Boston Events for Kids and Families

Infrastructure open-air Music & Arts Festival, Boston, $$
Fri, May 27, 2022  -  Fri, May 27, 2022   
Welcome back to the third round of Infrastructure Open Music & Arts Festival. The event will feature: 2 Music Stages, State-of-the-art sound system, 10+ Local and International DJs and selectors, Food vendors & Art installations.

World Premiere of Baverstam Cello Concerto, Boston, $$
Sat, May 28, 2022  -  Sat, May 28, 2022   
World Premiere of Baverstam Cello Concerto No.1 in D Minor and Inaugural Concert of the Vangarde Symphony Orchestra. Come enjoy original music and historical moment of world premiere with a whole orchestra!

Ben Rudnick & Friends Town Day Concert, Lexington, Free
Sat, May 28, 2022   
Celebrating Lexington's Town Day, the band will be performing on The Flatbed in the Sun behind Michelson’s Shoe Store, 1780 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA.

Summer Sipper, Everett, Free
Sat, May 28, 2022  -  Sat, May 28, 2022   
An outdoor street party featuring craft summer cocktails, outdoor bars, a blueberry eating contest, and some of the best food vendors from around the city.

Stained Glass Inspired Art, Acton, Free
Sat, May 28, 2022  -  Sat, May 28, 2022   
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month! Join us as we learn about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have made important contributions to the fields of science, math, and art

90's/00's Jersey Themed Day Party, Lowell, $
Sat, May 28, 2022  -  Sat, May 28, 2022   
A daytime event, filled with Brunch eats, adult sized games, cocktails, with a indoor/outdoor Vibe.Collab between Events by MTP + H.I.M Entertainment. A throwback jersey day party filled with Brunch eats

2022 Bakers Island Light Boat Tours, Salem, $
Sun, May 29, 2022  -  Sun, May 29, 2022   
Climb aboard Naumkeag, Essex Heritage's landing craft for a trip to Bakers Island Light Station. Enjoy a 30-minute cruise from Salem past rugged coastline, harbor islands, and five lighthouses to Bakers Island.

Western Massachusetts Comic Book Show, Western Mass, $
Sun, May 29, 2022  -  Sun, May 29, 2022   
Comic books from the golden age to present! The event will feature some of the area’s best comic creators! Mark your calendars for a great event featuring over 40 tables of comic books and artwork.

Medway Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies, Medway, Free
Mon, May 30, 2022  -  Mon, May 30, 2022   
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Medway will once again have a parade leading up to their annual Memorial Day Service. The Medway High School band and the Worcester Kiltie band will again provide patriotic music; and MHS students will provide vocal arrangements...

City of Quincy Memorial Day Parade & Observance, Quincy, Free
Mon, May 30, 2022  -  Mon, May 30, 2022   
Quincy's Memorial Day Parade & Observance on 5/30 begins at 10:30 a.m. at Quincy Credit Union. The parade will proceed down Hancock Street through Quincy Center and onto Sea Street. The parade ends at Mt. Wollaston Cemetery.

Cisco Swank & Luke Titus / Tiny Habits, Back Bay, $$
Tue, May 31, 2022  -  Tue, May 31, 2022   
Cisco Swank (Francisco Haye) is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and producer from Brooklyn, NY quickly becoming a staple in his City’s R&B, jazz, and hip-hop communities.

AiR Artists Perform SHOW #1, Somerville, Free
Tue, May 31, 2022  -  Tue, May 31, 2022   
You can join these artists in venues such as the Center for the Arts at the Armory, at ArtAssembled at Assembly Row, the Crystal Ballroom, and along the Mystic River! All in Somerville!

Cirque Du Soleil Presents: Crystal, Boston, $$
Wed, June 1, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
CRYSTAL will take the audience on a journey into a whimsical frozen playground where ice skating of all kinds mingles with acrobatics and aerial feats.

Dan Perlman, Boston, $$
Wed, June 1, 2022  -  Wed, June 1, 2022   
A creative on the rise, Dan Perlman is a comedian, writer, and director from New York City – named one of the 2018 New Faces in stand-up at the Montreal Just For Laughs Festival.

Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back, Boston
Thu, June 2, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Keith Lockhart & the Boston Pops present this classic film w/ live orchestral accompaniment. “You must feel the Force around you...” The battle for the galaxy intensifies in this thrilling 5th episode of the unfolding saga.

La Salette Shrine Spring Carnival Starts June 2!, Attleboro, $$
Thu, June 2, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
The carnival is coming to Attleboro! The carnival will be from June 2 to June 5 at the La Salette Shrine, 947 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703. Join us!

Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band / The Avett Brothers, Boston, $$$
Thu, June 2, 2022  -  Thu, June 2, 2022   
Don't miss Ringo Starr, with multi-Grammy Award nominated Americana legends The Avett Brothers, and his current All Starr Band featuring Steve Lukather, Colin Hay, Gregg Rolie, Warren Ham, Gregg Bissonette, and Hamish Stuart.

2022 NHRA News England Nationals, Manchester-by-the-Sea, $$
Fri, June 3, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
The 2022 NHRA New England Nationals will be held at New England Dragway in Epping, NH on June 3rd – 5th, 2022 come see drag racing all weekend long!!!

Salem Arts Festival 2022, Salem, Free
Fri, June 3, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
For three days each June, this free, fun family-friendly festival transforms downtown Salem, MA, into an opportunity for the arts community to showcase their talents.

Boston Ballet School June Placement Class (June 3, 5:30-6:30 pm; ages 8-18), Newton, $$
Fri, June 3, 2022  -  Fri, June 3, 2022   
All new students ages 8-18 interested in joining Boston Ballet School are required to attend a placement class led by expert faculty to determine the level of study most appropriate to their abilities.

Coolidge Corner Arts Festival, Brookline, Free
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
42nd Annual Coolidge Corner Arts Festival, this free outdoor event features 70+ arts and crafts booths, live DJ, food trucks, beer and wine garden, patio dining.

An Evening of Choral Music: A Whole New World, joint concert by Boston Skyline C, Lexington, $
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
A Whole New World concert, brought to you by the Boston Skyline Chorus, a local women's chorus that specializes in barbershop and a cappella singing, and the Boston Saengerfest Men's Chorus of Weston.

Cinderella by North Atlantic Ballet, Beverly, $$
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
A dream is a wish your heart makes…Cinderella returns to the stage this spring with all the family entertainment you could hope for. Dreams really can come true.

Kid's Clay Hand-building Workshop- Beach Bucket, Lowell, $$
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Enjoy a fun morning creating a beach bucket and shovel/spoon from a couple pounds of clay! They are completely customizable: add fun stamps or shapes to make it your own!

Spicy Saturday Hot Sauce Showcase, Framingham, Free
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Local hot sauce and spice vendors will be offering samples, prepackaged sauces and sambals to go. Food will be available for purchase from Tres Latinas food truck. Los Sugar Kings will be providing live music.

Winchester Town Day 2022, Winchester, Free
Sat, June 4, 2022   
Town Day takes place on the first Saturday in June. The thousands of individuals and families who attend can enjoy a day of browsing exhibits, playing games, competing in athletics, eating(!), listening to different types of music, attending the health fair, and watching...

Opening Day Festival at Hale Farm, Beverly, Free
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Free all ages festival on the lawn at Hale Farm Saturday June 4 from 12-4pm. Local artists and vendors, food, beer garden, lawn games, activities for kids, free house tours and door prizes.

The Splinters, Wayland, $
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Join us on Saturday, June 4th at 8 pm for a performance by The Splinters. The Splinters, a bluegrass and old-time string band from Massachusetts, deliver a relentless groove to accompany their tight 3-part harmonies.

2022 NH Maker Fest, New Hampshire, $
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
NH Maker Fest is a family friendly event hosted by the Children's Museum of NH in Dover, NH and features hands-on discovery, experiments, bubbles, robots, and fun.

Liver Life Walk, Boston, $
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Liver Life Walk is a signature event of the American Liver Foundation (ALF). It allows people affected by liver disease to come together to raise awareness and funds.

Free Family Concert, Canton, Free
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
This free event features an hour-long concert in the park by the wildly popular South Shore duo, Toe Jam Puppet Band. It will also include food trucks, kids’ activities and more!

Newton PorchFest 2022, Newton, Free
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Newton PorchFest is a free community music festival performed outside of people's homes through several neighborhoods in Newton. Stroll the neighborhood and enjoy the music!

USA vs. Colombia - Newport International Polo Series, Rhode Island, $
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Public exhibition polo matches every Saturday, June through September, featuring teams from around the world and major U.S. Cities competing against the home team, USA/Newport.

Join Zoo New England for Zootopia, Virtual/Online, $$$
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Join Zoo New England for their annual fundraising gala, Zootopia, presented by Baystate Financial! Viewers can enjoy a special virtual program including video message by Dr. Jane Goodall.

The Ivy League of Comedy, Beverly, $$
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
The Ivy League of Comedy brings you stand-up comedy’s funniest and brightest: Ophira Eisenberg, Moody McCarthy, and Shaun Eli. Now see them live on stage!

Boston Ballet School June Sample Classes (June 4, 2:30-3:30 pm; 16 months-age 4, Newton, $$
Sat, June 4, 2022  -  Sat, June 4, 2022   
Children 16 months-age 7 are invited to experience a sample class led by professional faculty and learn about Boston Ballet School’s expertly designed curriculum. Sign up at the link below:

Dorchester Day Parade (Dot Day), Dorchester, Free
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
The annual parade celebrating everything Dorchester travels along Dorchester Avenue beginning at Lower Mills and ends at Columbia Road in Savin Hill.

Brewery Book Swap, Framingham, Free
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
Trade books and join a rock & roll themed book club discussion of A Perfect Union of Contrary Things, Maynard James Keenan’s authorized autobiography. Live music, beer, books.

Jordana with Harry Teardop, Back Bay, $$
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
Jordana will be coming to The Red Room at Cafe 939 with supporting act Harry Teardrop. Dive into her indie wonderland, and make sure you do not miss it!

Big Sports Card & Autograph Show, Boston, $
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, 8:30 to 2:45, buy-sell-trade with over 50 vendors, free hourly door prizes including a Larry Bird rookie card at 11:30 am !Autograph Guests:

Boston Free Summer Fitness Series 2022, 2 Locations, Free
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sat, October 1, 2022   
Free fitness classes in your neighborhood parks presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield, in partnership with the Boston Parks & Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. Classes start in June and run through October.

Beacon Hill Art Walk, Boston, Free
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
Local artists will be selling unique, handmade holiday gift items at the Annual Beacon Hill Holiday Fine Art & Craft Sale this weekend. Art includes jewelry, photography, pottery, hand-blown glass, paintings, scarves & shawls, and purses & handbags.

Somewhat Damaged with Natalie Cuomo, Boston, $$
Sun, June 5, 2022  -  Sun, June 5, 2022   
Natalie Cuomo is a stand-up comedian born and raised in Queens, NY. She has been featured in Time Out NY, NY Magazine, Metal Injection, and Inked Magazine for her work as a comedian.

Filmmaking Fundamentals, 10 Week Online Class – Starts 6/6, Virtual/Online, $$$
Mon, June 6, 2022  -  Tue, November 22, 2022   
Introduction to filmmaking from story development, to camera and sound production, through editing. Hands-on exercises inform all learning. Each student will produce a short final project.

Concert for Ukraine, Concord, $$$
Tue, June 7, 2022  -  Tue, June 7, 2022   
Radius Ensemble has teamed up with Julie and Charles Davidson, Hayley Maybury of HM Design and Chef/Owner Michael Scelfo of HK Food Group, to host an evening of music and solidarity for Ukraine.

Beach Cleanup at M Street Beach Hosted by Kona Brewing Co., Boston, Free
Tue, June 7, 2022  -  Tue, June 7, 2022   
As part of the Catch a Clean Wave Program, Kona Brewing Co. hosts beach trash cleanup with surfer Anna Gudauskus and surf photographer Sarah Lee.

WICKED, Boston, $$$
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Sun, July 24, 2022   
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.

AiR Artists Perform SHOW #2, Somerville, Free
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Wed, June 8, 2022   
You can join these artists in venues such as the Center for the Arts at the Armory, at ArtAssembled at Assembly Row, the Crystal Ballroom, and along the Mystic River! All in Somerville!

Storytelling Workshop, 6 Online Sessions, Starts 6/8, Virtual/Online, $$$
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Thu, October 13, 2022   
Discover your identity as a documentary storyteller and focus on the stories that matter most to you and that you can best tell. Learn how to successfully structure compelling narratives with a scene-based, character-driven approach.

Ruthie Collins, Back Bay, $
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Wed, June 8, 2022   
Ruthie Collins wears her heart on her sleeve and pretty much always has a sparkle in her eyes. Collins blends the vulnerable, the volatile, and the serene in her music.

Wicked, Boston, $$$
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Fri, June 24, 2022   
Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. One – born with emerald green skin– is smart, fiery, and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious, and very popular.

Drool Baby Expo Spring 2022, Boston, $$
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Wed, June 8, 2022   
Are you a new parent? Expecting a baby? Drool is Boston’s premiere baby gear event, featuring the top baby gear brands, plus fantastic prizes, tasty refreshments, and overflowing gift bags.

Zach Zimmerman, Boston, $$
Wed, June 8, 2022  -  Wed, June 8, 2022   
Zach Zimmerman is a Brooklyn-based writer and stand-up by way of Virginia and Chicago. Named a TimeOut NY Comic to Watch, Zach’s first comedy album “Clean Comedy” debuted on the Billboard Top 10

An Intriguing Conversation with Karen Brooks Hopkins, Boston, Free
Thu, June 9, 2022  -  Thu, June 9, 2022   
For three decades, through her leadership at the Brooklyn Academy of Music Karen will discuss how she helped turn Brooklyn into a cultural mecca and one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world.

Craig Robinson, Boston, $$$
Thu, June 9, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
Beginning as a stand-up comedian, Robinson first made his mark in the comedy circuit at the 1998 Montreal “Just For Laughs” Festival. Now headlining venues and festivals across the country

Family Paint Party, Worcester, $
Fri, June 10, 2022  -  Fri, June 10, 2022   
Grab the kids and unleash your inner artist at the Original Paint Nite. You’ll all go from a blank canvas to a masterpiece of your own, with plenty of laughs along the way.

Girls Night: The Musical, Beverly, $$
Fri, June 10, 2022  -  Fri, June 10, 2022   
Audience members can’t help but laugh, cry and even find themselves singing and dancing in the aisles as the most popular hit songs of the 80s & 90s make this musical a fan favorite!

Boston's Biggest Bridal Sale, Burlington, $
Fri, June 10, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
The best of New England bridal shops are coming together for the biggest bridal sample sale of the year!! Shop hundreds of wedding gowns from your favorite designers. Starting at $99! Plus, Maids & MOB!

Arlington Greek Food Festival, Arlington, $$
Fri, June 10, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
Greek Food Festival. All your favorites carefully prepared as only the Arlington Greek Festival knows how! Greek desserts too featuring loukoumades! Greek Music throughout the day!

A Night at the Circus, Framingham, $$
Fri, June 10, 2022  -  Fri, June 10, 2022   
Enter a dazzling world of acrobats, aerialists, and magicians with Cirque-tacular, as the legendary NYC troupe of artists and performers pays a special visit to downtown Framingham.

So Trinken Wir Alle, Shirley, $
Fri, June 10, 2022  -  Fri, June 10, 2022   
Celebrate spring with music for voices and viols. Works by Lassus, Senfl, Marenzio and others that explore age old themes of love, nature, dancing, and drinking.

Introduction to Mosaicking, Wayland, $$
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
In this 6 hour workshop, you’ll have fun playing with glass shapes, colors and textures while you learn the basics of glass mosaic techniques and create a decorative panel or a 10’’ x 10” mirror.

Boston Seltzerland - The Ultimate Hard Seltzer Festival, Boston, $
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
The Ultimate Hard Seltzer Tasting Festival is splashing down in Boston and will be featuring iconic national brands like White Claw and local brands such as Kawama. Gather your seltzer squad for an epic afternoon.

Family Pride Day, Sudbury, Free
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
Family fun day to celebrate diversity! Face painting, crafts, movement games, drag queen story time, parade, ice cream truck and more! Come celebrate individuality and acceptance.

the pro.found MARKET, Bolton, $$
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
Take a trip to the Spring 2022 pro.found market featuring vintage inspired, antique, handmade, artisan, and creative vendors will showcase their products in individual tents for a unique collaborative shopping experience.

Newport Cup - Newport International Polo Series, Rhode Island, $
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
Public exhibition polo matches every Saturday, June through September, featuring teams from around the world and major U.S. Cities competing against the home team, USA/Newport.

Children's Business Fair, Winchester, Free
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
The Children's Business Fair is a chance for kids ages 6-14 to become entrepreneurs as they develop, create, and sell a product or service at our 1-day fair!

Walk for Hospice 2022, Weymouth, Free
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
Join Hospice of the South Shore & South Shore Health Foundation for the 31st annual Walk for Hospice...fun for all ages and something for everyone

Weston Pooch Parade & Festival, Weston, $
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
The Pooch Parade & Festival is coming back on Saturday, June 11th with a mission to raise funds for three canine charities local to New England.

Auditions for Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras, Ipswich
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
Do you play an instrument? The Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras (NMYO) is looking for young musicians to join its ensembles for the 2022-2023 Concert Season.

Festival By the Lake, Wakefield, Free
Sat, June 11, 2022  -  Sat, June 11, 2022   
The annual Craft Festival on the Wakefield Commons, along the shoreline of picturesque Lake Quannapowitt. Enjoy games, bouncy house and pony rides for children. Great event for the whole family.

The Eversource Walk for Boston Children’s Hospital, Virtual/Online, Free
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
The Eversource Walk for Boston Children’s Hospital is taking place in-person at the DCR Hatch Shell and virtually on Sunday, June 12. This will be the first time the walk will be in person since 2019.

Newton Highlands Village Day, Newton, Free
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
An outdoor street festival featuring live music, kid activities, magicians, jugglers, face painting, tasty food, vendor booths, silent auction and a 5K road race/fun run.

Boston Pop-Up Pride, Boston, Free
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
We’re thrilled to announce that on June 12th, 2022 at 11 AM, we will be celebrating Pride on the Boston Common! Join us for a rally and festival with food, music, and performances.

Sing We Our Tomorrow - Boston Choral Ensemble Concert, Cambridge, $$
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
Alongside choral works, this performance will include a timeline of highlights in LGBTQIA+ history and readings from LGBTQIA+ leaders to uplift experiences and illuminate past and current matters of social justice and diversity.

Susan McDaniel Run for Lovelane, Weston, $
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
11am 5K and 10:30am Kid’s ½ miler! A USATF sanctioned race/professionally chip-timed course, with timed mile splits, water stops and prizes for our top finishers in each age category.

Kate Bollinger / Lael Neale | Music Performance, Back Bay, $
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
Kate Bollinger’s songs tend to linger well beyond their run times, filling the negative space of ordinary days with charming melodies and smart phrasings.

Newton Highlands Village Day 2022 5K Road Race, Newton Highlands, Free
Sun, June 12, 2022  -  Sun, June 12, 2022   
This 5K race kicks off a much loved outdoor festival in Newton Highlands. This is a timed race with free T-shirts for those registering before May 27

2022 Puddlestompers Summer Camp - Newton, Newton, $$
Mon, June 13, 2022  -  Fri, September 2, 2022   
PUDDLESTOMPERS Summer Camps are full of active, hands-on nature fun! Following a weekly theme, each day children and educators investigate a different topic in nature.

Sarah Kinsley Concert, Back Bay, $
Mon, June 13, 2022  -  Mon, June 13, 2022   
Sarah Kinsley is a musician as adept at writing as she is at singing, as she is at performing, and as she is at producing.

Dedham Flag Day Parade, Dedham, Free
Tue, June 14, 2022   
After a two year hiatus the 2022 Flag Day Parade will return with a bang! It will take place on Tuesday June 14th at 6 pm. Following the parade at 9pm there will be a fireworks display at Memorial Park.

Taste of the Seaport (21+), Boston, $
Tue, June 14, 2022  -  Tue, June 14, 2022   
Enjoy the Boston Seaport District’s renowned restaurant scene at the Taste of the Seaport. The lunchtime event will be a wonderful way to mix up the usual daily routine!

5 For Ellie Fashion Show, Chestnut Hill
Tue, June 14, 2022  -  Tue, June 14, 2022   
Our annual fashion show is back! Bloomingdale’s latest fashions will be modeled at The Shops at Chestnut Hill by former and current patients and our friends at WCVB.

Sinisterhood, Boston, $$
Tue, June 14, 2022  -  Tue, June 14, 2022   
Sinisterhood brings their hit comedy podcast to the stage! Hear a spine-tingling tale from your area performed live. Tickets are on sale NOW at LaughBoston.com

2022 Provincetown Film Festival, Provincetown, $$
Wed, June 15, 2022  -  Sun, June 19, 2022   
This 10-day festival showcases over 80 American and international independent narrative, documentary and animated features, short films, and a host of special events and panel discussions.

World Series Of Comedy, Boston, $$
Wed, June 15, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
The World Series of Comedy is a stand-up comedy event for comedians of all levels. It starts with weeklong live satellite contests all around the U.S. and Canada and Online Showcases throughout the year

Coffee Networking with Boston Entrepreneurs, Boston, Free
Thu, June 16, 2022  -  Thu, June 16, 2022   
Join us to grab a cup of coffee and stay connected with the Boston entrepreneur community and Innovation Studio. This is your chance to catch up and share resources, thoughts, ideas, and ask questions!

On the Edge: Los Angeles Art 1970s – 1990s from the Joan and Jack Quinn Family C, Watertown, $
Thu, June 16, 2022  -  Wed, November 30, 2022   
JUNE 16 Opening of “On the Edge: Los Angeles Art 1970s – 1990s from the Joan and Jack Quinn Family Collection.' 75+ artists including John Altoon, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Frank Gehry, Helmut Newton, Ed Ruscha, and Aram Saroyan.

DATMA Presents “SHELTER 2022–23”: Flexible Fibers + Sustainable Solutions, New Bedford, Free
Thu, June 16, 2022  -  Mon, September 12, 2022   
Massachusetts Design Art and Technology Institute (DATMA), the non-collecting contemporary art institute, and its partners will kick-off a city-wide, collaborative venture in New Bedford called “SHELTER 2022–23”.

DATMA Presents “SHELTER 2022–23”: Safe Station: New Bedford’s Underground Railro, New Bedford, Free
Thu, June 16, 2022  -  Mon, September 12, 2022   
Massachusetts Design Art and Technology Institute (DATMA), the non-collecting contemporary art institute, and its partners will kick-off a city-wide, collaborative venture in New Bedford, MA, called “SHELTER 2022–23”.

DATMA Presents “SHELTER 2022–23”: Safe Harbor: Building the New Bedford Hurrican, New Bedford, Free
Thu, June 16, 2022  -  Mon, September 12, 2022   
Massachusetts Design Art and Technology Institute (DATMA), the non-collecting contemporary art institute, and its partners will kick-off a city-wide, collaborative venture in New Bedford, MA, called “SHELTER 2022–23”.

Tee Up Diversity, Back Bay
Thu, June 16, 2022  -  Thu, June 16, 2022   
Tee Up Diversity combines the opportunity to access world-class golf at the 122nd U.S. Open Championship with an exciting inaugural event featuring Anthony Anderson, Chris Spencer, and Damon Hack.

New England Premeire of Malcolm X Opera, Dorchester, Free
Fri, June 17, 2022  -  Fri, June 17, 2022   
New England premiere of Anthony Davis’s seminal opera X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X at The Strand Theater just blocks away from Malcolm X's childhood Roxbury

Jumanji at Moonrise: the Plymouth Drive-In, Plymouth, $$
Fri, June 17, 2022  -  Fri, June 17, 2022   
Enjoy a whole new drive-in movie experience in Plymouth, MA. Watch movies under the stars with a full kitchen and a beer garden. Join us for this special fundraising event!

Waltham Riverfest, Waltham, Free
Fri, June 17, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Come to Waltham Riverfest where Moody Street meets the Charles to celebrate the river plus local music, art, food, and culture. Plenty of kids activities, including robots and art!

The Advocates, Beverly, $$
Fri, June 17, 2022  -  Fri, June 17, 2022   
Swing Jazz Band with Live 18-Piece Orchestra. Swing into Summer at the Larcom with Beverly’s own The Avocates, Swing Jazz Band with live orchestra

Connors Farm: Annual Strawberry Festival June 18th (Rain Date June 19th, 2022), Danvers, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Jumping Pillows, Farm Animals, Hayrides, Cow Train, Grain Train, Duck Races, Pedal Carts, Billy Goat Rope Course and much more! Take a train ride on our custom built Putnamville Railroad.

Sing 2 at Moonrise: the Plymouth Drive-In, Plymouth, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Enjoy a whole new drive-in movie experience in Plymouth, MA. Watch movies under the stars with a full kitchen and a beer garden. Join us for this special fundraising event!

Father’s Day Weekend Arts & Craft Festival, Other Boston Area, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sun, June 19, 2022   
Celebrate Father's Day Weekend with this family and pet friendly festival! With lots of Artisans coming to showcase their crafts. Plus, a lot of specialty food to enjoy!

Annual Hudson Fest, Hudson, Free
Sat, June 18, 2022   
This free, family friendly festival is predominantly located on South St. in downtown Hudson, and includes two sound stages (Cellucci Park and the Avidia Lot), over 90 vendors, over 30 nonprofits, free and affordable children’s activities, the splash pad, costumed...

Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® presented by Valvoline Instant Oil Change at Pat, New England, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
The beloved and delicious Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® presented by Valvoline Instant Oil Change is back in a big way for its 39th year at a new location.

Faith in Practice: Breakfast & Family Event with NE Patriots Captain, Hamilton, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Join us for Faith in Practice: A Special Event with New England Patriots Captain Matthew Slater, in support of the Acord Food Pantry. This event includes a leadership breakfast and a family fun event.

Father’s Day Weekend Pizza, Beer, BBQ & Bluegrass at Appleton, Ipswich, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sun, June 19, 2022   
Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on Father’s Day weekend for some local beer, local BBQ and great, live bluegrass music. Sure to be fun for all dads!

Arts Fest Beverly 2022, Beverly, Free
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Arts Fest Beverly is a free outdoor festival that's fun for the whole family- including over 100 juried fine artists and crafters, music and entertainment, kids' activities, art-on-the-spot creations and food trucks.

USA vs. Portugal - Newport International Polo Series, Rhode Island, $
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Public exhibition polo matches every Saturday, June through September, featuring teams from around the world and major U.S. Cities competing against the home team, USA/Newport.

Arlington Porchfest 2022, Arlington, Free
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sun, June 19, 2022   
Porchfest is back and it;s better than ever! This is a grassroots music festival where bands play on front porches across town and people walk, bike or drive around to enjoy tons of free outdoor music, performances, and visual arts exhibits.

Arthur Moon: Intrumentalist, Boston, $$
Sat, June 18, 2022  -  Sat, June 18, 2022   
Arthur Moon is the moniker of Lora-Faye Åshuvud, a multi-instrumentalist from New York. Åshuvud takes an intuitive and unusual approach to composition, melding pop, electronic, and experimental sensibilities.

TRIO NOW Jazz Concert, Wayland
Sun, June 19, 2022  -  Sun, June 19, 2022   
On Sunday, June 19th at 2 pm, The W Gallery proudly presents the jazz group, TRIO NOW. This concert is part of the monthly jazz series at the W.

Taylor Bray Farm Sheep Festival, Yarmouth, $
Sun, June 19, 2022   
Stop by this Yarmouth hidden gem on Father's Day for a fun family-friendly event! Watch sheep shearing and herding. There are demos of wool dying, spinning and weaving and sales of a variety of wool products.

Steve and Kate's Camp Boston, Boston, $$$
Mon, June 20, 2022  -  Fri, August 12, 2022   
At Steve & Kate’s, kids try, fail, and learn on their own. They learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence.

The Oxford Punch Needle Chair Pad Workshop, Wayland
Tue, June 21, 2022  -  Tue, July 12, 2022   
Beginners, come learn how to make a 12 inch round chair pad with the Oxford Punch Needle on Tuesdays at The W Gallery (57 Andrew Ave, Wayland, MA)

Subsonic Eye, Boston, $
Tue, June 21, 2022  -  Tue, June 21, 2022   
Beginning in 2017 as five friends formed through dreampop-centered kinship, Subsonic Eye crafts noise rock with earth-inflected parallels, brought to life through adventures in Singaporean forests and a wide-eyed love for the natural world.

PUPPET ACADEMY by Puppet Academy Theater, Boston, $$
Tue, June 21, 2022  -  Fri, June 24, 2022   
A collaboration between Wheelock Family Theatre and Puppet Showplace Theater!

Summer Solstice Celebration 2022, Cambridge, Free
Tue, June 21, 2022  -  Tue, June 21, 2022   
Celebrate the longest day of the year and mark the beginning of summer—in person!—with the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture. Enjoy free admission to all four HMSC museums, hands-on activities, food, music and more!

Summer Solstice Celebration: Night at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture, Cambridge, Free
Tue, June 21, 2022  -  Tue, June 21, 2022   
Summer solstice at the Harvard Museums of Science and Culture is back in person! Visit all four museums free of charge and enjoy activities, food, and music at this special event fit for all ages.

Amesbury Beer and Music Walk, Amesbury, $$
Fri, June 24, 2022  -  Fri, June 24, 2022   
Welcome to the 2022 Amesbury Beer and Music Walk! 4th annual Beer and Music Walk in Amesbury. Four locations, Four live bands, Food Trucks and plenty of breweries.

Daniel Nunnelee, Boston, $$
Fri, June 24, 2022  -  Fri, June 24, 2022   
Daniel Nunnelee is an alternative folk artist based out of Nashville, TN. Born in Memphis and raised in small towns around Mississippi and Tennessee, Daniel spent time in many different churches.

Schools Out Block Party, Fitchburg, $
Fri, June 24, 2022  -  Fri, June 24, 2022   
Block Party will feature the Boot Camp and other inflatables set up in the parking lot in front of the store. The inflatables in the parking lot will be available from 10am to 4pm.

Wicked Good Playdates Summer 2022, Newton, Free
Fri, June 24, 2022  -  Sat, June 25, 2022   
Join us for a Playdate at The Street (Chestnut Hill) on Friday 6/24/2022 at 10:30AM! Little ones will stay entertained with entertainment by The Jamzone and moms will have the opportunity to meet and mingle!