SpringFest featuring the Easter Bunny, Food Trucks & MORE!

Spring into Fun at Wayland Town Center! Join us&nbsp;Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 11 AM to 1 PM&nbsp;for an egg-citing day filled with&nbsp;magical moments and springtime fun!&nbsp;&nbsp;Elsa from Frozen&nbsp;will be making a special appearance, ready to spread her icy charm, while the&nbsp;Easter Bunny&nbsp;hops in for adorable photo ops!&nbsp; Get into the groove with a&nbsp;live DJ Transform into your favorite character with&nbsp;face painting Savor delicious bites from&nbsp;local food trucks Meet the heroes of our community—the&nbsp;Wayland Fire &amp; Police Departments Spring will have officially sprung in Wayland, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!&nbsp;&nbsp;Grab your family and friends and&nbsp;hop on over&nbsp;for a day of unforgettable fun!&nbsp; RAIN OR SHINE If it rains, Easter Bunny photos &amp; activities will move indoors to a designated space at the center. By participating in this event, attendees agree that their photos may be used for promotional purposes.

Wayland Town Center

Bunny Bar Hop Around Charlestown

Hop into spring with the <a href="charlestownwomensclub.com">Charlestown Women's Club</a> for a bunny-eared bar crawl through Charlestown’s best spots! Whether you’re new to the neighborhood or just looking for an excuse to day drink in ears, this is your sign to come out and play. What To Wear: Bunny Ears &amp; Pastel Colors Where We’re Hopping: 2:00PM – 3:00PM | <a href="https://www.warrentavern.com/">Warren Tavern</a> (2 Pleasant St) 3:15PM – 4:30PM | <a href="https://www.sullivansph.com/">Sullivan’s Public House</a> (85 Main St) 4:45PM – 6:00PM | <a href="https://blackmoorbar.com/">Blackmoor</a> (1 Chelsea St) We’ll be walking between stops, so bring comfy shoes and your best bunny energy. 🐾Pay for your own food &amp;drinks, no cover — just show up, sip, and socialize.

Warren Tavern

Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll & Tree/Menorah Lighting

Join the local businesses at Wayland Town Center for some holiday fun, giveaways, tree/menorah lighting on the Green (courtesy of Russell’s Garden Center), and SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES&nbsp;by Santa, Elsa, and our friends at Wayland Police &amp; Wayland Fire! Special Guest Singer &amp; Emcee:&nbsp;Rich DiMare&nbsp; 2PM - 3PM | Cocoa With A Cop At The Bagel Table Have a cup of hot cocoa with our friends at Wayland Police Department before Santa’s arrival from 2pm - 3pm. 3:00PM | Santa’s Arrival Line up on the green with Elsa &amp; friends and watch Santa arrive by fire truck with our friends at Wayland Police &amp; Wayland Fire at 3pm. Santa will be dropped off at JOINT VENTURES for photos.&nbsp; Wayland Child Parent Association&nbsp; Drop off gently used kids-sized 0-10 winter gear at one of the two drop-off locations before 12/13 and then join us to swap at the Holiday Stroll at 79 Andrews Ave between 3PM - 4:30PM. Drop off locations: Life Techs Fitness 109 Andrews Ave Suite 102 weekdays between 5AM - 10AM and 3PM - 7PM and Wayland Public Library (by the children’s room) during library hours. Anything left over will be donated to Room To Grow.&nbsp; 4:45PM | Tree/Menorah Lighting Gather around the Green for our annual tree/menorah lighting at 4:45pm as we sing a song with Santa and countdown to the tree lighting!&nbsp; Visit the <a href="https://thewaylandtowncenter.com/event/holiday-stroll-tree-lighting/">event website</a> here for a full list of activities and promotions. Activities and giveaways are first come, first serve, and while supplies last. Photo/Video Release:&nbsp;Events at Wayland Town Center may be photographed and/or videotaped. By attending this event, you agree to be in photography or videography that may be used for the Wayland Town Center website, social media, or other promotional purposes.

Winter Clothing Swap at Wayland Town Center

Drop off gently used kids-sized 0-10 winter gear at one of the two drop-off locations before 12/13 and then join the <a href="https://waylandwcpa.org/join-us">Wayland Child Parent Association</a> to swap at the Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll &amp; Tree/Menorah Lighting&nbsp; at 79 Andrews Ave Wayland between 3PM - 4:30PM. Drop off locations: Life Techs Fitness 109 Andrews Ave Suite 102 Drop off weekdays between 5AM - 10AM and 3PM - 7PM Wayland Public Library (by the children’s room) Drop off during library hours. Anything left over will be donated to Room To Grow.

Wayland Town Center 

Couple's Caricature Drawings Portrait Session [FREE]

Calling all couples near Wayland! Come by Almaari Jewelers during the Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll &amp; Tree/Menorah Lighting to get your FREE holiday portrait done by our caricature artists and receive a complimentary ring cleaning.

Almaari Jewelers

Cocoa With A Cop 

From 2 pm to 3 pm, come have a cup of hot cocoa with the Wayland Police Department at The Bagel Table in Wayland before Santa’s arrival by firetruck at the <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/wayland-town-center-holiday-stroll-tree-lighting--4-wayland-1006017">Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll &amp; Tree/Menorah Lighting</a>.

The Bagel Table 

Halloween Hand Out At Ginger Betty's

In Ginger Betty Land, where magic flows, on Halloween night, the fun just grows! Join us at the bakery in Quincy from 4 ‘til 6, for candy, cookies, &amp; spooky tricks. Wear your costumes, oh so neat, let's go to Ginger Betty’s Bakery for the sweetest treat! Candy and cookies will be here for you to take, on a magical night where fun we will make.

Ginger Betty's Bakery

Charlestown Women's Club 2nd Annual White Party [Sponsored By TheMarket.Properties] 

Save the Date for the <a href="CharlestownWomensClub.com">Charlestown Women’s Club</a> 2nd Annual White Party! 🤍 📅 Wednesday, August 21 📍 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pier6boston/">@pier6boston</a> 🕒 7PM - 9PM Thanks to event sponsor, <a href="CharlestownHomesForSale.com">TheMarket.Properties</a>, there’s no ticket fee for our members to attend 🎟️ A donation to <a href="http://charlestowncommunitycares.org/">Charlestown Community Cares</a> is suggested to support kids in Charlestown with back-to-school clothes and supplies. Don’t miss out on a fun evening with amazing women as we say so long to summer! ✨ <a href="https://www.cut-splice.com/">Cut-Splice</a> in the Navy Yard is offering Charlestown Women’s Club members $40 blowouts with a toast for anyone that wants to fancy it up before the event You can call them at <a href="tel:617-286-7921">617-286-7921</a> or <a href="https://www.cut-splice.com/">book online</a>. Be sure to mention the Charlestown Women's Club to redeem! Offer valid on appointments with Aliana, Kelli, Kenzie, Heather or Gina.

Pier 6

Cocktails & Condos [$1,000 Stairhopper Movers Gift Certificate Giveaway]

Register today to join Charlestown residents, Lindsay Higgins, Real Estate Broker &amp; Sarah Farrell, Mortgage Loan Officer, to learn everything you wanted to know about buying a condo - but were too afraid to ask. Every in person attendee will be entered to win a $1,000 STAIRHOPPER MOVERS GIFT CERTIFICATE! Attendees will receive one drink ticket compliments of Real Estate Attorney, Arielle Cecala. Food provided by Shant Banosian of Guaranteed Rate. <a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/8penthg/lp/e205b332-0cd5-4e98-80b4-e9bbbee74492" target="_blank">Advanced registration here</a> is required and to be entered to win. Please email Lindsay Higgins at <a href="mailto:Lindsay@TheMarket.Properties" target="_blank">Lindsay@TheMarket.Properties</a> with any questions. Event Agenda 2 PM - 2:15 PM Attendee Registration / Meet &amp; Greet 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM Learn everything you wanted to know about buying a condo - but were too afraid to ask. 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM Q&amp;A, Announce Giveaway Winner &amp; Networking

Sullivan's Public House

Easter Bunny At Ginger Betty's 

Jumping Jellybeans! Look who will be shopping at Ginger Betty's Bakery! It's Peter Cottontail! Visit <a href="gingerbettys.com">Ginger Betty's Bakery</a> at 215 Samoset Ave in Quincy on Friday, March 29th from 4pm-5pm AND Saturday, March 30th from 10am - 12pm to see the Easter Bunny!

Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll & Tree Lighting

Join the local businesses at Wayland Town Center for some holiday fun, giveaways, tree lighting on the Green (courtesy of Russell’s Garden Center), and SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES by Santa, Elsa, Moana, Ariel, Belle, Moana, Superman, Spider-Man, Daniel Tiger, Buzz Lightyear, Cocomelon, Minion our friends at Wayland Police &amp; Wayland Fire and more! Special Guest Singer &amp; Emcee: Rich DiMare&nbsp; 2PM-3PM | Cocoa With A Cop Have a cup of hot cocoa for $1 with Wayland Police Department at The Bagel Table from 2pm – 3pm before Santa’s arrival. 3PM | Santa’s Arrival By Firetruck Line up on the Green with Elsa, Moana, Ariel, Belle, Moana, Superman, Spider-Man, Daniel Tiger, Buzz Lightyear, Cocomelon, Minion, and watch Santa arrive by fire truck with our friends at Wayland Police &amp; Wayland Fire at 3pm. 4:45PM | Tree Lighting Gather around the Green for our annual tree lighting at 4:45pm as we sing a song with Santa and countdown to the tree lighting!&nbsp; 3-4:30 PM | Wayland Children and Parents Association (WCPA) Join the WCPA Winter Wonderland at the Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting on Saturday, 12/9, from 3-4:30 P.M. They will have fun winter-themed activities, crafts, and snacks for kids of all ages. Their annual community-building craft will feature a&nbsp;<a href="https://frameoflifeproject.ck.page/8b281bf21d" target="_blank">Paper Crane Project</a>&nbsp;designed to inspire kindness, hope, and peace. List Of Participating Businesses Activities and giveaways are first come first serve and while supplies last. Wayland ACE Home &amp; Design&nbsp; Sit with Santa and take a photo with him in the freshly remodeled store! Pick up a coupon for a discount and save on your holiday and home needs! Chocolate Therapy Be sure to pick up some delicious chocolate from Chocolate Therapy! FIND THE GOLDEN TICKET&nbsp;at the bottom of your purchase of a four-piece chocolate truffle box AND you’ll win a gift basket! If you find a mini-golden ticket in your purchase, you’ll win a 12-piece collection of truffles! Middlesex Savings Bank&nbsp; Visit Middlesex Savings Bank on the Green to see what giveaways they have for you! BTone Fitness Wayland Play PLINKO with the chance to win a FREE class, btone merchandise,&nbsp;a discounted Intro Class Pack and more! Take advantage of their sale on grip socks and btone merchandise to stock up on stocking stuffers for the holiday season! Stretch Zone FREE&nbsp;15-minute stretch and be entered to win&nbsp;a free month membership where you’ll get a free stretch once per1x per week. Spark Salon Drop in to check out their raffle and gift card sale. ADA Vets Paint an animal-themed holiday ornament at ADA Vet and see what giveaways they have in store. Forever Slender MedSpa Visit Forever Slender MedSpa for a cup of hot chocolate, enter their raffle for a free hydrafacial and other prizes. They are also collecting canned and nonperishable food for the Greater Boston Food Bank and local pantries – bring food to donate and get 10% off a service (must be used before 12/31/23). They will also be offering gift certificates for purchase (to offer to party hosts, holiday presents, etc.) X-Golf Wayland Visit X-Golf to play a round of golf and pick up a balloon. 4:45PM | Tree Lighting Gather around the Green for our annual tree lighting at 4:45pm as we sing a song with Santa and countdown to the tree lighting!&nbsp; *This list will be continuously updated. Be sure to <a href="https://thewaylandtowncenter.com/event/holiday-stroll-tree-lighting/" target="_blank">visit our website here</a> as the event date gets closer. Photo/Video Release:&nbsp;Events at Wayland Town Center may be photographed and/or video taped. By attending this event, you are agreeing to be in photography or videography that may be used for the Wayland Town Center website, social media, or other promotional purposes.

Wayland Town Center’s 2022 Holiday Stroll &amp; Tree Lighting will take place on Saturday, December 10th from 2pm – 5:30pm. <ul><li>Meet and take photos with&nbsp;Santa, Mrs. Claus, Buddy The Elf, Elsa, Anna &amp; Olaf from Frozen, Santa's Elves, Rudolph, Frosty &amp; The Grinch</li></ul> <ul><li>Giveaways, Specials &amp; Activities At Participating Businesses</li></ul> <ul><li>Scavenger Hunt Sponsored By&nbsp;<a href="http://tapple.io/" target="_blank">Tapple.io</a> </li></ul> <ul><li>Holiday Inflatable Fun&nbsp;</li></ul> <ul><li>Christmas Caroling with the Wayland Girl Scouts</li></ul> <ul><li>2PM: Head to the Wayland Town Center green to see Wayland FIRE Department &amp; Wayland Police bring Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Frosty, Rudolph, The Grinch, Santa's elves &amp; Buddy The Elf to kick off the stroll</li></ul> <ul><li>3:30PM - 5PM: <a href="https://bit.ly/FSBotoxBubby" target="_blank">Bubbles &amp; Botox</a> at Forever Slender. Book your <a href="https://bit.ly/FSBotoxBubby" target="_blank">15 min appointment</a> in advance here. </li></ul> <ul><li>Enjoy a <a href="https://bit.ly/BSCWaylandStroll " target="_blank">FREE 20 Min Holiday Themed Workout Class</a> at Boston Sports Club </li></ul>			2:40PM - 3PM: <a href="https://bit.ly/BSCWaylandStroll " target="_blank">Christmas Cookie Crusher Strength Training&nbsp;</a> 			3:30PM - 3:50PM: <a href="https://bit.ly/BSCWaylandStroll " target="_blank">Yuletide Yoga</a> 			4:20PM - 4:40PM: <a href="https://bit.ly/BSCWaylandStroll " target="_blank">AB-racadabra</a> 			*Advanced <a href="https://bit.ly/BSCWaylandStroll " target="_blank">sign-up here</a> is encouraged <ul><li>Visit KidStrong Wayland inside Boston Sports Club &amp; receive 50% off registration (originally $50) when you sign up during the stroll. You’ll also be the first to see their equipment including KidStrong Klimbers, front roll wedges, and parallette.</li></ul> <ul><li>Visit X-Golf &amp; play for FREE in Santa’s Simulator Golf Swing Contest &amp; receive a balloon.</li></ul> <ul><li>Book a future appointment or purchase a gift card during the Holiday Stroll at Spark Salon (formerly Lauren Craig Salon) and be entered to win a gift basket of salon products</li></ul> <ul><li>Stock up on some jingle juice at Sperry's Liquors. Record your visit in the scavenger hunt for your chance to win one of two $25.00 gift cards.</li></ul> <ul><li>Visit APDerm to meet Elsa from FROZEN and enter to win a skincare basket</li></ul> <ul><li>Sit with Santa &amp; Mrs. Claus at Wayland Home and Design and pick up a coupon for 20% off</li></ul> <ul><li>Receive a <a href=" https://bit.ly/JVStroll" target="_blank">FREE 15Min Injury Screen</a> at Joint Ventures Physical Therapy <a href=" https://bit.ly/JVStroll" target="_blank">Sign up in advance here</a>.</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://bit.ly/SZStroll" target="_blank">FREE 15-minute stretch</a> at Stretch Zone Wayland. <a href="https://bit.ly/SZStroll" target="_blank">Sign up in advance here</a>. </li></ul> <ul><li>Visit Stop &amp; Shop and grab a hot chocolate kit to go</li></ul> <ul><li>Enjoy Holiday Stroll Savings and get 30 days for $99 and 50% of all grip socks when you visit Btone Fitness! If you grab a gift card, you’ll also receive a complimentary pair of grip socks! Enter to win either a 2 week unlimited Intro Pass (valued at $50) OR enter to win a 3 Class Pack (valued at $114)</li></ul> <ul><li>See Olaf &amp; Anna from FROZEN and one of these LIVE DEMONSTRATION at Forever Slender</li><li>2PM-2:30PM Cheek Filler Demonstration</li><li>2:30PM - 3:30PM: FREEZE The Fat This Winter With CoolSculpting</li><li>3:15PM: Build Core Muscles With CoolTone</li><li>4PM: How AviClear Eliminates Acne</li><li>Olaf &amp; Anna from FROZEN will also be here</li></ul> <ul><li>See FIVE GOLDEN RINGS at Almaari Jewelers &amp; receive a FREE RING CLEANING to shine as bright as Rudolph's nose</li></ul> <ul><li>Touch A Truck</li></ul> <ul><li>Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to the Teddy Bear Clinic at ADAvet</li></ul> <ul><li>Watch a holiday movie and do a holiday craft with Lit Dental at their temporary event space located at 109 Andrew Ave Suite 102</li></ul> <ul><li>Visit West End Cabinets &amp; pick up a free shawl to keep warm during the stroll or to receive a complimentary kitchen design consultation</li></ul> <ul><li>Meet with Wayland Children and Parents Association (WCPA) to learn how to become a member and hear what all the fun is about</li></ul> <ul><li>Visit Giacomo's of Wayland for a bite to eat and see what holiday character may come by and sit down</li></ul> <ul><li>Participate in the Scavenger Hunt for your chances to win prizes from the businesses at Wayland Town Center</li></ul>

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

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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

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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

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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

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S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

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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

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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

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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

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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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SpringFest featuring the Easter Bunny, Food Trucks & MORE!

Bunny Bar Hop Around Charlestown

Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll & Tree/Menorah Lighting

Winter Clothing Swap at Wayland Town Center

Couple's Caricature Drawings Portrait Session [FREE]

Cocoa With A Cop

Halloween Hand Out At Ginger Betty's

Charlestown Women's Club 2nd Annual White Party [Sponsored By TheMarket.Properties]

Cocktails & Condos [$1,000 Stairhopper Movers Gift Certificate Giveaway]

Easter Bunny At Ginger Betty's

Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll & Tree Lighting

Wayland Town Center Holiday Stroll & Tree Lighting