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17th Annual Gospelfest

Join us for the 17th Annual Gospelfest, New England's largest gospel music celebration.

August 6, 2017
Event Date2017-08-06T17:00:00 - 2017-08-06T20:00:00

The 17th Annual Gospelfest will take place on Sunday, August 6, from 5 - 8 p.m. on City Hall Plaza. Gospelfest is New England’s largest Gospel music celebration.

The 17th Annual Gospelfest will feature:

  • an opening performance by Donovan McLean, Jr. and The Kingdom Builders
  • an opening performance by Margaret Holmes & the Gospel T’s
  • an opening performance by the Mayor Walsh’s Community Gospel Choir, and
  • a headlining performance by Anthony Brown & group therAPy.
Anthony Brown & group therAPy

Anthony Brown, a prodigy who began playing piano at age 3, reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts for his song, “It Ain’t Over.” His music career took off in 2012 with the release of his debut studio album, "Anthony Brown & group therAPy." He released his sophomore album, "Everyday Jesus," three years later in 2015. Brown, who is also the Assistant Minister of Music at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden in his home state of Maryland, has had an undeniable and profound impact on the genre of gospel music.

The Kingdom Builders

Under the direction of Donovan McLean Jr., The Kingdom Builders released their debut project, "For Your Glory," in August 2015. Since then, they have performed at various venues, preaching about the transformative power of God through their music.

Margaret Holmes & The Gospel T’s

Margaret Holmes & The Gospel T’s, a family-based group from Boston, will also be performing. Siblings Treva, Timmealya, and Tyricky, along with grandmother Margaret Holmes have been singing together for sixteen years. The group recently released their EP, "Saved." Margaret Holmes has also been given an Award of Achievement on behalf of the City due to her “gracious heart and commitment to the City of Boston.”

Mayor’s Community Gospel Choir

Plus, for the second year in a row, the Mayor’s Community Gospel Choir will wow with their vocals. This sixteen-person group is organized by the Mayor’s Office’s own Edna Wilkie.

August 6, 2017
Event Date2017-08-06T17:00:00 - 2017-08-06T20:00:00

Splash Dance Party - Mattapan

Bring the children to the park to cool off in the spray features and try some tasty treats.

August 18, 2017
Event Date2017-08-18T12:00:00 - 2017-08-18T13:00:00

Listen to music while playing games and dancing in the parks.

August 18, 2017
Event Date2017-08-18T12:00:00 - 2017-08-18T13:00:00

Splash Dance Party - West Roxbury

Bring the children to the park to cool off in the spray features and try some tasty treats.

August 11, 2017
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • 502 VFW Parkway
    West Roxbury, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    Download Splash Dance Party flier
Event Date2017-08-11T12:00:00 - 2017-08-11T13:00:00

Listen to music while playing games and dancing in the parks.

August 11, 2017
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • 502 VFW Parkway
    West Roxbury, MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    Download Splash Dance Party flier
Event Date2017-08-11T12:00:00 - 2017-08-11T13:00:00

Splash Dance Party - East Boston Memorial Park

Bring the children to the park to cool off in the spray features and try some tasty treats.

July 28, 2017
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • 143 Porter Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    Download the event flier
Event Date2017-07-28T12:00:00 - 2017-07-28T13:00:00

Listen to music while playing games and dancing in the parks.

July 28, 2017
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • 143 Porter Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Parks and Recreation Department
  • 617-635-4505
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
  • Event Type:
    Family friendly
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    Download the event flier
Event Date2017-07-28T12:00:00 - 2017-07-28T13:00:00

East Boston Summer Block Party

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Block Party!

August 24, 2017
Event Date2017-08-24T17:00:00 - 2017-08-24T19:00:00

The Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties offer a variety of free activities, including:

  • music
  • a cookout
  • snow cones
  • various activities
  • swimming, and
  • resource tables from every department within the City of Boston Health and Human Services Cabinet.  These departments will have lots of great information to share and giveaways.
August 24, 2017
Event Date2017-08-24T17:00:00 - 2017-08-24T19:00:00

Roslindale Summer Block Party

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Block Party!

August 17, 2017
Event Date2017-08-17T17:00:00 - 2017-08-17T19:00:00

The Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties offer a variety of free activities, including:

  • music
  • a cookout
  • snow cones
  • various activities
  • swimming, and
  • resource tables from every department within the City of Boston Health and Human Services Cabinet.  These departments will have lots of great information to share and giveaways.
August 17, 2017
Event Date2017-08-17T17:00:00 - 2017-08-17T19:00:00

South Boston Summer Block Party

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Block Party!

August 10, 2017
Event Date2017-08-10T17:00:00 - 2017-08-10T19:00:00

The Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties offer a variety of free activities, including:

  • music
  • a cookout
  • snow cones
  • various activities
  • swimming, and
  • resource tables from every department within the City of Boston Health and Human Services Cabinet.  These departments will have lots of great information to share and giveaways.
August 10, 2017
Event Date2017-08-10T17:00:00 - 2017-08-10T19:00:00

Mattapan Summer Block Party

Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Block Party!

    August 3, 2017
    Event Date2017-08-03T17:00:00 - 2017-08-03T19:00:00

    The Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties offer a variety of free activities, including:

    • music
    • a cookout
    • snow cones
    • various activities
    • swimming, and
    • resource tables from every department within the City of Boston Health and Human Services Cabinet.  These departments will have lots of great information to share and giveaways.
    August 3, 2017
    Event Date2017-08-03T17:00:00 - 2017-08-03T19:00:00

    South End Summer Block Party

    This event has been canceled due to weather. 

    July 27, 2017
    Event Date2017-07-27T17:00:00 - 2017-07-27T19:00:00

    The Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties offer a variety of free activities, including:

    • music
    • a cookout
    • snow cones
    • various activities, and
    • resource tables from every department within the City of Boston Health and Human Services Cabinet.  These departments will have lots of great information to share and giveaways.
    July 27, 2017
    Event Date2017-07-27T17:00:00 - 2017-07-27T19:00:00

    Charlestown Summer Block Party

    Mark your calendar and bring your friends and family to a fun and free Neighborhood Block Party!

    July 13, 2017
    Event Date2017-07-13T17:00:00 - 2017-07-13T19:00:00

    The Mayor Martin J. Walsh Summer Block Parties offer a variety of free activities, including:

    • music
    • a cookout
    • snow cones
    • various activities
    • swimming, and
    • resource tables from every department within the City of Boston Health and Human Services Cabinet.  These departments will have lots of great information to share and giveaways.
    July 13, 2017
    Event Date2017-07-13T17:00:00 - 2017-07-13T19:00:00
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