdays. From classics to recent blockbusters, the movie selections are curated to appeal to audiences of all ages and is free to attend.
Open Newbury Street 2025, , Free
Sun, July 13, 2025 - Sun, December 7, 2025
Newbury Street will become a pedestrian-only walkway, closing to vehicles to allow pedestrians the opportunity use the full width of the street from 10:00am - 8:00pm..
Sun, July 13, 2025 - Sun, December 7, 2025
Newbury Street will become a pedestrian-only walkway, closing to vehicles to allow pedestrians the opportunity use the full width of the street from 10:00am - 8:00pm..
Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival, , Free
Fri, July 25, 2025 - Sun, July 27, 2025
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is one of the largest sand sculpting festivals in the world. Enjoy lots of live entertainment, delicious food trucks, amusements and fun for the whole family.
Fri, July 25, 2025 - Sun, July 27, 2025
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is one of the largest sand sculpting festivals in the world. Enjoy lots of live entertainment, delicious food trucks, amusements and fun for the whole family.
Yankee Homecoming Days: A Family Tradition, , Free
Sat, July 26, 2025 - Sun, August 3, 2025
Yankee Homecoming isn’t just a family tradition for me but a tradition thousands of families have enjoyed over the past 65 years. What’s great about Yankee Homecoming is that the traditions differ depending on who...
Sat, July 26, 2025 - Sun, August 3, 2025
Yankee Homecoming isn’t just a family tradition for me but a tradition thousands of families have enjoyed over the past 65 years. What’s great about Yankee Homecoming is that the traditions differ depending on who...
Paranormal Gala Dinner Event, , $$
Sat, July 26, 2025 - Sat, July 26, 2025
A special evening of paranormal presentations featuring Tom D'Agostino, along with a meet-and-greet of a variety of well-known professional paranormal experts. The evening includes dinner, a channeling gallery, presentations, and more.
Sat, July 26, 2025 - Sat, July 26, 2025
A special evening of paranormal presentations featuring Tom D'Agostino, along with a meet-and-greet of a variety of well-known professional paranormal experts. The evening includes dinner, a channeling gallery, presentations, and more.
Summer Bash at Atlantic Wharf, , Free
Sat, August 2, 2025 - Sat, August 2, 2025
You're Invited! Join us at Atlantic Wharf's End of Summer Bash! Live music, face paiting, popcorn and more! Free and open to the public!
Sat, August 2, 2025 - Sat, August 2, 2025
You're Invited! Join us at Atlantic Wharf's End of Summer Bash! Live music, face paiting, popcorn and more! Free and open to the public!
Beverly Homecoming Days & Fireworks, , $
Tue, August 5, 2025 - Sun, August 10, 2025
The annual Beverly Homecoming offers concerts, a carnival, contests, picnics, a lobster festival, flea markets, barbecues, arts shows, and fireworks!
Tue, August 5, 2025 - Sun, August 10, 2025
The annual Beverly Homecoming offers concerts, a carnival, contests, picnics, a lobster festival, flea markets, barbecues, arts shows, and fireworks!
Sunflower Spectacular at Elm Bank, , $
Tue, August 12, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
Sunflower Spectacular, a stunning field of thousands of blooming sunflowers available for display and pick-your-own, just 20 miles from downtown Boston.
Tue, August 12, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
Sunflower Spectacular, a stunning field of thousands of blooming sunflowers available for display and pick-your-own, just 20 miles from downtown Boston.
Gloucester Waterfront Festival, , Free
Sat, August 16, 2025 - Sun, August 17, 2025
Historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor hosts this colorful festival, with live music and children's activities, delicious ethnic & New England foods, and more.
Sat, August 16, 2025 - Sun, August 17, 2025
Historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor hosts this colorful festival, with live music and children's activities, delicious ethnic & New England foods, and more.
Marshfield Fair 2025, , $
Sat, August 16, 2025 - Mon, August 25, 2025
This year's fair offers great family entertainment with hundreds of farm animals, daily free shows, free grandstand attractions, arts & crafts, 4 H & Agricultural exhibits, horticultural displays & much more.
Sat, August 16, 2025 - Mon, August 25, 2025
This year's fair offers great family entertainment with hundreds of farm animals, daily free shows, free grandstand attractions, arts & crafts, 4 H & Agricultural exhibits, horticultural displays & much more.
End of Summer Concert at World’s End, , $$$
Sat, August 23, 2025 - Sat, August 23, 2025
Join The Trustees for a magical summer sendoff on top of scenic Planter’s Hill at World’s End. This outdoor concert features the soulful and harmony-rich stylings of Montello North, a 2–8 piece acoustic band.
Sat, August 23, 2025 - Sat, August 23, 2025
Join The Trustees for a magical summer sendoff on top of scenic Planter’s Hill at World’s End. This outdoor concert features the soulful and harmony-rich stylings of Montello North, a 2–8 piece acoustic band.
Bread and Roses Heritage Festival, , Free
Mon, September 1, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
An arts and music festival honoring Lawrence’s rich labor history and multi-cultural roots and present, while commemorating the 1912 Bread and Roses Strike. The 38th Bread and Roses Heritage Festival takes place on Labor Day!
Mon, September 1, 2025 - Mon, September 1, 2025
An arts and music festival honoring Lawrence’s rich labor history and multi-cultural roots and present, while commemorating the 1912 Bread and Roses Strike. The 38th Bread and Roses Heritage Festival takes place on Labor Day!
The Sterling Fair, , Free
Fri, September 5, 2025 - Sun, September 7, 2025
A family oriented, community, agricultural fair with the emphasis on agriculture and education. Last year's attendance was over 40,000 people.
Fri, September 5, 2025 - Sun, September 7, 2025
A family oriented, community, agricultural fair with the emphasis on agriculture and education. Last year's attendance was over 40,000 people.
The Big E 2025, , $$$
Fri, September 12, 2025 - Sun, September 28, 2025
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Fri, September 12, 2025 - Sun, September 28, 2025
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Topsfield Fair 2025, , $$
Fri, October 3, 2025 - Mon, October 13, 2025
Enjoy America's oldest and finest agricultural fair w/ New England‘s largest carnival midway, cool demos, (ranging from beekeeping to miniature trains), a Grange Museum, pumpkin weigh-offs, live entertainment and the...
Fri, October 3, 2025 - Mon, October 13, 2025
Enjoy America's oldest and finest agricultural fair w/ New England‘s largest carnival midway, cool demos, (ranging from beekeeping to miniature trains), a Grange Museum, pumpkin weigh-offs, live entertainment and the...
Annual Oktoberfest & Honk Festival: Harvard Square, , Free
Sun, October 12, 2025 - Sun, October 12, 2025
The Annual Oktoberfest and Honk Festival features six stages of live entertainment, fabulous restaurant vendors, outdoor beer-gardens, street vendors, sidewalk sales, and HONK bands from around the country!
Sun, October 12, 2025 - Sun, October 12, 2025
The Annual Oktoberfest and Honk Festival features six stages of live entertainment, fabulous restaurant vendors, outdoor beer-gardens, street vendors, sidewalk sales, and HONK bands from around the country!
Monster Bash at NARA Park, , $
Fri, October 17, 2025 - Fri, October 17, 2025
Get ready for a spook, get ready for a scare, get ready for our Monsterbash if you dare! It will be Frightfully Fun with Black Light DJ Party, Costume Contest, Flashlight Candy Hunt, Games & more.
Fri, October 17, 2025 - Fri, October 17, 2025
Get ready for a spook, get ready for a scare, get ready for our Monsterbash if you dare! It will be Frightfully Fun with Black Light DJ Party, Costume Contest, Flashlight Candy Hunt, Games & more.
New England Christmas Festival, , $$
Fri, November 7, 2025 - Sun, November 9, 2025
The New England Christmas Festival is an eagerly anticipated annual event that has kicked off the holiday season for 39 years.
Fri, November 7, 2025 - Sun, November 9, 2025
The New England Christmas Festival is an eagerly anticipated annual event that has kicked off the holiday season for 39 years.
Ice Skating On Frog Pond 2025 Season (Hours, Admission, & Info), , $$
Wed, November 26, 2025 - Sun, March 1, 2026
A hopping spot for ice-skating is Frog Pond on the Boston Common. Frog Pond has its own ice-making system and also offers skate rentals and hot cocoa at the Pond Cottage.
Wed, November 26, 2025 - Sun, March 1, 2026
A hopping spot for ice-skating is Frog Pond on the Boston Common. Frog Pond has its own ice-making system and also offers skate rentals and hot cocoa at the Pond Cottage.
Hampton Beach Fireworks 2025, , Free
Tue, May 26, 2026 - Tue, December 31, 2024
Fireworks are held weekly every Wednesday during the summer, on the beach at the top of B and C Streets, beside the Atlantic Ocean. Bring a blanket and the whole family to experience the magic of the night sky lit by a display of beautiful fireworks.
Tue, May 26, 2026 - Tue, December 31, 2024
Fireworks are held weekly every Wednesday during the summer, on the beach at the top of B and C Streets, beside the Atlantic Ocean. Bring a blanket and the whole family to experience the magic of the night sky lit by a display of beautiful fireworks.
Hampton Beach Master Sandsculpting Sand Castle Competition, , Free
Thu, June 18, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
The fun starts when 250 tons of imported sand is dropped on Hampton Beach. After the competition, the entire area will be illuminated for night viewing through June.
Thu, June 18, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
The fun starts when 250 tons of imported sand is dropped on Hampton Beach. After the competition, the entire area will be illuminated for night viewing through June.
