Celebrating the East Boston Community
Eastie Week is a celebration of the rich, vibrant, and resilient community of East Boston – its people, history, culture, music, and art. This year we’re delighted to celebrate eleven years of Eastie Week with two full weeks of activities taking place between July 13 and July 27. Scroll down to view the complete schedule of FREE and low-cost, family-friendly community-led activities hosted by East Boston organizations and partners.
Eastie Week 2025 is a community initiative made possible by the support and efforts of organizations across East Boston.
July 13, Sunday
The Tall Ship - Live Music: The Femmes
The Tall Ship
Sunday, July 13th
2-5 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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The Tall Ship
Sunday, July 13th
2-5 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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ZUMIX - Walk for Music
ZUMIX Firehouse
Sunday, July 13th
3:30-5:45 PM
FREE
An annual celebration to benefit ZUMIX. Starting at 260 Sumner St., and ending in Piers Park. All are welcome, and support is appreciated.
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ZUMIX Firehouse
Sunday, July 13th
3:30-5:45 PM
FREE
An annual celebration to benefit ZUMIX. Starting at 260 Sumner St., and ending in Piers Park. All are welcome, and support is appreciated.
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Boston Harbor Now - Eastie Week Kick-Off
Piers Park
Sunday, July 13th
5:30 PM
FREE
Join Boston Harbor Now staff, elected officials, partner organizations, friends and neighbors in beautiful Piers Park as we celebrate the kickoff of Eastie Week festivities.
Piers Park
Sunday, July 13th
5:30 PM
FREE
Join Boston Harbor Now staff, elected officials, partner organizations, friends and neighbors in beautiful Piers Park as we celebrate the kickoff of Eastie Week festivities.
ZUMIX - Summer Concert Series: Don't Be Denied
Piers Park
Sunday, July 13th
6-8 PM
FREE
A free live concert featuring Don't Be Denied (Original Rock 'n' Roll and covers) with an opening set by ZUMIX youth.
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Piers Park
Sunday, July 13th
6-8 PM
FREE
A free live concert featuring Don't Be Denied (Original Rock 'n' Roll and covers) with an opening set by ZUMIX youth.
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July 14, Monday
Boston Parks & Recreation Department - Parks Fitness: Strength and Balance class with Jacqui
Noyes Park
Monday, July 14th
10-11 AM
FREE
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Learn More
Noyes Park
Monday, July 14th
10-11 AM
FREE
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Learn More
Age Strong Commission - Artistic Expression
East Boston Senior Center
Monday, July 14th
1 PM
FREE
Artistic expression is a creative outlet through watercolor and other forms of art to release your emotions and self-discovery.
East Boston Senior Center
Monday, July 14th
1 PM
FREE
Artistic expression is a creative outlet through watercolor and other forms of art to release your emotions and self-discovery.
July 15, Tuesday
EASTIE Coalition - Pre-Cruise Dockside Music
Hyatt Dock
Tuesday, July 15th
5:30 PM
FREE
Live music with popular songs accompanied by the Eastie Coalition Youth.
Hyatt Dock
Tuesday, July 15th
5:30 PM
FREE
Live music with popular songs accompanied by the Eastie Coalition Youth.
East Boston Branch Library - Baby Lapsit
East Boston Branch Library
Tuesday, July 15th
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for babies ages 0-2 years old.
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East Boston Branch Library
Tuesday, July 15th
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for babies ages 0-2 years old.
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Age Strong Commission - Arts and Crafts
East Boston Senior Center
Tuesday, July 15th
2 PM
FREE
Art and Crafts offer opportunities to create handmade items, such as crochet and jewelry, to enhance hand-eye coordination and self-expression.
East Boston Senior Center
Tuesday, July 15th
2 PM
FREE
Art and Crafts offer opportunities to create handmade items, such as crochet and jewelry, to enhance hand-eye coordination and self-expression.
East Boston Branch Library - Animal Rescue of Boston Visits the Library
East Boston Branch Library
Tuesday, July 15th
4:00-4:45 PM
FREE
A member of the Animal Rescue League of Boston visits the East Boston Library to talk to kids about working at a shelter and they bring a surprise furry friend!
East Boston Branch Library
Tuesday, July 15th
4:00-4:45 PM
FREE
A member of the Animal Rescue League of Boston visits the East Boston Library to talk to kids about working at a shelter and they bring a surprise furry friend!
Eastie Farm - Eastie Farm Volunteer Work Party at Our Garden
239 Border St.
Tuesday, July 15th
5:30-7:30 PM
FREE
Join us for a volunteer work party at Our Garden, one of Eastie Farm's growing spaces. Help out at the garden with weeding, watering, harvesting, or whatever the land calls for today!
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239 Border St.
Tuesday, July 15th
5:30-7:30 PM
FREE
Join us for a volunteer work party at Our Garden, one of Eastie Farm's growing spaces. Help out at the garden with weeding, watering, harvesting, or whatever the land calls for today!
Learn More
Boston Harbor Now - Eastie Community Cruise
Logan Airport Ferry Terminal
Tuesday, July 15th
6-8 PM
FREE
Free sunset community cruise with dinner, live music and more!
Logan Airport Ferry Terminal
Tuesday, July 15th
6-8 PM
FREE
Free sunset community cruise with dinner, live music and more!
July 16, Wednesday
Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina - Cinemarina: A Movie Night on the Harbor
Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina
Wednesday, July 16th
7:30 PM
FREE
Cinemarina is back again! Grab your beach chairs and head down to the shipyard for a movie night under the Boston Skyline. All ages welcome. Cinemarina this year will feature Disney’s Moana 2! Raindate July 23rd.
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Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina
Wednesday, July 16th
7:30 PM
FREE
Cinemarina is back again! Grab your beach chairs and head down to the shipyard for a movie night under the Boston Skyline. All ages welcome. Cinemarina this year will feature Disney’s Moana 2! Raindate July 23rd.
Learn More
East Boston Branch Library - Trailing History: Your Neighborhood, Your Story
East Boston Branch Library
Wednesday, July 16th
10 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Join the National Park Services for a mobile pop-up that explores Boston's revolutionary stories. "Trailing History" is a mobile engagement station that brings the stories of Boston's rich revolutionary history to local communities during the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Through a series of interactive programs and displays, we invite residents to consider sites, people, and stories of revolutions in their own communities.
East Boston Branch Library
Wednesday, July 16th
10 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Join the National Park Services for a mobile pop-up that explores Boston's revolutionary stories. "Trailing History" is a mobile engagement station that brings the stories of Boston's rich revolutionary history to local communities during the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Through a series of interactive programs and displays, we invite residents to consider sites, people, and stories of revolutions in their own communities.
Eastie Farm - Free Food Distribution Bag Packing
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 16th
10:30 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Come help us unload, sort, and pack up the produce for our weekly free food distribution!
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 16th
10:30 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Come help us unload, sort, and pack up the produce for our weekly free food distribution!
East Boston Branch Library - Storytime
East Boston Branch Library
Wednesday, July 16th
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for children ages 2-5 years old.
East Boston Branch Library
Wednesday, July 16th
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for children ages 2-5 years old.
EASTIE Coalition - Carnival of Hopes and Dreams
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 16th
3 PM - 6:30 PM
FREE
In partnership with the East Boston Farmers Market and Artist Krina Patel, the EASTIE Coalition will host three art making stations at Central Square Park on Wednesdays, for Eastie Week they will be held July 16 & 23. Open to the community, anyone who would like to make art outdoors is encouraged to join.
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 16th
3 PM - 6:30 PM
FREE
In partnership with the East Boston Farmers Market and Artist Krina Patel, the EASTIE Coalition will host three art making stations at Central Square Park on Wednesdays, for Eastie Week they will be held July 16 & 23. Open to the community, anyone who would like to make art outdoors is encouraged to join.
Neighborhealth/East Boston Farmer's Market - Child Safety Event
Central Square Park
Wednesday, July 16th
3-6 PM
FREE
Boston Children’s Hospital will distribute free children’s bike helmets at the farmers market during market hours. 2 children’s bikes will be raffled at 5 pm. Winners must be present at 5pm!
Central Square Park
Wednesday, July 16th
3-6 PM
FREE
Boston Children’s Hospital will distribute free children’s bike helmets at the farmers market during market hours. 2 children’s bikes will be raffled at 5 pm. Winners must be present at 5pm!
Eastie Coalition - Live Music at the Market
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 16th
4 PM - 5:30 PM
FREE
The EASTIE Coalition youth and local musician Nathaly Valencia Guapacha will be playing a combination of healing and Latin music during the East Boston Farmers Market. The space is open to any musician, artist, or community member who would like to join this series of performances, either as part of the audience or as an additional performer.
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 16th
4 PM - 5:30 PM
FREE
The EASTIE Coalition youth and local musician Nathaly Valencia Guapacha will be playing a combination of healing and Latin music during the East Boston Farmers Market. The space is open to any musician, artist, or community member who would like to join this series of performances, either as part of the audience or as an additional performer.
Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway - World Champ Accordion Player Cory Pesaturo
Bremen Street Park
Wednesday, July 16th
5 PM - 8 PM
FREE
Join the Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway for a concert featuring World renown accordion player Cory Pesaturo with opening act Smooth 360.
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Bremen Street Park
Wednesday, July 16th
5 PM - 8 PM
FREE
Join the Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway for a concert featuring World renown accordion player Cory Pesaturo with opening act Smooth 360.
Learn More
Eastie Farm - Weekly Volunteer Open House
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 16th
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer with Eastie Farm in our geothermal greenhouse on 6 Chelsea Terrace! No sign up required.
Learn More
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 16th
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer with Eastie Farm in our geothermal greenhouse on 6 Chelsea Terrace! No sign up required.
Learn More
July 17, Thursday
City of Boston Age Strong - Meditation Relaxation (55+)
East Boston Senior Center
Thursday, July 17th
2 PM
FREE
These classes include guided relaxation meditation, simple centering and breathing practices, suggestions on how to start a meditation practice at home, and how to incorporate mindfulness into everyday events. No experience or sign up is necessary. Mary Palermo has been practicing meditation and mindfulness for over 20 years and leads regular classes/workshops.
East Boston Senior Center
Thursday, July 17th
2 PM
FREE
These classes include guided relaxation meditation, simple centering and breathing practices, suggestions on how to start a meditation practice at home, and how to incorporate mindfulness into everyday events. No experience or sign up is necessary. Mary Palermo has been practicing meditation and mindfulness for over 20 years and leads regular classes/workshops.
Eastie Farm - Eastie Farm's Volunteer Work Party
294 Sumner St.
Thursday, July 17th
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer at Eastie Farm's original site: 294 Sumner St. Help us maintain our garden beds by weeding, watering, and other gardening tasks.
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294 Sumner St.
Thursday, July 17th
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer at Eastie Farm's original site: 294 Sumner St. Help us maintain our garden beds by weeding, watering, and other gardening tasks.
Learn More
HarborArts - Street Art & Mural Walking Tour with HarborArts
256 Marginal St.
Thursday, July 17th
6-8 PM
FREE
Join HarborArts for an expert-guided walking tour of dozens of massive murals and public art in East Boston. This tour is guided by a HarborArts crew member who supported the effort to transform Eastie's landscape with vibrant colors. The tour is roughly 2-miles and is very flat. Please bring comfortable walking shoes and a refillable water bottle.
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256 Marginal St.
Thursday, July 17th
6-8 PM
FREE
Join HarborArts for an expert-guided walking tour of dozens of massive murals and public art in East Boston. This tour is guided by a HarborArts crew member who supported the effort to transform Eastie's landscape with vibrant colors. The tour is roughly 2-miles and is very flat. Please bring comfortable walking shoes and a refillable water bottle.
Learn More
The Tall Ship - Live Music: Maddi Ryan
The Tall Ship
Thursday, July 17th
6-9 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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The Tall Ship
Thursday, July 17th
6-9 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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July 18, Friday
Maverick Landing Community Services - Celebrate Eastie: A MLCS Community Kickback
31 Liverpool St.
Friday, July 18th
4-6:30 PM
FREE
A facilitated field day for youth with activities, snacks, and engagement.
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31 Liverpool St.
Friday, July 18th
4-6:30 PM
FREE
A facilitated field day for youth with activities, snacks, and engagement.
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Veronica Robles Cultural Center - VROCC Sounds and Art Around Town: Follow the Musical Float!
Various Locations Around East Boston
Friday, July 18th
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
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Various Locations Around East Boston
Friday, July 18th
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
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Veronica Robles Cultural Center - VROCC Sounds and Art Around Town: Paint a Mural on a Container
102 Border St.
Friday, July 18th
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
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102 Border St.
Friday, July 18th
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
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Veronica Robles Cultural Center - VROCC Sounds and Art Around Town: Making Silletas - A Colombian Tradition
389 Maverick St.
Friday, July 18th
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
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389 Maverick St.
Friday, July 18th
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
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The Tall Ship - Live Music: DJ J-Wall
The Tall Ship
Friday, July 18th
6-9 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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The Tall Ship
Friday, July 18th
6-9 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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July 19, Saturday
Piers Park Sailing Center - Our Harbor Climate Day of Action
Piers Park
Saturday, July 19th
1-4 PM
FREE
Free food, music, sailing, and kayaking. Tabling partners providing information on climate advocacy.
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Piers Park
Saturday, July 19th
1-4 PM
FREE
Free food, music, sailing, and kayaking. Tabling partners providing information on climate advocacy.
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NOAH - Let's Kayak With Us
Constitution Beach
Saturday, July 19th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
Constitution Beach
Saturday, July 19th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston - Watershed Block Party
ICA Watershed
Saturday, July 19th
12 PM - 4 PM
FREE
Come join the party! Fun for all, the Watershed Block Party, a free event at the ICA’s Watershed featuring music, art, games and more!
ICA Watershed
Saturday, July 19th
12 PM - 4 PM
FREE
Come join the party! Fun for all, the Watershed Block Party, a free event at the ICA’s Watershed featuring music, art, games and more!
Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway - Greenway Soundscape
Wood Island Extension on the Greenway
Saturday, July 19th
12 PM - 2 PM
FREE
Penpa Tsering - Tibetan spritiual, healing and folk music, performed by Penpa. Plus - learn to dance the Tibetan way!
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Wood Island Extension on the Greenway
Saturday, July 19th
12 PM - 2 PM
FREE
Penpa Tsering - Tibetan spritiual, healing and folk music, performed by Penpa. Plus - learn to dance the Tibetan way!
Learn More
Maverick Landing Community Services - Ñ Press: Open Hours
31 Liverpool St.
Saturday, July 19th
12 PM - 6 PM
FREE
Ñ Press is a community print studio and publishing platform created specifically for the Boston Public Art Triennial in 2025. Featuring multiple printing methods that include Risography and screenprinting to create posters, pamphlets, zines, and t-shirts, Ñ Press leans into the transience of the public space, and serves as a welcoming platform for connection, activism, and education.
Ñ Press functions in partnership with Maverick Landing Community Services (MLCS), a nonprofit located within the Maverick Landing housing development in East Boston. Each Saturday session will feature a phrase for screen printing developed through community workshops. During these open hours, community members will have the opportunity to print their own shirts, monotypes, collage, and print on the risograph.
31 Liverpool St.
Saturday, July 19th
12 PM - 6 PM
FREE
Ñ Press is a community print studio and publishing platform created specifically for the Boston Public Art Triennial in 2025. Featuring multiple printing methods that include Risography and screenprinting to create posters, pamphlets, zines, and t-shirts, Ñ Press leans into the transience of the public space, and serves as a welcoming platform for connection, activism, and education.
Ñ Press functions in partnership with Maverick Landing Community Services (MLCS), a nonprofit located within the Maverick Landing housing development in East Boston. Each Saturday session will feature a phrase for screen printing developed through community workshops. During these open hours, community members will have the opportunity to print their own shirts, monotypes, collage, and print on the risograph.
East Boston YMCA - Family Zumba
East Boston YMCA
Saturday, July 19th
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
FREE
Join us for an energizing outdoor Zumba class—a fun, high-energy dance workout set to Latin and international music, perfect for all fitness levels.
East Boston YMCA
Saturday, July 19th
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
FREE
Join us for an energizing outdoor Zumba class—a fun, high-energy dance workout set to Latin and international music, perfect for all fitness levels.
The Tall Ship - Live Music: Day Weekend
The Tall Ship
Saturday, July 19th
2-5 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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The Tall Ship
Saturday, July 19th
2-5 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
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East Boston Artists Group - Community Day at Atlantic Works Gallery
80 Border St.
Saturday, July 19th
2-6 PM
FREE
Join us for Community Day—a free, family-friendly celebration of art, culture, and connection! Enjoy live music, face painting, food and drinks, outdoor games, and help create a collaborative community mural. Meet local organizations, explore the gallery’s summer exhibit Everyone is Welcome Here, and celebrate the creative spirit of East Boston. Spanish interpreters available. Wheelchair accessible.
80 Border St.
Saturday, July 19th
2-6 PM
FREE
Join us for Community Day—a free, family-friendly celebration of art, culture, and connection! Enjoy live music, face painting, food and drinks, outdoor games, and help create a collaborative community mural. Meet local organizations, explore the gallery’s summer exhibit Everyone is Welcome Here, and celebrate the creative spirit of East Boston. Spanish interpreters available. Wheelchair accessible.
Boston Lyric Opera - Street Stage at Piers Park
Piers Park
Saturday, July 19th
3 PM
FREE
Boston Lyric Opera’s Street Stage makes its East Boston debut with a free all-ages concert during Eastie Week 2025. Experience virtuosic performances in an oceanside amphitheater surrounded by stunning views of Boston Harbor. Want to stay for the day? Enjoy cultural and recreational activities nearby, from free sailing and kayaking at the Piers Park Sailing Center to the Institute of Contemporary Art’s annual Block Party!
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Piers Park
Saturday, July 19th
3 PM
FREE
Boston Lyric Opera’s Street Stage makes its East Boston debut with a free all-ages concert during Eastie Week 2025. Experience virtuosic performances in an oceanside amphitheater surrounded by stunning views of Boston Harbor. Want to stay for the day? Enjoy cultural and recreational activities nearby, from free sailing and kayaking at the Piers Park Sailing Center to the Institute of Contemporary Art’s annual Block Party!
Learn More
July 20, Sunday
NOAH - Let's Kayak With Us
Constitution Beach
Sunday, July 20th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
Constitution Beach
Sunday, July 20th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
The Tall Ship - Live Music: Sunset View
The Tall Ship
Sunday, July 20th
2-5 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
The Tall Ship
Sunday, July 20th
2-5 PM
FREE
No ticket required, just for enjoyment of our guests.
ZUMIX - Summer Concert Series: FM Collective
Piers Park
Sunday, July 20th
6-8 PM
FREE
A free live concert featuring FM Collective (local Latin Hip Hop band) with an opening set by ZUMIX youth.
Piers Park
Sunday, July 20th
6-8 PM
FREE
A free live concert featuring FM Collective (local Latin Hip Hop band) with an opening set by ZUMIX youth.
July 21, Monday
Boston Parks & Recreation Department - Parks Fitness: Strength and Balance class with Jacqui
Noyes Park
Monday, July 21st
10-11 AM
FREE
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Learn More
Noyes Park
Monday, July 21st
10-11 AM
FREE
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Learn More
Age Strong Commission - Artistic Expression
East Boston Senior Center
Monday, July 21st
1 PM
FREE
Artistic expression is a creative outlet through watercolor and other forms of art to release your emotions and self-discovery.
East Boston Senior Center
Monday, July 21st
1 PM
FREE
Artistic expression is a creative outlet through watercolor and other forms of art to release your emotions and self-discovery.
July 22, Tuesday
East Boston Branch Library - Baby Lapsit
East Boston Branch Library
Tuesday, July 22nd
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for babies ages 0-2 years old.
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East Boston Branch Library
Tuesday, July 22nd
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for babies ages 0-2 years old.
Learn More
Age Strong Commission - Arts and Crafts
East Boston Senior Center
Tuesday, July 22nd
2 PM
FREE
Art and Crafts offer opportunities to create handmade items, such as crochet and jewelry, to enhance hand-eye coordination and self-expression.
East Boston Senior Center
Tuesday, July 22nd
2 PM
FREE
Art and Crafts offer opportunities to create handmade items, such as crochet and jewelry, to enhance hand-eye coordination and self-expression.
Eastie Farm - Volunteer Work Party
293 Border St.
Tuesday, July 22nd
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
FREE
Join us for a volunteer work party at Our Garden, one of Eastie Farm's growing spaces. Help out at the garden with weeding, watering, harvesting, or whatever the land calls for today!
Learn More
293 Border St.
Tuesday, July 22nd
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
FREE
Join us for a volunteer work party at Our Garden, one of Eastie Farm's growing spaces. Help out at the garden with weeding, watering, harvesting, or whatever the land calls for today!
Learn More
East Boston Main Streets - Taste of Eastie
The Tall Ship
Tuesday, July 22nd
6-9 PM
Annual Food Festival and Fundraiser
The Tall Ship
Tuesday, July 22nd
6-9 PM
Annual Food Festival and Fundraiser
July 23, Wednesday
Eastie Farm - Free Food Distribution and CSA Packing
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 23rd
10:30 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Come help us unload, sort, and pack up the produce for our weekly free food distribution! Please sign up beforehand at this link: https://signup.com/go/zocjLez.
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 23rd
10:30 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Come help us unload, sort, and pack up the produce for our weekly free food distribution! Please sign up beforehand at this link: https://signup.com/go/zocjLez.
East Boston Branch Library - Storytime
East Boston Branch Library
Wednesday, July 23rd
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for children ages 2-5 years old.
East Boston Branch Library
Wednesday, July 23rd
10:30 AM
FREE
Storytime for children ages 2-5 years old.
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay - Eastie Beach Bash
Constitution Beach
Wednesday, July 23rd
10 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Free food, soccer, face painting, music, kayaking, swimming and more!
Constitution Beach
Wednesday, July 23rd
10 AM - 1 PM
FREE
Free food, soccer, face painting, music, kayaking, swimming and more!
Eastie Coalition - Carnival of Hopes and Dreams
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 23rd
3-6:30 PM
FREE
In partnership with the East Boston Farmers Market and Artist Krina Patel, the EASTIE Coalition will host three art making stations at Central Square Park on Wednesdays, for Eastie Week they will be held July 16 & 23. Open to the community, anyone who would like to make art outdoors is encouraged to join.
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 23rd
3-6:30 PM
FREE
In partnership with the East Boston Farmers Market and Artist Krina Patel, the EASTIE Coalition will host three art making stations at Central Square Park on Wednesdays, for Eastie Week they will be held July 16 & 23. Open to the community, anyone who would like to make art outdoors is encouraged to join.
Eastie Coalition - Live Music at the Market
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 23rd
4-5:30 PM
FREE
The EASTIE Coalition youth and local musician Nathaly Valencia Guapacha will be playing a combination of healing and Latin music during the East Boston Farmers Market. The space is open to any musician, artist, or community member who would like to join this series of performances, either as part of the audience or as an additional performer.
East Boston Farmers Market
Wednesday, July 23rd
4-5:30 PM
FREE
The EASTIE Coalition youth and local musician Nathaly Valencia Guapacha will be playing a combination of healing and Latin music during the East Boston Farmers Market. The space is open to any musician, artist, or community member who would like to join this series of performances, either as part of the audience or as an additional performer.
Eastie Farm - Weekly Volunteer Open House
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 23rd
5:30-7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer with Eastie Farm in our geothermal greenhouse on 6 Chelsea Terrace! No sign up required.
Learn More
6 Chelsea Terrace
Wednesday, July 23rd
5:30-7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer with Eastie Farm in our geothermal greenhouse on 6 Chelsea Terrace! No sign up required.
Learn More
July 24, Thursday
City of Boston Age Strong - Meditation Relaxation (55+)
East Boston Senior Center
Thursday, July 24th
2 PM
FREE
MEDITATION and RELAXATION at The East Boston Senior Center (age 55+). These classes include guided relaxation meditation, simple centering and breathing practices, suggestions on how to start a meditation practice at home, and how to incorporate mindfulness into everyday events. Mary Palermo has been practicing meditation and mindfulness for over 20 years and leads regular classes/ workshops. No experience or sign up is necessary.
East Boston Senior Center
Thursday, July 24th
2 PM
FREE
MEDITATION and RELAXATION at The East Boston Senior Center (age 55+). These classes include guided relaxation meditation, simple centering and breathing practices, suggestions on how to start a meditation practice at home, and how to incorporate mindfulness into everyday events. Mary Palermo has been practicing meditation and mindfulness for over 20 years and leads regular classes/ workshops. No experience or sign up is necessary.
Maverick Landing Community Services - Maker Workshop: A Guided Laser Cutting Workshop for Youth and Adults
31 Liverpool St.
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
We will have an onsite laser cutter and provide materials for all participants to learn how to design and laser cut their own take-home product such as bookmarks, keychains, name placards, or earrings.
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31 Liverpool St.
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
We will have an onsite laser cutter and provide materials for all participants to learn how to design and laser cut their own take-home product such as bookmarks, keychains, name placards, or earrings.
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Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway - Greenway Soundscape Pop-Up: Brian Gannon
Blue Caboose
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
Brian Gannon - Rock and Pop From Eastie's Own.
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Blue Caboose
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
Brian Gannon - Rock and Pop From Eastie's Own.
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Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway - Greenway Soundscape Pop-Up: Mario Santiago
Airport T Station park
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
Mario Santiago - Popular Latin Songs to Sing Along.
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Airport T Station park
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
Mario Santiago - Popular Latin Songs to Sing Along.
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Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway - Greenway Soundscape Pop-Up: Eric Grondin
Wood Island Extension on the Greenway
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
Eric Grondin - Jazz and Family Fun
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Wood Island Extension on the Greenway
Thursday, July 24th
4:30-6 PM
FREE
Eric Grondin - Jazz and Family Fun
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Eastie Farm - Eastie Farm's Volunteer Work Party
294 Sumner St.
Thursday, July 24th
5:30-7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer at Eastie Farm's original site: 294 Sumner St. Help us maintain our garden beds by weeding, watering, and other gardening tasks.
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294 Sumner St.
Thursday, July 24th
5:30-7:30 PM
FREE
Volunteer at Eastie Farm's original site: 294 Sumner St. Help us maintain our garden beds by weeding, watering, and other gardening tasks.
Learn More
Boston Parks and Recreation Department - Tito Puente Latin Music Series with Manolo Mairena y la Pura Vida
LoPresti Park
Thursday, July 24th
7 PM
FREE
Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, the series celebrates 17 years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. This series is sponsored in part by Berklee College of Music and lnquilinos Boricuas en Acción.
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LoPresti Park
Thursday, July 24th
7 PM
FREE
Created in honor of Latin music icon Tito Puente, the series celebrates 17 years of bringing live Latin music with a strong salsa influence to Boston parks. This series is sponsored in part by Berklee College of Music and lnquilinos Boricuas en Acción.
Learn More
July 25, Friday
NOAH - Let's Kayak With Us
Constitution Beach
Friday, July 25th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
Constitution Beach
Friday, July 25th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
East Boston Artists Group - EBAG's 25th Anniversary & Online Auction Closing
260 Sumner St.
Friday, July 25th
6-9 PM
FREE
Celebrate 25 years of community, creativity, and connection with the East Boston Artists Group (EBAG)! Join us at ZUMIX for an evening of art, music, and gratitude as we close out our first-ever Online Art Auction. Enjoy live music, food and drinks, connect with local EBAG artists, and help us toast the next 25 years of East Boston art. All are welcome!
260 Sumner St.
Friday, July 25th
6-9 PM
FREE
Celebrate 25 years of community, creativity, and connection with the East Boston Artists Group (EBAG)! Join us at ZUMIX for an evening of art, music, and gratitude as we close out our first-ever Online Art Auction. Enjoy live music, food and drinks, connect with local EBAG artists, and help us toast the next 25 years of East Boston art. All are welcome!
July 26, Saturday
Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata - East Boston Community Clean-Up
Central Square
Saturday, July 26th
10 AM
FREE
Join Councilor Coletta Zapata and neighbors to beautify the neighborhood. We'll have all the necessary cleaning supplies and refreshments, all you need to do is show up!
Central Square
Saturday, July 26th
10 AM
FREE
Join Councilor Coletta Zapata and neighbors to beautify the neighborhood. We'll have all the necessary cleaning supplies and refreshments, all you need to do is show up!
NOAH - Let's Kayak With Us
Constitution Beach
Saturday, July 26th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
Constitution Beach
Saturday, July 26th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
East Boston Social Centers - Tom Knight Puppet Show
East Boston Library
Saturday, July 26th
11 AM
FREE
Tom Knight! The Library Boogie with puppets, music and more!
East Boston Library
Saturday, July 26th
11 AM
FREE
Tom Knight! The Library Boogie with puppets, music and more!
Maverick Landing Community Services - Ñ Press: Open Hours
31 Liverpool St.
Saturday, July 26th
12 PM - 6 PM
FREE
Ñ Press is a community print studio and publishing platform created specifically for the Boston Public Art Triennial in 2025. Featuring multiple printing methods that include Risography and screenprinting to create posters, pamphlets, zines, and t-shirts, Ñ Press leans into the transience of the public space, and serves as a welcoming platform for connection, activism, and education. Ñ Press functions in partnership with Maverick Landing Community Services (MLCS), a nonprofit located within the Maverick Landing housing development in East Boston. Each Saturday session will feature a phrase for screen printing developed through community workshops. During these open hours, community members will have the opportunity to print their own shirts, monotypes, collage, and print on the risograph.
31 Liverpool St.
Saturday, July 26th
12 PM - 6 PM
FREE
Ñ Press is a community print studio and publishing platform created specifically for the Boston Public Art Triennial in 2025. Featuring multiple printing methods that include Risography and screenprinting to create posters, pamphlets, zines, and t-shirts, Ñ Press leans into the transience of the public space, and serves as a welcoming platform for connection, activism, and education. Ñ Press functions in partnership with Maverick Landing Community Services (MLCS), a nonprofit located within the Maverick Landing housing development in East Boston. Each Saturday session will feature a phrase for screen printing developed through community workshops. During these open hours, community members will have the opportunity to print their own shirts, monotypes, collage, and print on the risograph.
ZUMIX - East Boston Artists Group's Community Art-Making Day
260 Sumner St.
Saturday, July 26th
2-5 PM
FREE
Get creative with the East Boston Artists Group (EBAG)! Join us for a fun, hands-on afternoon of free community art-making at ZUMIX. All ages are welcome to drop in and express themselves through collaborative and individual art activities guided by local artists. No experience needed—just bring your creativity! Materials provided. Free and open to all.su
260 Sumner St.
Saturday, July 26th
2-5 PM
FREE
Get creative with the East Boston Artists Group (EBAG)! Join us for a fun, hands-on afternoon of free community art-making at ZUMIX. All ages are welcome to drop in and express themselves through collaborative and individual art activities guided by local artists. No experience needed—just bring your creativity! Materials provided. Free and open to all.su
July 27, Sunday
NOAH - Let's Kayak With Us
Constitution Beach
Sunday, July 27th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
Constitution Beach
Sunday, July 27th
10 AM
FREE
Use of kayaks at Constitution Beach.
ZUMIX - Summer Concert Series: Eph See
Piers Park
Sunday, July 27th
6-8 PM
FREE
A free live concert featuring Eph See (local songwriter defying genre) with an opening set by ZUMIX youth.
Piers Park
Sunday, July 27th
6-8 PM
FREE
A free live concert featuring Eph See (local songwriter defying genre) with an opening set by ZUMIX youth.
Explore East Boston Scavenger Hunt
Explore East Boston’s unique history and culture with a scavenger hunt that includes multiple-choice, short-answer, and open-ended questions, as well as photo submissions! You can play by yourself or as a team and experience the harbor in a completely new way!
Find out more here!
Eastie Week 2025 is a community initiative made possible by the support and efforts of organizations across East Boston.