Minni Space Saturdays

Come join us for a&nbsp;FREE&nbsp;community STEAM workshop at&nbsp;Atlantic Wharf in the Fort Point Room! Children of all ages are invited to team up with Minni instructors for a fun, hands-on activity every month. Minni Space is a local business that offers programs to children of all ages out of their South End and Beacon Hill brick-and-mortar locations. Atlantic Wharf has partnered with Minni to offer a rotation of themed workshops that focus on open-ended play, material exploration, and a variety of art processes. For details on the monthly workshops, please see below or visit Eventbrite linked <a href="https://qrco.de/bfuC5B">HERE</a>. This event is free and open to the public. Registration required via <a href="https://qrco.de/bfuC5B">Eventbrite</a>. Spaces are limited. June 14 MINNI BLUE HUES Cool crafting kiddos and their caregivers will learn all about the big blue sky and its many shades and hues. An instructor will guide the group through a variety of activities as they explore and mix cool colors to create artworks inspired by clouds, rain, and the sea! July 12 MINNI SUMMER SHADES Participants will celebrate summer in with the brightest of warm colors. A Minni instructor will guide students through a variety of projects focused on play and warm shades, including sticky collages and giant collaborative sun paintings. Soak in the summer sun with your creative little one! August 9 MINNI ICE CREAM SHOP Students and caregivers will whip up creative sweet treats with a variety of family-safe art materials for a summery sundae Saturday. A Minni instructor will guide students as they explore creamy textures, pastels and plenty of playful activities including an ice cream sundae sculpture making station! Expect a sweet morning of colorful creations and crafty cones. SEPTEMBER 13 MINNI LEAF PEEPERS Students and caregivers will discover a full spectrum of fall colors! Inspired by the illustrations in Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert, students will explore a range of autumnal materials as they create leafy garlands and textural collages, complete with lots of sensory fun. October 18 MINNI SPOOKY HOUSES Join us for a spooky take on architecture in this Minni workshop! Students will use an exciting medley of recycled and craft materials to design their own facades complete with towering turrets and ghastly gargoyles. Perfect for the spooky season! November 8 MINNI COZY QUILTS This event is perfect for every level of fiber arts experience! Create colorful patterns and quilt motifs by sticking soft felt shapes or learn simple stitching techniques to create your own textile artwork. Perfect for snuggling up with your favorite stuffy and a cup of hot cocoa! December 13 MINNI WINTER WONDERLAND In Minni Winter Wonderland, students and caregivers will craft and create all the elements of a wintery landscape inspired by first snowfalls and Ezra Jack Keat’s renowned book "The Snowy Day." A Minni instructor will guide students through a selection of icy activities, as students explore sparkling colors and winter patterns and textures. Bundle up and come prepared for our most magical workshop yet! ATLANTIC WHARF NEWSLETTER The quarterly newsletter is your eyes and ears for public events and programs happening at Atlantic Wharf and around the neighborhood. Click <a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/">HERE</a>&nbsp;to stay in the know!

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Minni Winter Wonderland 

Join us for a free community STEAM workshop at Atlantic Wharf! Children of all ages are invited to team up with Minni instructors for a fun, hands-on creative activity inspired by the magic of winter. In Minni Winter Wonderland, students and caregivers will craft their own snowy landscapes inspired by The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Guided by a Minni instructor, participants will explore sparkling colors, icy textures, and whimsical patterns as they celebrate the beauty of the season’s first snowfall. Minni Space is a local art and design studio offering programs for children of all ages at their Beacon Hill location. Through a partnership with Atlantic Wharf, Minni presents a rotating series of themed workshops that encourage open-ended play, material exploration, and artistic discovery. This event is free to attend and accessible to all. Pre-registration is encouraged via <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/minni-space-community-workshop-tickets-1357974651739?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp">Eventbrite</a>, as space and materials are limited.

Fort Point Room at Atlantic Wharf 

Atlantic Wharf's Fall Fest

Join us for Atlantic Wharf’s Fall Fest - a free community celebration in the heart of Boston featuring live performances, seasonal treats, and family-friendly activities for all ages.   📅 Sunday, October 19 🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf (<a href="https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/IADICjRV3RC2kk6WtRh9impk1T">280-290 Congress St.</a>) 🌐 Full lineup listed on <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlantic-wharfs-fall-fest-tickets-1362971688009?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Eventbrite</a>   🎉Event Highlights<ul><li>🎶 Live Kids Performance by Little Groove</li><li>🎩 Magic &amp; Juggling Show</li><li>🎨 Face Painting</li><li>🎃Pumpkin Watercolor Craft with Boston Children's Museum</li><li>🖍️Fall Themed STEAM Activity with Minni Space</li><li>🎻 Instrument Petting Zoo with FPAC</li><li>🍎🍩Cider Donuts &amp; Apples from Pizzi Farm</li></ul>Bring your friends, family, and fall spirit— we’re excited to celebrate with you!   Fall Fest is part of Atlantic Wharf’s year-round programming designed to bring neighbors and visitors together through free, accessible events celebrating art, culture, and community on Boston’s waterfront.

Minni Leaf Peepers

Come join us for a FREE community STEAM workshop at Atlantic Wharf! Children of all ages are invited to team up with Minni instructors for a fun, hands-on activity! Students and caregivers will discover a full spectrum of fall colors! Inspired by the illustrations in Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert, students will explore a range of autumnal materials as they create leafy garlands and textural collages, complete with lots of sensory fun. Minni Space is a local business that offers programs to children of all ages out of their South End and Beacon Hill brick-and-mortar locations. Atlantic Wharf has partnered with Minni to offer a rotation of themed workshops that focus on open-ended play, material exploration, and a variety of art processes. This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration required via <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/minni-space-community-workshop-tickets-1321428441039?aff=oddtdtcreator">Eventbrite</a>. Please register entire family for headcount. Spaces are limited.

Strength Training at Atlantic Wharf

Come join us for FREE strength training sessions outdoors on Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf! Get ready to sweat, lift, and feel the burn as we work on building muscles and getting stronger together. This in-person event will have you feeling pumped and energized. Challenge yourself and take your fitness to the next level. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite linked <a href="https://qrco.de/bfudi3">HERE</a> to save your spot. Don't forget your workout mat and water bottle! SCHEDULE Wednesday, 6-7 PM August 13 - Final Session Free fitness classes will take place outdoors on the lawn at Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf (290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210), adjacent to Smith &amp; Wollensky's outdoor patio. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite to save your spot. Check-in with the instructor upon arrival. Atlantic Wharf Newsletter The quarterly newsletter is your eyes and ears for public events and programs happening at Atlantic Wharf and around the neighborhood. Click <a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/">HERE</a> to stay in the know!

Atlantic Wharf's Summer Bash

Join us at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlantic-wharfs-summer-bash-tickets-1325072199619?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Atlantic Wharf’s Summer Bash</a>—a free, fun-filled afternoon with activities for all! Enjoy live performances, local food vendors, family-friendly activities, and more—all set along the scenic Boston waterfront. ﻿Free Event Highlights:<ul><li>Little Groove Kids’ Concert</li><li>Minni Crafts – beach ball–themed arts &amp; crafts</li><li>Face Painting</li><li>Story Time with More Than Words </li><li>Dragon Boat Paddle Demos in the Channel</li></ul>Tabling Spotlights:<ul><li>The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy – free giveaways</li><li>Save the Harbor / Save the Bay</li><li>More Than Words Pop-Up Book Market ($) </li></ul>Food &amp; Treats:<ul><li>The Sausage Guy – grilled sausage and pretzels ($) </li><li>Boston Cookie Kitchen – fresh-baked cookies ($) </li><li>Wild Pops – free fruity popsicles</li></ul>Bring your friends, family, and summer spirit—we’re excited to celebrate with you! Head to <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlantic-wharfs-summer-bash-tickets-1325072199619?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">Eventbrite</a> for the full lineup!

Come join us for FREE strength training sessions outdoors on Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf! Get ready to sweat, lift, and feel the burn as we work on building muscles and getting stronger together. This in-person event will have you feeling pumped and energized. Challenge yourself and take your fitness to the next level. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite linked <a href="https://qrco.de/bfudi3">HERE</a> to save your spot. Don't forget your workout mat and water bottle! SCHEDULE Wednesdays, 6-7 PM July 30 August 13 The free fitness classes will take place outdoors on the lawn at Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf (290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210), adjacent to Smith &amp; Wollensky's outdoor patio. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite to save your spot. Check-in with the instructor upon arrival. Atlantic Wharf Newsletter The quarterly newsletter is your eyes and ears for public events and programs happening at Atlantic Wharf and around the neighborhood. Click <a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/">HERE</a> to stay in the know!

Larger than Life Art Reception

The Gallery at Atlantic Wharf is proud to host&nbsp;Larger Than Life, a group exhibition on display July 15, 2025 through September 26, 2025. The exhibit brings together a group of exceptional contemporary artists whose works invite viewers to engage deeply with the beauty, structure, and vitality of the plant world. Each piece is a testament to technical mastery, scientific curiosity, and artistic vision, transforming the seemingly delicate subject matter into powerful statements about scale, resilience, and awe. Artists:<ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bobbiangellbotanical/">Bobbi Angell</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mirelibooks/">Curator Miriam Bucheli</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bethgalston_/">Beth Galston</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/soniapibernat/">Sonia Pibernat</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dianepiktialis/">Diane Piktialis</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/alicerosa_botanicalart/">Alice Rosa</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/john_r_roy/">John Roy</a></li></ul>Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, July 24, 2025 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM in The Gallery.

Come join us for FREE strength training sessions outdoors on Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf! Get ready to sweat, lift, and feel the burn as we work on building muscles and getting stronger together. This in-person event will have you feeling pumped and energized. Challenge yourself and take your fitness to the next level. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite linked <a href="https://qrco.de/bfudi3">HERE</a> to save your spot. Don't forget your workout mat and water bottle! SCHEDULE Wednesdays, 6-7 PM July 16 July 30 August 13 The free fitness classes will take place outdoors on the lawn at Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf (290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210), adjacent to Smith &amp; Wollensky's outdoor patio. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite to save your spot. Check-in with the instructor upon arrival. Atlantic Wharf Newsletter The quarterly newsletter is your eyes and ears for public events and programs happening at Atlantic Wharf and around the neighborhood. Click <a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/">HERE</a> to stay in the know!

Come join us for FREE strength training sessions outdoors on Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf! Get ready to sweat, lift, and feel the burn as we work on building muscles and getting stronger together. This in-person event will have you feeling pumped and energized. Challenge yourself and take your fitness to the next level. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite linked <a href="https://qrco.de/bfudi3">HERE</a> to save your spot. Don't forget your workout mat and water bottle! SCHEDULE Wednesdays, 6-7 PM June 18 July 16 July 30 August 13 The free fitness classes will take place outdoors on the lawn at Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf (290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210), adjacent to Smith &amp; Wollensky's outdoor patio. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite to save your spot. Check-in with the instructor upon arrival. Atlantic Wharf Newsletter The quarterly newsletter is your eyes and ears for public events and programs happening at Atlantic Wharf and around the neighborhood. Click <a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/">HERE</a> to stay in the know!

Come join us for FREE strength training sessions outdoors on Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf! Get ready to sweat, lift, and feel the burn as we work on building muscles and getting stronger together. This in-person event will have you feeling pumped and energized. Challenge yourself and take your fitness to the next level. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite linked <a href="https://qrco.de/bfudi3">HERE</a> to save your spot. Don't forget your workout mat and water bottle! SCHEDULE: Wednesdays, 6-7 PM 6/4 6/18 7/16 7/30 8/13 The free fitness classes will take place outdoors on the lawn at Waterfront Plaza at Atlantic Wharf (290 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210), adjacent to Smith &amp; Wollensky's outdoor patio. Spaces are limited, pre-register via Eventbrite to save your spot. Check-in with the instructor upon arrival. Atlantic Wharf Newsletter The quarterly newsletter is your eyes and ears for public events and programs happening at Atlantic Wharf and around the neighborhood. Click <a href="https://www.atlanticwharfboston.com/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/">HERE</a> to stay in the know!

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 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

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.

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Experiences

Minni Space Saturdays

Minni Winter Wonderland

Atlantic Wharf's Fall Fest

Minni Leaf Peepers

Strength Training at Atlantic Wharf

Atlantic Wharf's Summer Bash

Strength Training at Atlantic Wharf

Larger than Life Art Reception

Strength Training at Atlantic Wharf

Strength Training at Atlantic Wharf

Strength Training at Atlantic Wharf