February Vacation Ideas – 2026
Maureen Dahill2026-02-14T16:01:35-05:00Here are some fun local things to do with the kids this week! Check back, as this list may be updated! Lego Maritime Festival At the USS Constitution Museum Join [...]
Red Bull Heavy Metal Boston Finals Set for February 21st at City Hall Plaza
Maureen Dahill2026-02-18T17:08:02-05:00BOSTON, MA – February 12, 2026 – Red Bull Heavy Metal returns to Boston City Hall Plaza next Saturday, February 21 (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM), bringing the world’s top street [...]
A Guide to Celebrating the Lunar New Year 2026
Maureen Dahill2026-02-08T11:24:01-05:00Here are some ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year in and around the neighborhood! It’s the year of the horse! Chinese New Year Parade Immerse yourself in the festivities and [...]
Valentine’s Day in the Neighborhood
Abbey Ojemann2026-02-04T15:25:56-05:00Love is in the air! It's officially February which means it's time for our roundup of all Valentine's Day happenings in the neighborhood. Check back as this list may be [...]
Boston Family Days Returns for a New Season
Maureen Dahill2026-02-01T09:15:35-05:00Let’s have some fun! Pick up a passport! Boston Family Days is an extraordinary public-private partnership between the City, corporate and philanthropic partners, and 23 of the City’s leading cultural institutions to [...]
Boston History Lesson: Great Molasses Flood
Maureen Dahill2026-01-15T11:14:35-05:00Around lunchtime on January 15, 1919, a 50-foot-tall molasses tank ruptured and spilled out onto the streets of the North End. According to History.com, more than 2 million gallons of [...]
Boston Harbor Now’s Ice Sculpture Stroll Returns This NYE With New Locations + New Experiences
Maureen Dahill2025-12-27T11:34:10-05:00More than 40 sculptures, expanded waterfront programming, and Boston Common debut highlight 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration BOSTON, Mass. – December 18, 2025 – Boston Harbor Now today announced the return [...]
NYE in the Neighborhood: Where to Ring in 2026
Maureen Dahill2025-12-27T10:52:15-05:00From workout classes to midnight celebrations and New Year’s Day brunch, here are our picks for celebrating the start of 2026 in Charlestown! 50th First Night Boston First Night Boston [...]
Start of 2026 with a First Day Hike – it’s the 35th Anniversary of this tradition
Maureen Dahill2025-12-26T12:54:37-05:00Kick off the new year with fresh air and movement by joining a state park guided hike on Jan. 1, 2026. BOSTON — Continuing its tradition of promoting healthy outdoor recreation, [...]
Last Minute Pick for Family Fun: Make a Ship Biscuit Ornament at USS Constitution Museum
Maureen Dahill2025-12-20T10:09:31-05:00Celebrate the season Visit the USS Constitution Museum to make your own "Ship Biscuit" ornament. Now through December 24th. And, it's officially December School Vacation Week and the museum [...]