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Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs

Enjoy musical selections played by itinerant musicians!

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T13:00:00 - 2026-07-04T15:00:00

In the guise of itinerant musicians, Al Petty & Deirdre Sweeney perform popular 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health” on the penny whistle, flute, fife, & other instruments.

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T13:00:00 - 2026-07-04T15:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - East Boston

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T12:00:00 - 2026-08-12T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 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.

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T12:00:00 - 2026-08-12T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - Mission Hill

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

August 5, 2026
Event Date2026-08-05T12:00:00 - 2026-08-05T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 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.

August 5, 2026
Event Date2026-08-05T12:00:00 - 2026-08-05T13:00:00

Canceled:
Splash Pad Dance Party - Charlestown

Reason for cancellation: weather
July 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T12:00:00 - 2026-07-29T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 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 29, 2026
Event Date2026-07-29T12:00:00 - 2026-07-29T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - West Roxbury

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

July 22, 2026
Event Date2026-07-22T12:00:00 - 2026-07-22T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 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 22, 2026
Event Date2026-07-22T12:00:00 - 2026-07-22T13:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - Roxbury

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

July 15, 2026
Event Date2026-07-15T12:00:00 - 2026-07-15T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. 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 15, 2026
Event Date2026-07-15T12:00:00 - 2026-07-15T13:00:00

August 27 Summer Family Bike Ride in East Boston

Easy route. All ages welcome. Bikes available to borrow.

August 27, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • McKay School
    122 Cottage Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-27T18:00:00 - 2026-08-27T20:00:11

A family-friendly group ride in East Boston neighborhood! Join us to practice bike skills — come by yourself, with a friend, or your family. We will be starting in the McKay School's yard.

Registration for the event is required

​Register for the event

Group of people riding bicycles down sidewalk.

August 27, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • McKay School
    122 Cottage Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-27T18:00:00 - 2026-08-27T20:00:11

August 13 Summer Family Bike Ride in East Boston

Easy route. All ages welcome. Bikes available to borrow.

August 13, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • McKay School
    122 Cottage Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-13T18:00:00 - 2026-08-13T20:00:00

Group of people riding bicycles down sidewalk.

A family-friendly group ride in East Boston neighborhood! Join us to practice bike skills - come by yourself, with a friend, or your family. We will be starting in the McKay School's yard.

Registration for the event is required. 

August 13, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • McKay School
    122 Cottage Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-13T18:00:00 - 2026-08-13T20:00:00

July 30 Family Bike Ride in Franklin Park

Easy route. All ages welcome. Bikes available to borrow.

July 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Franklin Park Playstead
    Pierpoint Rd
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T18:00:00 - 2026-07-30T20:00:00

a photo of a group of different-age people on bikes

A family-friendly group ride in Moakley Park in South Boston neighborhood! Join us to practice bike skills - come by yourself, with a friend, or your family! We will be starting in Franklin Park's Playstead: Baseball Field by Elma Lewis Playhouse

Registration for the event is required. 

July 30, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Franklin Park Playstead
    Pierpoint Rd
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-30T18:00:00 - 2026-07-30T20:00:00

Canceled:
July 16 Summer Family Bike Ride in Franklin Park

Reason for cancellation: Due to the loss of our team member, this event has been cancelled.
July 16, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Franklin Park Playstead
    Pierpoint Rd
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-16T18:00:00 - 2026-07-16T20:00:00

a photo of a group of different-age people on bikes

A family-friendly group ride in Franklin Park! Join us to practice bike skills - come by yourself, with a friend, or your family! Registration for the event is required. We will be starting at Franklin Park's Playstead: Baseball field next to Elma Lewis Playhouse.

July 16, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Franklin Park Playstead
    Pierpoint Rd
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Jamaica Plain
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
    Outdoor
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-07-16T18:00:00 - 2026-07-16T20:00:00
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