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April Vacation Ideas in the Neighborhood 2026
Keep those kids entertained this week! Here are some local neighborhood suggestion for school vacation week! Lace up those bowling shoes Head to Urban Wild [...]
Patriots Day: Boston Parade and Reenactment Schedule 2026
Patriots Day, observed this year on Monday, April 20th, commemorates the opening battles of the American Revolution. Boston marks the occasion with historic ceremonies, parades, [...]
Boston Marathon Runners – Vivolo will help you feel your best during, and after, those 26.2 miles
Runners! The work is mostly done. Now it’s time to fine tune to be the best you can be on Marathon Monday – and Vivolo [...]
40,000 Daffodils to Welcome Runners for the 130th Boston Marathon including some in Charlestown
Boston blooms again for Patriots’ Day 2026 Boston, MA — April 13, 2026 —Strong ties to Boston’s neighborhoods—including Charlestown and communities along the marathon route—the effort [...]
Charlestown Historical Society Wants to Hear Your Townie Love Stories
Love is the air. Maybe you met at Charlestown High back in the day. Or maybe you met last week at Prima. However or whenever [...]
February Vacation Ideas – 2026
Here are some fun local things to do with the kids this week! Check back, as this list may be updated! Lego Maritime Festival At [...]
Red Bull Heavy Metal Boston Finals Set for February 21st at City Hall Plaza
BOSTON, MA – February 12, 2026 – Red Bull Heavy Metal returns to Boston City Hall Plaza next Saturday, February 21 (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM), [...]
A Guide to Celebrating the Lunar New Year 2026
Here 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 [...]
Valentine’s Day in the Neighborhood
Love 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 [...]
Boston Family Days Returns for a New Season
Let’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 [...]
Boston History Lesson: Great Molasses Flood
Around 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 [...]
Boston Harbor Now’s Ice Sculpture Stroll Returns This NYE With New Locations + New Experiences
More than 40 sculptures, expanded waterfront programming, and Boston Common debut highlight 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration BOSTON, Mass. – December 18, 2025 – Boston Harbor [...]
NYE in the Neighborhood: Where to Ring in 2026
From 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 [...]
Start of 2026 with a First Day Hike – it’s the 35th Anniversary of this tradition
Kick off the new year with fresh air and movement by joining a state park guided hike on Jan. 1, 2026. BOSTON — Continuing its tradition [...]
Last Minute Pick for Family Fun: Make a Ship Biscuit Ornament at USS Constitution Museum
Celebrate the season Visit the USS Constitution Museum to make your own "Ship Biscuit" ornament. Now through December 24th. And, it's officially December School [...]
Let’s Celebrate: Full Performance Schedule Released for 50th First Night Boston
Vibrant Array of talent headed to City Hall Plaza and beyond for the event’s 50th New Year’s Eve Celebration BOSTON – First Night Boston is proud [...]