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ParkARTS neighborhood concerts, featuring Too Rude

Join us this summer in Boston parks for live concerts in your neighborhood.

July 17, 2018
Event Date2018-07-17T19:00:00

This year, Parks and Recreation is hosting 10 live concerts in neighborhoods throughout Boston. Neighborhood concerts are made possible by the generosity of:

  • Berklee College of Ramler Park, and
  • the Fenway Civic Association.

All ParkARTS neighborhood performances are free of charge.  For more information, or a full schedule of events, please call 617-635-4505, visit the Parks Department online, or follow us on Facebook.

July 17, 2018
Event Date2018-07-17T19:00:00

ParkARTS neighborhood concerts, featuring Chosen

Join us this summer in Boston parks for live concerts in your neighborhood.

July 10, 2019
Event Date2019-07-10T19:00:00

Parks and Recreation is hosting live concerts in neighborhoods throughout Boston. Neighborhood concerts are made possible by the generosity of:

  • Bank of America, and
  • support from Berklee College of Music.

All ParkARTS neighborhood performances are free of charge.  For more information, or a full schedule of events, please call 617-635-4505, visit the Parks Department online, or follow us on Facebook.

Chosen

Chosen is an urban jazz ensemble from Boston, Massachusetts. Each member of the quintet is enrolled at Berklee College of Music. They have performed at Symphony Hall, the Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park Series, and Mayor Marty Walsh’s Neighborhood Concert Series. This ensemble hopes to spread its message of love and positivity through its music.

July 10, 2019
Event Date2019-07-10T19:00:00

Inaugural Roxbury Community Unity Day Parade

Join us for a unifying and fun event celebrating the beloved neighborhood!

July 22, 2018
Event Date2018-07-22T12:00:00 - 2018-07-22T16:00:00

Whether you were born in Roxbury, raised in Roxbury, or just passing through come out to witness and partake in a festive and fun event where Roxburians celebrate the community they love. The Inaugural Roxbury Unity Parade will commence sharply at 12 p.m. and will travel from Malcolm X Boulevard to Malcolm X Park.

About 100 people will march:

  • easterly to Malcolm X Boulevard
  • right onto Washington Street, and
  • finally, left onto Dale Street.

The parade will have representation from local community organizations and marching bands. There will also be a pop-up market.

For more information, or to learn how to get involved, please contact the Roxbury Community Unity Committee at roxburyunityparade@gmail.com.

July 22, 2018
Event Date2018-07-22T12:00:00 - 2018-07-22T16:00:00

Summer fitness series: Yoga in Jamaica Plain

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 9, 2019
  • 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 9, 2019, until September 22, 2019
  • JAMAICAWAY
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-09T14:00:00
Class description

Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. Yoga helps your mental and physical being, releases stress, and expands your energy. Instructors will provide flow movement for people of all levels.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 9, 2019
  • 2:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 9, 2019, until September 22, 2019
  • JAMAICAWAY
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-09T14:00:00

Summer fitness series: Yoga in Charlestown

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 9, 2019
  • 9:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 9, 2019, until September 22, 2019
  • 55 WINTHROP STREET
    Charlestown, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-09T09:00:00
Class description

Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. Yoga helps your mental and physical being, releases stress, and expands your energy. Instructors will provide flow movement for people of all levels.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 9, 2019
  • 9:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 9, 2019, until September 22, 2019
  • 55 WINTHROP STREET
    Charlestown, MA 02129
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-09T09:00:00

Summer fitness series: Pound in Allston

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 9, 2019
  • 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 9, 2019, until September 22, 2019
  • 85 Allston Street
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-09T10:00:00

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 9, 2019
  • 10:00am
    Repeats weekly on Sunday, starting from June 9, 2019, until September 22, 2019
  • 85 Allston Street
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-09T10:00:00

Parks Fitness: Walking / Snowshoeing

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 9, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from January 9, 2023, until March 11, 2023
  • Franklin Park
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-01-09T10:00:00 - 2023-04-24T11:00:00

Experience the strength-training and cardio benefits of walking or snowshoeing through Franklin Park. Meet at the William J. Devine Clubhouse for a group walk that is sure to work your core, quads, and ling capacity! Distances may vary.

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 class here!

January 9, 2023
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
    Repeats weekly on Monday, starting from January 9, 2023, until March 11, 2023
  • Franklin Park
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Dorchester
  • Published Date
Event Date2023-01-09T10:00:00 - 2023-04-24T11:00:00

Summer fitness series: Bootcamp in the North End

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 7, 2019
  • 6:30am
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from June 7, 2019, until September 27, 2019
  • 110 ATLANTIC AVENUE
    North End, MA 02110
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-07T06:30:00
Class description

Bootcamp classes target your cardiovascular system and muscles by using exercises like jumping jacks, push-ups, and lunges. The instructor uses outdoor elements to conduct the exercises. They will also encourage you to push through the workout.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 7, 2019
  • 6:30am
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from June 7, 2019, until September 27, 2019
  • 110 ATLANTIC AVENUE
    North End, MA 02110
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Published Date
Event Date2019-06-07T06:30:00

Summer fitness series: Zumba Kids in Mattapan

We're holding free fitness classes this summer in neighborhood parks.

June 7, 2018
  • 6:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from June 7, 2018, until September 27, 2018
  • 40 ALMONT STREET
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mattapan
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-06-07T18:00:00
Class description

Zumba involves energetic dance and aerobic elements. Instructors provide choreographed moves of hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, and martial arts.

For information on cancellations, check Twitter at @healthyboston and @bostonparksdept. You can also call 617-534-2355.

June 7, 2018
  • 6:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from June 7, 2018, until September 27, 2018
  • 40 ALMONT STREET
    Mattapan, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mattapan
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-06-07T18:00:00

Parks Summer Fitness: Virtual HIIT Training

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered virtually 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.

June 7, 2022
  • 7:00am - 8:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 7, 2022, until September 27, 2022
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-06-07T07:00:00 - 2022-09-27T08:00:00

This class is a total body workout that will get your heart rate pumping and will include a warm up followed by blocks of body-weight exercises that target the upper body, lower body, core and cardio for a full body experience. We will end with a cool down and some stretching. The class is high intensity, but modifications will be offered for all fitness levels. We encourage you to join weekly to benchmark your fitness level and get stronger as the weeks progress.

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!

June 7, 2022
  • 7:00am - 8:00am
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from June 7, 2022, until September 27, 2022
  • VIRTUAL CLASS
    Boston, MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
  • Published Date
Event Date2022-06-07T07:00:00 - 2022-09-27T08:00:00
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