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Swingin in the Fens - JGJ All-Stars

Concert in partnership with Berklee College of Music.

July 15, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
  • Ramler Park
    130 Peterborough St
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-15T18:30:00 - 2026-07-15T19:30:00

Join us for an evening of lovely music in the park.

Music from the JGJ All Stars.

July 15, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 7:30pm
  • Ramler Park
    130 Peterborough St
    Boston,
  • Contact:
    Parks
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-15T18:30:00 - 2026-07-15T19:30:00

Frog Pond Spray Pool Opening

Mayor Michelle Wu and The Skating Club of Boston are pleased to welcome children and their caregivers to kick off the 2026 summer wading season as the Boston Common Frog Pond spray pool reopens on Wednesday, July 1.

July 1, 2026
Event Date2026-07-01T11:00:00 - 2026-07-01T13:00:00

The wading pool opening is made possible by presenting sponsors H.P. Hood LLC and the New England Dairy Council. The event will include an exciting celebration at 11 a.m. followed by the opening of the spray pool. In addition to activities from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., residents can enjoy tasty treats and a visit from official mascot Frog Pond Freddie. Also offering giveaways and activities from various participants. 

A year-round recreational facility, the Frog Pond offers ice skating in the winter, a spray pool and supervised wading for youth in the summer, and the Carousel from spring through fall. Information on additional activities offered at the Frog Pond can be found by visiting www.bostonfrogpond.com.

The Frog Pond spray pool is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Labor Day. The facility is managed by The Skating Club of Boston and staffed by youth workers from the Boston Youth Fund. For further information, please call the Frog Pond at (617) 635-2120.

For more information visit www.boston.gov/frogpond.To stay up to date with news, events, and improvements in Boston parks visit boston.gov/parks, call (617) 635-4505, join our email list, and follow our social channels @bostonparksdept on X, Facebook, Instagram, and @parks.boston.gov on Bluesky.

July 1, 2026
Event Date2026-07-01T11:00:00 - 2026-07-01T13:00:00

Canceled:
E-Bike Day: Mattapan

Reason for cancellation: Due to the loss of our team member, this event has been postponed.
July 16, 2026
Event Date2026-07-16T15:30:00 - 2026-07-16T19:00:00

Two side-by-side photos  showing e-bikes and their owners. First photo shows an e-bike tune up session. Second photo shows an e-bike group ride.

E-Bike Days are events that take place monthly (each month at a different location) and include:

  • Part 1 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Free 10 min e-bike tune ups
  • Part 2 | 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Tips for safe riding
  • Part 3 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Community ride (weather permitting)

You are welcome to attend all or part of the event!

Registration is required, and will open on June 16. For questions, email ebikes@boston.gov

July 16, 2026
Event Date2026-07-16T15:30:00 - 2026-07-16T19:00:00

Summer Dance Party Series

This family-friendly event series is free and open to the public.

September 12, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-12T17:00:00 - 2026-09-12T21:00:00

We're excited to bring you the Summer Dance Party Series. Full details including talent are coming soon. Stay tuned to this page and follow us on social media for the latest updates. We look forward to seeing you there!

September 12, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-12T17:00:00 - 2026-09-12T21:00:00

Summer Dance Party Series

Join us for SILK R&B Cookout, part of Mayor Michelle Wu's Summer Dance Party Series, in collaboration with Democracy Beer Garden.

August 14, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-14T17:00:00 - 2026-08-14T22:00:00

Mayor Michelle Wu's Summer Dance Party Series continues with SILK R&B Cookout, bringing an evening of R&B, food, and community to City Hall Plaza.

When: Friday, August 14, 5 – 10 p.m.
Where: City Hall Plaza
Cost: Free and open to the public

Music by: ReaL P, Baby Indiglo, MEZ.WAV, and Special Guest ALEXANDR.

Music Performance by: Nahli, a 2X nominee for R&B Artist of the Year at the Boston Music Awards.

Bring your friends and family for a laid-back cookout vibe with great music, good food, and good company right in the heart of the City. This event is free and open to everyone.

August 14, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-14T17:00:00 - 2026-08-14T22:00:00

Parks Fitness: Yoga with Eleni

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.

May 6, 2026
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from May 6, 2026, until August 26, 2026
  • Horatio Harris Park
    85 Harold Street
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-06T17:30:00 - 2026-05-06T18:30:00

This all levels vinyasa class will encompass strengthening, balancing, and meditative postures while connecting breath to movement. Modifications for poses will be offered for more of a challenge or for more support throughout our 60 minute class. You'll feel stronger, steadier, and better equipped to dial down the noise of life, on and off your mat!

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

Register for the event

May 6, 2026
  • 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from May 6, 2026, until August 26, 2026
  • Horatio Harris Park
    85 Harold Street
    Roxbury, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-06T17:30:00 - 2026-05-06T18:30:00

26th Annual Boston Gospel Fest

Join us for the 26th annual Gospel Fest, New England’s largest Gospel music celebration!

August 30, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-30T16:30:00 - 2026-08-30T20:00:00

Boston's beloved celebration of gospel music returns to City Hall Plaza this summer! Join Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston for an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring music, powerful voices, and community spirit as Boston Gospel Fest makes its way back to the plaza.

Now in its 26th year, this free, family-friendly event brings together some of the region's most gifted vocalists, choirs, and performers for a night celebrating unity, culture, and the sound that moves us all. Join us at City Hall Plaza on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

This year's headlining artist is Todd Galberth. Galberth will be joined by a lineup of talented performers including the Community Choir, City Praise Team, Jesus Gang The Family,  Alexis Benoit, Angela Elizabeth, Pastor Jeremy D. Battle, and the Boston Latin School Gospel Choir. The Community Choir features participation from more than 85 members representing nearly 40 churches across the city and region.

The event will feature food vendors, including Cool Shade Jamaican Food Truck, Gourmet Fingerz Southern Cuisine, delicious cookies from Boston Cookie Kitchen and more.

Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring your voice, Boston Gospel Fest is a celebration for the whole city.

Note: All attendees should bring their own chair.

August 30, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 8:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, & Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-30T16:30:00 - 2026-08-30T20:00:00

Donna Summer Disco Party

Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment welcome you to join us for the 12th Annual Donna Summer Disco Party.

August 28, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-28T17:00:00 - 2026-08-28T21:00:00

This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. Guests will be able to dance the night away to all of Donna Summer’s greatest hits in a groovy atmosphere complete with glow sticks, bubbles, colorful lights, a disco ball, and roller skating on City Hall Plaza.

DJ Vince1 will be playing all of Donna Summer's greatest hits and more classics.

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August 28, 2026
  • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201-2006
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-28T17:00:00 - 2026-08-28T21:00:00

Parks Fitness: Yoga with Karma

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.

September 19, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from September 19, 2026, until October 17, 2026
  • Savin Hill Park
    25 Caspian Way
    Dorchester, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-19T10:00:00 - 2026-10-17T11:00:00

Meet at the top of Savin Hill to connect with your community and flow into your Saturday with an all levels Vinyasa class linking breath with movement while surrounded by the beauty of nature. Bring your mat or a towel, water and some sunscreen as we will hopefully be enjoying the sunshine! The path to the top of Savin Hill is located at corner of Caspian Way and Rockmere St.

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

Register here

September 19, 2026
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from September 19, 2026, until October 17, 2026
  • Savin Hill Park
    25 Caspian Way
    Dorchester, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-19T10:00:00 - 2026-10-17T11:00:00

Parks Fitness: Dancehall Bootcamp with Miciyiaah

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.

September 19, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from September 19, 2026, until October 17, 2026
  • Mission Hill Playground
    60 Smith Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-19T12:00:00 - 2026-10-17T13:00:00

Dancehall Bootcamp is a fun, high-energy class designed to help you build confidence, strength, and style—no experience needed! Whether you’re a beginner or someone who already loves to dance, this class meets you where you are and helps you grow at your own pace.

Each session focuses on authentic dancehall movements, including whining, female dance steps, and full-body conditioning, while also incorporating stretching and technique. You’ll not only learn how to move, but how to feel the music and express yourself freely.

This is a judgment-free, empowering space where you can let loose, boost your confidence, and connect with a supportive community. Come ready to sweat, have fun, and step into your power, because Dancehall Bootcamp is more than just a class, it’s an experience.

Register here

September 19, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from September 19, 2026, until October 17, 2026
  • Mission Hill Playground
    60 Smith Street
    Jamaica Plain, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-09-19T12:00:00 - 2026-10-17T13:00:00
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