On Father’s Day, June 15, admission at the Franklin Park Zoo is free for everyone courtesy of Highland Street Foundation! Advance registration required through Highland Street Foundation. Tickets distributed on first come first serve basis. Limit 5 spots per registrant. Learn more and register at the Zoo New England website.
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 […]
Join Emerald Necklace Conservancy staff and volunteers in the Kelleher Rose Garden to deadhead and prune roses and to weed the rose beds and borders. Training and tools are provided. Registration is required in order to participate. Those who register will automatically receive an email with further details, including the necessary waiver to sign and specific information […]
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 […]
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.
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. Learn More
Visit the Shattuck Visitor Center for live music, lawn games, a guided tour and more! Check back this spring for more information!
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.
