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Tito Puente Latin Music Series - Grupo Chevere

The six-concert Tito Puente Latin Music Series returns to Boston parks on in July and August. Performers include Berklee College of Music faculty, students, alumni, and world-renowned artists.

July 9, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • ODay Playground
    75 W Newton Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Music
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-09T19:00:00 - 2026-07-09T20:30:00

Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, this series celebrates years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. The series is sponsored in part by Berklee College of Music and Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción. Free salsa lessons will be led by MetaMovements at select concerts.

All concerts start at 7 p.m. All locations are wheelchair accessible. In the event of inclement weather, all concerts will be canceled with no rain dates.

July 9, 2026
  • 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • ODay Playground
    75 W Newton Street
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Steve
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Music
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-09T19:00:00 - 2026-07-09T20:30:00

South End Landmark District Commission

ATTENTION: This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our online meeting or calling ...

The public can offer testimony.
  • 09:30PM
  • Posted:
    03/27/2026 - 12:01PM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

South End Landmark District Commission Subcommittee

The public can offer testimony.
  • 02:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/26/2026 - 10:27AM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

Rosalita’s Puppet Show: South End

Boston’s parks come alive with these whimsical puppet shows that will delight the child in everyone.

July 31, 2026
Event Date2026-07-31T11:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

Experience the unique charm of Rosalita’s Marionette Puppets featuring marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore.

Performances start at 11 a.m. The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The puppet performances are part of our arts and crafts workshops taking place on the same day from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky.

July 31, 2026
Event Date2026-07-31T11:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

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 Children's Arts and Crafts Workshops: South End

Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy with the kids? Join us this summer for one of our arts and crafts workshops hosted in various parks throughout the City of Boston, hosted by a local artist.

July 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 31, 2026, until August 14, 2026
  • ODay Playground
    75 W Newton Street
    Boston , MA 02118
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-31T10:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

Our arts and crafts workshops are led by local artists. They're held Tuesday through Friday in July and August and run from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. These drop-in workshops encourage kids to explore their creativity through projects like mask making, crayon art, watercolor and much more. Supplies are provided, but you'll need to bring your creativity! 

This series is completely free and open to Boston residents. These workshops will take place in various parks throughout the City of Boston.

Registration is required for groups of 8 or more. Please email allison.singer2@boston.gov to register.

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky.

July 31, 2026
  • 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Friday, starting from July 31, 2026, until August 14, 2026
  • ODay Playground
    75 W Newton Street
    Boston , MA 02118
  • Contact:
    PARKS AND RECREATION
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South End
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-31T10:00:00 - 2026-07-31T12:00:00

South End Landmark District Commission Subcommittee

The public can offer testimony.
  • 05:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/16/2026 - 3:38PM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

Canceled:
South End Landmark District Commission Subcommittee

The public can offer testimony.
  • 02:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/11/2026 - 11:18AM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

Canceled:
St.Botolph Area Architectural Conservation District Commission

  • 09:15PM
  • Posted:
    03/05/2026 - 9:44AM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.

South End Landmark District Commission Public Subcommittee

This meeting will only be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our online meeting or calling +1-646-828-7666 and enter meeting ID #160 773 256. You also can submit written comments or questions to SouthEndLDC@boston.gov.

The public can offer testimony.
  • 02:00PM
  • Posted:
    03/04/2026 - 1:51PM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.
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