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Movie Night - Zootopia 2

In parks citywide, Bostonians can enjoy films under the night skies with this popular series.

August 4, 2026
Event Date2026-08-04T20:00:00 2026-08-04T20:00:00

The series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department with additional support from the Mayor’s Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment.

Free popcorn will be provided while supplies last.

Zootopia 2 (2025) Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers. PG.

 

 

August 4, 2026
Event Date2026-08-04T20:00:00 2026-08-04T20:00:00

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Zion Rodman

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

August 5, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-05T18:00:00 - 2026-08-05T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

About Zion Rodman: 

Zion Rodman is a Boston-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose soulful voice and intricate guitar work blend indie rock energy with folk storytelling. His sound has been compared to artists and bands like Dawes, Elliott Smith, and Fleetwood Mac. Whether performing solo or with a full band, Zion brings a heartfelt presence to every stage.

A dedicated member of Boston’s music community, Zion hosts weekly open mics on Monday nights at Toad and First Thursdays at Medford Brewing Company, creating welcoming spaces for local artists to connect and share their work. When he’s not on stage, he works behind the scenes as a sound engineer at The Burren, McCarthy’s, and Sofar Sounds.

Listen to Zion's latest album "The Acquisition of All Things" (Summer 2026) on any streaming service.

Learn more about Zion Rodman

August 5, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-05T18:00:00 - 2026-08-05T20:00:00

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Rey Royale

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 22, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-22T18:00:00 - 2026-07-22T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

About Rey Royale: 

Rey Royale - Boston's R&B Ambassador

Rey Royale, celebrated as Boston's R&B Ambassador, is a singer-songwriter, radio host, and event curator who is redefining how the city experiences rhythm and blues. Known for his smooth vocals,intimate storytelling, and magnetic stage presence, Rey creates music that captures both passion and authenticity. His journey began performing with the group 617-later renamed Metro City-under Interscope Records, leading to tours with industry giants such as Keyshia Cole, Kanye West, RL and more. Now stepping into his solo spotlight, Rey is preparing to release his highly anticipated album Behind Closed Doors in February 2026-a project that reflects luxury, intimacy, and the soulful essence of modern R&B.

Beyond the music, Rey is the creator and host of The Rey Royale Experience on Urban Heat 98.1 FM, where he blends music, culture, and conversation every Tuesday night. He is also the visionary behind Boston's premier live R&B gatherings, including The Sing Your Soul Out R&B Sing-Along and Rey Royale & Friends, bringing fans together to celebrate the genre in new and interactive ways. As Boston's R&B Ambassador, Rey Royale is not just performing-he's building a movement. From the stage to the radio waves to community-driven events, his mission is to elevate R&B culture and ensure it thrives for the next generation.

Learn more about Rey Royale

July 22, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-22T18:00:00 - 2026-07-22T20:00:00

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Oak.Land

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 8, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-08T18:00:00 - 2026-07-08T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

About Oak.Land: 

Oak.Land is a boundary-pushing music artist blending dance, house, and rap into a sound that’s both nostalgic and futuristic. Drawing inspiration from the electronic grooves of Daft Punk and the laid-back lyricism of Snoop Dogg and Mac Miller, Oak.Land creates tracks built for both the club and the headphones. With a style that’s equal parts rhythm and rhyme, Oak.Land invites listeners into a world where vibrant beats meet smooth flows—paving a fresh path in the ever-evolving landscape of genre fusion.

Learn more about Oak.Land

July 8, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse
    1 Circuit Drive
    Dorchester, MA 02121
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-08T18:00:00 - 2026-07-08T20:00:00

BCYF Spelling Bee 2026

Join us and cheer on Boston's best spellers this Saturday!

March 28, 2026
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Boston Public Library Rabb Hall
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-03-28T10:00:00 - 2026-03-28T13:00:00

This Saturday, March 28, 2026, Boston’s best youth spellers in grades four through seven will compete in the 18th annual BCYF Citywide Spelling Bee hosted by Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF), the City of Boston's largest youth and human service agency.  The winner will go on to represent Boston in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, the nation's largest and longest-running spelling bee, in Washington, D.C. in May. There will be a brief speaking program before the start of the Bee where all spellers will receive participation medals.

 Last year, the Bee went 16 rounds plus one final and one championship round. The 13 year-old champion, Sapna Malhotra, won by spelling "Senecio” correctly. The Bee’s longtime sponsor is the Boston Bruins Foundation.

 

March 28, 2026
  • 10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Boston Public Library Rabb Hall
    700 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA 02116
  • Contact:
    Boston Centers for Youth & Families
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-03-28T10:00:00 - 2026-03-28T13:00:00

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: It's A 'J' Thing

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T18:00:00 - 2026-07-29T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

About It's A 'J' Thing: 

It's A 'J' Thing has taken on many forms since its establishment in 2016.  Originally the band was a trio consisting of members Jessica Kelly (lead vocals), James Caruso (guitar and vocals) and Jacklyn Turner (violin and vocals).  The trio began playing together back in 2008 with the group Aid to Navigation (2008-2016) and when that project ended the three founding members It's A 'J' Thing continued playing together.  Over the years they have developed a unique sound that features dynamic vocals and harmonies, backed with a consistent tone on acoustic guitar and highlighted with blasts of electric violin.  In 2024, vocalist and violinist Jacklyn Turner took an indefinite leave from the group, but the duo of Jess and James continues to play.  It's always possible to see a featured artist at a show and the musical journey carries on....

 

Learn more about It's A 'J' Thing

July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T18:00:00 - 2026-07-29T20:00:00

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: A Sort of Homecoming (U2 cover band)

Enjoy live music on the patio at one of the City's golf courses.

July 15, 2026
Event Date2026-07-15T18:00:00 - 2026-07-15T20:00:00

The Golf Course Concert Series is part of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s ParkARTS program. They are held in July and August. Shows begin at 6 p.m.

 
About A Sort of HOmecoming: 

What do you get when four strangers with a shared obsession for U2 meet each other?

A Sort Of Homecoming - Boston's own tribute to the legendary Irish rockers.  We bring the big sound, big feels and just the right amount of Bono swagger.  Come for the hits, stay for the heart.

Add Rock - Drums

Alan Sledge - Guitar and vocals

Leonard "Len" Curtin - Bass and vocals

Roger Farner - Lead vocals and harmonica

 

Learn more about A Sort of Homecoming (U2 cover band)

July 15, 2026
Event Date2026-07-15T18:00:00 - 2026-07-15T20:00:00

Community Volunteer Day in Franklin Park

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department's Urban Wilds Division is inviting you to join us in removing non-native plant species and build habitat walls at our first volunteer event of the year!

April 18, 2026
Event Date2026-04-18T10:00:00 - 2026-04-18T12:00:00

This natural area is home to beautiful rock outcrops, heritage trees, and attractions like the Bear Dens. However, it needs our help to stay healthy and remain an important park for us and future generations. We hope that by bringing people together to work towards restoring the ecological health of the Long Crouch Woods, we can showcase this area's beauty and potential.

Urban Wilds Volunteer Day Photo

For this event, there is no experience necessary! The focus is to clean up trash and glass from the site, clean up trails, remove invasive understory plants, and build habitat walls with the brush generated; all of which are done to improve overall forest health and increase visibility into the woods. There will be lots of learning opportunities for residents of all ages and backgrounds. 

Urban Wilds Volunteer Day Photo

The event will happen, rain or shine. We will cancel in the case of extreme weather such as thunderstorms. Staff will provide all the tools, supplies, and instruction needed for the project(s). Please dress in comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, as well as wearing closed toe shoes. We recommend participants bring their own water, snacks, sunscreen, and bug spray. All ages are welcome, we just ask to note if any children will be joining for the day!

For the understory plant removal aspect, expect to be utilizing hand cutting tools like loppers and pruners, moving brush, raking, and maybe even kneeling/crouching. Please let us know in the form if you have any special accommodations or needs in order to joyfully participate!

There is limited street parking near the entrance we are meeting at,  but it can be limited, so we also encourage you to bike, walk, or take public transit. There is also public parking at the Playstead and Giraffe Gate of the zoo, which is about a 10 minute walk to the school street entrance.

We hope to see you there, and we would also love to hear your ideas for future projects! Be sure to fill out our Google Form to sign up.

Urban Wilds Volunteer Day Photo

April 18, 2026
Event Date2026-04-18T10:00:00 - 2026-04-18T12:00:00

Emerald Necklace Walking Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

September 20, 2026
Event Date2026-09-20T10:00:00 - 2026-09-20T16:00:00

Walk the legendary Emerald Necklace from Boston Common to Franklin Park. On this guided journey, follow the green ribbon designed by Frederick Law Olmsted as it winds through historic parks, scenic waterways, and hidden landscapes across the city. Discover the parks that connect Boston—one park at a time. Please bring plenty of water and comfortable shoes. There will be stops for restroom breaks and a 30-minute lunch break (lunch is not provided). 

  • Meeting location will be outside the Boston Common Visitor Center located at 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111
  • Ending location will be at the William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park located at 1 Circuit Dr, Boston, MA 02121
  • For ages 15+
  • Registration is not required at this time

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage or call (617) 635-7383.

 

September 20, 2026
Event Date2026-09-20T10:00:00 - 2026-09-20T16:00:00

Stable Tour

Join the Boston Park Rangers as we offer FREE environmental education through guided tours and nature-based programming intended for ALL AGES. 

September 3, 2026
Event Date2026-09-03T16:00:00 - 2026-09-03T17:30:00

Join the Boston Park Rangers on a tour of our stable as we introduce you to our equine partners. This is a behind-the-scenes look at how the Boston Park Rangers operate their stable.

  • Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes
  • For all ages 
  • Tour length 1 - 1.5 hours
  • Parking is available onsite

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

 

September 3, 2026
Event Date2026-09-03T16:00:00 - 2026-09-03T17:30:00
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