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Landlord Fair

The City of Boston facilitates a program to support landlords who rent to households moving out of homelessness.

June 3, 2026
Event Date2026-06-03T15:00:00 - 2026-06-03T17:00:00

The program provides landlords with incentives including signing bonuses, and a dedicated customer service provider throughout the leasing process and tenancy. Learn about the opportunities available and showcase your vacancies to individuals with vouchers who are ready to sign leases!

Learn More

To learn more, go to boston.gov/landlord-program or call (857) 323-6303.

June 3, 2026
Event Date2026-06-03T15:00:00 - 2026-06-03T17:00:00

Cannabis Empowerment Week 2026: High Standards

Cannabis Empowerment Week 2026, Kickoff Event. An educational experience on social consumption. 

June 15, 2026
Event Date2026-06-15T18:00:00 - 2026-06-15T20:00:00

Join us for the kickoff event of the Fourth Annual Cannabis Empowerment Week 2026: Social in the City — an evening centered on education, conversation, and the future of social consumption in Boston.

Hosted by the City of Boston Cannabis Industry Development Team and the Boston Cannabis Board, this informational session will explore Boston’s anticipated municipal planning process, the three new social consumption license types, community impact considerations, and the statewide framework surrounding social consumption.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from City and State representatives, engage in discussion, ask questions, and learn more about how social consumption could shape hospitality, culture, nightlife, equity, and economic opportunity throughout Boston.

We will also meet and engage with newly appointed Cannabis Control Commissioner, Xiomara Albán DeLobato.  

Whether you are a business owner, entrepreneur, community member, advocate, consumer, or simply curious about social consumption this event is designed to inform, connect, and empower.

Get Social in the City with us as we kick off a week dedicated to cannabis education, equity, culture, and community.

REGISTER HERE

High Standards CEW

June 15, 2026
Event Date2026-06-15T18:00:00 - 2026-06-15T20:00:00

Parks Fitness: BCBS Frog Pond Yoga

Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.

May 7, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from May 7, 2026, until August 27, 2026
  • Boston Common
    38 Beacon Street
    Boston , MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-07T18:00:00 - 2026-05-07T19:00:00

Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. Instructors will provide flow movement for people of all levels what will imrpove your mental and physical being, release stress and expand your energy.

Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.

Register for the event

May 7, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Thursday, starting from May 7, 2026, until August 27, 2026
  • Boston Common
    38 Beacon Street
    Boston , MA
  • Contact:
    Jennifer Misiaszek
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
    Outdoor
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-05-07T18:00:00 - 2026-05-07T19:00:00

Workers' Rights Office Hours

Boston Workers! Do you have questions about your rights on the job? Do you have a workplace issue and want to take action?

June 17, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Perkins Community Center
    155 Talbot Avenue
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Labor Compliance and Worker Protections
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-17T13:00:00 - 2026-06-17T15:00:00

The Office of Labor Compliance and Worker Protections is partnering with Boston Centers for Youth and Families to meet with residents one-on-one and provide support. Attend to get your questions answered by experts, get referrals, and access community and legal resources. 

June 17, 2026
  • 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Perkins Community Center
    155 Talbot Avenue
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Labor Compliance and Worker Protections
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-17T13:00:00 - 2026-06-17T15:00:00

Workers' Rights Office Hours

Boston Workers! Do you have questions about your rights on the job? Do you have a workplace issue and want to take action?

June 3, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Marshall Community Center
    35 Westville Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Labor Compliance and Worker Protections
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T16:30:00 - 2026-06-03T18:30:00

The Office of Labor Compliance and Worker Protections is partnering with Boston Centers for Youth and Families to meet with residents one-on-one and provide support. Attend to get your questions answered by experts, get referrals, and access community and legal resources. 

June 3, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Marshall Community Center
    35 Westville Street
    Boston, MA 02124
  • Contact:
    Labor Compliance and Worker Protections
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Event Type:
    Social good
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-06-03T16:30:00 - 2026-06-03T18:30:00

Rosalita’s Puppet Show: Dorchester

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

August 7, 2026
Event Date2026-08-07T11:00:00 - 2026-08-07T12:00:00

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.

August 7, 2026
Event Date2026-08-07T11:00:00 - 2026-08-07T12:00:00

Rosalita’s Puppet Show: South Boston

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

August 6, 2026
Event Date2026-08-06T11:00:00 - 2026-08-06T12:00:00

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.

August 6, 2026
Event Date2026-08-06T11:00:00 - 2026-08-06T12:00:00

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

Rosalita’s Puppet Show: Beacon Hill

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

July 30, 2026
Event Date2026-07-30T11:00:00 - 2026-07-30T12:00:00

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 30, 2026
Event Date2026-07-30T11:00:00 - 2026-07-30T12:00:00

Rosalita’s Puppet Show: Jamaica Plain

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

July 24, 2026
Event Date2026-07-24T11:00:00 - 2026-07-24T12:00:00

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 24, 2026
Event Date2026-07-24T11:00:00 - 2026-07-24T12:00:00
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