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Watercolor Painting Workshop #2: Christopher Columbus Park

Practice your painting skills at this free and fun watercolor painting workshop series.

May 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Christopher Columbus Park
    100 Atlantic Avenue
    Boston , MA 02110
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-31T10:00:00 - 2026-05-31T12:00:00

The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own inspired masterpiece. Tips and techniques are provided by an instructor. 

Register Today

All Watercolor Painting Workshops dates

May 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Christopher Columbus Park
    100 Atlantic Avenue
    Boston , MA 02110
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    North End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-31T10:00:00 - 2026-05-31T12:00:00

Watercolor Painting Workshop #3: Schoolmaster Hill

Practice your painting skills at this free and fun watercolor painting workshop series.

June 6, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Schoolmaster Hill
    Circuit Drive
    Boston , MA 02124
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-06T10:00:00 - 2026-06-06T12:00:00

The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own inspired masterpiece. Tips and techniques are provided by an instructor. 

Register Today

All Watercolor Painting Workshops dates

June 6, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Schoolmaster Hill
    Circuit Drive
    Boston , MA 02124
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-06T10:00:00 - 2026-06-06T12:00:00

Watercolor Painting Workshop #4: Boston Public Garden

Practice your painting skills at this free and fun watercolor painting workshop series.

June 7, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Boston Public Garden
    215 Boylston Street
    Boston , MA 02116
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-07T10:00:00 - 2026-06-07T12:00:00

The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own inspired masterpiece. Tips and techniques are provided by an instructor. 

Register Today

All Watercolor Painting Workshops dates

June 7, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Boston Public Garden
    215 Boylston Street
    Boston , MA 02116
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-07T10:00:00 - 2026-06-07T12:00:00

Watercolor Painting Workshop #5: James P. Kelleher Rose Garden

Practice your painting skills at this free and fun watercolor painting workshop series.

June 13, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • James P. Kelleher Rose Garden
    73 Park Drive
    Boston , MA 02215
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-13T10:00:00 - 2026-06-13T12:00:00

The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own inspired masterpiece. Tips and techniques are provided by an instructor. 

Register Today

All Watercolor Painting Workshops dates

June 13, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • James P. Kelleher Rose Garden
    73 Park Drive
    Boston , MA 02215
  • Contact:
    PARKS DEPARTMENT
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Fenway/Kenmore
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-13T10:00:00 - 2026-06-13T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Dorchester

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 31, 2026, until August 14, 2026
  • Doherty-Gibson Playground
    1545 Dorchester Ave
    Boston , MA 02124
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-31T10:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: InstagramFacebook, and Bluesky.

July 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 31, 2026, until August 14, 2026
  • Doherty-Gibson Playground
    1545 Dorchester Ave
    Boston , MA 02124
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-31T10:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: South End

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 31, 2026, until August 14, 2026
  • ODay Playground
    75 W Newton Street
    Boston , MA 02118
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-31T10:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: InstagramFacebook, and Bluesky.

July 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 31, 2026, until August 14, 2026
  • ODay Playground
    75 W Newton Street
    Boston , MA 02118
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-31T10:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: South Boston

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 30, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 30, 2026, until August 13, 2026
  • Medal of Honor Playground
    775 E 1st Street
    Boston , MA 02127
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T10:00:00 - 2026-07-30T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: InstagramFacebook, and Bluesky.

July 30, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 30, 2026, until August 13, 2026
  • Medal of Honor Playground
    775 E 1st Street
    Boston , MA 02127
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T10:00:00 - 2026-07-30T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Beacon Hill

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 30, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 30, 2026, until August 13, 2026
  • Myrtle Street Playground
    50 Myrtle Street
    Boston , MA 02114
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Beacon Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T10:00:00 - 2026-07-30T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: InstagramFacebook, and Bluesky.

July 30, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from July 30, 2026, until August 13, 2026
  • Myrtle Street Playground
    50 Myrtle Street
    Boston , MA 02114
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Beacon Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T10:00:00 - 2026-07-30T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Mission Hill

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 29, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 29, 2026, until August 12, 2026
  • Mission Hill Playground
    60 Smith Street
    Boston , MA 02120
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mission Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-29T10:00:00 - 2026-07-29T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky.

July 29, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 29, 2026, until August 12, 2026
  • Mission Hill Playground
    60 Smith Street
    Boston , MA 02120
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mission Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-29T10:00:00 - 2026-07-29T12:00:00

2026 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: Charlestown

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 29, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 29, 2026, until August 12, 2026
  • Doherty Playground
    331 Bunker Hill Street
    Boston , MA 02129
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-29T10:00:00 - 2026-07-29T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky.

July 29, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from July 29, 2026, until August 12, 2026
  • Doherty Playground
    331 Bunker Hill Street
    Boston , MA 02129
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-29T10:00:00 - 2026-07-29T12:00:00
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