Mayor's Office of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment for the City of Boston

Join us for the annual Patriots Day Parade this Monday, April 20, 2026. The parade will be starting at 9 a.m. from City Hall Plaza and marching through the North End.

🎟️ Free + open to the public
📅 Monday, April 20 | 9:00 a.m.
📍 City Hall Plaza → North End
🔗 boston.gov/patriots-day-parade

Join us at Boston University's George Sherman Union at noon on January 19 to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year's theme is "Justice Indivisible: Fighting Racism, Greed, and War."

Our keynote speaker is Dr. Eve L. Ewing, a writer, scholar, and cultural organizer from Chicago. She is an associate professor in the Department of Race, Diaspora, and Indigeneity at the University of Chicago and the award-winning author of five books.

Our special guest is Mayor Michelle Wu.

This program is brought to you by the City of Boston, BU's Howard Thurman Center, BU African American & Black Diaspora Studies, BU Libraries, and BU Government & Community Affairs.

Please visit the link to RSVP : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-celebration-2026-tickets-1975118336112

Through the Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment Department, we’re excited to launch our Content Creators Internship — a paid, six-week program running from February 17 – March 26.

We will select 15 Boston Public Schools students to participate in this hands-on experience, presented in partnership with Boston Neighborhood Network Media (BNN), Sport Xposure, Concrete Lyfe, JR Strategies, and Behind The Scenes.

Throughout the program, interns will learn the ins and outs of sports media and content creation, both on the field/court and behind the scenes. Participants will gain real-world experience in studio production, Final Cut Pro editing, audio/radio production, and live, on-site filming at sporting events.

🔑 Key outcome: Each intern’s final project will be aired on BNN’s television stations and radio platforms, offering professional exposure and real media placement.

Application Link is in our bio.

It’s almost time!

Join us for Mayor Michelle Wu’s Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lightings as we bring the holiday spirit to neighborhoods across Boston.

Here’s where you can catch the trolley:

Saturday, December 6

- 11 a.m. | Hastings Lot, West Roxbury
- 12 p.m. | Wolcott Square, Readville
- 1 p.m. | Mattapan Square
- 2 p.m. | Hyde Square, Jamaica Plain
- 3 p.m. | J.P. Monument, Jamaica Plain
- 3:45 p.m. | Brigham Circle, Mission Hill
- 4:30 p.m. | Bolling Building, Roxbury
- 5:45 p.m. | Blackstone Square, South End
- 6:45 p.m. | Oak Square, Brighton

Sunday, December 7

- 12 p.m. | Codman Square, Dorchester
- 1 p.m. | Adams Corner, Dorchester
- 2 p.m. | M Street Park, South Boston
- 3 p.m. | Beach Street & Harrison Ave, Chinatown
- 4 p.m. | Paul Revere Mall, North End
- 5 p.m. | Winthrop Square (Training Field), Charlestown
- 6:15 p.m. | Maverick Square, East Boston

Get ready for holiday lights, family fun, and plenty of cheer!

Learn more at boston.gov/enchanted-trolley

25th Annual Gospel Fest at Leader Bank Pavilion: As part of For The Culture Week, Boston’s 25th Annual Gospel Fest brought a soul-stirring evening of music and inspiration to the waterfront stage at Leader Bank Pavilion.

This milestone celebration featured powerful performances from local artists and a headline set from the legendary John P. Kee.

From the opening note to the final encore, the energy was electric — a true celebration of community, culture, and legacy.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this unforgettable night.

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As part of For The Culture Week, WorthWealthCon brought together a series of panels and fireside chats hosted at Roxbury Community College.

The focus was real conversations on wealth-building strategies for young people and families working toward a stronger financial future.

From expert insights to authentic dialogue, the event was rooted in empowerment, education, and community.

Thank you to our partners, speakers, and everyone who helped make this moment possible.

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Boston’s own legendary super group New Edition is showing love to their hometown in a BIG way!

🏈🔥They’ve purchased 3,000 tickets for Roxbury residents to attend the ESSENCE® HBCU Kickoff Classic at Harvard Stadium — the first HBCU football game in Boston in over 50 years!

🎟️ New Edition will be distributing tickets during their Block Party and Street Dedication Celebration in the Orchard Park Community in Roxbury (Intersection of Dearborn & Albany Streets) at 10:00 AM.

📍 Then, it’s game time: Morehouse College vs. Johnson C. Smith University at 1:00 PM in Harvard Stadium.

🎉 From the block party to the fan fest to the big game — this is more than an event, it’s a celebration of community, legacy, and history.

Tomorrow is officially New Edition Day in Boston! ✨🎶

Join us in Roxbury on Saturday, August 30 as we celebrate our hometown legends with a day full of community and music.

📍 Street Naming Ceremony
10:00 a.m. | Corner of Ambrose & Albany Streets, Roxbury

Mayor Michelle Wu will designate Dearborn Street as New Edition Way and proclaim August 30 as New Edition Day in the City of Boston. The ceremony takes place at Orchard Gardens, formerly Orchard Park, where New Edition was founded.

🎉 Community Block Party
11:00 a.m. | Orchard Gardens Boys & Girls Club (2 Dearborn St., Roxbury)
Enjoy music, free food, backpack giveaways for youth, fun activities, and a special appearance by New Edition!

🏈 The Essence HBCU Classic
4:00 p.m. | Harvard Stadium, 79 N Harvard St., Allston

Johnson C. Smith University and Morehouse College go head-to-head in the first HBCU football game to take place in Boston in more than 50 years. Presented by Cash App, VISA, and Meet Boston.

🙏🏾 Thank you to all of our partners and community supporters who helped make New Edition Day and For the Culture Week possible. Together, we’re celebrating Boston’s legacy, culture, and community.

🎶 Close out August with a burst of rhythm and soul — Lilou Chance is performing live today Friday, August 29 at Sam Adams Park from 12–2 p.m.!

A 23-year-old French artist, Lilou is a drummer, singer, and groove specialist whose music blends joyful energy with heart and harmony. Whether she’s writing or performing, her vibe-forward sound is sure to light up the city.

Presented by the City of Boston in partnership with Berklee College of Music, the Friday Afternoon Concert Series brings Boston’s musical talent front and center — right outside City Hall.

📍Bring your lunch and your crew, and enjoy the sounds of summer.
➡️ Swipe to learn more about this week’s featured artist, Lilou Chance.

🔗 More info at the link in our bio.

Closing out the Summer Dance Party Series with a tribute to the classics!

Join us for Old School, an evening of timeless tracks, live performances, and community celebration at City Hall Plaza.

• Music by: DJ Bruno
• Live performances by: Slaughter House Kingz, Mill Advised, and RHOUSE Collective
• Food provided by: Suya Joint

Presented by Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston, in collaboration with Democracy Beer Garden, this final dance party of the season is not to be missed.

Free and open to the public.

Learn more at boston.gov/dance-party-series