22nd Annual Brian J. Honan 5K Road Race Presented by New Balance

Runners and walkers from across the Commonwealth are invited to join family and friends of the late Boston City Councilor Brian Honan for the 22nd&nbsp;Annual Brian J. Honan 5K Road Race presented by New Balance on Sunday, September 29th&nbsp;at noon in Allston-Brighton. The race benefits the Brian J. Honan Charitable Fund which fosters local and national programs that support education, recreation, housing, and healthcare. Brian J. Honan served the Allston-Brighton community for more than seven years as District City Councilor and for his whole life as an advocate for Allston-Brighton and the people of the City of Boston. You can register at&nbsp;<a href="https://brianhonan5k.racewire.com/register.php?id=14245" target="_blank">https://brianhonan5k.racewire.com/register.php?id=14245</a>. Participants may pick up their race numbers on Saturday, September 28th&nbsp;from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the New Balance Factory Store at 173 Market St, in Brighton MA, or on race day starting at 10:30am at the CVS Parking lot, 181 Brighton Avenue, Allston.

CVS Parking Lot 

NEADS World Class Service Dogs Hosts Annual Get Dressed. Give Back. Fundraiser

On Friday, September 27, <a href="http://www.neads.org/">NEADS World Class Service Dogs</a> celebrates Get Dressed. Give Back., its annual fundraising event to support the organization and its array of Service Dog programs. Hosted at The Exchange in Boston’s Seaport, the festive, cocktail party-style event features fantastic food, live music, an open bar, and exclusive shopping opportunities. The very name of the event reflects the mission of NEADS and the incredible training the World Class Service Dogs receive by incorporating authentic commands the dogs are taught: “get dressed,” “give,” and “back.”   NEADS working Service Dog teams and Service Dogs in Training along with volunteer Puppy Raisers will be in attendance. NEADS is pleased to have Karen Anderson, award-winning journalist and member of WCVB's 5 Investigates, as the Keynote Speaker. Fox61 News CT Anchor Keith McGilvery is back by popular demand as Presenting Host. Larry and Nanine Costa are the event’s Presenting Sponsors.   The evening festivities will include various passed and stationary hors d'oeuvres and special food stations throughout the venue, as well as a special visit from the Melt food truck for a late evening snack. In addition, guests can also enjoy an exclusive live music performance by Martin &amp; Kelly, standouts in today's crossover country music scene, in the outdoor tent located right by the Harbor. Each guest will receive a Harbor Sweets chocolate gift box donated by Abaris Financial Group. Individual event tickets are $175 each and Friends of NEADS tickets which include two tickets and your name listed on the program are $400. Free parking is available on-site. SPONSORSHIPS, PROGRAM ADS, AND TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED ONLINE <a href="https://neads.org/event/get-dressed-give-back-2024/">HERE</a>.

The Exchange Conference Center

Maker’s Workshop at Boston Landing

More details on the May workshop theme to be finalized soon. Classes are capped at 40 attendees, so everyone is encouraged to follow the Boston Landing social media accounts to get in as soon as registration is announced!&nbsp;

Pop-Up Space

Spring Block Party (Yacht Rock)

Location:&nbsp;Athletes Park, 92 &amp; 123 Guest Street, the TRACK at new balance Kick off springtime and take in the warm sunshine at the Spring Block Party. Challenge your friends to lawn games, or shop around at the Maker’s Market and enjoy some great deals. After shopping, enjoy an ice cream from Puffy Clouds and munch on a snack from The Hummus Shop Food Truck, while enjoying a DJ featuring yacht rock music, perfect for getting attendees in the spirit of the warm weather. Other food options will be available and can be found at the link included.

Athletes Park

More details on the April workshop theme of Macrame to be finalized soon. Registration will be required in advance.

Calling all crafters or anyone looking for a fun hands-on experience! Learn how to needle felt and create your own mushroom scene with this free workshop taught by local and professional artists - all materials are included. Broken Records will also give a free ‘bite box’ to each attendee. Classes are capped at 40 attendees. (This workshop is currently sold out, but you can be added to the waitlist at the link provided)

Happy Hour Market at Boston Landing

Join us at Broken Records Beer Hall and shop with up to 10 local makers and artists while enjoying craft beer, cordial cocktails, and delicious bites. The first 10 guests to make a purchase will receive a $10 gift card to Broken Records. Best of all, every guest to make a purchase is allowed free entry into our monthly raffle where we raffle off gift cards to Boston Landing restaurants and retailers. Come for the shopping but make sure to stay for the Extreme Music Bingo, beginning at 7pm!

Beer Hall

Disney On Ice presents Into The Magic

Into The Magic takes families on a high-sea adventure as Moana sets sail on a life-changing quest to save her island with help from the demigod Maui. With the ice floor transformed into the vast oceanic scape, Disney On Ice allows Moana’s strength and determination to take center stage. This engaging atmosphere lets audiences deepen their existing connection to their favorite wayfinder and discover one’s true identity is never out of reach.  Journey across the Marigold Bridge with Miguel from Disney●Pixar’s Coco into the magnificent and mystical Land of the Dead and discover a vibrantly colorful performance with skeletons in a beautiful cultural celebration of family. Beautiful production numbers invite audiences into the world of Beauty and the Beast, as Belle shows what it means to be fearless. Along with her new friends in the enchanted castle, Belle is encouraged to step outside the ordinary and find joy in the bleakest situation. As she looks beyond the harsh exterior of the Beast to reach his gentle heart, fans learn there are teachable moments in everyday life. Through the athleticism and grace of Anna and Elsa, Rapunzel and Flynn, and Cinderella, brave heroes from Frozen, Tangled and Cinderella ignite passions to believe. Showgoers will witness each characters’ unique qualities and talents inspiring children around the world to discover their inner hero. Thursday, December 21	 7:00 PM Friday, December 22		 6:00 PM Saturday, December 23	 12:00 PM &amp; 4:00 PM Tuesday, December 26		 12:00 PM &amp; 4:00 PM Wednesday, December 27	12:00 PM &amp; 4:00 PM Thursday, December 28	 12:00 PM &amp; 4:00 PM Friday, December 29		 12:00 PM &amp; 4:00 PM Saturday, December 30	 12:00 PM &amp; 4:00 PM Sunday, December 31		 11:00 AM &amp; 3:00 PM Monday, January 1		 1:00 PM Disney On Ice Preferred Customers can purchase advance tickets starting today to get the best seats available before tickets go on-sale to the general public on August 8th. Fans can still sign up to become a <a href="https://www.disneyonice.com/#signup">Disney On Ice Preferred Customer</a> and get exclusive access to the pre-sale offer code.

Agganis Arena at Boston University

NEADS Get Dressed, Give Back Fundraiser

On the evening of Friday, September 29, <a href="http://www.neads.org">NEADS World Class Service Dogs</a> celebrates Get Dressed. Give Back., its annual fundraising event to support the organization and its array of Service Dog programs. Hosted at The Exchange in Boston’s Seaport, the festive, cocktail party-style event features exclusive shopping opportunities, a silent auction, an open bar with signature cocktails, and a seasonal tasting menu. There will be live music by Martin and Kelly, standouts in today’s crossover country music scene, and the MELT food truck arrives at 9 p.m. for a fun, late-night snack. The very name of the event reflects the mission of NEADS and the incredible training the World Class Service Dogs receive by incorporating authentic commands the dogs are taught: “get dressed,” “give,” and “back.” NEADS working Service Dog teams and Service Dogs in Training along with volunteer Puppy Raisers will be in attendance. NEADS is pleased to have Tiziana Dearing, Host of Radio Boston on WBUR, as the night’s Keynote Speaker. Fox61 News CT Anchor Keith McGilvery is back by popular demand as Presenting Host.  Larry and Nanine Costa are the event’s lead donors. The Exchange is a large, airy building with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces. The main gathering place is an open, three-story atrium. There is also a large tent on the water, as well an outdoor firepit and outdoor seating. Individual event tickets are $150 each and Friends of NEADS tickets which include two tickets and your name listed on the program are $375.

21st Annual Brian J. Honan 5K Road Race Presented by New Balance

Runners and walkers from across the Commonwealth are invited to join family and friends of the late Boston City Councilor Brian Honan for the 21st Annual Brian J. Honan 5K Road Race presented by New Balance on Sunday, September 24th at noon in Allston-Brighton. The race benefits the Brian J. Honan Charitable Fund which fosters local and national programs that support education, recreation, housing, and healthcare.   Brian J. Honan served the Allston-Brighton community for more than seven years as District City Councilor and for his whole life as an advocate for Allston-Brighton and the people of the City of Boston.   You can register at <a href="https://racewire.com/register.php?id=13585#add_entry">https://racewire.com/register.php?id=13585#add_entry</a>, or register on race day beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the CVS Parking Lot. Local college students can email <a href="mailto:honan5k@yahoo.com">honan5k@yahoo.com</a> to get a free sign-up code. Participants may pick up their race numbers on Saturday, September 23rd from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the New Balance Boston Landing Flagship Store at 140 Guest Street in Brighton.

CVS Parking Lot

Vineyard “Buzz”-aar

If wine is the drink of choice… this monthly makers market features a wine bar and paired food menu for purchase – this is a new addition this year to the open market offerings at Athlete’s Park at Boston Landing! August 24 and September 28 | 4pm-7pm

Athlete’s Park

Makers & Brewers Market

Athlete’s Park is transformed into an open market with local craft brews and bites, along with unique goods from local makers (along with some free swag), and live acoustic music. The perfect event with friends on a summer evening (or the first day of fall!) ﻿August 17th ﻿and September 21st | 4pm-7pm﻿﻿

FREE ONE-NIGHT-ONLY CONCERT & TRAVELING MUSEUM FROM COLTS’ IRSAY IN BOSTON ON JULY 15

Jim Irsay, owner &amp; CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, will bring The Jim Irsay Collection – a traveling museum of iconic artifacts from rock music, American history and pop culture – to Boston’s TD Garden for a one-of-a-kind free event on July 15, 2023.   The tour’s only stop in New England, the event is free and open to the public with advance registration at <a href="http://www.jimirsaycollection.com">jimirsaycollection.com</a>.     The evening also will include a free concert by The Jim Irsay Band, an all-star band featuring some of the best musicians in the world:   <ul><li>Kenny Aronoff, drums (Paul McCartney, John Mellencamp, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan)</li><li>Billy Branch, harmonica (Willie Dixon, Johnny Winter, Keb’ Mo, Taj Mahal)</li><li>Tom Bukovac, guitar (played on more than 700 albums with major artists)</li><li>Mike Mills, bass &amp; vocals (founding member of R.E.M.)</li><li>Danny Nucci, guitar &amp; saxophone (actor, Titanic, The Rock)</li><li>Michael Ramos, keyboards (Mellencamp, Patti Griffin, Paul Simon)</li><li>Carmella Ramsey, violin, mandolin &amp; vocals (Reba McEntire, John Hiatt, Olivia Newton-John)</li><li>Kenny Wayne Shepherd, guitar &amp; vocals (five-time Grammy® nominee) </li><li>Mike Wanchic, guitar (Mellencamp).</li></ul>What’s more, special guest performers for Boston’s show will be announced soon.

TD Garden

Mandarin Oriental, Boston Celebrates Global Wellness Day with Complimentary Health & Wellness Offerings

On Saturday, June 10, Five-Star Mandarin Oriental, Boston is celebrating Global Wellness Day with complimentary health and wellness offerings hosted by the Spa. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Boston is the first and longest-running Forbes Five-Star Spa in the state and was recognized as Massachusetts’ Best Hotel Spa and North America’s Best Hotel Spa by the 2022 World Spa Awards. #GlobalWellnessDay aims to recognize the value of our lives, to make peace with ourselves and to raise awareness about living well. From 10am to 11am, attendees will be able to ease their minds from stress through a Flow and Chill yoga and Sound Meditation experience. Expert Aly Raymer, who is one of Boston’s top wellness instructors for FLOW &amp;amp; CHILL, will lead the guided therapy. A gentle flow class, soothing breathwork and Raymer playing her eight Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls and accompanying instruments will melt away stress. Guests will leave feeling rested, rejuvenated, and ready for the rest of the day. The event is free and open to the public on a first come, first served basis. Advance registration is encouraged; space can be reserved by emailing <a href="mailto:mobos-spa@mohg.com">mobos-spa@mohg.com</a>. Yoga mats will be provided for all participants. Participants can also learn more about some of the exclusive offerings at Mandarin Oriental, Boston which include an Embodied Wellness program and a recently launched Dream Catcher treatment to improve sleep. Details on other signature Spa offerings can be found here. WHEN: Saturday, June 10, 2023 10am-11am *The event is complimentary, registration is required. Please register in advance at <a href="mailto:mobos-spa@mohg.com">mobos-spa@mohg.com</a>.

Mandarin Oriental, Boston

Gillette Stadium Monster Jam® Stadium Championship Series

The most action-packed and full-throttle family fun motorsport in the world roars into Gillette Stadium on May 6, 2023 FOXBOROUGH, MA This. Is. Monster Jam™!  The most unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to Foxborough for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, May 6.  At Monster Jam®, world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill.  Monster Jam Preferred Customers can  purchase advance tickets starting today, January 10, before tickets go on-sale to the general public on January 17 on <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com">www.ticketmaster.com</a>. Fans can still sign up for free to become a <a href="http://www.monsterjam.com/en-US/preferred-customer-page">Monster Jam Preferred Customer</a> and get exclusive access to the pre-sale offer code.   The excitement begins at the Monster Jam Pit Party held on Saturday.  Fans can see the massive trucks up close, meet their favorite drivers and crews, get autographs, and take pictures.  New-for-2023 activities include the Sand Box play area, inflatable slides, Spin Master remote control truck course, coloring and temporary tattoo station, and new photo ops, including the chance to take a photo with the Series trophy.  This fun-filled experience is the only place that allows people to get up close access to the Monster Jam teams and get an insider’s look at how these trucks are built to stand up to the competition.   Foxborough fans will be on the edge of their seats as world-class drivers show off crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles for the Event Championship.  Engineered to perfection, the 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks push all limits in Freestyle, Skills and Racing competitions.  The Stadium Series Red Champion will receive a highly coveted automatic bid to the prestigious Monster Jam World Finals® to compete for the title of World Champion.  The 2023 Monster Jam World Finals will be held in Nashville on July 1.   The Stadium Championship Series Red features 12 skilled athletes battling for the championship while tearing up the dirt in intense competitions of speed and skill.  Five-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Adam Anderson and the legendary Grave Digger aim to dethrone reigning series champion and 14-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Tom Meents during Max-D™’s 20th anniversary.  2022 Fan Favorite Driver of the Year Camden Murphy faces formidable foes in Bakugan Dragonoid™.  Military veteran Kayla Blood in Soldier Fortune™, two-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Todd LeDuc in Megalodon® and GUINNESS WORLD RECORD™ title holder Bryce Kenny in Great Clips Mohawk Warrior®  will also look to lock in the championship.     Fans are encouraged to get to their seats early to experience Monster Jam Trackside approximately one hour before the event start time.  Featured festivities include competition previews, driver interviews, opening ceremonies and power rush truck introductions.   Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles-per-hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motorsports action seen around the world.  Monster Jam. As Big As It Gets!™   WHEN:  Saturday, May 6 at 7 PM | Pit Party 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM   WHERE: Gillette Stadium | One Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035   TRUCK LINEUP:  Grave Digger® driven by Adam Anderson; Max-D™ driven by Tom Meents; Soldier Fortune™ driven by Kayla Blood; Bakugan Dragonoid™ driven by Camden Murphy; Vendetta driven by Mike Christensen; Velociraptor driven by Travis Mowery; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; Megalodon® driven by Todd LeDuc; Great Clips Mohawk Warrior® driven by Bryce Kenny; El Toro Loco® driven by Jamey Garner; Black Pearl driven by Cole Venard  **Truck and driver line-up subject to change   TICKETS:  Tickets will be available for purchase online at <a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/monster-jam-tickets/artist/1542376?venueId=8759&amp;brand=monsterjam">www.ticketmaster.com</a>.  Visit MonsterJam.com for more detailed information on the event and wellness policies.   For more info about a Monster Jam event near you, follow Monster Jam on our social media channels: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MonsterJam">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/MonsterJam">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/monsterjam">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@monsterjam">TikTok</a>.  Subscribe to the Monster Jam YouTube Channel at <a href="http://www.youtube.com/MonsterJam">http://www.youtube.com/MonsterJam</a>   ### About Monster Jam Unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable, Monster Jam® features world-class athletes competing for championships on perfectly engineered dirt tracks that push these ever-evolving, state-of-the-art trucks to the limit. Beyond the 350 global live events each year, the Monster Jam brand extends off the track into the home through products, content and merchandise that keeps the fun alive year-round.  For more information, visit <a href="http://monsterjam.com/">MonsterJam.com</a>. About Feld Motor Sports: Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting specialized arena and stadium-based motorsports entertainment. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a subsidiary of Feld Entertainment, Inc. Visit <a href="http://www.monsterjam.com/">monsterjam.com</a>, <a href="http://www.supercrosslive.com/">SupercrossLIVE.com</a>, and <a href="http://www.feldentertainment.com/">feldentertainment.com</a> for more information. About Gillette Stadium Gillette Stadium, located in Foxborough, Mass., is New England’s premier sports and entertainment venue. The 65,878-seat stadium is the full-time home of the NFL’s six-time Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots. Gillette Stadium is also the home field of the New England Revolution of Major League Soccer and one of the world’s top grossing concert venues, according to Billboard and Pollstar. Other notable sporting events held at Gillette Stadium include the 2016 NHL Winter Classic, international soccer matches, NCAA athletics, professional lacrosse, motor sports and the Massachusetts high school football state championships. Gillette Stadium also served as the northeast’s first large-scale COVID-19 vaccination site. The site, operated by CIC Health, administered more than 610,000 vaccinations over 148 days of operation in early 2021. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.GilletteStadium.com">www.GilletteStadium.com</a> or follow @GilletteStadium on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Gillette Stadium | One Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035   

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

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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

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

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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

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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

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.