August 20, 2018 - August 26, 2018

Tuesday, August 21st

Join us for Hella Black Trivia Night every third Tuesday at Dudley Cafe in Roxbury.

Every Tuesday at Slade’s Bar & Grill stop by for the Vocal Jazz Cafe. Hosted by Kaicee King, sign up for the open mic and have the opportunity to sing with the band. No dress code and free cover.

Zumba On the Esplanade | Esplanade | Free

All summer long we are hosting FREE fitness events – for members and non-members – throughout the Boston community. Our Summer Series is all about having fun, getting your sweat on, and sharing a love of fitness! All events are co-ed. Zumba is a total body workout based on Latin and International dance movements and rhythms.

Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City | Financial District | Free

Boston Harbor Hotel's Summer in The City Series is back with live music, cold beer and beautiful sunsets! Enjoy sips from Stella Artois, Blue Point Brewery, and SpikedSeltzer while listening to live music on the water every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday all summer long! Grab your friends and get down there! Fun starts at 6pm.

She Geeks Out Panel | Financial District | Free

Meet three Democratic female candidates who are all challenging male incumbents in Massachusetts races. We'll get to hear directly from the candidates - what their experiences have been running for office so far, what it's like being an outsider within a party, running for office, and much more. The panel will be moderated by Diane Hessan, who will deftly blend a meaningful conversation of politics, business, tech, and gender. We'll also provide you with the opportunity to register to vote and share how you can set up your own voter registration drive!

Wednesday, August 22nd

Milli Fit | Cambridge | Free

Join The Milli Blog for a quick 30 minute workout. All shapes, sizes and levels of fitness are welcome. Learn new exercise routines, receive workout tips while making new friends while getting a sweat on. Please bring water, a yoga mat and a positive attitude. We are in the courtyard of the Middlesex Probate and Family Court.

Summer Sip & Chill | South End | Free-$$

Come join members, corporate partners, and friends to unwind, socialize and network on a summer evening in August. This is an opportunity to engage with the leadership teams of NBMBAA Boston and ALPFA Boston and learn more about all the great work each organization is accomplishing in our communities. Complimentary wine tasting experience and appetizers will be provided.

The Black Comedy Explosion | Roxbury | $$

Join Boston’s bad boy of comedy, Jonathan Gates as he hosts the Black Comedy Explosion every Wednesday. Featuring some of the best comedians seen on shows such as BET’s ComicView, Def Comedy Jam and Comedy Central. Doors open at 7PM and show starts at 9PM.

ReRoot w/ Ujima Arts & Culture Network | Roxbury | Free

Do you believe in the power of art and culture to create new economic possibilities for all people? Are you an artist or maker curious about how to create and benefit from a strong local economy? Are you tired of your cultural being underrepresented in the city of Boston? Join us Wednesday August 22, where we will be having an open dialogue about SPACE. Where is it? Who has it? How is it being used? How is it being held? The meeting is open to all Boston Ujima members and anyone interested in learning more about the intersection of art, culture-making and solidarity economies in the city of Boston (and beyond!).

The City Talks: Status | Fenway | Free with museum entrance

Join Boston-area thinkers, institutions, entrepreneurs, activists, city officials, and artists for a discussion inspired by themes found in “Casanova’s Europe.”

Roxbury Parade and Funeral March | Roxbury | Free

We at ACE would like to invite you to join us for a procession of mourning and celebration as we explore the political battlegrounds of Roxbury. We will tour some of the contested sites and speak to the historical contexts, the current city sponsored gentrification initiatives and the resistance to the erosion of the neighborhood. We welcome all to come and share in our stories and to contribute your own as well. This is a public education initiative designed by ACE to engage Roxbury residents and allies to mobilize against predatory city administration development as well as envision sustainable alternatives together. Food is provided, and childcare is provided by request!

Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City | Waterfront | Free

Thursday, August 23rd

BostonFest | South Boston | $$

Do you have pride for your city? As one of the best cities to work and play in, Boston plays host to dozens of restaurants, venues, bars, and rich historical landmarks, making it one of the most desirable spots in the nation. Come celebrate all that is thriving in Beantown with this city-centric festival of local music, food and thriving companies that love Boston as much as you do. A perfect summer soiree, The Lawn on D will be vibing with food trucks, live music, lawn games and cool cocktails. As home to plenty of startups and innovators, BostonFest will also honor The Coolest Companies Competition. You don't want to miss out on this hub of 2,000 young professionals who have made this city their own.

BCYF Neighborhood Block Party | Roslindale | Free

Food, activities, great information, and give-a-ways — all for free! Have you ever visited a BCYF community center, pool, or program? The Neighborhood Block Parties will have lots of information about what we offer, as well as what many other City departments do. There will be a cookout, swimming, and activities too — all for free. Come to one, or come to them all!

Fin & Tonic | Waterfront | $$

Join us for a special 21-plus summer evening with friends on Boston’s waterfront. Explore the Aquarium and enjoy a cool beverage from our cash bar (wine, Harpoon beer, soft drinks, and, of course, our signature Fin & Tonic cocktail) and a light bite from our seasonal hors d’oeuvres stations, including a sundae bar in our Harborview Terrace Tent. Aquarium educators and staff will be stationed around the Aquarium with hands-on activities, marine mammal training sessions, and information on volunteer opportunities. Harpoon Brewery will be the official tasting sponsor of this year’s event.

Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City | Waterfront | Free

One Drop: A Bob Marley Tribute | Seaport | Free

Join the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) and Berklee for the tenth year of HarborWalk Sounds on ICA Free Thursday Nights at 6:00 p.m. Located in a breathtaking waterfront building, the ICA is one of Boston’s most popular summertime destinations for visual art and performance. Experience the museum’s dynamic exhibitions, then head to the ICA’s outdoor grandstand to enjoy standout talent from Berklee.

Monologue Writing Workshop w/ Paloma Valenzuela | Roxbury | Free

Join writer and director Paloma Valenzuela and Egleston Square Main Street for a screening of the Jamaica Plain-based web series "The Pineapple Diaries" and an interactive Monologue Writing Workshop!

Hoodie Weather | Jamaica Plain | Free

Dylan & Kyle of Hoodie Weather are back at Le Bateau for JP's one & only hip-hop night. As usual, the lads will be spinning their exclusive blend of favorites from hip-hop's Golden Age, along with other assorted East Coast boom bap classics, hidden gems from the underground, art rap oddities & more.

Friday, August 24th

Malia's Catering Pop Up Shop: Taste Around the World | Brockton | $$$

We’re back and we hear the third time's the charm! So, let’s have some fun. This time around, we have a bigger place, bigger menu and bigger drink options. Join us for a night filled with love, laughter and of course food. Come indulge in this unique dining experience, with flavors from around the world, where all your senses will simultaneously come alive from a few cultures. Explore the different vendor tables from local businesses, listen to the best hits played by DJ Bruce Brown, taste the seductive creations of Chef Malcolm Green himself and just enjoy the cool vibes all around you! Come with an empty stomach and leave full with laughter, new friends and great food.

The Fenway Fridays | Fenway | Free

The Fenway Fridays are a weekly block party, and everyone's invited. Restaurants, shops and businesses across the neighborhood are ditching happy hour and doing promotions all day long. Every Friday, July 20-August 31

UFI Farm Stand | Mattapan | Free

Come buy fresh produce grown in Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan. Friday's 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM from June 28 through October 19. Visit the Farm and meet the farmers!

Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out Live | West End | $$$

See Nick Cannon and the whole Wild ‘N Out crew live.

BlancoMaj Pop Up | South End | $$$

Come join us for a summer night of art and fashion! We’ve been working on our new collection all winter, spring and summer and we finally get to host an event showcasing the next fashion craze. Turn up, mingle and network with other creatives, art and fashion enthusiasts. Lots of surprises and giveaways have been planned. This is something you won’t want to miss.

Saturday, August 25th

Jouvert & Boston Caribbean Carnival Parade | Roxbury & Dorchester | Free

Boston’s Trinidad Style carnival is celebrated in August, the weekend before Labor Day, and starts on Martin Luther King Boulevard in Roxbury, MA and travels about 1.2 miles to Franklin Park in Dorchester, MA. Judging of the bands typically takes place in front of the Franklin Park Zoo; and the Village market place is located directly in front of the Zoo.

Altarations: A Selection of Shrines | Dorchester | Free

A shrine is a sacred place or object. It can be religious, cultural, personal, political, public or private, dedicated to one deity or concept or person or event, or exist with a multitude of meanings and devotions. It can be deliberately created as a sacred place or object, or the object can evolve to be designated as sacred. It can be dedicated to the memory of the past, or represent a hope for the present or future.The show will function as a collective shrine, made up of our individual definitions and expressions of this vast topic. What do we find holy? As a society we are lacking a common mythology to give our lives spiritual meaning. We all find different ways to fill this void, often coming from our family traditions but filtered through time and place. It is our intent to celebrate the myriad fashions of shrining by showing them together in one space.

5th Annual Boston Young Black Professionals Beach Day | Hull | Free

Join us for our 5th Annual Beach Day, in celebration of Boston's Young Black Professional's 6th birthday. We will have a table set up for food and drinks so please bring games, food, and drinks to share. Look for us under the big, white canopy!

Boston Jazz Fest | Seaport | Free

We welcome you to the 8th year of this free groundbreaking festival featuring the most musically diverse array of jazz artists performing at Boston’s Waterfront. Jazz is a true American art form, traditionally associated with several cities of the United States. Each summer the Boston Jazz Fest pays homage to the genre’s African American roots and also draws together many of the most innovative and exciting contemporary jazz artists from around the globe in a day of musical brotherhood. Take a stroll and enjoy great music, great food and visit the vendors.

Magic 106.7 Family Film Festival | Copley | Free

It's showtime! The MAGIC 106.7 Family Film Festival is back with fun, family-friendly movies on Prudential Center's South Garden. Entertainment, children's activities and giveaways start at 6:00pm. All movies are free and take place on Saturdays* at sundown.

Come early and grab dinner or snacks to enjoy during the movie! Picnic blankets and beach chairs are welcomed. Spend just $10 and receive discounted parking in the Prudential Center Garage (restrictions apply).

I AM BÈL Workshop IX | Secret Location | $$$

Black women are rarely given clear solutions on how to overcome obstacles and begin the healing process of being the best versions of ourselves. Learn how to remove limiting layers + give birth to the queen you were born to be. Get ready to dance, cry and laugh it out - it's time to release the old you and discover who you really are.

OvaEZ Day Party - 26th Serving | Free-$$

OvaEZ presents…the 26th serving day party on Saturday August 25, 2018. Doors Open at 4pm and the party is free until 5:00 PM. Tickets only available at the door, complimentary Chicken & Waffles and extended food menu for sale. Music by Papadon & special guest DJ Slick Vick.

Jam4Justice | Dorchester | $

Help raise funds to reunite a family! Join the Justice 4 Siham Coalition for a night of poetry, art, and music to raise funds to reunite a family torn apart by ICE! Open mic and featured performers TBA! Alcoholic beverages will be available to those who are 21+, #Justice4Siham merchandise and raffles from local vendors. Tickets are $10 at the door and all proceeds benefit Siham Byah. Come out and support the reunification of a mother and her son!

Movies at The Lawn: The Sandlot | South Boston | Free

Come see a free screening of everyone's favorite childhood classic, The Sandlot! Anyone attending the movie will receive a raffle ticket to win Red Sox tickets (drawing at the end of the movie). Plus, Truly will be onsite with some really neat swag beginning at 6:30 PM.

The Grown Folks KickBack 70s, 80s & 90s Virgo Party | West Roxbury | $$

Dana Anthony Dodson and Rhythm nights Production presents 4th annual “The Grown Folks 70’s 80’s 90’s Virgo’s Kick Back Party Saturday, August 25, 2018, 8 PM - 1 AM, at the Irish Social Club, 119 Park St., West Roxbury MA. Dance your night away to the prolific skills and musical selections of Boston’s own DJ Chief Rocker Moe Dee as he pounds you with old school hit after hit after hit from the 70’s 80’s and 90’s. There will also be a light buffet (Included in the ticket price) provided by Kurt’s Catering.

Kadokele Pop Up Shop | South End | Free

You‘re invited to Kadokele Pop-up Shop! We’re looking forward to seeing you all for a good time. Shop our Botanik summer collection and handcrafted jewelry. Light refreshments will be served!

Mattapan Square Farmers Market | Mattapan | Free

Sunday, August 26TH

I AM BÈL Editorial Party IX | Secret Location | $$$

Guests get exclusive behind the scenes access to a live photoshoot event, as the next models to grace the cover of our digital magazine strut and slay on set! Be ready to vibe out over carefully curated tunes, great food, and tasty cocktails, and experiences that encourage you to embrace your beauty. Our Editorial parties aim to give each and every attendee an upscale, quality experience; walk into this black carpet social ready for press & paparazzi and a true celebration of black women.

Negative Space: Altarations Closing Show & Open Mic | Dorchester | Free

Negative Space! To close out this group show experience we are presenting a performative shrine to opposing forces. We are coming together to celebrate the opposition that exists inside and outside of us at all times. We have chosen this theme to celebrate the end of Altarations, because it makes us wonder in what capacity this closing is also a beginning! We want our closing to be an opening. There will be performances and we will let you perform. It is a day of rest but we will also be dancing. Join us for an early evening of genre smashing celebration.

Boston's Women's Market | Jamaica Plain | Free
Boston Women's Market is returning to the beautiful Loring-Greenough House in Jamaica Plain! Join us and 60+ New England Women markets and artists in the Loring-Greenough Gardens on August 26 from 10 AM - 3 PM. Shop womxn makers and artists for jewelry, body care, candles, artworks, ceramics, vintage clothing, home and garden and more!

It’s a Vibe “The 100% Day Party" | Downtown Boston | $$

Doors open at 3pm at Kingston Grille and Bar. From 3 to 5 enjoy $5 dollar mimosas, while food specials are available all day. Music by Young Ives, DJ patchy, Rosco the DJ and special guest from Miami, BoWeezy305 “the Crowd Pleaser".

Latino Summer Bash at Fenway Park | Fenway | $$-$$$

Presenting the Latino Summer Bash at Fenway Park! Boston's best Latino end of summer party and the official after party to the El Mundo Boston Latino Festival. Join us for drinks, dancing and more from the luxurious State Street Pavilion overlooking the field at Fenway Park. Latin music provided by one of Boston’s leading Latino DJs, guest appearance by a Red Sox Legend, photo opportunities with the Red Sox World Series Trophy, ticket giveaways to a future Red Sox Game with a behind the scenes tour of Fenway Park with El Mundo CEO Alberto Vasallo and Red Sox merchandise giveaways.

Central Flea | Cambridge | Free

The Central Flea is open every Sunday, May through October! Vintage and antique dealers, artists, designers, specialty food vendors, food trucks, Lamplighter Brewing Co. Beer Garden and much more! All at our new bigger location - University Park!

8th Annual African Festival | Downtown Boston | Free

The Annual Boston African Festival is consider the Multi-cultural Celebration of the year and the largest gather of Africans in Boston featuring best of African arts, fashion, vendors, foods, amazing lineup of musicians and talents promoting diversity/inclusion and community building through the arts.

Called 2B Bold Fashion Show 2018 | Randolph | $-$$$

Saint John 316 Apparel Co. presents the 2018 Called 2B Bold Fashion Show. The event for the Summer. This year we will be featuring as guest host, the renown award winning gospel artist, JJ Hairston! Come out on Sunday, August 26, 2018 for another production of excellence as we release new items for the upcoming season, giveaways and raffles, and as as always great Gospel entertainment!

St. Anthony’s Feast | North End | Free

Each year the people of the North End invite you to celebrate with them as they honor their patrons Saint Anthony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, religious services, strolling singers, live entertainment and of course an abundance of great Italian and American food. Begun in 1919, by Italian immigrants from the small town of Montefalcione in Avellino, Saint Anthony’s Feast has become the largest Italian Religious Festival in New England. Named the “Feast of all Feasts” by National Geographic Magazine, this authentic Italian street festival has it all for people of every age: parades, strolling singers, live entertainment, contests and religious services are held daily.

Fields Corner Community Block Party | Dorchester | Free

Community celebration by and for the community! While this event is youth-centered, we would like to invite the community to share their experiences in Dorchester through stories, music and food! The event is free!

Union Sq. Somerville Mural Artist Meet & Greet | Somerville | Free

The City of Somerville will be getting three new murals this month, thanks to a mini mural festival produced by the Somerville Arts Council. From August 21st through August 31st, three internationally-renowned artists will be painting murals in East Somerville and Union Square. On August 26th join the artists for a meet and greet and Q&A session from 4 PM to 5 PM at the Somerville Media Center in Union Square, followed directly by a reception with music and food from 5 PM to 6 PM in front of the mural. The Q&A will be moderated by local artist Dave Ortega, the Programming Coordinator & Production Assistant at Somerville Media Center. We will get a chance to hear from the artists about the inspiration for their work, their process, and their experience making work in Somerville. Following the Q&A enjoy a celebration outside the Union Square mural (2 Union Square) with music from the Tarciso Alves Forró band and Venezuelan Pabellón bowls from Las Carolinas - one of our Nibble Entrepreneurs. Come dance and mingle with the artists and community members!

Love Yours, A Special Day Party Experience | Cambridge | $$

Love Yours is about us — Boston’s culturally vibrant. Catch the vibe as we embrace the city’s educated, motivated & melanated one last time this Summer! From 2 PM - 5 PM, join us for late brunch and your favorite R&B sets curated by DJ Slick Vick.

SOWA Open Market | South End | Free

The SoWa Open Market is back for its 15th season. Celebrate local makers and experience the SoWa Beer Barn every Sunday, now - October. We’ll be featuring over 175 of the region’s best artisans, farmers, specialty food vendors, and food trucks. New this year, experience the SoWa Beer Barn - a beer hall and taproom housed in the iconic SoWa Power Station. Created in partnership with Craft Collective, the Barn will showcase a curated selection of local brews and ciders. Come for the beer, stay for the lawn games and live music. As always, the SoWa Open Market is family friendly, pet friendly, and free.

Cliff Notez, Brandie Blaze & Citrusphere Live | Allston | $ - $$

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