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Cuba Flag Rising and Cultural Event

Join us for a vibrant flag-raising ceremony and cultural celebration honoring Cuban heritage, music, and history.

October 12, 2026
Event Date2026-10-12T12:00:49 - 2026-10-12T13:30:49
October 12, 2026
Event Date2026-10-12T12:00:49 - 2026-10-12T13:30:49

Sweater Weather Fest

Sweater Weather Festival is a film and music activation that will connect local filmmakers and musicians with established industry professionals and organizations through panels, workshops, and a premiere film screening projected on to the City Hall building.

October 17, 2026
Event Date2026-10-17T14:00:00 - 2026-10-17T23:00:00

Sweater Weather Fest: Where fall meets film.

Sweater Weather Fest is a free, all ages event on City Hall Plaza hosted by Sweater Weather Films, where Boston’s film industry opens up to the public. Taking place October 17, the day includes panels with local working filmmakers, crew, and local production companies, plus a short film contest anyone can enter. Guests can browse fall vendors from around the city, grab food from local favorites, and stop by the beer garden throughout the day. The night closes with a feature screening under the open sky. The plaza is fully accessible, with accommodations available for guests who need them.

This event is part of a City Hall Plaza Event Series supported by the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture. Stay tuned for event time and more details, coming soon!

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Flyer for film networking event

October 17, 2026
Event Date2026-10-17T14:00:00 - 2026-10-17T23:00:00

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

Rosalita’s Puppet Show: Roslindale

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

July 23, 2026
Event Date2026-07-23T11:00:00 - 2026-07-23T12:00:00

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 23, 2026
Event Date2026-07-23T11:00:00 - 2026-07-23T12:00:00

Movie Night - Wicked: For Good

LOCATION MOVED - JOIN US ON THE BOSTON COMMON NEAR BREWER FOUNTAIN

August 29, 2026
Event Date2026-08-29T19:00:00 - 2026-08-29T23:00:00

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.

Wicked: For Good (2025) Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. PG.

 

 

August 29, 2026
Event Date2026-08-29T19:00:00 - 2026-08-29T23:00:00

Movie Night - Hoppers

In parks citywide, Bostonians can enjoy films under the night skies with this popular series.

August 27, 2026
Event Date2026-08-27T20:00:00

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.

Animal lover Mabel uses clever new technology designed to "hop" human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined. Rated PG.

 

 

August 27, 2026
Event Date2026-08-27T20:00:00
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