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Free Ferry Weekend
95/100
Free ferry to Georges Island kicks off Boston Harbor Islands season.
- 10:00 am
Editor's Weekend Picks
2026-05-26 → 2026-06-04 · 66 entries
02
Lighthouse Coastal Island Kayak Tour
90/100
Paddle to a scenic island and climb a lighthouse on this guided kayak tour.
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
03
Greenway Food Truck and Fitness Festival
90/100
Food trucks, free fitness classes, and artisan vendors on the Greenway.
- 11:00 am
04
The WBUR Festival Street Fair
90/100
WBUR Festival street fair with vintage market, food trucks, and live music.
- 12:00 pm
05
How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert
88/100
How To Train Your Dragon film with live symphony orchestra at Symphony Hall.
- 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
06
The WBUR Festival
85/100
The WBUR Festival features lively conversations, podcast tapings, and musical performances over two days.
- 10:00 am
- 10:00 am
07
$10 Commuter Rail Weekends and Holidays
85/100
$10 Commuter Rail weekends offer unlimited travel to explore Massachusetts.
- 5:00 am–11:59 pm
- 5:00 am–11:59 pm
08
Workshop in the Patio: Visible Mending with Cathy Karp of CK Revive
85/100
Learn visible mending techniques from an expert in a charming patio setting.
- 10:00 am–1:00 pm
09
PAGU: Hand-Pulled Noodle Class
85/100
Make hand-pulled noodles from scratch with a James Beard-nominated chef.
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
10
Dumplings to Dim Sum: Food and History Tour of Boston's Chinatown
85/100
Guided food tour exploring Boston's Chinatown with dumplings and dim sum.
- 10:30 am
11
Newton Open Studios – a City-wide Event.
85/100
Citywide open studios weekend showcasing 110 Newton artists.
- 11:00 am
12
A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Boston's Iconic Food & History Tour
85/100
Food and history tour featuring clam chowder, lobster rolls, and Boston cream pie.
- 11:00 am
13
New England Hong Kong Festival 2026
85/100
Hong Kong cultural festival with food, performances, and community in Somerville.
- 11:00 am
14
Guided Tour of Historic Castle Hill on the Crane Estate: Round Trip Transportation from Boston Included!
85/100
Guided tour of Castle Hill on the Crane Estate with round-trip transport from Boston.
- 11:30 am
15
Guided Kayak Adventure at Crane Beach on the Crane Estate
85/100
Guided kayak adventure at Crane Beach with a discount code.
- 11:30 am
16
Lexington Battle Green BBQ Festival
85/100
Two-day BBQ festival with craft beer, live music, and competition in Lexington.
- 12:00 pm
17
New England Hong Kong Festival 2026
85/100
Hong Kong cultural festival with food, performances, and community in Davis Square.
- 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
18
Museums on Us from Bank of America
85/100
Free museum admission for Bank of America cardholders on the first weekend of the month.
- 9:00 am–8:00 pm
- 9:00 am–8:00 pm
19
Strides for Action
85/100
Pride 5K walk/run supporting LGBTQIA+ health, a meaningful and active community event.
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm
20
How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert
85/100
How to Train Your Dragon film with live symphony orchestra, a spectacular family-friendly concert.
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
21
GroundBeat Concert Series | Zumix Hatch Shell Takeover
85/100
Free outdoor concert at the Hatch Shell kicking off the summer music series, a quintessential Boston experience.
- 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
22
The Beach Boys
85/100
The Beach Boys live in concert, a legendary band for a memorable musical night.
- 8:00 pm–10:00 pm
23
Reynaliz Herrera's "BIKEncerto: a concerto for solo bicycle and orchestra" (Ft. Reynaliz Herrera & Ideas, Not Theories)
82/100
A unique concerto for solo bicycle and orchestra, blending music and whimsy.
- 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
24
Summer Concert Series & Beer Garden
82/100
A free outdoor summer concert series with a beer garden at a historic house.
- 2:00 pm–7:00 pm
25
Skip the Traffic—All-Inclusive Day Trips from Boston's North Station
80/100
All-inclusive day trips from Boston's North Station offer car-free exploration.
- 8:00 am–7:00 pm
- 8:00 am–7:00 pm
26
22nd Annual Union Square Farmers Market
80/100
Union Square Farmers Market features 60+ local food producers every Saturday.
- 9:00 am–1:00 pm
27
El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego
80/100
Metropolitan Opera's El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego closes the season with a magical-realist opera.
- 1:00 pm–3:30 pm
28
Nest Box Workshop at Powisset Farm
80/100
Hands-on nest box building at a historic farm, blending nature and craft for families.
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
29
South End Boston Food Tour: Hidden Gems & Local Favorites
80/100
A guided food tour through Boston's South End, sampling diverse local flavors.
- 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
30
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
80/100
A fresh production of Romeo and Juliet at the Strand Theatre, perfect for theater lovers.
- 2:00 pm–3:30 pm
31
Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do
80/100
Alex Edelman's new comedy show navigating political and personal territory.
- 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
32
Nest Box Workshop at Powisset Farm
80/100
A nest box building workshop at Powisset Farm, combining nature and craft.
- 3:00 pm
33
Korean Buttercream Flowers workshop
80/100
Learn to pipe beautiful Korean buttercream flowers on cupcakes.
- 10:00 am
34
North End with Special Guest Architect and Bridge Designer
80/100
North End walking tour with an architect and bridge designer as special guest.
- 10:00 am–12:15 pm
35
'Petal Party' Floral Design Class by Winston Flowers
80/100
Create a beautiful spring floral arrangement with Winston Flowers.
- 10:00 am–12:00 pm
36
Nature Walk, Arnold Arboretum
80/100
Guided nature walk through the beautiful Arnold Arboretum with a friendly group.
- 10:00 am–12:30 pm
37
Puppet Showplace Theatre Presents: “To The Clouds” by Happy Theater
80/100
Whimsical puppet show about a water droplet's journey through the water cycle.
- 10:30 am
38
Chameleon Arts Ensemble: Here, There & Everywhere Free Family Concert & Instrument “Petting Zoo”
80/100
Free family concert and instrument petting zoo with Chameleon Arts Ensemble.
- 11:00 am
39
Laminated Doughs: Croissants *In-Person*
80/100
Learn to make perfect flaky, buttery croissants from scratch.
- 11:00 am
40
Seaport Summer Market
80/100
Weekend market on Seaport Boulevard featuring local makers and artisans.
- 11:00 am
41
Greenway Artisan Market
80/100
Open-air market on the Greenway featuring local artists and designers.
- 11:00 am
42
Boston 101 Historical Tour
80/100
Historical tour covering Boston's founding through the American Revolution.
- 11:00 am
43
The Ink & Cobblestones Tour: A Walk Through Boston’s Literary Past
80/100
Literary walking tour tracing Boston's authors and their inspirations.
- 11:00 am–12:30 pm
44
Harvard Square Food Tour (Cambridge, MA)
80/100
Weekly Saturday food tour through Harvard Square with Off the Beaten Path.
- 11:30 am
45
Chocolate Lover Tour of Back Bay!
80/100
Chocolate-focused walking tour of Back Bay with tastings and history.
- 11:30 am
46
12 Years of AERONAUT
80/100
Twelfth anniversary party at Aeronaut Brewing with beer and celebration.
- 12:00 pm
47
Double Take: Skate, Paint, Imaginate - Graffiti/Street Artists-in-Residence Launch Party with Charles River Conservancy
80/100
Free launch party for graffiti artists-in-residence at Lynch Family Skatepark.
- 12:00 pm
48
Ceramic Mug Making Pottery Workshop
80/100
Hands-on pottery workshop to craft your own ceramic mug or teacup.
- 12:00 pm
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FOUND Vintage Market at WBUR Festival
80/100
Vintage market with 60+ vendors at the WBUR Festival on BU campus.
- 12:00 pm
51
Boston Open Market
80/100
Weekly open market along Boylston Street with 50+ local artists and makers.
- 12:00 pm
52
Fenway Outdoor Vintage Festival @ Timeout | Select Markets
80/100
Large outdoor vintage market with 30+ vendors, food, and free entry.
- 12:00 pm
53
Opening Reception: Wandering the City
80/100
Opening reception for a solo art show at a prestigious gallery, ideal for art lovers.
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
54
Italian Wines & Cheeses: Piedmont—$85
80/100
Italian wine and cheese tasting focused on Piedmont, a refined culinary experience.
- 7:15 pm–8:30 pm
55
Crossroads of Sound: Music from All Sides of the Mediterranean
80/100
Concert exploring Mediterranean, Balkan, and Middle Eastern music, a rich cultural journey.
- 7:30 pm–9:00 pm
56
Classic Series: Cheese and Wine 101—$75
80/100
Cheese and wine 101 class, perfect for foodies wanting to learn pairing basics.
- 7:30 pm
57
PAGU: Sushi & Hand-Roll Class
80/100
Sushi and hand-roll class with a James Beard-nominated chef, a top culinary experience.
- 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
58
Drink Your History! Tour of Historic Sites and Taverns (with beer or cider)
80/100
Historic walking tour with craft beer stops, blending history and refreshment.
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
59
Vivaldi with Symphony by the Sea
80/100
Vivaldi concert and talk at the Peabody Essex Museum, a refined cultural afternoon.
- 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
60
New Phil POPS: Family Favorites
80/100
Family-friendly pops concert with songs from Wicked and Queen, fun for all ages.
- 3:00 pm–4:30 pm
61
The X-tet: Sounds from Turkey & The Ottoman Empire
80/100
World premiere of Turkish composer's work with Ottoman influences, a unique musical experience.
- 3:00 pm–4:30 pm
62
Wetland— On Black Poetics and Water presented by Porsha Olayiwola
80/100
Choreolecture on Black poetics and water by a renowned poet, a profound cultural event.
- 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
63
Full Moon Yoga @ The Museum Of Modern Renaissance Somerville MA!
80/100
Blue full moon yoga and soundscape at a museum, a rare and immersive wellness experience.
- 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
64
Where Land Meets Sea: A Coskata–Coatue Nature Tour
80/100
Over-sand vehicle nature tour of a pristine coastal refuge, a unique outdoor adventure.
- 10:00 am
65
Innovation Spotlight: Japan
80/100
A day-long STEM event showcasing Japanese innovation at the Museum of Science, perfect for tech enthusiasts.
- 10:30 am
66
4th Annual Asian Street Food and Music Festival at the 41st Harvard Square Mayfair
80/100
Asian street food and music festival within the Harvard Square Mayfair, offering diverse flavors and performances.
- 11:00 am