The AfroBiz Pop-Up Market: Boston Hub is a vibrant, open-air celebration designed to uplift and showcase small Black- and African-descended businesses in Boston.

This is your opportunity to meet potential customers, connect with sponsors, small business suppliers, and fellow entrepreneurs — and even spark future partnerships.

Whether you're an artisan, food vendor, wellness coach, designer, or creative entrepreneur, you are welcome to bring your own table and chair, sell your products, and promote your amazing business to an engaged and supportive audience.

The event will include live music, storytelling, a cultural showcase, and will be livestreamed across social platforms to maximize your visibility beyond the event space.Free and open to all — come shop, connect, and celebrate culture and commerce in the heart of Boston!

Hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance, the Queer Artists Market brings a day of outdoor festivities and shopping to Downtown Crossing in partnership with The Queer Neighborhood Council. Visitors can browse a diverse selection of handmade art and goods from LGBTQIA+ vendors while also connecting with local advocacy organizations offering community resources and support services. The event features live music from Boston’s The Femmes, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere. At Summer Street Plaza @ Washington St. from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., this celebration of creativity and community is a must-visit. Rain date: June 1.

At the Fest we'll be fostering intergenerational visibility and support and creating opportunities for connection and shared experience. Adults, teens, and children are all warmly welcomed.

The Fest will feature:

⚡️ Creative Arts and Crafts: Engaging activities for all ages, fostering connection and self-expression.

💖 Community Resource Tables with information and support from local LGBTQIA2S+ organizations.

🍿 Snacks to enjoy while connecting with fellow attendees.

🌈 Sliding-Scale Family Portraits: Professional portraits capturing the unique essence of your family.

🛝 City Hall Plaza Playground: An outdoor space for kids and families to play and enjoy.

Join the City of Boston’s Office of Small Business for a Small Business Resource Fair on Thursday, May 8 at DotHouse Health in Fields Corner!

Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow your business, the Small Business Resource Fair  offers a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and speak directly with City of Boston departments that support small businesses every day.

📅 Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025

🕒 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

📍 Location: DotHouse Health, 1353 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA

This drop-in style resource fair will feature:

• One-on-one conversations with City staff
• Information on starting, building, and expanding a business in Boston
• Networking opportunities with other small business owners
• Light refreshments

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.

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In addition to a robust event calendar, Small Business Month will also feature videos on the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion social media channels spotlighting Office of Small Business staff, Main Streets Directors, and neighborhood businesses. Throughout the month, the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion will also share information about Small Business programs.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS

Encounter Paul and Rachel Revere in their home as he prepares to depart on his Midnight Ride. Tour the museum’s Visitor Center, where museum staff will share the full story of Revere’s adventures on April 18, 1775. 

As the evening progresses, gather in North Square to witness Revere’s departure from his home, and follow in his footsteps as he makes his way stealthily to the waterfront.

Open House is from 5:30 -7:30 p.m.

Departure for waterfront 8:00 p.m.

This year’s conference theme is Rooted in Wellness, Growing in Community, emphasizing the importance of self-care as the foundation for our girls’ mental health and well-being. Too often, our girls are told they must push through and remain resilient, even at the expense of their well-being. Through this event, we are flipping that narrative—we want our girls to prioritize their mental health and embrace self-care unapologetically. When our girls take the time to care for themselves, they not only thrive individually but also strengthen their communities.

Tickets for this year’s Annual Conference are sold out. We invite you to join the waitlist for your girl.