Our season is in full swing, and there’s no better time to get outside and soak up the season on The Greenway and throughout downtown Boston. From must-see events in the park to exciting happenings at our neighborhood partners, June is packed with free ways to celebrate the start of summer. Whether you’re looking for family fun, interactive experiences, or chances to connect with your community, there’s something for everyone. Check out what’s coming up and plan your next visit!
On The Greenway:
- When: Weekly on Thursdays beginning June 5, 4 to 6 p.m.
- Where: Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park on The Greenway
- What: Free play sessions for children of all ages!
Tickets available for purchase on our website.
- When: Thursday, June 5, 6 p.m.
- Where: Rings Fountain on The Greenway
- What: Support The Greenway through meaningful connections and community celebrations at our annual Gala.
Tickets available for purchase on our website.
- When: Friday, June 6, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
- Where: Rings Fountain on The Greenway
- What: Our annual young professionals party lights up the night with music, food, beverages, and entertainment!
Boston Music Project Block Party
Hosted by Boston Music Project
- When: Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Where: Rowes Wharf Plaza
- What: Join Boston Music Project for live music, Music & Movement classes, and music activities for the whole family.
Hosted by the Tango Society of Boston
- When: Saturday, June 14, 3 to 6 p.m.
- Where: Dewey Square Plaza
- What: Join the Tango Society of Boston for their annual Tango by Moonlight season! This is a FREE outdoor event designed to promote the culture and art of the Argentine Tango in a friendly, relaxed environment.
Hosted by Sammy “Sav ThaiSoul”
- When: June 21, 12 to 6 p.m.
- Where: Dewey Square Plaza
- What: A dance event bringing people of all races, beliefs, and backgrounds together, to vibe with one another, dance, and share space, through the love of music.
Lion Dances at the Chinatown Gate
- When: June 21 and June 28, 12 to 1 p.m.
- Where: Chinatown Gate
- What: Lion Dances will occur weekly at the Chinatown Gate in Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park on The Greenway, welcoming everyone to Chinatown and parading through the streets.
Hosted by Coolidge Corner Theater
- When: Wednesday, June 25, film begins at sunset (around 8 p.m.)
- Rain Date: June 26
- Where: Wharf District (Between Milk St. and India St.)
- What: Free outdoor showing of “Blade Runner: The Final Cut” on 35mm!
- When: Saturday, June 28, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Where: Mary Soo Hoo Park on The Greenway
- What: SaturPLAY is a series of youth-led public space interventions organized by Asian Voices of Organized Youth for Community Empowerment (A-VOYCE) to activate Mary Soo Hoo Park. SaturPLAY brings kids and families to one of Chinatown’s few public open spaces for activities that spark creativity and play.
Around the Neighborhood:
Sprouts of Resiliance: A Tofu Making Workshop
Hosted by Pao Arts Center
- When: Saturday, June 7, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Where: Pao Arts Center, 99 Albany Street, Boston, MA
- What: Join artist Ying Ye in this final activation, a communal gathering where participants will collectively transform soybeans into tofu through their labor symbolizing acts of cultural healing.
Fitness Series at Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Hosted by Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- When: Saturdays in June (June 8, 14, and 28)
- Where: Faneuil Hall Marketplace
- What: Kickoff the summer with Faneuil Hall Marketplace’s free Fitness Series in the South Plaza. From a high-intensity bootcamp class to a mat pilates session, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Building Bridges: The Pink Connection
Hosted by Faneuil Hall Marketplace, presented by The Channel 7 Foundation & American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Boston
- When: Wednesday, June 11, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Where: Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market Rotunda
- What: Whether you’re a seasoned networker or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and expand your circle. Get ready for collaboration and to learn how you can make a difference with the American Cancer Society, the Nation’s #1 Breast Cancer Non-Profit!
Hosted by Boston Waterfront Coalition
- When: June 13-19
- Where: Various locations along Boston’s waterfront
- What: We’re back with a summer edition of CRIW’s seasonal series celebrating community, climate resilience, and public wellness along Greater Boston’s coasts, rivers, and harbors. Check out Boston Waterfront Coalition’s website for a full list of events
Community Design Celebration at Phillips Square
Hosted by the City of Boston and CHIC Community Engagement Consulting
- When: June 26, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Josiah Quincy Upper School.
- What: The City of Boston and CHIC Community Engagement Consulting are hosting a Community Celebration to present the new design vision for Phillips Square. This free community celebration will include food, giveaways, a raffle, and performances. Chinese translation will be provided. We hope to see you there!
