Whether you’re from Boston or not, there are annual events and activities that define the city and the surrounding area. We have compiled a list of happenings that we believe are quintessentially Boston.
Some of these recommendations may be customary for seasoned Bostonians, while some ideas may come as a surprise. Either way, it’s time to take a look at what adventures, events, and outings to watch out for.
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- Cape Cod and the islands
- Sullivan’s on Castle Island
- Bike, bike, bike!
- Greenway Carousel
- North End festivals
- Explore Boston’s neighborhoods
- ‘What the Fluff?’ fest
- Hang out in the trendy Seaport, Kendall Square areas
- Allston Christmas
- Experiment at cocktail and craft beer bars
- Head of the Charles Regatta
- Salem Halloween
- Apple picking and leaf peeping
- Go to a Celtics game
- Visit Plimoth Plantation
- Frog Pond
- Boston Common tree lighting ceremony
- First Night Boston and Polar Plunge
- Truck Day
- Saint Patrick’s Day
- Boston Marathon
- Swan Boats
- Mother’s Day Parade
- Attend a parade in one of Boston’s neighborhoods
- Fourth of July
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