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Closing Fiesta (Fiesta en la Plaza)

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

October 14, 2023
2023-10-14T14:00:00 - 2023-10-14T22:00:00

Don't miss this discussion about Afro-Latin arts and cultures, the joy of the Hyde Square Task Force youth dance group, and a musical closing with the extraordinary Venezuelan harpist Eduardo Betancourt and Newman Fellow Cristela Guerra.

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October 14, 2023
2023-10-14T14:00:00 - 2023-10-14T22:00:00
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Latinx Cinema (Fiesta en la Plaza)

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

October 5, 2023
2023-10-05T15:00:00 - 2023-10-05T20:00:00

Join us for a memorable movie night at City Hall Plaza, where we will present two Latino films that will captivate your senses.

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October 5, 2023
2023-10-05T15:00:00 - 2023-10-05T20:00:00
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Salsa Night (Fiesta en la Plaza)

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T17:00:00 - 2023-09-23T20:00:00

Join us for an evening of plenty of Salsa and exciting dance classes led by renowned instructors from MetaMovements. With performances by Clave & Blues and Manolo Mairena.

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September 23, 2023
2023-09-23T17:00:00 - 2023-09-23T20:00:00
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Cuatro and Poetry (Fiesta en la Plaza)

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

September 22, 2023
2023-09-22T19:00:00 - 2023-09-22T21:00:00

Discover the Afro-Antillean rhythms and women's voices with the charm of Yara Liceaga, Fabiola Méndez, and the Puerto Rican cuatro during the second weekend of Fiesta en la Plaza.

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September 22, 2023
2023-09-22T19:00:00 - 2023-09-22T21:00:00
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Fiesta Welcome (Fiesta en la Plaza)

Update: This event has been moved from Saturday, September 16, to Sunday, September 17 due to inclement weather from Hurricane Lee.

September 17, 2023
2023-09-17T12:00:00 - 2023-09-17T19:00:00

The City of Boston and Cultural Ágora celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Fiesta en la Plaza, a diverse program of cultural activities that will take place over four weekends on City Hall Plaza.

You are cordially invited to Inauguration Day at the 2023 Latinx Heritage Month celebration. Join us for a mesmerizing comparsa and multiple performances featuring talented artists like Jorge Arce, Agua, Sol y Sereno, Eguie Castrillo, Veronica Robles, and Claudio Ragazzi.

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September 17, 2023
2023-09-17T12:00:00 - 2023-09-17T19:00:00
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Free Bike Repair Workshop

Join us for a free hands-on bike repair workshop and learn the basics of fixing a bike. Everyone welcome, whether you have your bike or not! 

August 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 15, 2023, 2 times
  • Jackson Mann Community Center
    500 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
    Boston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
  • Posted:
2023-08-15T18:00:00 - 2023-08-15T20:00:00
August 15, 2023
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 15, 2023, 2 times
  • Jackson Mann Community Center
    500 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
    Boston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Allston
  • Posted:
2023-08-15T18:00:00 - 2023-08-15T20:00:00
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Free Bike Repair Workshop

Join us for a free hands-on bike repair workshop and learn the basics of fixing a bike. Everyone is welcome, whether you have your bike or not.

August 15, 2023
  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 15, 2023, 2 times
  • Blackstone Community Center
    50 W Brookline St, Boston, MA 02118
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-08-15T14:00:00 - 2023-08-15T16:00:00
August 15, 2023
  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from August 15, 2023, 2 times
  • Blackstone Community Center
    50 W Brookline St, Boston, MA 02118
    Boston, MA 02118
  • Contact:
    Boston Bikes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South End
  • Posted:
2023-08-15T14:00:00 - 2023-08-15T16:00:00
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Little Amal

Little Amal is the 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child at the heart of The Walk. She has become a global symbol of human rights, especially those of refugees.

September 7, 2023
2023-09-07T00:00:00 - 2023-09-09T23:59:00

The City of Boston, along with American Repertory Theatre (ART) at Harvard University, ArtsEmerson, Company One Theatre, Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), Lars Jan, Boston University Center on Forced Displacement, Boston University Arts Initiative, Extinction Rebellion Boston, Foxborough Public Schools, RefugePoint, and The Puppet Free Library, will welcome Little Amal to the City of Boston September 7 - 9, 2023.

Graphic with image of Little Amal and text: "Boston September 7-9"

September 7, 2023
2023-09-07T00:00:00 - 2023-09-09T23:59:00

Little Amal in Boston

Interactive Film (Boston Children's Museum)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, every half hour 12 - 2:30 p.m.

At KidStage, view a short interactive film about Amal’s incredible journey, refugees, the challenges refugees face when finding home, and how organizations like Refuge Point are helping refugees find lasting solutions.

Little Amal (ArtsEmerson)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 3:30 p.m. (Arrival at 4 p.m.)

Join ArtsEmerson in Welcoming Little Amal to Boston. Be part of this special moment when Amal takes her first steps in Boston to shine the light on the importance of empathy and the spirit of welcoming all.

Join A.R.T., ArtsThursdays, and Little Amal for Finding Friends in Harvard Yard

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 6 p.m.

In search of comfort and companionship, Little Amal discovers historic Harvard Yard where she is welcomed by the communities of the University and of Cambridge.

Don't let me sleep alone (Yo-Yo Ma)

Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 9 p.m.

Amal is searching for a place to sleep on the first night of her long journey. As she settles down to sleep, she hears a lullaby.

Countdown to Kindergarten

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 12 p.m.

It’s the start of a new school year and Little Amal is welcoming incoming kindergarteners as they receive their school backpacks.

Find A Safe Haven (Extinction Rebellion Boston)

Friday, September 8. 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

Amal is lost as night begins to fall, when she encounters a sparrow searching for a safe place to nest. Puppet-making workshop 4 - 6 p.m. before Little Amal’s arrival.

Things my mother whispered (Josh Higgasson)

Friday, September 8, 2023, at 8:30 p.m.

As Amal walks late at night through Boston, ethereal projections of her mother’s words surround her. Tender questions and affectionate words of advice give her the strength to keep walking.

When Migrants Meet (Company One)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 11 a.m.

Walk with Little Amal from the Egleston Square branch of the Boston Public Library to Franklin Park as she discovers an injured snow goose that’s been separated from her family. She's welcomed into the flock for a HONKing good time!

Marvelous mariposa (ICA Watershed)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 1 p.m.

Welcome Little Amal to the ICA Watershed in East Boston, featuring performances from the Veronica Robles Cultural Center.

Ceremonial First Pitch (Boston Red Sox)

Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 3:30 p.m.

Thousands of Red Sox fans cheer for Amal as she steps up to deliver a ceremonial first pitch at "America’s Most Beloved Ballpark", Fenway Park. She is very excited. And very nervous…

Event Map

Learn more about Little Amal

Photo Credit:
Little Amal © The Walk Productions © Respective Collective

Production Information

The Walk and Handspring Puppet Company logos

"Amal Walks Across America" is produced by The Walk Productions in association with the Handspring Puppet Company. U.S. Producing Partner THE OFFICE performing arts+film. Impact + Outreach The Soze Agency. Marketing Cause Lab. PR + Communications DKC.

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The Beantown Get Down

The Beantown Get Down Hip Hop Dance Event offers an intergenerational opportunity for Boston’s young people to learn from Hip Hop legends.

August 19, 2023
2023-08-19T12:00:00 - 2023-08-19T22:00:00

This project will bring together local residents and dancers of all backgrounds, knowledge, and artistic abilities to celebrate hip-hop dance styles developed since the 1980s.

Come down to Boston’s City Hall plaza for dance battles, a Hip Hop Cypher, and a Judges’ Showcase with artists Ramiro Vaughan “Purpose,” MegaTron, and Krucial.

More Info

Graphic with text: Beantown Get Down Free Hip Hop Event Saturday, August 19 Boston City Hall

City of Boston, Arts and Culture, WBUR, and WERS logos

 

August 19, 2023
2023-08-19T12:00:00 - 2023-08-19T22:00:00
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GLD FSTVL

GLD FSTVL is the ultimate festival where music, art, and good vibes collide in an unforgettable in-person celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop music and culture!

August 12, 2023
2023-08-12T12:00:00 - 2023-08-12T22:00:00

Presented by the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture and Boston-based Hip Hop crew STL GLD, join us at City Hall Plaza for an unforgettable day of music, food, and culture. This day-long event will bring together the Boston community highlighting the rich history of Hip Hop music and culture.

EarthGang and Dead Prez will headline GLD FSTVL, and the day-long event will also feature local performances by STL GLD, Billy Dean Thomas, Van Buren Records, The Hip Hop Transformation, Latrell James, Kei, and Oompa, as well as local DJs, food trucks, and retail vendors.

With a vibrant atmosphere and amazing performances, GLD FSTVL promises to be an epic celebration of music and community.

Graphic with text “GLD FSTVL - EARTHGANG, DEAD PREZ, STL GLD, OOMPA, Van Buren Records, Latrell James, Billy Dean Thomas, KEI, THHT, DJ E DUBBLE, DJ WHY SHAM, DJ SLIPWAX, DJ BOBBY BANGERS, 08.12.2023, City Hall Plaza”

City of Boston, Arts and Culture, WBUR, and WERS logos

 

August 12, 2023
2023-08-12T12:00:00 - 2023-08-12T22:00:00

Schedule

Time Stage Artist
12 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Bobby Bangers
12:30 p.m. Main Stage Welcome with host Mr. P.S.A.
12:40 p.m. Main Stage The Hip Hop Transformation
1 p.m. Main Stage Donald Grunge
1:20 p.m. Main Stage kei
1:50 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Bobby Bangers
2:15 p.m. Main Stage Van Buren Records
2:45 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Why Sham
3:20 p.m. Main Stage Stiggity Stackz
3:35 p.m. Main Stage Billy Dean Thomas
4:05 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Why Sham
4:20 p.m. Main Stage Latrell James
4:50 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Slipwax
5:25 p.m. Main Stage Dead Prez
6 p.m. DJ Stage DJ Slipwax
6:20 p.m. Main Stage Oompa
6:50 p.m. DJ Stage DJ E Dubble
7:25 p.m. Main Stage STL GLD
8:25 p.m. DJ Stage DJ E Dubble
8:50 p.m. Main Stage EarthGang
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