Refreshments will be provided. For more information, please contact erika.butler@boston.gov.

You will learn about the history of acrobatics in China, which goes back more than 2,000 years, and some basic Chinese phrases. Li performs hand balances, plate spinning, ribbon dancing, diabolos, and foot juggling. A limited number of young volunteers get to join her to create an impromptu ribbon dance, and also to try their hand at plate spinning. 

Funding for this program was made possible by the Highland Street Foundation.

We will celebrate the much-beloved trickster spider who has brought joy to many generations through interactive stories, games, and songs. 

Funding for this program was made possible by the Highland Street Foundation.

Moakley Park Winter Warmer will be an afternoon of fun with s’mores, hot cocoa, kids’ activities, snowshoeing (weather permitting), music, and more! Explore new recreational activities, learn about resilient landscapes, and lend your voice to the ‘Make Moakley Yours’ campaign. Learn about what is being done to make Moakley Park accessible to all of Boston, while enjoying the festivities at the same time!  We want to hear what you want to see in Moakley Park in the short and long term, to make it a more resilient, healthy, safe and vibrant park for Boston’s many varied communities. This event is free to the public and family friendly. 

We look forward to seeing everyone on February 29, next to the Ollie/South Boston Neighborhood Preschool (1187 Columbia Road) from 2 - 4 pm. Admission is free and open to all. 

Can’t make it? We would love to hear your feedback.

• Drop-in, no pre-registration required.
• We require a caregiver to participate during Family Gym. Fun and safety are our priorities.
• Caregivers must remain in the gym with their children at all times.
• Legal guardian must sign a waiver before child can participate.
• Children of all abilities welcome
• Immigrant-safe space.

Learn more about BCYF Jackson-Mann

 The Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Franklin Park Coalition present the 2026 Winter Festival at Franklin Park on Saturday, February 21st, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit boston.gov/winterfest for more information about this family-friendly school vacation week event.  The event is hosted in partnership with title sponsor Highland Street Foundation and contributing sponsors H.P. Hood LLC.

The free festival is open to all and offers music, giveaways, winter activities, treats, games and crafts. Featured attractions include a synthetic ice skating rink, snowman igloo bounce house and obstacle course.  Try your musical skills at Boston Music Group’s instrument ‘petting zoo.’  Enjoy the New England Revolution interactive soccer exhibit.  Meet the horses of the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit and learn about their important role in our parks. 

Additional Winter Festival at Franklin Park Activities to include:

Thursday, February 19th: Stable Tour and Snowshoeing Safari

Friday, February 20th: Horse-Of-Course

The Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse is located at 1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester MA 02121. Call (617) 635-4505 or email parks@boston.gov for more information. To stay up to date with news, events, and improvements in Boston parks, visit Boston.gov/Parks, join our email list at bit.ly/Get-Parks-Emails, and follow our social channels @bostonparksdept on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

We will update this page with team matchups as information becomes available.

• 8:30 a.m. Squirt A Game 12
• 9:45 a.m Girls U10 Game 4
• 12:30 p.m. Girls U12 Game 6
• 1:45 p.m. Squirt AAA Game 8
• 3:00 p.m. Pee Wee A Game 14
• 4:15 p.m. Pee Wee AAA Game 4
• 5:30 p.m. Bantam A Game 6
• 6:45 PM: Bantam AAA Game 6

Mayor Walsh's Mayor’s Cup Hockey Tournament is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, with support from presenting sponsor the Boston Bruins Foundation and additional support from P&G Gillette.

Support for the Mayor’s Cup Ice Hockey Tournament is also provided by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, FMC Ice Sports, Boston University, Northeastern University, Harvard University, and Boston College.

We will update this page with team matchups as information becomes available.

• 4 p.m. Squirt AA Game 4
• 5:15 p.m. Girls U14 Game 2
• 6:30 p.m. Pee Wee AA Game 6
• 7:45 p.m. Bantam AA Game 4

Mayor Walsh's Mayor’s Cup Hockey Tournament is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, with support from presenting sponsor the Boston Bruins Foundation and additional support from P&G Gillette.

Support for the Mayor’s Cup Ice Hockey Tournament is also provided by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, FMC Ice Sports, Boston University, Northeastern University, Harvard University, and Boston College.

Facepainting and the Bruins Street Team will be available to entertain the crowd! We will update this page with team matchups as information becomes available.

• 11 a.m.: Mite AA Championship
• 12 p.m.: Mite AAA Championship

Mayor Walsh's Mayor’s Cup Hockey Tournament is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, with support from presenting sponsor the Boston Bruins Foundation and additional support from P&G Gillette.

Support for the Mayor’s Cup Ice Hockey Tournament is also provided by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, FMC Ice Sports, Boston University, Northeastern University, Harvard University, and Boston College.