Boston Park Rangers, Urban Wilds staff, and Parks employees will provide formal and informal discussions or tours during the hikes. Some hikes may be more focused on taking a walk in the park, while others may be more informational.

Please note — this is not a hike. This is a "Horse of Course" program hosted by a Boston Park Ranger. Come meet one of the mounted units from our herd and learn about their role in the parks, and how they are cared for.

For more information visit the Hike Boston home page.

Join the Project on Predatory Student Lending and the City of Boston for an in-depth clinic on federal student loan repayment. Get answers and individualized support on navigating student debt.

Whether you're just starting your repayment journey or are well into it, our free student debt clinic is for you!

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Climate Tech on the Plaza is a unique opportunity for forward-thinking companies to present their cutting-edge technologies aimed at mitigating and adapting to climate change, outside on City Hall Plaza. This event will serve as a platform for entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and policymakers to come together, exchange ideas, and explore partnerships (and cool gadgets!) that can drive real-world impact.

• Visibility: Gain exposure for your climate tech solutions in front of the public—everyone is invited—including industry experts, investors, potential collaborators, tourists, and residents of all ages.
• Networking: Connect with fellow innovators, investors, and key stakeholders who share your commitment to sustainability. Featured companies include Schneider Electric, EnergySage, AlphaStruxure, and Uplight.

If you're interested in showcasing your climate tech innovation at the Climate Tech on the Plaza, please submit your application by Wednesday, July 10. Selected participants will have the opportunity to present their technology through live demonstrations, pitches, or poster sessions. For inquiries and applications, please contact shanice.wallace@boston.gov.

Please join us for our 2025 funding round Virtual Meet and Greet! Meet the CPA team and learn more about:

• the Community Preservation Act (CPA) process
• the state statute
• preserving your neighborhood
• application requirements, and
• the evaluation process.

Our goal is to educate all residents and organizations about the Community Preservation Act. Please register using the link below:

Please join us for our 2025 funding round Virtual Meet and Greet! Meet the CPA team and learn more about:

• the Community Preservation Act (CPA) process
• the state statute
• preserving your neighborhood
• application requirements, and
• the evaluation process.

Our goal is to educate all residents and organizations about the Community Preservation Act. Please register using the link below: 

Please join us for our 2025 funding round Virtual Meet and Greet! Meet the CPA team and learn more about:

• the Community Preservation Act (CPA) process
• the state statute
• preserving your neighborhood
• application requirements, and
• the evaluation process.

Our goal is to educate all residents and organizations about the Community Preservation Act. Please register using the link below: 

Please join us for our 2025 funding round Virtual Meet and Greet! Meet the CPA team and learn more about:

• the Community Preservation Act (CPA) process
• the state statute
• preserving your neighborhood
• application requirements, and
• the evaluation process.

Our goal is to educate all residents and organizations about the Community Preservation Act. Please register using the link below: 

Join us for a day of celebration, education, and community at the Boston Juneteenth Freedom Fest! This free public event commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates African American culture and contributions.

The City of Boston is proud to partner with Embrace: The Embrace Ideas Festival, a yearly celebration grounded in arts, ideas, culture, and public scholarship, leading up to the Juneteenth holiday. This multi-day gathering brings together local, state, and national leaders to amplify anti-racism and envision a transformed Boston by 2030.

The Embrace Ideas Festival features keynotes, panels, and live music, shining a light on interrupting zero-sum game thinking regarding racial justice and realizing a democracy worthy of us all. The annual Fest is intentionally wrapped around Juneteenth, an essential holiday we uplift for those who have long celebrated it and invite those who may not have had the opportunity yet to join us in building a new national "monument" together.

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers, led by General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, and declared the end of the Civil War, freeing all enslaved persons. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had been official for over two years, slavery persisted in areas beyond Union control. The Union's takeover of Texas effectively liberated the remaining slaves in the state, ending this specific form of slavery in America.

We look forward to coming together as a community for this momentous occasion and honoring this significant day in our history. Join us in celebrating Juneteenth and envisioning a more just and equitable future for all.

The City of Boston is proud to partner with Embrace: The Embrace Ideas Festival, a yearly celebration grounded in arts, ideas, culture, and public scholarship, leading up to the Juneteenth holiday. This multi-day gathering brings together local, state, and national leaders to amplify anti-racism and envision a transformed Boston by 2030.

The Embrace Ideas Festival features keynotes, panels, and live music, shining a light on interrupting zero-sum game thinking regarding racial justice and realizing a democracy worthy of us all. Our annual Fest is intentionally wrapped around Juneteenth, an essential holiday we uplift for those who have long celebrated it and invite those who may not have had the opportunity yet to join us in building a new national "monument" together.

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers, led by General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, and declared the end of the Civil War, freeing all enslaved persons. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had been official for over two years, slavery persisted in areas beyond Union control. The Union's takeover of Texas effectively liberated the remaining slaves in the state, ending this specific form of slavery in America.

We look forward to coming together as a community for this momentous occasion and honoring this significant day in our history. Join us in celebrating Juneteenth and envisioning a more just and equitable future for all.

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