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Día de Muertos at Copley Square

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and Emilio Rabasa, the Consul General of Mexico in Boston, invite you to celebrate Día de Muertos and those whose memories we keep alive.

November 1, 2018
Event Date2018-11-01T12:00:00 - 2018-11-01T21:00:00

In traditional Mexican homes, every November 1 and 2, departed family members are remembered with altars lovingly decorated with photographs, papel picado, offerings of fruit, favorite food and drink, candles, and masses of fragrant orange marigolds, la flor de cempasuchil.

Marigolds, with their bright orange color and scent, are thought to guide the spirits home. The City of Boston’s altar in Copley Square will contain 500 pots of marigolds, grown from seed and tended to since August by Boston Parks Department horticulturalists. You can upload photos of your loved ones to have them displayed at the altar:

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Schedule of events:
  • November 1 and 2, 12 - 9 p.m., Copley Square: Traditional Altar de Muertos
  • November 1, 5:30 p.m. and November 2, 3 p.m., Copley Hall (Rabb Hall), Free showing of "Coco"
  • November 2, 5:30 p.m.: Speaking program

There will also be food, music, and more during the two-day event.

November 1, 2018
Event Date2018-11-01T12:00:00 - 2018-11-01T21:00:00

Boston Artists-in-Residence (AIR) final celebration

The final celebration for this year's cohort of artists-in-residence will be held on November 30 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the BSA Space.

November 30, 2018
Event Date2018-11-30T17:30:00 - 2018-11-30T20:30:00

For the past year, seven artists have dedicated themselves to the exploration of City of Boston policies, processes, and practices through a lens of resilience and racial equity. As members of the Boston AIR cohort, artists developed multidisciplinary projects addressing civic concerns, such as:

  • environmental racism in climate change response
  • community activism led by older Bostonians, and
  • gaps in historic narratives in City archives and memorials.

Some have worked alongside City subject matter experts and co-designed a program, while others have worked with community centers and other partners to understand municipal policy impact on a personal level. Through Boston AIR, the City of Boston is providing support and structure for artists as engaged citizens, leading thinkers, and change-makers in our community with the belief and trust that artists can and do influence and shape our City.

Refreshments will be served, and the event is free to the public. All ages are welcome!

November 30, 2018
Event Date2018-11-30T17:30:00 - 2018-11-30T20:30:00

Mayor Walsh’s Movie Nights: 'The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part'

Join us for movies under the stars in Boston Parks. This event starts at dusk.

August 29, 2019
Event Date2019-08-29T20:00:00

This series is presented by Bank of America, with support from Hot 96.9 and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

August 29, 2019
Event Date2019-08-29T20:00:00

South End Movie Night: Moana 2

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August.

August 18, 2025
Event Date2025-08-18T19:45:00 - 2025-08-18T22:00:00

“Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. (Year: 2024; Rating: PG)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

Free popcorn will be provided while supplies last.

No pre-registration needed to attend.

August 18, 2025
Event Date2025-08-18T19:45:00 - 2025-08-18T22:00:00

Mayor Walsh’s Movie Nights: 'Black Panther'

Join us for movies under the stars in Boston Parks. This event starts at dusk.

August 20, 2019
Event Date2019-08-20T20:00:00

This series is presented by Bank of America, with support from Hot 96.9 and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

August 20, 2019
Event Date2019-08-20T20:00:00

Allston/Brighton Movie Night: Migration

Park's Movie Nights give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy popular films under the night skies in City parks in August.

August 13, 2025
Event Date2025-08-13T19:45:00 - 2025-08-13T22:00:00

The animated film tells the story of a family of ducks dreaming of the perfect getaway vacation. Mack, the overprotective father, cannot take the risk of traveling from New England all the way to Jamaica. When his two kids, Dax and Gwen, try to convince him to take the leap, Mack must navigate the tricky route through New York City while keeping his family safe. (Year: 2023; Rating: PG)

All shows begin at dusk. The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and title sponsor Bank of America with additional support from the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

Free fresh popcorn will be provided while supplies last.

No pre-registration needed to attend.

August 13, 2025
Event Date2025-08-13T19:45:00 - 2025-08-13T22:00:00

Mayor Walsh’s Movie Nights: 'Ralph Breaks the Internet'

Join us for movies under the stars in Boston Parks. This event starts at dusk.

August 12, 2019
Event Date2019-08-12T20:00:00

This series is presented by Bank of America, with support from Hot 96.9 and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

August 12, 2019
Event Date2019-08-12T20:00:00

Mayor Walsh’s Movie Nights: 'Dumbo'

Join us for movies under the stars in Boston Parks. This event starts at dusk.

August 27, 2019
Event Date2019-08-27T20:00:00

This series is presented by Bank of America, with support from Hot 96.9 and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

 

August 27, 2019
Event Date2019-08-27T20:00:00

Mayor Walsh’s Movie Nights: 'Spider-man: Into the Spider-verse'

Join us for movies under the stars in Boston Parks. This event starts at dusk.

August 21, 2019
Event Date2019-08-21T20:00:00

This series is presented by Bank of America, with support from Hot 96.9 and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

August 21, 2019
Event Date2019-08-21T20:00:00

Mayor Walsh’s Movie Nights: 'The Incredibles 2'

Join us for movies under the stars in Boston Parks. This event starts at dusk.

August 5, 2019
Event Date2019-08-05T20:00:00

This series is presented by Bank of America, with support from Hot 96.9 and the Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

August 5, 2019
Event Date2019-08-05T20:00:00
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