Summer Kickoff Party

We’ve reserved Club Volo for our Summer Kickoff Party, a high-energy celebration to launch the season and bring our community together. You’ll make new friends while enjoying open play pickleball, bocce, and cornhole, plus bar games like pop-a-shot, giant beer pong, giant Connect 4, and giant Jenga, all to the beats of our live DJ. What to expect: Open play + lawn games all evening Music, good vibes, and nonstop fun Colored wristbands so you can signal who you are looking to meet<ul><li>Blue: Friendship</li><li>Green: Single and ready to Mingle</li><li>Yellow: It’s complicated</li><li>Orange: Say “hello” it’s my first event</li><li>Red: I need my space</li></ul>Fun swag and giveaways all night ✨ Whether you’re new to Boston, reconnecting with old friends, or just coming for the vibes, this is the event to kick off Summer while meeting new people. 🏓🍹🌞

Club VOLO at Assembly Row

Speed Dating in Kendall Square! Ages 30-42

Tired of dating app conversations that go nowhere? Does your thumb hurt from swiping?&nbsp;Want to just meet someone in person and have a real conversation?? We have a new location in Kendall Square!&nbsp;We'll take you out for a lovely evening, and line up first dates for you to meet.&nbsp;Theory Bar and Lounge is on the ground Floor of the Residence Inn. Join us for Speed Dating! What's included:<ul><li>First drink is on us - any beer, wine, soda, or most cocktails - when you arrive by 6:15</li><li>Up to 14 first dates (we can't keep you out too late!)</li><li>Receive your matches within 24 hours</li></ul>How it works: 1.) Arrive and relax during a mini happy hour - say hello, grab a drink, we have the back of he lounge reserved for our daters. 2.) Enjoy several five minute dates - hows that for an efficient night out? Ladies will sit, while the men shift - and our hosts will make sure the men go in correct direction! 3.) No need to swipe right or left - after your date is over, check off if you'd like to speak with them again. Within 24 hours we will email participants the email address of matches. Then, since you both want to chat with each other, keep the conversation going - perhaps schedule a date for next weekend! Tickets:&nbsp;Ladies please buy a Ladies ticket, Gentleman please buy a Gentleman ticket. This allows us to get an even number of participants. These events run best when there is balance to the room - if your ticket type is sold out, please DO NOT BUY THE OTHER TICKET. Established in 2018, Boston Single Mingle hosts about 12 events each month in the Boston area. Meet us on our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bostonsinglemingle.com/">www.bostonsinglemingle.com</a>

Theory Lounge (inside the Residence Inn)

Single Mingle in the Seaport!

Tired of dating apps? Would you rather mingle in person to see if there's a spark? We will provide the atmosphere, event hosts, and a casual activity to keep you chatting - all on reserved patio space. Advance Tickets Guarantee Entry. This month we're on the Patio at City Tap in the Seaport. This is the perfect event to find some summer love! Event Details: Arrive, pick up your nametag, grab a beverage, and meet new singles! You're first drink is included - wine, cocktails, beer, or softdrinks. We have an icebreaker organized to help you get chatting. When you register, let us know a a few interesting facts about yourself. The fun begins when you're introducing yourself to Boston's best singles and trying to match facts to faces! If someone catches your eye, or you have a great conversation with them you can take matters into your own hands! Exchange cards or social profiles right there. This event is designed to be fun, and give you a few nudges towards speaking and meeting new singles in Boston. This Single Mingle is meant for those in their mid 20s to late 30s. We also offer more age specific speed dating events, including an option for those over 40. Established in 2018, we host 12-14 events each month in the Boston area. Visit our website to meet us:<a href="https://www.bostonsinglemingle.com/">www.bostonsinglemingle.com</a> #dating #singles #speed dating

City Tap Boston

Speed Dating in Fenway! (Men Sold Out)

Men are sold out with a waitlist, so we've added some free tickets for women to balance out the event. Please RSVP in advance: <a href="www.eventbrite.com/e/1988527461166/?discount=TBC">www.eventbrite.com/e/1988527461166/?discount=TBC</a> Want to just meet someone in person and have a real conversation?? Join us at Speed Dating! The structure is simple: 1.) Check in and meet your host. Grab a drink, mingle with attendees, and settle in. At Mighty Squirrel Brewing in Fenway, we have space reserved exclusively for our event - you won't be dating in the middle of a bar! 2.)Enjoy up to 14 first dates .&nbsp;Dates will begin once we have enough attendees checked it, and no later than 6:45PM.Your host will seat you for your first date and keep the time and everyone organized. Ladies will sit, while the men shift. 3.) No need to swipe right or left - after your date is over, use your score card to indicate if you'd like to speak with them again. No apps to download - within 24 hours we will email participants the email address of matches. Then, since you both want to chat with each other, keep the conversation going - perhaps schedule a date for the weekend! We've tried to think of everything so that you can come from work, and be relaxed while meeting new singles. Pens and extra paper for notes is also available. Tickets:&nbsp;Ladies please buy a Ladies ticket, Gentleman please buy a Gentleman ticket. This allows us to get an even number of participants. These events run best when there is balance to the room - if your ticket type is sold out, please DO NOT BUY THE OTHER TICKET. Directions and Parking: We host at this venue with the Red Sox are away. Metered parking is available, the brewary gives a discount at the adjacent lot if you spend $25, or take the green line to Kenmore or Fenway or commuter rail to Lansdowne.

Might Squirrel Taproom and Kitchen

Single Mingle: Start Your Engines! (All Included Event)

Our Single Mingles are designed to bring together singles with fun, interactive activities so you can meet with less pressure. This month we're getting your hearts racing at F1 Boston! What's Included:<ul><li>use of the racing simulators from 6pm-8pm. Races are 5-6 minutes long, quite literally a speed date with someone you'd like some 1:1 time with!</li><li>1 drink ticket, good for beer or wine (MUST be used by 8pm)</li><li>light apps</li><li>hosts running our classic mingle activity that will keep you moving and meeting.</li></ul>Event Details: Arrive, check in with your host to get your name tag and drink ticket. We have an icebreaker organized to help you get chatting. When you register, let us know a a few interesting facts about yourself. When you check in, a potential match will get a note card with that fact on it... and the fun begins as they try to find you! If someone catches your eye, or you have a great conversation with them you can take matters into your own hands! Exchange cards or social profiles right there! This event is designed to be fun, and give you a few nudges towards speaking and meeting new singles in Boston. Turnout at our Single Mingles is typically mid to late 20s and 30s. We also offer more age specific speed dating events, including an option for those over 40. Established in 2018, Boston Single Mingle hosts about 12 events each month in the Boston area. Meet us on our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bostonsinglemingle.com/">www.bostonsinglemingle.com</a> #dating #singles #speed dating

F1 Arcade

Speed Dating in Fenway!

Want to just meet someone in person and have a real conversation?? Join us at Speed Dating! The structure is simple: 1.) Check in and meet your host. Grab a drink, mingle with attendees, and settle in. At Mighty Squirrel Brewing in Fenway, we have space reserved exclusively for our event - you won't be dating in the middle of a bar! 2.)Enjoy up to 14 first dates . Dates will begin once we have enough attendees checked it, and no later than 6:45PM.Your host will seat you for your first date and keep the time and everyone organized. Ladies will sit, while the men shift. 3.) No need to swipe right or left - after your date is over, use your score card to indicate if you'd like to speak with them again. No apps to download - within 24 hours we will email participants the email address of matches. Then, since you both want to chat with each other, keep the conversation going - perhaps schedule a date for the weekend! We've tried to think of everything so that you can come from work, and be relaxed while meeting new singles. Pens and extra paper for notes is also available. Tickets: Ladies please buy a Ladies ticket, Gentleman please buy a Gentleman ticket. This allows us to get an even number of participants. These events run best when there is balance to the room - if your ticket type is sold out, please DO NOT BUY THE OTHER TICKET. Directions and Parking: We host at this venue with the Red Sox are away. Metered parking is available, the brewary gives a discount at the adjacent lot if you spend $25, or take the green line to Kenmore or Fenway or commuter rail to Lansdowne.

Speed Dating in the Seaport!

Tired of dating app conversations that go nowhere? Does your thumb hurt from swiping? Want to just meet someone in person and have a real conversation?? We're back in the Seaport to take you out for a lovely evening, and line up first dates for you to meet. What's included:<ul><li>First drink is on us - any beer, wine, soda, or cocktail - when you arrive by 6:40</li><li>Privacy - we have the Private Dining Room reserved for discrete dating</li><li>Up to 14 first dates (we can't keep you out too late!)</li><li>Receive your matches within 24 hours</li></ul>How it works: 1.) Arrive and relax during a mini happy hour - say hello, grab a drink, we have the private dining room reserved for our daters. 2.) Enjoy several six minute dates - hows that for an efficient night out? Ladies will sit, while the men shift - and our hosts will make sure the men go in correct direction! 3.) No need to swipe right or left - after your date is over, check off if you'd like to speak with them again. Within 24 hours we will email participants the email address of matches. Then, since you both want to chat with each other, keep the conversation going - perhaps schedule a date for the weekend! We've tried to think of everything so that you can come from work, and be relaxed while meeting new singles. Pens and extra paper for notes is also available. Tickets: Ladies please buy a Ladies ticket, Gentleman please buy a Gentleman ticket. This allows us to get an even number of participants. These events run best when there is balance to the room - if your ticket type is sold out, please DO NOT BUY THE OTHER TICKET. Capacity is limited, however we do manage waitlists for our most popular venues. Established in 2018, Boston Single Mingle hosts about 12 events each month in the Boston area. Meet us on our website: <a href="https://www.bostonsinglemingle.com/">www.bostonsinglemingle.com</a>

Speed Dating in Southie! (Ages 28-38) One Drink Included

Tired of swiping? Join us for a fun evening of speed dating where you'll have up to 15 first dates. with singles who want to meet! 1 drink is included with your registration This month we have a special collab with Native Sun - attendees will receive swag and discounts! What to expect: 1.) Arrive and relax during a mini happy hour - say hello, grab a drink. (We have the back room reserved starting at 6:30)  2.) Enjoy up to 15 five minute dates - hows that for an efficient night out? (Dates will kick off at 6:45pm) Ladies will sit, while the men shift - and our hosts will make sure the men go in correct direction! 3.) No need to swipe right or left - after your date is over, check off if you'd like to speak with them again. After your dates you can stay to mingle more with those in attendance, continue a conversation with someone you just met, or recap with your friends at the brewery. Within 24 hours we will email participants the email address of matches. Then, since you both want to chat with each other, keep the conversation going - perhaps schedule a date for the weekend! Tickets: Ladies please buy a Ladies ticket, Gentleman please buy a Gentleman ticket. This allows us to get an even number of participants. These events run best when there is balance to the room - if your ticket type is sold out, please DO NOT BUY THE OTHER TICKET. Directions and Parking: Closest MBTA Station is Broadway. Street parking is available.

Castle Island Brewing

Speed Dating at Canalside! 

Tired of dating app conversations that go nowhere? Profile pics from ten years ago?  Does your thumb hurt from swiping? Want to just meet someone in person and have a real conversation?? Join us for a special evening at Canalside, inside the Cambridgeside Galleria! We'll take you out for a lovely evening, and line up first dates for you to meet. What's included:<ul><li>Your choice of beverage, (soda, beer, wine, or cocktail) when you arrive by 6:45</li><li>Up to 15 first dates (we can't keep you out too late!)</li><li>Receive your matches within 24 hours</li></ul>We have the entire C-Side Bar area reserved for private dating, and the space is large enough for us to host 2 age range variations simultaneously. While you’ll be dating within the age range you choose, you’ll be able to mingle after the dates conclude with whomever catches your eye! Event Schedule: 6:30pm: Arrive and settle in: youi’ll check in with your host, order you (included) beverage, and mingle with other attendees 6:45pm: We’ll seat attendees for their first dates! Every 6 minutes your host will shift you to your next date. Keep track of who you meet and want to connect with on your score card. 8:15pm: It’s time to mingle! The structured dating portion of the evening will conclude by 8:15. Hand in your score card, and stay to mingle - maybe someone in the other age range caught your eye, or maybe you want to continue speaking with the best of your first dates! 8;30 - want a 2nd date right now? There are plenty of options in the Galleria for you to enjoy.

Canalside (Inside the Cambridgeside Galleria)

Speed Dating in Kendall Square! Ages 28-39 (Men Sold Out)

Speed Dating, Ages 28-39 (Men Sold Out)

Want to just meet someone in person and have a real conversation?? Join us at Speed Dating! The structure is simple: 1.) Arrive and relax during a mini happy hour - say hello, grab a drink. (We have the upstairs reserved exclusively for our daters) 2.) Enjoy up to 15 first dates - hows that for an efficient night out? Ladies will sit, while the men shift - and our hosts will make sure everyone is organized to maximize your evening. 3.) No need to swipe right or left - after your date is over, check off if you'd like to speak with them again. Within 24 hours we will email participants the email address of matches. Then, since you both want to chat with each other, keep the conversation going - perhaps schedule a date for the weekend! We've tried to think of everything so that you can come from work, and be relaxed while meeting new singles in Boston. Pens and extra paper for notes is also available. Tickets:&nbsp;Ladies please buy a Ladies ticket, Gentleman please buy a Gentleman ticket. This allows us to get an even number of participants. These events run best when there is balance to the room - if your ticket type is sold out, please DO NOT BUY THE OTHER TICKET. Directions and Parking: Closest MBTA Station is Haymarket. Street &amp; garage parking available.

The Point

Speed Dating in Kendall Square! Ages 28-39

Speed Dating in Southie! (Ages 27-37) One Drink Included

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

Hot & new

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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

This wknd

This weekend for you

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 🚨

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

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

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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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Experiences

Speed Dating in Fenway! (Men Sold Out)

Summer Kickoff Party

Speed Dating in Kendall Square! Ages 30-42

Single Mingle in the Seaport!

Single Mingle: Start Your Engines! (All Included Event)

Speed Dating in Fenway!

Speed Dating in the Seaport!

Speed Dating in Fenway!

Speed Dating in Southie! (Ages 28-38) One Drink Included

Speed Dating at Canalside!

Speed Dating in Kendall Square! Ages 28-39 (Men Sold Out)

Speed Dating in the Seaport!

Speed Dating, Ages 28-39 (Men Sold Out)

Speed Dating in Kendall Square! Ages 28-39

Speed Dating in Southie! (Ages 27-37) One Drink Included