Daniela

$10 Commuter Rail Weekends and Holidays

Enjoy unlimited travel on the&nbsp;Commuter Rail&nbsp;for just $10 every weekend. Passes are valid on all lines and zones, <a href="https://www.mbta.com/fares/commuter-rail-weekends">Saturday, Sunday, and select holidays</a>. You’ll have the freedom to explore multiple stops, lines, and attractions, so you can travel as much or as little as you please for only $10. To get your weekend pass:<ul><li>Buy on the mTicket app, available from iTunes and Google Play</li><li>Stop by the ticket windows at North, South, and Back Bay stations</li><li>Buy on board with cash or credit</li></ul>Weekend passes are not available at fare vending machines or retail sales locations. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mbta-mticket/id560487958?mt=8">Download mTicket</a> Using Your Weekend Pass: Weekend passes are valid for unlimited trips on the Commuter Rail starting with the first scheduled trip on Saturday morning and ending with the last scheduled trip on Sunday evening. Once you activate an mTicket, it can be reactivated for every Commuter Rail trip you take until the weekend is over. Tickets are only valid for one weekend. Please note, children age 11 and under ride the MBTA for free. Groups including 10 or more children (regardless of the number of chaperones), must register their travel using the&nbsp;<a href="https://passprogram.mbta.com/FieldTrip/Signup.aspx">field trip form</a>. Passes are not valid for:<ul><li>Special event trains to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mbta.com/destinations/gillette-stadium">Foxboro/Gillette Stadium</a> </li><li><a href="http://capeflyer.com/">CapeFLYER service</a></li></ul>$10 HOLIDAY PASSES: You can buy $10 Commuter Rail tickets on select holidays. There will be two types of discounted holiday passes:<ul><li>$10 Holiday Weekend Pass:&nbsp;For holidays that fall on a Monday or a Friday, including Thanksgiving Day which falls on a Thursday. Available to buy on the Monday before each holiday weekend until the end of the holiday weekend.</li><li>$10 Holiday Pass:&nbsp;For holidays that don’t coincide with weekends, such as July 4th. Available to buy seven days before the holiday until the end of the holiday.</li></ul>You can buy holiday passes on the mTicket app, onboard trains, and at station ticket windows. When buying, the holiday pass will appear with the coinciding holiday name. Standard $10 weekend passes will still be available to buy. On the following holidays in 2025, you can buy a Holiday Weekend Pass or Holiday Pass to get unlimited travel for the dates listed:<ul><li>New Year's Day:&nbsp;Wednesday, January 1</li><li>Martin Luther King, Jr. Day:&nbsp;Saturday, January 18 – Monday, January 20</li><li>Presidents' Day:&nbsp;Saturday, February 15 – Monday, February 17</li><li>Patriots' Day &amp; Boston Marathon:&nbsp;Saturday, April 19 – Monday, April 21</li><li>Memorial Day:&nbsp;Saturday, May 24 – Monday, May 26</li><li>Juneteenth:&nbsp;Thursday, June 19</li><li>Fourth of July:&nbsp;Friday, July 4 – Sunday, July 6</li><li>Labor Day:&nbsp;Saturday, August 30 – Monday, September 1</li><li>Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day:&nbsp;Saturday, October 11 – Monday, October 13</li><li>Veterans Day:&nbsp;Tuesday, November 11</li><li>Thanksgiving:&nbsp;Thursday, November 27 – Sunday, November 30</li><li>Christmas Day:&nbsp;Thursday, December 25</li></ul><a href="https://www.mbta.com/holidays">View holiday service schedules</a> New to Commuter Rail? Check out our beginner's guide and learn how to pay your fare, navigate stations, board trains, and plan accessible trips. <a href="https://www.mbta.com/guides/commuter-rail-guide">Beginner's Guide to the Commuter Rail</a>

Boston

Tahlya

Julia

Milenna 

Beth

Skip the Traffic—All-Inclusive Day Trips from Boston's North Station 

Use code: BOSCAL10 for 10% off your tour! No Car. No Planning. No Stress. Just Show Up. Looking to explore beyond Boston without the hassle of driving, parking, or planning? We’ve got you covered. Our all-inclusive day trips make it easy to discover some of Massachusetts’ most beautiful and unique destinations—all in one seamless, stress-free experience. From seaside castles and historic estates to blooming gardens and coastal adventures, these small-group trips are designed so you can simply show up and enjoy the day—we handle the rest. What You Can Experience: Choose from a variety of unforgettable day trips, including:<ul><li>Wander a medieval seaside castle at Hammond Castle Museum</li><li>Explore the grand gardens and mansion at Crane Estate</li><li>Step into history in Concord or along the North Shore coastline</li></ul>Each trip offers a unique way to experience Massachusetts—without needing a car. &nbsp;What’s Included Everything is taken care of for you:<ul><li>Commuter Rail Pass (valid all weekend!)</li><li>Round-trip transportation from the station to your destination</li><li>Admission tickets and guided experiences (when applicable)</li><li>Easy, step-by-step instructions for your day&nbsp;</li></ul>How It Works: 1️⃣ Book your tour 2️⃣ Receive your train tickets + detailed instructions via email 3️⃣ Meet our driver at the station—we take it from there It’s that simple. ⚠️ Limited Spots Available Our tours are intentionally small (6–14 guests) to keep the experience personal and relaxed. Many dates—especially spring weekends and holidays like Patriots’ Day—sell out in advance. 👥 Perfect For<ul><li>Visitors looking to explore beyond Boston</li><li>Locals who want a weekend escape without driving</li><li>Solo travelers and small groups</li><li>Anyone who wants a car-free, hassle-free adventure</li></ul>👉 Ready to Explore? Plan your next weekend adventure and secure your spot today. Book now before your preferred date sells out.

All Over Massachusetts

Scott Davis

Laura

Victoria

Angelina

Elizabeth Norman

Beasts from the East Dragon Boat Classic and Fort Point Festival

Beasts from the East Dragon Boat Classic is a dragon boat race and cultural festival to be held at Fort Point Channel. The race will have divisions for adults (entry fee), youths (free entry), and cancer survivors (reduced entry fee). Though the race portion will serve as a fundraiser to support our growing youth program and bring athletes from the Northeastern USA to compete, the cultural festival will be free for all to attend. Ohana New England, Inc is partnering with multiple nonprofit organizations (Hidden History, Boston Harbor Now, TACC, FPAC, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay, etc) to produce a cultural festival that will feature aspects of Asian culture (performances, activities, and ceremonies) and may include activities from other cultures, thereby highlighting the growing global interest in this sport. While the main portion of the festival will be right outside of 15 Necco, portions of the activities may be located along the waterfront at Atlantic Wharf, Boston Children’s Museum, and Boston Harborwalk.

Fort Point Channel

Meredith 

Patricia

Museums on Us from Bank of America

The first weekend of every month, Bank of America's monthly "<a href="https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/arts-and-culture?bcen=8a6b#museums-on-us">Museums on Us</a>" program offers free admission to a number of Boston's most prestigious museums. &nbsp; The nationwide program is available to all Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders, and opens up more than 225 of the nation's most prominent cultural institutions in 35 states.&nbsp;<a href="https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/museums-on-us-partners">In Massachusetts, the participating museums are</a>: &nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://www.mfa.org/">The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston</a> Featured Exhibit: "</li></ul>"Art in Bloom," celebrating 50 years, May 1-3<ul><li><a href="https://www.icaboston.org/">The Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston</a> Featured Exhibit: "Derrick Adams: View Master" through September 7</li><li><a href="https://www.pem.org/">The Peabody Essex Museum, Salem</a> Featured Exhibit: "Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone" through June 7</li><li><a href="https://ecotarium.org/">EcoTarium, Worcester</a> New Exhibit: "The Secret World of Elephants" </li><li><a href="https://edithwharton.org/">The Mount</a>, Edith Wharton's home in Lenox: Mansion opens for the season May 9; Grounds are open year round </li><li><a href="https://louisamayalcott.org/">Orchard House</a>, Louisa May Alcott's home in Concord</li><li><a href="https://springfieldmuseums.org/">Springfield Museums</a> Featured Exhibit: "Legacies of Surrealism: Works from the Museo de Arte de Ponce" through September 6</li><li><a href="https://fitchburgartmuseum.org/">Fitchburg Art Museum</a>: New Exhibit: "Kaleidoscope: 100 Years of Collecting for Our Community" through May 2</li><li><a href="https://www.whalingmuseum.org/">The New Bedford Whaling Museum</a> Featured Exhibit: "Ahab’s Head: American Vengeance" closes May 3</li><li><a href="https://jfkhyannismuseum.org/">The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum</a> (Saturdays only)&nbsp;"Variations: A Cape Cod Museum of Art Special Exhibit” through May 31</li></ul>&nbsp; Bank of America offers this benefit to promote greater cultural understanding, expand accessibility to the arts, and strengthen communities. Upon arriving at a participating institution, customers need only present their Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission for themselves.

Museum of Fine Arts

Daria

Rachel

Elizabeth 

John

Fish & Farm Market 

After a successful inaugural season in 2024, and a second season in 2025, the market will return to the historic Boston Fish Pier starting June 6, 2026, with even more vendors and expanded programming. Every Saturday from June 6 through October 31, the market will transform the heart of the South Boston Waterfront into a lively hub for fresh, local, and sustainable food. Set at the bustling intersection of Seaport Boulevard and D Street, it will be more than just a place to shop—it will be a community gathering space where visitors can explore Boston’s best seafood purveyors alongside a vibrant mix of farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, breads, and specialty products. With support from Massport and a growing lineup of dedicated vendors, the market will connect shoppers with high-quality, local food options in an inclusive, welcoming environment all season long.

Boston Fish Pier

sydney

James

22nd Annual Union Square Farmers Market

Join Union Square Main Streets and 60+ of your favorite local food producers for the 22nd <a href="https://www.unionsquaremain.org/2026-season">Annual Union Square Farmers Market!</a> Shop local Saturdays from May 9-October 31, except 7/4 &amp; 9/19, from 9am-1pm on the Union Square Plaza.  Stock up on locally-grown fruits and vegetables, protein, fresh bread, jams, hot sauce, pickles, and more while snacking and sipping on ready-to-eat food and drink. Support local farmers, chat with food producers, and connect with community groups at USFM, voted “Best Farmers Market in Somerville” by The Somerville Times readers in 2025! Thanks to our partnership with The City of Somerville and the Somerville Farmers Market Coalition, we are proud to continue to offer our SNAP matches! Check the <a href="https://www.unionsquaremain.org/2026-season">market webpage</a> for the latest info and to see which vendors accept SNAP.   To get the latest updates about the Union Square Farmers Market, be sure to<a href="http://eepurl.com/cT_kjr"> sign up for our email list</a> or follow us on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/unionsquaremarkets"> Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unionsqmarket/">Instagram</a>! See you at the Market! Market info: Saturdays 9am-1pm May 9 thru October 31, except 7/4 &amp; 9/19

Union Square Plaza

Jenn

Amanda

Darlene

Karen OHara

Thuy

Fields Corner Farmers Market

Fresh fruits and vegetables from Jul 18 2026 to Oct 31 2026.

150 Park St

Leroy

Karli

Chinese Dumplings

Join Jade for a traditional Chinese dumpling feast where we’ll pinch, squeeze, and pleat our way to a succulent and satisfying meal. We will make traditional boiled dumplings served with soy dipping sauces and pan-fry others for crispy potstickers. Using pork, Napa cabbage, Chinese chives, &amp; seafood, we’ll make various traditional fillings from scratch. Enjoy a dumpling feast in this introductory class and take home the rest. Instructor: Jade Li

CCAE

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

Boston Bars and Restaurants: Events and Openings

Food & drink experiences in Boston

Food & drink experiences 

Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 31, 2026