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E-13 Halloween Block Party

Join Captain Alfredo Andres and the Area E-13 Boston Police officers.

October 28, 2017
  • 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 3345 Washington Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Kerry Ryan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-28T14:00:00 - 2017-10-28T17:00:00

The officers of the E-13 would like to invite the community to celebrate Halloween in the neighborhood. There will be food, games, face painting, and much more!

October 28, 2017
  • 2:00pm - 5:00pm
  • 3345 Washington Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Kerry Ryan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Mission Hill
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-28T14:00:00 - 2017-10-28T17:00:00

Robot Block Party

Come see the largest collection of autonomous vehicles and robots ever assembled in Boston.

October 15, 2017
  • 11:00am - 5:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-15T11:00:00 - 2017-10-15T17:00:00
  • What does a self-driving car look like?
  • Will robots change how we live?
  • How will autonomous vehicles change the way we get around Boston?
  • What does this new technology mean for how we develop our city?

Come kick the tires on a real autonomous vehicle that is learning the streets of Boston and ask your questions!

The City of Boston and MassRobotics have partnered to host the City's first Robot Block Party and Autonomous Vehicle Petting Zoo, presented by HUBweek. Come by City Hall Plaza for the free, family-friendly event on Sunday, October 15, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Over 20 universities and companies will converge on The Hub to showcase their latest innovations. Beyond wide-eyed curiosity - let’s take a deeper dive into what implications the world of robotics brings. Chat with over 20 different robotics companies and researchers who are testing the limits of artificial intelligence.

October 15, 2017
  • 11:00am - 5:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
Event Date2017-10-15T11:00:00 - 2017-10-15T17:00:00

BCYF Holland Haunted House

Come join us for a night of fright and fun!

October 28, 2017
Event Date2017-10-28T17:00:00 - 2017-10-28T20:00:00

Celebrate Halloween with chills and thrills as the BCYF Holland Community Center is transformed into a Haunted House....if you dare! All ages welcome.

Sponsored by the Holland Council.

October 28, 2017
Event Date2017-10-28T17:00:00 - 2017-10-28T20:00:00

Heating and Insulation Workshop - Dorchester

Renew Boston is hosting a free workshop. We'll provide resources to homeowners, landlords, and property owners on ways to reduce energy usage.

November 18, 2017
Event Date2017-11-18T10:00:00 - 2017-11-18T11:30:00

Attend our free heating and insulation workshop to help you prepare for the upcoming winter! You'll learn about:

  • what you can get during a Mass Save home energy visit, and
  • great rebates and incentives available for heating and insulation.

You'll also have the chance to speak with a representative from Mass Save and ABCD Weatherization Assistance Program. They'll be able to answer any of your questions.

November 18, 2017
Event Date2017-11-18T10:00:00 - 2017-11-18T11:30:00

Heating and Insulation Workshop - Hyde Park

Renew Boston is hosting a free workshop. We'll provide resources to homeowners, landlords, and property owners on ways to reduce energy usage.

October 21, 2017
Event Date2017-10-21T10:00:00 - 2017-10-21T11:30:00

Attend our free heating and insulation workshop to help you prepare for the upcoming winter! You'll learn about:

  • what you can get during a Mass Save home energy visit, and
  • great rebates and incentives available for heating and insulation.

You'll also have the chance to speak with a representative from Mass Save and ABCD Weatherization Assistance Program. They'll be able to answer any of your questions.

October 21, 2017
Event Date2017-10-21T10:00:00 - 2017-10-21T11:30:00

BCYF Halloween Skate Night

Youth ages 6 - 17 are invited to show off their costumes and have fun roller skating.

October 27, 2017
Event Date2017-10-27T16:00:00 - 2017-10-27T19:00:00

Boston boys and girls ages 6 - 17 are invited to celebrate Halloween at a fun and festive Skate Night at Chez Vous! Youth 12 and under must come with parent or guardian.

This event is sponsored by:

  • the Shannon Grant
  • Boston P.A.L., and
  • the Foundation for BCYF.
October 27, 2017
Event Date2017-10-27T16:00:00 - 2017-10-27T19:00:00

Heating and Insulation Workshop - Dorchester

Renew Boston is hosting a free workshop. We'll provide resources to homeowners, landlords, and property owners on ways to reduce energy usage.

October 14, 2017
Event Date2017-10-14T10:00:00 - 2017-10-14T11:30:00

Attend our free heating and insulation workshop to help you prepare for the upcoming winter! You'll learn about:

  • what you can get during a Mass Save home energy visit, and
  • great rebates and incentives available for heating and insulation.

You'll also have the chance to speak with a representative from Mass Save and ABCD Weatherization Assistance Program. They'll be able to answer any of your questions.

October 14, 2017
Event Date2017-10-14T10:00:00 - 2017-10-14T11:30:00

Getting involved in local government

A civic engagement event for the disability community.

October 24, 2017
Event Date2017-10-24T14:00:00 - 2017-10-24T16:00:00

The public is invited to join the Mayor's Commission for Persons with Disabilities and the Boston Election Department for an event about getting involved in local government. You'll learn about how civic engagement is accessible to everyone.

Agenda:
  • Welcome by City officials
  • See ADA accessibility upgrades in City Hall
  • Find your city councilor and polling place
  • Register to vote and learn about voting rights
  • See accessibility features and try the Automark

Wheelchair Accessible  -  ASL  -  CART - Scent Free

For other accommodation requests, contact us by October 10 at disability@boston.gov. You can also call us at 617-635-3682 / 617-635-2541 TTY

October 24, 2017
Event Date2017-10-24T14:00:00 - 2017-10-24T16:00:00

Holiday Pops Veterans and Military Appreciation Night

You're invited to the Veterans and Military Appreciation Night at the Holiday Pops!

November 30, 2023
  • 7:30pm - 9:00pm
  • 301 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Veterans Services
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2257
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-11-30T19:30:00 - 2023-11-30T21:00:00

The Mayor's Office of Veterans' Services, in partnership with The Holiday Pops and the Highland Street Foundation, will be hosting a Veterans and Military Appreciation Night at The Boston Pops. Join us on Thursday, November 30, at Symphony Hall!  The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.



We're limiting requester's to eight tickets at this time. If you'd like to request more tickets, please email us at veterans@boston.gov. This Boston Pops event is part of our effort to engage with service members and their families. This event is a collaboration between:

  • Boston Pops
  • Highland Street Foundation, and
  • Boston Veterans Services.

To register, please click the link below.

November 30, 2023
  • 7:30pm - 9:00pm
  • 301 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Contact:
    Veterans Services
  • send an email
  • 617-635-2257
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-11-30T19:30:00 - 2023-11-30T21:00:00

Event sponsors

Highland Street Foundation
Boston Pops

Fall-o-Ween Children's Festival 2025

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department will host the fifth annual Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival at the Boston Common Frog Pond.

October 17, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Charles and Beacon Streets
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-17T17:00:00 - 2025-10-17T20:00:00

The Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Skating Club of Boston. Key sponsor is HP Hood LLC. Additional support is provided by New England Dairy Council and Polar Beverages. 

Adults and children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and participate in a wide range of free, fun, and spooky family-friendly activities. Test your courage in our Haunted Zombie Maze and try the Jumpin’ Pumpkin or Scarecrow Slide. 

A “monster mash” of activities will include music, arts and crafts, treats, rides on the trackless train and field games facilitated by Knucklebones  Visit the New England Dairy displays to enjoy both the Mobile Dairy bar and the Mobile Dairy Experience.  Enjoy live entertainment at the Parks Department Stage with music, magic and a ventriloquist.

Don't miss out, it's going to be frightfully fun! We hope to see you there!

October 17, 2025
  • 5:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Corner of Charles and Beacon Streets
    Boston, MA 02108
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2025-10-17T17:00:00 - 2025-10-17T20:00:00
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