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Hike Boston: Ranger Led Hike

Reason for cancellation: Heat Advisory
July 17, 2024
2024-07-17T11:00:00

Boston Park Rangers, Urban Wilds staff, and Parks employees will provide formal and informal discussions or tours during the hikes. Some hikes may be more focused on taking a walk in the park, while others may be more informational.

Description: Join a Boston Park Ranger for a short walk, interpretive talk, or day hike and learn more about Boston's park system. Guided hikes and walks vary in length from .5 miles up to 4 miles. Depending on the length, they can last from 30 minutes up to 3 hours. All guided hikes and walks will begin at a predetermined location in the area in which they are offered. Restrooms and drinking water may or may not be available, come prepared with whatever you will need for the tour.

Topics and routes will vary depending on the location. Rangers will provide information on the natural and cultural history of the park throughout the walk or hike. These tours are offered in many areas of the city, including; Franklin Park, Jamaica Pond and Olmsted Park, The Back Bay Fens, and the Boston Common.

For more information visit the Hike Boston home page.

July 17, 2024
2024-07-17T11:00:00
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February Vacation Open Gym

The Parks Department hosts a February Vacation Open Gym at the Bubble on Tuesday, February 21 and Thursday, February 23 for ages 7 and up.

February 23, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-23T10:00:00 - 2023-02-23T12:00:00

Open Gym is available to students, families, and/or community members to play pick-up sports such as kick ball, wiffle ball, soccer, football, and participate in fitness stations, run laps, etc.

February 23, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-23T10:00:00 - 2023-02-23T12:00:00
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February Vacation Open Gym

The Parks Department hosts a February Vacation Open Gym at the Bubble on Tuesday, February 21 and Thursday, February 23 for ages 7 and up. 

February 21, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-21T10:00:00 - 2023-02-21T12:00:00

Open Gym is available to students, families, and/or community members to play pick-up sports such as kick ball, wiffle ball, soccer, football, and participate in fitness stations, run laps, etc.

February 21, 2023
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Carter Bubble
    709 Columbus Avenue
    South End, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-02-21T10:00:00 - 2023-02-21T12:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Afrobeats pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our 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.

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00

Afrobeats is a catch-all term for the various Afro-pop and fusion music that has modernized and transformed within Africa and has caught the hearts of the diaspora. Afrobeats has become the name of the dance and rhythmic technique and classes develop and build core strength, stamina, rhythmic sensibility, and most importantly build community. All levels welcome!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Afrobeats pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our 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.

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00

Afrobeats is a catch-all term for the various Afro-pop and fusion music that has modernized and transformed within Africa and has caught the hearts of the diaspora. Afrobeats has become the name of the dance and rhythmic technique and classes develop and build core strength, stamina, rhythmic sensibility, and most importantly build community. All levels welcome!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 1, 2023
  • 7:00pm - 8:00pm
  • BCYF Gallivan Community Center
    61 Woodruff Way
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Mattapan
  • Posted:
2023-02-01T19:00:00 - 2023-02-01T20:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Yoga pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our 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.

February 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BCYF Roslindale Community Center
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2023-02-15T18:00:00 - 2023-02-15T19:00:00

This yoga class will bring you through postures to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. This class, taught by Not Your Average Yoga teacher, will help you strengthen the body and the mind as you realize your spirit, impact, and self-worth. Classes will incorporate coping skills along with relaxation techniques.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BCYF Roslindale Community Center
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2023-02-15T18:00:00 - 2023-02-15T19:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Yoga pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our 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.

February 8, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BCYF Roslindale Community Center
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2023-02-08T18:00:00 - 2023-02-08T19:00:00

This yoga class will bring you through postures to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. This class, taught by Not Your Average Yoga teacher, will help you strengthen the body and the mind as you realize your spirit, impact, and self-worth. Classes will incorporate coping skills along with relaxation techniques.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

February 8, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
  • BCYF Roslindale Community Center
    6 Cummins Highway
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    Roslindale
  • Posted:
2023-02-08T18:00:00 - 2023-02-08T19:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Zumba Gold pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our 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.

January 25, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • BCYF Pino Community Center
    86 Boardman Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    East Boston
  • Posted:
2023-01-25T10:00:00 - 2023-01-25T11:00:00

Perfect for active adults or beginners who are looking for a modified Zumba Class that recreated the original moves at a lower - intensity.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

January 25, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • BCYF Pino Community Center
    86 Boardman Street
    East Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Citywide
    East Boston
  • Posted:
2023-01-25T10:00:00 - 2023-01-25T11:00:00
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Parks Fitness: Chair Yoga pop up class

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our 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.

January 11, 2023
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
  • Veronica Smith Senior Center
    20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2023-01-11T09:00:00 - 2023-01-11T10:00:00

Chair yoga is great for everyone but particularly for those who prefer to move with the support of a chair. Chair Yoga will energize our bodies, cultivate resilience, explore spinal movements and build core strength and flexibility through accessible seated postures. First thing in the morning -- it's better than a cup of coffee!

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite. This will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates if there are changes or cancellations.

Register for class here!

January 11, 2023
  • 9:00am - 10:00am
  • Veronica Smith Senior Center
    20 Chestnut Hill Avenue
    Brighton, MA 02135
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Brighton
    Citywide
  • Posted:
2023-01-11T09:00:00 - 2023-01-11T10:00:00
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NHL Winter Classic Plaza

Hockey fans are invited to join the National Hockey League (NHL) at the NHL Winter Classic Plaza™, a two-day hockey celebration of the 2023 NHL Winter Classic®, at Boston City Hall Plaza.

December 31, 2022
  • 10:00am - 6:00pm
  • Boston City Hall
    1 City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Boston 311
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-12-31T10:00:00 - 2022-12-31T18:00:00

This FREE hockey festival is open on Friday, December 30, 2022, from 2 - 8 p.m. and Saturday, December 31, 2022, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The two-day event is open to fans of all ages and will offer family-friendly hockey interactive games and attractions, special appearances, and an opportunity to take a photo with the Stanley Cup. You can join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram by tagging your photos using NHL #WinterClassic.

Learn more about the event

December 31, 2022
  • 10:00am - 6:00pm
  • Boston City Hall
    1 City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Boston 311
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Posted:
2022-12-31T10:00:00 - 2022-12-31T18:00:00
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