ClimaTech 2026

ClimaTech&nbsp;2026 is a two-day climate technology event in Boston bringing together leaders across business, innovation, and policy to focus on real, actionable solutions to climate change. As a part of Boston Climate Week, the event features a mix of panels, keynote conversations, startup&nbsp;showcases, and an interactive expo highlighting the latest in sustainability and clean technology.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;designed to spark meaningful connections and conversations among founders, investors, and industry leaders driving progress in&nbsp;the climate&nbsp;space.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Registration is open to the public, and members of the media can request press passes.&nbsp; &nbsp; Website Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://climatech.live/">https://climatech.live/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Ticket/Registration Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://climatech.live/registration-and-pricing/">https://climatech.live/registration-and-pricing/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Ticket Price:&nbsp;$115-$450&nbsp; &nbsp; Contact:&nbsp; Allison Markowski&nbsp; <a href="mailto:allison.markowski@climatech.live">allison.markowski@climatech.live</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Boston Center for the Arts Campus

IINE Golden Door Award Gala

In celebration of its longstanding commitment to welcoming and supporting immigrant communities across New England, the International Institute of New England (IINE) proudly presents the 44th Golden Door Award Gala, an annual event recognizing the profound contributions immigrants make to American society and&nbsp;highlighting&nbsp;our region’s shared commitment to belonging and opportunity.&nbsp; For more than 50 years, IINE has presented the Golden Door Award to an individual born outside of the United States who has made outstanding contributions to American society. This year’s gala will bring together community leaders, supporters, and past honorees to celebrate the achievements of immigrant leaders across sectors and highlight the essential role immigrant communities&nbsp;play in strengthening Boston and the nation.&nbsp; Highlights of the evening will include:&nbsp; <ul><li>Remarks from IINE leadership on the impact of immigrant contributions throughout New England&nbsp;</li><li>A musical performance by the Back Bay Chorale’s ESOL Chorus&nbsp;</li><li>A Suitcase Stories® performance by an IINE client&nbsp;</li><li>The Centennial Walk, an art exhibition chronicling IINE’s 100‑year history in Boston and the city’s immigrant roots&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities for media to capture B‑roll and interview IINE leadership and featured speakers&nbsp;</li></ul>Proceeds from the Golden Door Award Gala will directly support IINE’s programs, ensuring that immigrants and refugees across our region have access to the resettlement, education, employment, and citizenship services needed to rebuild their lives and thrive&nbsp; More information can be found at:&nbsp;<a href="https://iine.org/get-involved/join-our-community/events/golden-door-award-2026/">https://iine.org/get-involved/join-our-community/events/golden-door-award-2026/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Website Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://iine.org/get-involved/join-our-community/events/golden-door-award-2026/">https://iine.org/get-involved/join-our-community/events/golden-door-award-2026/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Ticket/Registration Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://give.iine.org/event/2026-golden-door-award/e701216">https://give.iine.org/event/2026-golden-door-award/e701216</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Ticket Price:&nbsp;$250.00&nbsp; Contact:&nbsp;&nbsp; Connor Burke&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:cburke@thecastlegrp.com">cburke@thecastlegrp.com</a>&nbsp; 315-427-4079&nbsp;

Omni Seaport Hotel Boston

IINE The Ride for Refugees and Immigrants

The Ride was created in 2019 by then IINE Board Member Will Krause and a small group of friends, who wanted to have some fun while raising money for the thousands of refugees and immigrants the International Institute of New England supports every year. &nbsp; The Ride begins and ends in Arlington, MA, and riders select from two routes.&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>50 Mile Rider -- Start route at 7 a.m. from The Kickstand Cafe in Arlington, MA, and finish at the Kickstand Cafe.&nbsp;</li><li>12 Mile Rider -- Start route at Depot Park in Bedford, MA, at roughly 11:30 a.m. and finish at the Kickstand Cafe in Arlington, MA.&nbsp;</li></ul>This annual event brings together IINE staff, volunteers, and community members, who hop on their bikes in support of our refugee and immigrant neighbors!&nbsp; Register here: <a href="https://give.iine.org/event/riders-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e702421/register/new/select-tickets">https://give.iine.org/event/riders-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e702421/register/new/select-tickets</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Not ready to ride but interested in supporting?&nbsp; Sponsor the ride here: <a href="https://give.iine.org/event/sponsors-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e598251">https://give.iine.org/event/sponsors-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e598251</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Donate to individual riders here: <a href="https://give.iine.org/campaign/2025-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/c598621">https://give.iine.org/campaign/2025-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/c598621</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Website Link: <a href="https://give.iine.org/event/riders-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e702421">https://give.iine.org/event/riders-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e702421</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Ticket/Registration Link: <a href="https://give.iine.org/event/riders-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e702421/register/new/select-tickets">https://give.iine.org/event/riders-the-ride-for-refugees-and-immigrants/e702421/register/new/select-tickets</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kickstand Cafe

Plaza Betances | Salsa al Atardecer

Join Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA Boston) at Plaza Betances on Thursday, September 11 at 5:30 PM for a vibrant, open-air celebration marking the end of summer and the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with the irresistible rhythms of Javier Timbal Y Su Combo.  This free community event invites neighbors, friends, and visitors to come together for an evening of music, dance, and cultural pride. Led by acclaimed percussionist Javier Franjul—whose career includes performances with Tony Vega, Los Adolescent’s, Chiquito Team Band, and more—Javier Timbal Y Su Combo will bring the heat with high-energy salsa guaranteed to get you moving.  Come celebrate community, inclusivity, and the joy of Latin music under the setting sun.  Register here: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-at-sunset-salsa-al-atardecer-tickets-1571112532879?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-at-sunset-salsa-al-atardecer-tickets-1571112532879?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>   Acompáñanos en la Plaza Betances el jueves 11 de septiembre a las 5:30 PM para una vibrante celebración al aire libre que marca el final del verano y el inicio del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, con los irresistibles ritmos de Javier Timbal Y Su Combo.  Este evento comunitario gratuito invita a vecinos, amigos y visitantes a reunirse para disfrutar de una tarde de música, baile y orgullo cultural. Dirigida por el reconocido percusionista Javier Franjul—quien ha compartido escenario con Tony Vega, Los Adolescent’s, Chiquito Team Band y muchos más—Javier Timbal Y Su Combo encenderá la pista con una salsa llena de energía que te pondrá a bailar.  Ven a celebrar la comunidad, la inclusión y la alegría de la música latina bajo el atardecer.    Regístrate aquí: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-at-sunset-salsa-al-atardecer-tickets-1571112532879?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-at-sunset-salsa-al-atardecer-tickets-1571112532879?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>  Website Link: <a href="https://ibaboston.org/">https://ibaboston.org/</a>   Ticket Link: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-at-sunset-salsa-al-atardecer-tickets-1571112532879?aff=oddtdtcreator">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salsa-at-sunset-salsa-al-atardecer-tickets-1571112532879?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>  Price: Free

Plaza Betances

Embrace Ideas Festival

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Embrace Ideas Festival, taking place June 18–20, 2025. This year’s theme — Joy, Power and Prosperity — centers Black innovation, artistic expression, and legacy-building.   The Embrace Ideas Festival is a yearly celebration of ideas grounded in arts, culture and public scholarship. This multi-day gathering brings together local, state and national leaders to amplify anti-racism and a vision for a transformed Boston by 2030.   Rooted in racial equity, healing, well-being, and joy, our annual Fest is intentionally wrapped around Juneteenth. Juneteenth is an essential holiday that we uplift for those who have long celebrated it and invite those who may not have had the opportunity yet to help us build a new tradition for how we celebrate Black liberation together.  Visit <a href="https://www.embraceboston.org/embrace-ideas-festival">https://www.embraceboston.org/embrace-ideas-festival</a> for more information on this year’s Embrace Honors Juneteenth celebration and our 4th annual Embrace Ideas Festival Conference Day  Website Link: <a href="https://www.embraceboston.org/embrace-ideas-festival">https://www.embraceboston.org/embrace-ideas-festival</a>  Ticket/Registration Link: <a href="https://www.classy.org/event/embrace-boston-signature-series-2024-25-activations/e592338/register/new/select-tickets">https://www.classy.org/event/embrace-boston-signature-series-2024-25-activations/e592338/register/new/select-tickets</a>  Ticket Price: $30.00 – $300.00  Contact:   Connor Burke   <a href="mailto:cburke@thecastlegrp.com">cburke@thecastlegrp.com</a>  315-427-4079

Massachusetts College Of Art & Design

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

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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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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.

Boston Bars and Restaurants: Events and Openings

Food & drink experiences in Boston

Food & drink experiences 

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ClimaTech 2026

IINE Golden Door Award Gala

IINE The Ride for Refugees and Immigrants

Plaza Betances | Salsa al Atardecer

Embrace Ideas Festival