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10th annual Free Fun Fridays

Ten Fridays, 10 venues, 100 things to do, and 100% free!

June 29, 2018
Event Date2018-06-29T10:00:00

The Highland Street Foundation's Free Fun Fridays program offers visitors no-cost admission to many of the most treasured cultural venues in Boston and across Massachusetts. The program was created to increase access and enrichment opportunities for children and families throughout Massachusetts during the summer months. Every Friday, from the end of June through the end of August, multiple sites are open for free.

This year, the Free Fun Fridays program boasts 24 venues in Boston:


Since 2009, Free Fun Fridays has drawn more than 900,000 visitors to venues throughout the Commonwealth. The program has grown to include participating venues in every corner of the state, helping them open their doors for free to the community.

The Highland Street Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs and concerns for children and families in Massachusetts and California. We provide access and opportunities in education, housing, mentorship, health care, environment, and the arts.

June 29, 2018
Event Date2018-06-29T10:00:00

Ball Up Boston!

Join us use for a youth and police community basketball tournament that includes raffles, food, and more.

May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • 1481 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF Youth Engagement and Employment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4202
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    Ball Up Boston Flier
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T14:00:00

The Public Health and Safety Committee for the Mayor's Youth Council invites high school youth to come by BCYF Tobin Community Center. Cheer on your classmates as they play friendly games of basketball against Boston Police officers from Dorchester, Mattapan, and Roxbury.

There will be food, raffle prizes, voting for Youth Lead the Change, and more. Support for the event is provided by Northeastern University and Youth In Crisis.

May 12, 2018
  • 11:00am - 2:00pm
  • 1481 Tremont Street
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    BCYF Youth Engagement and Employment
  • send an email
  • 617-635-4202
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
    Ball Up Boston Flier
Event Date2018-05-12T11:00:00 - 2018-05-12T14:00:00

36th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl

Indulge your sweet tooth while fighting cancer with the Jimmy Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

June 5, 2018
Event Date2018-06-05T12:00:00 - 2018-06-05T20:00:00

The 36th annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl, presented by Valvoline Instant Oil Change. is the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival. Whether you're a volunteer or professional ice cream eater, you play a huge part in our mission to conquer cancer.

Made possible by the generous contributions of the industry's largest ice cream companies, the Scooper Bowl has raised more than $6.3 million in the past 35 years for cancer research and patient care at the world-renowned Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. 

Grab your spoons and mark your calendars! Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl is proudly held on City Hall Plaza June 5, June 6, and June 7 from 12 - 8 p.m.

June 5, 2018
Event Date2018-06-05T12:00:00 - 2018-06-05T20:00:00

Girls Volleyball Clinics

Girls ages 11 - 16 are invited to sign for volleyball clinics ongoing through May 19. 

April 7, 2018
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from April 7, 2018, until May 19, 2018
  • 55 MALCOLM X BOULEVARD, BLDG 4
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Dionne Greenidge
  • send an email
  • 617-635-5206
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-07T13:00:00 - 2018-04-07T16:00:00

BCYF Madison Park Community Center invites girls ages 11-16 to sign up for volleyball clinics at the center on Saturdays, from April 7 through May 19. Ages 11 - 13 are from 1 - 2:30 p.m., and ages 14 - 16, are from 2:30 - 4 p.m.

BCYF membership form must be filled out. The clinics are limited to 60 people per session. Hitting, passing, and setting will be covered. For more information, contact BCYF Madison Park Athletic Director Ms. Dionne Greenidge, 617-635-5206 x 107, or Hardy Mondesir, 617-792-2482.

 

April 7, 2018
  • 1:00pm - 4:00pm
    Repeats weekly on Saturday, starting from April 7, 2018, until May 19, 2018
  • 55 MALCOLM X BOULEVARD, BLDG 4
    Boston, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Dionne Greenidge
  • send an email
  • 617-635-5206
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-07T13:00:00 - 2018-04-07T16:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Nazzaro

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 475 Commercial Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 475 Commercial Street
    Boston, MA 02113
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Paris Street

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 112 Paris Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 112 Paris Street
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Leahy-Holloran

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • Victory Road
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • Victory Road
    Boston, MA 02122
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

BCYF Fun Stops 2018 - Mildred Avenue

These free drop-in programs provide structured games, sport activities, and arts projects for up to 50 children per location.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 5 MILDRED AVENUE
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Fun Stops are an affordable, flexible option for parents who are looking for a summer activity for their child for a couple hours a day.

Dates: July 9 - August 17
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Ages: 8 - 14

Locations:

Some locations provide lunch. Other sites may require children to bring their own lunch. Please confirm with staff in advance.

July 9, 2018
  • 12:00pm - 5:00pm
    Repeats daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, starting from July 9, 2018, until August 17, 2018
  • 5 MILDRED AVENUE
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Joan Lanigan
  • send an email
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    Allston
    Back Bay
    Bay Village
    Beacon Hill
    Brighton
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    East Boston
    Fenway/Kenmore
    Hyde Park
    Jamaica Plain
    Mattapan
    Mission Hill
    North End
    Roslindale
    Roxbury
    South Boston
    South End
    West End
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
    Art
    Family friendly
    Other
    Outdoor
    Social good
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-07-09T12:00:00 - 2018-07-09T17:00:00

Franklin Park Kite and Bike Festival

Celebrating 50 years of wonder and play at Franklin Park!

May 18, 2019
Event Date2019-05-18T11:00:00 - 2019-05-18T16:00:00

Started in 1969, the Kite and Bike Festival is a Boston tradition that gathers more than 1,000 people at Franklin Park each May to enjoy picnicking, kite flying, bicycles, and music.

One resident describes the Kite and Bike Festival as, “My favorite day ever in the 20 years I’ve lived in Boston!” Picture endless blue skies dotted with colorful kites and children and families running and laughing across bright green fields. This event is not to be missed.

(Rain date: Sunday, May 19, from 1 - 5 p.m.)

May 18, 2019
Event Date2019-05-18T11:00:00 - 2019-05-18T16:00:00

Free Zumba class for seniors

Seniors, stay healthy and get active by joining us for Zumba!

April 10, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • 6 Cummins Highway
    Boston, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Ann Siegel
  • send an email
  • 617-635-5185
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-10T10:00:00 - 2018-04-10T11:00:00

Tufts Health Plan is sponsoring a free Zumba class for seniors on Tuesday, April 10, from 10 to 11 a.m. at BCYF Roslindale Community Center. We hope to offer additional classes, so come on out and show your support!

April 10, 2018
  • 10:00am - 11:00am
  • 6 Cummins Highway
    Boston, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Ann Siegel
  • send an email
  • 617-635-5185
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Roslindale
  • Event Type:
    Sports and health
  • Published Date
Event Date2018-04-10T10:00:00 - 2018-04-10T11:00:00
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