Walk the Waterways Tour
2025-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Jamaica Pond Boathouse, 507 Jamaicaway, Boston, Massachusetts, 02130
Offered by the Boston Park Rangers
Come along with the Boston Park Rangers as they traverse the Muddy River through the Emerald Necklace. Our journey will begin at the headwaters of the Muddy River at the Jamaica Pond Boathouse and will continue through the Emerald Necklace, ending in the Back Bay Fens. Discover the groundbreaking vision that the designer of NYC’s Central Park and the father of American landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmsted, had for Boston’s Park System while strolling through 4 different parks on this 4-mile walk.
Learn more at the City of Boston website.

Brookline Juneteenth Block Party
2025-06-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Florida Ruffin Ridley School, 345 Harvard St, Brookline, MA, 02446
This year’s theme is The Freedom Frontier — a celebration honoring the trailblazers of the first Juneteenth celebrations in Texas, and the legacy of Black cowboys and cowgirls who paved the way!

Get ready for a day packed with:

FREE Food FREE Music Line Dancing Giant Waterslides AND our newest special guest… A MECHANICAL BULL!

Last year was incredible — but this year is going to be even BIGGER! You don’t want to miss it.

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Parks Fitness: Walking Group with Brandy
2025-06-07 08:00 - 09:00 | Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse, 1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester, MA, United States
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of the City of Boston’s certified instructors! Classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Learn more and register here.

Boston Juneteenth Celebration
2025-06-21 11:00 - 19:00 | Shattuck Picnic Grove, Circuit Drive, Boston, 02124
Join the City of Boston on Saturday, June 21, 2025 for a Juneteenth Celebration at Franklin Park! Enjoy picnics, barbecues, music, dancing and more at the Shattuck Picnic Grove and all over the park.
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Charlesgate Farmers Market
2025-06-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Charlesgate, Boston, MA, 02215
The Charlesgate Farmers Market returns for the 2025 season! Head to the intersection of Comm Ave and Charlesgate East & West starting Sunday, June 22 for farm-fresh produce, prepared foods and other local goods.

BAMS Fest
2025-06-28 12:00 | Franklin Park Playstead, Circuit Drive, Boston, MA, 02121, United States
Visit the Franklin Park Playstead for BAMS Fest, Boston’s fastest-growing cultural event emphasizing Black and Brown voices, culture and artistry!
Learn more about BAMS Fest here.

Boston Black PRIDE Music & Arts Festival
2025-07-06 12:00 - 20:00 | Shattuck Picnic Grove, Circuit Drive, Boston, 02124
Join the Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation for their annual Black Pride music and arts festival filled with live performances, resource tables, small businesses, activities for the youth & children, food, beverages, and a nice summer day in community !

Canceled: Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park
2025-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park, Pierpont Road and Glen Lane, Boston, MA, 02119
Join the Franklin Park Coalition for a beloved annual tradition, carrying on the legacy of trailblazing arts educator Elma Lewis!
Bring your lawn chairs, lots of friends and a picnic supper (or buy one from food trucks), and enjoy free live R&B, reggae and gospel music in Franklin Park! All shows are Tuesday evening from 6pm to dusk.
Featuring Amanda “Lady Emcee” Merricks – back for her 10th Playhouse season.
July 8 – Athene Wilson [canceled due to inclement weather]
July 15 – Maryknoll Terrace
July 22 – The Real Last Call of Boston
July 29 – Nephrok
August 7 (Thurs) – Caribbean Night with Safiya
August 12 – Canitra Rashe and AP & The Groove
August 19 – Move the Crowd DJ Showdown

6th Annual WATERGOAT Launch
2025-07-13 11:00 - 13:00 | 50 Charlesgate East, 50 Charlesgate East, Boston, MA, 02215
Hosted by Muddy Water Initiative
Live music, live baby goats, cold drinks, free ice cream and more: Come for the Cleanup, Stay for the Fun! It’s GOATS’n’BOATS on the Muddy River! Spend your Sunday outside doing good for our community and our planet–clean up the Muddy River or just learn about it–come alone or bring friends and family,–meet some people, hold some goats, and have some fun!🐐Next to the historic Richardson Bridge and down the Street from Fenway Park. Get your feet wet and your hands dirty–Make a Difference for our Earth!
The Muddy Water Initiative is having its SIXTH annual WATERGOAT Launch! Sunday July 13, 11am-1pm at the Ipswich Street Bridge (across from 50 Charlesgate East, Boston)—Get to know your Boston Community while doing good for our city and our planet. Available to all levels of mobility –something for all. Come Down to the River and get Muddy with us!

Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park
2025-07-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park, Pierpont Road and Glen Lane, Boston, MA, 02119
Join the Franklin Park Coalition for a beloved annual tradition, carrying on the legacy of trailblazing arts educator Elma Lewis!
Bring your lawn chairs, lots of friends and a picnic supper (or buy one from food trucks), and enjoy free live R&B, reggae and gospel music in Franklin Park! All shows are Tuesday evening from 6pm to dusk.
Featuring Amanda “Lady Emcee” Merricks – back for her 10th Playhouse season.
July 8 – Athene Wilson
July 15 – Maryknoll Terrace
July 22 – The Real Last Call of Boston
July 29 – Nephrok
August 7 (Thurs) – Caribbean Night with Safiya
August 12 – Canitra Rashe and AP & The Groove
August 19 – Move the Crowd DJ Showdown

Boston Park Rangers Stable Tour
2025-07-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Franklin Park Maintenance Yard, 275 Canterbury Street, Boston, MA, 02131
Join the Boston Park Rangers on a tour of their Franklin Park stable as they introduce you to they equine partners. This is a behind-the-scenes look at how the Boston Park Rangers operate their stable. This tour is intended for all ages; children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn more at the City of Boston website.

4th Annual Art in the Park
2025-07-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site, 99 Warren Street, Brookline, MA, 02445, United States
Enjoy a summer day filled with music and art on the South Lawn!
The day will include performances by Vanessa Trien and The Jumping Monkeys and Juventas New Music Ensemble. Family-friendly art activities will be available throughout the day, as well as tours of the historic design office at set times. This free event is made possible in partnership with the Friends of Fairsted.

11 AM: Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys
2 PM: Juventas New Music Ensemble
10 AM and 1 PM: Staff-Led Tours of the Historic Design Office

First Night of Boston Lights at the Franklin Park Zoo
2025-08-01 18:00 - 22:30 | Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston, MA, 02121, United States
Get your glow on at an all-new Boston Lights!
Prepare to be dazzled as you wander through this immersive experience filled with lanterns, interactive displays and Instagrammable moments at every turn.
Boston Lights draws inspiration from natural habitats around the globe, including mountainous plateaus, rainforest canopies and undersea reefs. This year, walk through our shimmering mystical forest, which features floral-themed light tunnels, mythical animal designs, and a majestic glowing owl, measuring over 22 feet tall! Discover China’s rich heritage as you journey through a dazzling array of traditional lanterns, featuring pandas, pheasants, peacocks and dragons.
Learn more and purchase tickets at the Zoo New England website.

Guided Native & Invasive Plants Walk
2025-08-03 12:00 - 13:00 | “Giraffe” Entrance at the Franklin Park Zoo
Join Zoo New England and the Franklin Park Coalition for a guided nature walk through the beautiful and historic Long Crouch Woods of Franklin Park, where you’ll learn to identify both native and invasive plant species. Led by Franklin Park Ecological Restoration Foreperson, Shannon Borucke, and Franklin Park Zoo Naturalist, Jeff Taylor. This walk is perfect for nature lovers, amateur botanists, and anyone curious about the ecological balance of our local green spaces.
This event is a feature of the Franklin Park Biodiversity Project, a community-driven initiative designed to inspire curiosity, build conservation skills, and celebrate the incredible wildlife thriving in Boston’s largest park.
Led by expert naturalists, the free guided walks invite participants of all ages to explore Franklin Park’s diverse habitats, observe native species, and learn how to support urban biodiversity. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or just starting out, there’s something for everyone!
For August event dates and registration, visit zoonewengland.org/walks

Lunch Break Birding
2025-08-05 12:00 - 13:00 | “Giraffe” Entrance at the Franklin Park Zoo
What better way to spend your afternoon than with the sights and sounds of nature! Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious about the wildlife in your backyard, this gentle afternoon stroll is a great way to connect with nature and your community. Led by Zoo New England‘s Vice President of Animal Health and Conservation, Eric Baitchman.
This event is a feature of the Franklin Park Biodiversity Project, a community-driven initiative designed to inspire curiosity, build conservation skills, and celebrate the incredible wildlife thriving in Boston’s largest park.
Led by expert naturalists, the free guided walks invite participants of all ages to explore Franklin Park’s diverse habitats, observe native species, and learn how to support urban biodiversity. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or just starting out, there’s something for everyone!
For August event dates and registration, visit zoonewengland.org/walks
