Come together with friends and neighbors for a Potluck Picnic! Conveniently located across from the Boston Public Market. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community while enjoying a chill social vibe and delicious food. 

Hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance, the Queer Artists Market brings a day of outdoor festivities and shopping to Downtown Crossing in partnership with The Queer Neighborhood Council. Visitors can browse a diverse selection of handmade art and goods from LGBTQIA+ vendors while also connecting with local advocacy organizations offering community resources and support services. The event features live music from Boston’s The Femmes, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere. At Summer Street Plaza @ Washington St. from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., this celebration of creativity and community is a must-visit. Rain date: June 1.

Hosted by the Downtown Boston Alliance, the Boston Women’s Market brings together 20 local women-owned businesses for a vibrant artisan showcase in Downtown Crossing. Visitors can stroll through Summer Street and shop a variety of one-of-a-kind, handmade goods, including home decor, art, jewelry, and more. This free event is the perfect way to support women entrepreneurs while enjoying the lively energy of Boston’s shopping district in full spring bloom. Whether you’re looking to refresh your space, find a unique gift, or simply soak in the atmosphere, this market offers a wonderful city outing for all.

Join the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement for a special pop-up at Shake Shack! Boston residents between 14-25 are invited to receive resources while enjoying burgers, shakes, and fries.

Join us for an intergenerational cooking class with Chef David from Comfort Kitchen!

Join us for Night Market and Pajama Party Closing Ceremony. Wear your nighties and shop our highest number of local vendors.

6 - 11 p.m.: Cafe Open

6 p.m.: Music by The Basement Project

8 p.m.: Music by DJ Cakewalk

11 p.m.: Afterparty...?

Night Cap is an 8 night coffee lounge in Boston's City Hall this November, fostering community through art, music, and coffee.

From live house music and stand-up comedy to queer speed dating, we offer bold experiences in an inclusive alcohol-free space. Night Cap isn’t just another night out; it’s where culture and creativity meet over a cup of joe.

Night Cap will transform the lobby of Boston's iconic Brutalist City Hall in Government Center into a cozy lounge, offering soft seating, communal tables, and a rotating retail space. This unique setting will provide a warm, inviting atmosphere for attendees to gather and connect in the heart of the city.

SAVE THE DATE for the country’s FIRST NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER GARDEN!

Join us on October 19th as we put our Wake Up the Night grant to work to host a fun & festive day full of non-alcoholic beers, plus some NA wines, NA cocktails, and lots of activities.

We’ve teamed up with Sipland to produce the best-possible beer garden experience for all of you. 

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We are celebrating three vibrant new basketball court murals that pay tribute to Roxbury, the beauty of Malcolm X Park, and the lasting impact of Malcolm X.