Local Events & Hot Spots
Happening nowDaily through December 1, 2026 · All Day Event
Forging Independence | Building a Nation
- •Compelling historical exhibition
- •Explore nation-building themes
- •Located at the Whaling Museum
- •Educational and thought-provoking
Happening nowDaily through November 8, 2026 · All Day Event
Sailors’ Valentines: Maritime Art from the Heart
- •Intricate maritime shell art
- •Historic whaling museum setting
- •Unique 19th-century craftwork
Happening nowDaily through November 1 · All Day Event
Proteanna: Susan Heideman
- •Susan Heideman exhibition
- •Stunning museum setting
- •Local artistic talent
Happening nowDaily, 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM, through October · 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
UnCommon Stage Beer Garden
- •Harpoon-brewed beverages
- •Free daily entertainment
- •Iconic Boston Common setting
- •Outdoor beer garden vibes
Happening nowTuesdays–Saturdays, May–October
Barrett's Mill Farm Farmstand
- •Certified Organic produce
- •Fresh local flowers
- •Seasonal fruits and veggies
- •Historic farmstead setting
Happening nowSaturdays, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, through October · 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Carlisle Farmers Market
- •Fresh local produce
- •Handmade artisan products
- •Ice cream at Kimball Farm
- •Saturday morning vibes
Happening nowThursdays, 1:30–6:30 PM, June – November · 1:30pm – 6:30pm
Brookline Farmers’ Market
- •Fresh local produce
- •Rain or shine
- •Weekly community staple
- •Support local vendors
Happening nowWednesdays, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, through Nov 25 · 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Davis Sq Farmers Market
- •Fresh local vendors
- •Mid-week community vibes
- •SNAP Match programs
- •Somerville neighborhood staple
Happening nowRecurring sessions, 4:00 PM, through February 2, 2027 · 4:00 PM
LEGO Time
- •Creative LEGO building
- •Fun for children
- •Free library event
- •After-school activity
Happening nowRecurring through March 20, 2027, 10:00 AM · 10:00 AM
Drop-in Playgroup
- •Drop-in play for little ones
- •Meet local Fenway families
- •Casual community connection
- •Morning playtime fun
Happening nowTuesdays & Fridays, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, through Nov 24 · 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Copley Sq Farmers Market
- •Fresh local food
- •Bustling bi-weekly market
- •SNAP/HIP benefits accepted
- •Heart of Copley Square
Happening nowSaturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, through October 31 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Fish & Farm Market at Boston Fish Pier
- •Fresh local seafood and produce
- •Historic waterfront setting
- •Saturday morning vibes
- •Support local farmers and fishers