The Tall Ships are returning to Boston Harbor July 11-16, 2026 for Sail Boston, part of Sail250 - celebrating America's 250th anniversary Free...
Saturday, Jul 11 - Thursday, Jul 16

Free Friday Flicks are classic & popular, family-oriented movies shown each Friday night in Boston throughout the summer at the DCR Hatch Shell...
Friday, Jul 10 | Hamilton (2h 40m) (Esplanade only)

Enjoy free, family-friendly movies on Prudential Centers South Garden on summer Saturdays. From classics to recent blockbusters, the movie...
Saturday, Jul 11 | Bring It On

Our Sports Centers offer free summer camp alternatives to Boston youth. Each location offers instruction in several popular sports from July...
Monday, Jul 6 - Friday, Aug 21

Eastie Week is a celebration of the rich, vibrant, and resilient community of East Boston, its people, history, culture, music, and art.
Sunday, Jul 12 - Wednesday, Jul 29

The Tito Puente Latin Music Series takes place in July and August at outdoor locations across Boston. The six-concert series is an infectious...
Every Thursday, Jul 9 - Aug 13

The North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) presents its 2026 Jazz in the Park series at the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Thursdays, July...
Every Tuesday, Jul 9 - Aug 4

Plan ahead! During the month of August, Highliand Street Foundation partners with special MA cultural venues to offer free admission days - posting this early for planning...
Saturday, Aug 1 - Monday, Aug 31

Vendors selling a variety of jerk hot spiced food, hot sauces and Caribbean specialty products; craft vendors, live music, kids activities, a...
Every Saturday, Jul 10 - Jul 12

The classic tale of a big fish who finds its way to an island paradise but ultimately meets a tragic fate due to its outsized appetites. See...
Friday, Jul 3 - Monday, Jul 6

SomerMovie Fest returns with a lineup of six free outdoor movie nights. Families, friends, and film lovers are invited to bring blankets, snacks, at two locations...
Thursday, Jul 9 - Friday, Aug 14

Cambridge PorchFest is a free, walkable community music festival features over 70 local musicians performing on 25 porches throughout Cambridgeport....
Saturday, Jul 11 - Sunday, Jul 12

Join us at the Somerville Community Growing Center for summer nights of fiber crafting and new friends Bring any fiber craft project and work...
Monday, Jul 6 - Monday, Aug 10

Unwind at First Parish Dorchester for a lively, recurring Friday night of friendly competition Gather for board games, card games, tasty snacks,...
Friday, Jul 10

Step into our swamp on Friday, July 10 for an evening of Shrek themed trivia Games start at 6 and 7pm in the HUB for prizes.
Friday, Jul 10

Bring the kiddos and join us on Wednesdays and Thursdays in July and August These free events feature music, fun performances, arts and crafts,...
Wednesday, Jul 8 - Good News Gus | Thursday Jul 9 - Jungle Jim

This summer, enjoy a free movie at Revere Beach. Entertainment is from 6:00PM - 8:00PM with music and popcorn. The movie will begin at dusk....
Thursday, Jul 9 | Lilo & Stitch

This year, the STEAM Discovery Camp series will span every Tuesday ALL SUMMER Join us all summer from July 7th-August 25th, for Summer Vacation...
Every Tuesday, Jul 7 - Aug 25

Join Rockport Music for our 2026 Rockport Music Gala: Midsummer Celebration on Friday, July 10a memorable evening featuring internationally...
Friday, Jul 10

Main Street, Downtown Gloucester comes alive when the Street is closed off and we have live music, street performers, non-profits, food vendors,...
Saturday, Jul 11

Experience a massive celebration of pop culture featuring incredible artwork and vibrant cosplay. This family-friendly expo brings together fans...
Friday, Jul 10 - Sunday, Jul 12

Immerse yourself in a thrilling universe of pop culture art and vibrant cosplay. This free event brings together top fan favorites from anime,...
Friday, Jul 10 - Sunday, Jul 12

AHA (Art-History-Architecture) Night is New Bedford's Free arts and culture event which takes place the 2nd Thursday of every month in downtown...
Thursday, Jul 9 | Theme: Baseball Rules

Randolph's new community celebration features live bands, entertainment, activities, and family-friendly fun for all ages. A fresh take on a...
Saturday, Jul 11

We're thrilled that everyone's favorite outdoor music event is returning, featuring live performances by local favorites.
Friday, Jul 10 - Friday, Sep 4

Join us to say 'aloha' to our first summer family night of the season Family members are invited to join us every other Thursday for summer...
Thursday, Jul 9

Embark on an exciting planetarium adventure based on Magic Tree House. Young explorers will travel through the Solar System and discover the...
Wednesday, Jul 8

Kick back and enjoy a fun movie night with Brockton Arts Inc. Gather with friends and fellow movie buffs for great film screenings, popcorn,...
Friday, Jul 10

Join Save the Harbor Save the Bay at Wollaston Beach for an inclusive, accessible day of coastal fun featuring adaptive beach wheelchairs, games,...
Saturday, Jul 11

Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. The fully accessible campus provides indoor STEM-based...
Friday, Jul 10

Enjoy a series of outdoor summer concerts at the NARA Park Ampitheatre (weather permitting). This series include both free and ticketed concert...
Saturday, Jun 27 - Friday, Oct 16

The Newton Centre Bowl comes alive with music and dancing for six weeks this summer in the open space adjacent to the playground and just down...
Every Sunday, Jul 5 - Aug 9

Experience an afternoon in the planetarium featuring a Summer Night Sky Tour followed by the fulldome film We Are Guardians. Program length is...
Wednesday, Jul 8

This concert's theme is Born in the USA featuring works by American composers, including Leroy Anderson, Leonard Bernstein, Duke Ellington,...
Thursday, Jul 9

This 25-minute performance features musicians and a storyteller sharing Revolutionary-era songs with a folk-rock twist. It explores how music...
Wed - Sun, Jul 1 - Jul 26

Watch local high school dance teams battle for the top spot on the Worcester Common Oval Rep your school colors and enjoy a high-energy, family-friendly...
Friday, Jul 10

Looking for the right summer camp? Families in the Greater Boston area have no shortage of options. With programs for nearly every interest, schedule, and age group, it's easier than ever to find the perfect fit for your child's best summer yet.

Summertime means grabbing a blanket and some snacks, and watching a free movie outside. And luckily, there are quite a few outdoor movie series to choose from in the Boston area. Here's a great list of Summer Movies under the stars that we can look forward to.

Summertime means grabbing a blanket and some snacks, and watching a free movie outside. And luckily, there are quite a few outdoor movie series to choose from in the Boston area. Here's a great list of Summer Movies under the stars that we can all look forward to.

The sounds of summer are pretty sweet in Boston. Outdoor concerts are a summer staple and Boston provides a plethora of opportunities to spend warm summer evenings outside with friends, enjoying food and drinks and your favorite tunes.

When it rains in Boston, it's helpful to know about fun things to do indoors, so you can still enjoy the day. Rainy day activities can actually be great option on any day - but sometimes the weather just calls for indoor activities.