Westgate Mall Hosts Blood Donation Drive for The American Red Cross

The need for blood donations continues to be at an all-time high. The American Red Cross has been experiencing the worst blood shortage in over a decade, and they need your help! Westgate Mall&nbsp;will host a series of blood drives&nbsp;in partnership with the American Red Cross. Make your appointment today for Monday, October 28, 2024 from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. Donation drives will continue Monday, December 2, 2024, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. and Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. Appointments are required, please schedule at <a href="https://www.redcrossblood.org/" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a> and enter the sponsor code BROCKTON. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.shopatwestgatemall.com/" target="_blank">ShopatWestgateMall.com</a>.

Westgate Mall

Halloween Party at CambridgeSide

Mark your calendar for Halloween Happenings at CambridgeSide on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and double your Halloween fun! Enjoy treats, music, crafts + more! The event is free and open to the public. Children and accompanying adults can visit the Halloween Party located in CanalSide Food + Drink on Level 1. Children 12 and under should bring their own trick-or-treat bag. (Must be accompanied by an adult. No inappropriate costumes or toy weapons. While supplies last. Event elements subject to change without notice.) Each participating child is asked to bring a canned food item for donation to The Salvation Army Thanksgiving Food Baskets, to help families in need this Thanksgiving. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.cambridgeside.com/event/fooda-popup-restaurants-now-open/2145579681">CambridgeSide.com.</a>

CambridgeSide

Cambridge Half Marathon + 5K at CambridgeSide

Cambridge Half Marathon + 5K at CambridgeSide will take place on Sunday, November 3, 2024, with race start times at 7:00 a.m. EST (half marathon) and 7:20 a.m. EST (5K). The Cambridge Half Marathon + 5K start and finish is at CambridgeSide. Both scenic courses will run alongside the Charles River on Memorial Drive and feature amazing views of MIT, John W. Weeks Footbridge, Harvard University, and more. Cambridge Half Marathon + 5K race proceeds benefit Cambridge Camping, City of Cambridge Scholarship Fund, and other local charities. To register individually or as a team, visit <a href="https://www.cambridgeside.com/">CambridgeSide.com</a>.

Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport Hosts Paint Night

No Art Experience needed! Join us at Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport for PAINT NIGHT on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. You’ll be guided step-by-step through this canvas painting, all while having a few laughs and hanging out with us! $35 per person, tickets can be purchased at <a href="https://www.allwaysarts.com/product/10-15-24-paint-nite-in-newburyport-at-michaels-harborside/655">https://www.allwaysarts.com/product/10-15-24-paint-nite-in-newburyport-at-michaels-harborside/655</a>. Food and Beverages not included. Restaurant Hours are Sunday through Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursdays through Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.michaelsharborside.com/">www.MichaelsHarborside.com</a>.

Michael's Harborside

Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport Hosts FREE Trivia and Live Music Nights

Through October, visit Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport for FREE Trivia every Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and FREE Live Music from a variety of local musicians from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. every Thursday night. Test your knowledge of pop culture, sports and more at the popular Michael’s Trivia Nights. And on Thursdays, enjoy a selection of live music by talented local artists. Restaurant hours are Sunday through Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursdays through Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.michaelsharborside.com/">www.MichaelsHarborside.com</a>.&nbsp;

CambridgeSide Hosts Job Fair

Looking for a full or part-time position? Visit CambridgeSide on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Meet with restaurants, retailers and more to discuss available employment opportunities. The Job Fair will feature over a dozen participants including Mango, our exciting new CanalSide Food + Drink eateries and more. CambridgeSide is also offering a complimentary headshot to be taken by a professional photographer for all job seekers (first come, first served, while supplies last). For more information, visit <a href="https://www.cambridgeside.com/event/fooda-popup-restaurants-now-open/2145579681">CambridgeSide.com.</a>

Brews & Bites Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival at Westgate Mall

Westgate Mall in Brockton, MA will host Brews &amp; Bites Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 12 noon to 5 p.m., featuring a selection of local food trucks, craft brews and wine, games, live music and more! This family friendly event is free and open to the public; each vendor will price and serve their fare independently.&nbsp;Participating food trucks and breweries include&nbsp;90+ Cellars, Brockton Beer Company,&nbsp;Shovel Town Brewery, La Qchara, Lady C &amp; J Soul Food, Moyzilla, Mr. Frosty, The Chubby Chickpea and Work Hard Eat Good, with live music by Kooked Out.&nbsp;Brews &amp; Bites is dog friendly and will be held rain or shine.&nbsp;Covered seating will be available for attendees.&nbsp;Sponsored by Rockland Federal Credit Union and Planet Fitness. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.shopatwestgatemall.com/" target="_blank">ShopatWestgateMall.com</a>.

Latte Boston Popup Now Open at Chestnut Hill Square

<a href="http://www.chestnuthillsquare.com/">Chestnut Hill Square</a> has announced the summer arrival of Latte Boston, an Italian Espresso &amp; Tea Mobile Bar. Visitors will find Latte Boston at the center located in the parking lot across from drybar, seven days a week, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Summer 2024 (schedule subject to change without notice.). Serving Italian premium illy Caffè and Dammann Frères tea, as well as Italian pastries, Latte Boston brings the famed Italian coffee culture to guests. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.chestnuthillsquare.com/">ChestnutHillSquare.com</a>.

Chestnut Hill Square

<a href="http://www.chestnuthillsquare.com/" target="_blank">Chestnut Hill Square</a> has announced the summer arrival of Latte Boston, an Italian Espresso &amp; Tea Mobile Bar. Visitors will find Latte Boston at the center located in the parking lot across from drybar, seven days a week, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Summer 2024 (schedule subject to change without notice.). Serving Italian premium illy Caffè and Dammann Frères tea, as well as Italian pastries, Latte Boston brings the famed Italian coffee culture to guests. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.chestnuthillsquare.com/" target="_blank">ChestnutHillSquare.com</a>.&nbsp;

CambridgeSide Hosts School Supply Donation Drive for East End House

<a href="https://www.cambridgeside.com/" target="_blank">CambridgeSide</a> will host a School Supply Drive to benefit <a href="http://eastendhouse.org/" target="_blank">East End House</a>. The donation drive provides local children in need with necessary school supplies prior to the start of the school year. Suggested new and unused items for donation include backpacks, pencil boxes, pencils + sharpeners, pens, crayons, markers, highlighters, erasers, scissors, book covers, art supplies, stickers, glue/glue sticks, notebook paper, construction paper, pocket folders, binders, paints/brushes, calculators, rulers, colored pencils, educational books, and index cards. Donations can be dropped off now through August 25, 2024, at CVS on Level 1 at CambridgeSide. To make a monetary donation to purchase school supplies, visit <a href="https://eastendhouse.org/get-involved/" target="_blank">EastEndHouse.org</a>. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.cambridgeside.com/event/fooda-popup-restaurants-now-open/2145579681" target="_blank">CambridgeSide.com.</a>

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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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

Best of 💫

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

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 to Joyraft

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

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 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

Discover kid-friendly fun in Boston, Massachusetts, and surrounding areas! Enjoy hands-on exhibits at the Boston Children’s Museum, explore the New England Aquarium, and visit the Franklin Park Zoo. Find parks, playgrounds, and seasonal events perfect for families across Massachusetts.

Top 20 kid-friendly things to do in Boston, MA

Kid-friendly things to do in Boston

Kid-friendly events

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.