  ROS Flea Market 

Date: Saturday, May 24   Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM   Location: Adams Park, Roslindale   Treasure hunters, collectors, and bargain lovers—don’t miss the Roslindale Flea Market! Browse a fun and eclectic mix of vintage goods, handmade crafts, household items, books, clothes, and more. There’s something for everyone, whether you're searching for a unique find or just enjoying a morning stroll.   Enjoy the lively atmosphere in the heart of Roslindale while supporting local sellers and artisans.   Come early for the best deals—and bring a friend!

 Adams Park 

  ROS Plant Sale 

Date: Saturday, May 17   Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM   Location: Adams Park, Roslindale   Get your garden growing! Join us at Adams Park for a vibrant community plant sale featuring a variety of flowers, vegetables, herbs, and native plants. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, you'll find something special to take home. Come early for the best selection!   Support local growers, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the growing season in beautiful Roslindale.   Don’t forget your reusable bags and gardening questions—we’ll see you there!

 Holi Mela 

This event is in partnership with Roslindale Village Main Street and Shanti Restaurant. Come join us for a vibrant and colorful celebration at Adams Park on Sat, Mar 22, 2025. Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Holi with music, dance, delicious food, and of course, lots of colorful powder! Bring your friends and family along for a day filled with laughter and joy. Let's make unforgettable memories together at this lively event! We can't wait to see you there, admission is free!

Adams Park 

 Blind Date with a Book

Join us for&nbsp;Blind Date with a Book&nbsp;at the Roslindale Library on&nbsp;Saturday, February 8 from 10:00am - 1:00pm! Spend the morning discovering a new book hidden under wraps and get lost in a new world. Enjoy a hot beverage while you read, relax, and share your thoughts with fellow book lovers. Whether you're a fan of fiction, nonfiction, or something in between, you're sure to find a new read that sparks your interest. <ul><li>Books will be wrapped and labeled by genre for you to choose (like a blind date!)</li><li>Please bring a book to donate, and we will wrap it up to share with someone else</li><li>We will have kids books available (unwrapped)</li><li>Try a new author, and you may discover a new favorite book!</li></ul>Books kindly donated by the Friends of the Roslindale Branch Library.

Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library

 Roslindale Winter Farmers Market 

Roslindale Village Main Street is thrilled to announce the return of its Winter Farmers Market for another season! The market will run on Sundays from 11 AM to 2 PM at the ABCD Parking Lot (32 Birch St.), starting January 5 and continuing through March 30, 2025. The Winter Farmers Market offers a wide variety of fresh produce, meats, fruits, and specialty foods. Many popular vendors from the summer market are making a return, including The Neighborhood Farm, and Lilac Hedge Farm.

 ABCD Head Start  Parking lot 

 RVMS Holiday Market 

Get into the holiday spirit at the Roslindale Holiday Market! Join us for a festive celebration where community, local businesses, and holiday cheer come together in the heart of Roslindale. Explore a variety of craft vendors offering unique, handmade gifts perfect for everyone on your list. Enjoy live music, shop from your favorite local businesses, and share holiday joy with friends and neighbors. Whether hunting for one-of-a-kind presents or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, there’s something special for everyone. Don’t miss out on the magic of the season!

 Birch St Plaza

 RVMS Dumpling  Festival 

Join us for a Dumpling Festival on Saturday, September 28, from 3-6pm at Adam Park! This culinary celebration, hosted by Roslindale Village Main Street (RVMS), aims to expand our appreciation of dumplings, a cherished dish across various cultures, and highlight the vibrant local food scene. Join us as we bring together local restaurants and vendors to showcase their unique dumpling creations. This festival will feature diverse dumpling styles and cultural variations, as well as dumpling themed items, entertainment, and more! Individual Plate: $6 Dumpling Flight (includes dumplings from 5 restaurants): $25 Join us to redefine the “dumpling” and celebrate this dough-filled treat featured in cuisines across cultures! Participating restaurants will be posted here shortly, so stay tuned!

Adam Park 

 Roslindale Plant sale 

Join us for the much-anticipated 3rd Annual Plant Sale at Adams Park, Roslindale! Delight in a morning of botanical bliss as we showcase a diverse array of plants and greenery for sale. From vibrant flowers to lush foliage, there's something for every garden enthusiast to explore and enjoy. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Adams Park, this outdoor Plant Market offers a unique opportunity to mingle with fellow plant lovers while browsing through a curated selection of top-quality plants. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting your green journey, our knowledgeable vendors will be on hand to offer expert advice and guidance. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18th, from 9 am to 12 pm, and join us for a blooming good time at the Roslindale Plant Sale. Don't miss this chance to add a touch of nature's beauty to your home and garden!

 Roslindale Flea  Market 

The Roslindale Flea Market at Adams Park beckons you to join in the camaraderie of our vibrant neighborhood, fostering connections with fellow residents while decluttering your home. Please mark your calendars for Saturday, April 13th, as we gather from 9 am to 12 pm for a delightful community event at Adams Park. This event presents an ideal opportunity akin to a neighborhood yard sale, offering a platform to showcase your cherished items from the confines of your basement to eager buyers in our local community. Whether you're a seasoned vendor or a first-time seller, all are welcome to participate and contribute to the lively ambiance. Submit your application promptly to secure your spot. RVMS extends spots to the first 30 enthusiastic participants who complete their applications. Please act quickly, as the deadline for flea market applications looms on March 31st. <a href="https://roslindale.app.neoncrm.com/forms/-flea-market-">https://roslindale.app.neoncrm.com/forms/-flea-market-</a> Don't miss out on this chance to engage with your neighbors, unearth treasures, and foster a sense of community spirit. Join us at the Roslindale Flea Market and make memories that resonate long after the event concludes.

 Halloween at the Roslindale Fare Market 

Get ready for a fang-tastic time at our Halloween Trick or Treating event, happening on Saturday, October 28th, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The ghostly fun kicks off at Adams Park and will enchant the entire Roslindale Village! 👻 Event Details: Date: Saturday, October 28th Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Starting Point: Adams Park, Roslindale Village What to Expect: 🎃 Trick or Treating: Gather your little goblins, superheroes, and princesses for a delightful trick-or-treating adventure! Participating stores and vendors throughout Roslindale Village will be handing out candies and treats, creating a magical Halloween experience for kids of all ages

 Adams Park and various location  in Roslindale  Village 

Roslindale  Caribbean food Fest 

Celebrate the genuine taste of the Caribbean from authentic and locally owned Caribbean restaurants with Caribbean music and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks! Jimmies Cafe, Jamaica Mi Hungry, and Mumu's Pikliz will serve traditional Caribbean dishes, including jerk chicken, vegetable curry, plantains, rice &amp; beans, and legume. D﻿J NXN will be providing the tunes. So try something new, savor a favorite dish, and enjoy good food with good company! Relax on Birch Street Plaza with a drink from Square Root or Distraction, and enjoy! Food tickets will be bought from RVMS, and tickets will be exchanged at your restaurant’s table for food. Food tickets are $5 per small plate. Your Eventbrite purchase will cover four tickets for the price of 3 ($15)! If needed, you can purchase additional tickets at the RVMS table at the event.

Birch St Plaza

Caribbean Food Festival on Birch

First, every Caribbean Food Fest at the Birch St Plaza located next to Distraction Brewing. Come by for a taste of authentic Caribbean food, drinks from local restaurants, and Music.

 Salsa in The Square 

There will be a salsa lesson taught by Andres Giraldo of Salsa y Control from 7-8pm, then open dance from 8-9pm. Dancing will take place on Birch Street Plaza, and is free and open to all! Join us for all four weeks to build on your skills, or pop in for one week just to give it a try! All levels are welcome - you don't need any experience to come dance with us.

 Birch St  Plaza Roslindale 

Roslindale  Winter Farmers Market

Our Winter Farmers Market takes place at the ABCD Parking Lot. We have a robust selection of farms, specialty foods, and craft vendors each week. Our Winter Farmers Market provides access to fresh produce, even in the cold winter months. ​ Parking is available at the municipal lot off South Street on Taft Hill Terrace. We encourage everyone to join us and walk, bike and use public transportation when traveling to the market.

ABCD Parking lot 

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.