The Other Boston Events List: August 2026
Looking for things to do in Boston this August? Every month, The Other Boston curates the largest collection of Black events happening across Greater Boston. Whether you're looking for festivals, networking events, fitness classes, live music, family-friendly activities, cultural experiences, or nightlife, this guide makes it easy to discover what's happening throughout the month. Our monthly list highlights events from local organizations, businesses, artists, and community leaders to help you experience Black Boston all year long. This list is all about connection, culture, and good vibes. Tap in, show up, and support what’s ours. 🖤
***Featured Events***
Soca Bingo
Happening This Month
A New Era (through August 8th)
Bon Dimanche Festival Weekend 2026 (Aug 28-30, 2026)
Uptown After Dark (Every Friday & Saturday)
Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series (All Month Long)
Saturday, August 1st
10 AM | Afrovending Expo 2026
10 AM | Once Upon a Time in Nubian Square Tour
12:30 PM | La Tragédie Haïtienne by Jackson Joseph Book Launch
4 PM | Blacker the Bury: Sewing Seeds Workshop
5 PM | Afropiano Presents Skyla Tylaa
8 PM | Fetty Wap: Nostalgia Tour
8 PM | Priv Saturdays
9 PM| Crush Party
9 PM | Global Entry
10 PM | Island Vibes Saturdays
10 PM | Supreme Island
10 PM | Rewind: 90's Vs 2000's
Sunday, August 2nd
1 PM | Sacred Space: Isaura's Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop Series
2 PM | Dr. Umar Live in Boston
2 PM | Which Island Does It Best Festival
3 PM | Adult Swim
4 PM | Blacker the Bury: Sewing Seeds Workshop
4 PM | UC x GFBT Style & Sustainability Showcase
10 PM | Konekte The Party: Season 3
Tuesday, August 4th
6:30 PM | Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series Family Zumba
7 PM | Soca Fusion's Community Dance Classes
10 PM | Mood: Caribbean Party Vibes
Wednesday, August 5th
5:30 PM | NSBE Boston x Medtronic: Networking & Career Exploration Night
Friday, August 7th
5:30 PM | First Fridays: White Hot Vol. 11
7:30 PM | The Net Set Society: Net Social Meet Up
10 PM | Friday Night Lights @ Fete
10 PM | Friday Night R&B Rooftop Party
10 PM | RNB House Party
10 PM | Soca Project
Saturday, August 8th
8 AM | Mattapan Unity 5K Fete
10 AM | Soca Fusion Fit Fete
10 AM & 1 PM | Happily Ever After in Nubian Square Walking Tour
11 AM | Summer S.O.L.: The Vision Board Experience 2026
12 PM | MFM Boston Cookout - Sports Jersey Carnival
2 PM | One Day Only Fest 2026
4 PM | Blacker the Bury: Sewing Seeds Workshop
4 PM | TOK Live Dancehall Concert & Day Party
5 PM | How Money Works Summit Boston
5:30 PM | Mind Lab Social: An Interactive Community Night
7 PM | Kweyol in the City
7:30 PM | Rum Punch & Lime Boatride
8 PM | Akeylah Simone...AS IS LIVE | Black First Tour
8 PM | Priv Saturdays
10 PM | Bashment
10 PM | Supreme Island
Sunday, August 9th
1 PM | Brunch Like a Bo$$: Dream Era Barbie Poolside Edition
1 PM | Sacred Space: Isaura's Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop Series
3 PM | Champion's Island
4 PM | Blacker the Bury: Sewing Seeds Workshop
5 PM | Black Men Monthly Support Space
5 PM | Jamaica Independence All White Boat Cruise
6 PM | Traveling Shoes: Boston Premiere
Tuesday, August 11th
5 PM | Seaport Sketch
6:30 PM | Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series Family Zumba
7 PM | Soca Fusion's Community Dance Classes
10 PM | Mood: Caribbean Party Vibes
Wednesday, August 12th
12 PM | Heatwave: Boston Summer Fest 2026
5:30 PM | BFAM Summer Social
7 PM | Gems & Jewels Open Mic
8 PM | Chris Brown vs Usher Experience
Thursday, August 13th
6 PM | NSBE Boston Presents: Happy Hour on the Harbor
7 PM | Temidayo Balogun + AKÉDE
Friday, August 14th
12 PM | Glambitious Brunch x Martha's Vineyard -African American Film Festival Week
6 PM | Dancehall Me Outside
8 PM | Soca Bingo
10 PM | Friday Night Lights @ Fete
10 PM | Friday Night R&B Rooftop Party
Saturday, August 15th
9 AM | 16th Annual African Festival of Boston
10 AM | Soca Fusion Fit Fete
12 PM | PinkNic: Out of Isolation into Joy
5 PM | RNB Me Outside
8 PM | Priv Saturdays
10 PM | Supreme Island
Sunday, August 16th
11 AM | Dominican Parade
12 PM | Hip Hop Pilates Pop Up
2 PM | Bent Brunch & Day Party
Tuesday, August 18th
6:30 PM | Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series Family Zumba
10 PM | Mood: Caribbean Party Vibes
Thursday, August 20th
7 PM | Jazz Night @ Long Live Roxbury
8 PM | Brunch @ Night
8 PM | Chance The Rapper Coloring Book 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Friday, August 21st
12 PM | Pocket Park Grand Opening
6 PM | UrbanSocial Presents: Urban Fête Tickets, Friday, August 21
9 PM | That’s My Jam Summer Fresh Sundress Block Party
10 PM | Fête Till Sunrise
10 PM | Friday Night Lights @ Fete
10 PM | Friday Night R&B Rooftop Party
Saturday, August 22nd
10 AM | Cape Cod Jerk Food & Fun Festival
10 AM | Soca Fusion Fit Fete
11 AM | Greenway Food Truck Festival
12 PM | Boston Kiddies Carnival and Parade
3 PM | Push De Spot 4th Annual Back 2 School Giveaway
4 PM | Tingo Boston: Melon
6 PM | DESEOS: Afro House Fashion Experience
7:30 PM | Phylicia Dshea Live in Boston
8 PM | Priv Saturdays
9 PM | Rep Your Flag
10 PM | Supreme Island
Sunday, August 23rd
12 PM | Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market
1 PM | R&B Pilates
4 PM | StreetLight Artist Showcase ~ The Royal Rising
Tuesday, August 25th
5 PM | Seaport Sketch
6:30 PM | Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series Family Zumba
10 PM | Mood: Caribbean Party Vibes
Wednesday, August 26th
6 PM | Rey Royale Live at the Golf Course
7 PM | Gems & Jewels Open Mic
Thursday, August 27th
5 PM | Riddim & Rum Featuring Machel Montano and Lady Lava
Friday, August 28th
10:30 AM | Strike
5:30 PM | Haitian Cooking Class with Chef Miche & Breez Gourmet
7 PM | The Comedy Corner
9 PM | MP3 - A Retro Konpa Experience
9 PM | Cozy Worldwide
9 PM | Ladies Love Soca
10 PM | Friday Night Lights @ Fete
10 PM | Friday Night R&B Rooftop Party
10 PM | Rajah Wild Live in Boston Carnival Weekend 2026
10 PM | Til Mawnin
Saturday, August 29th
1 PM | Boston Caribbean Carnival
5 PM | VIBES ON THE HARBOR 2 | Boston’s Blue & White Boat Party
8 PM | Priv Saturdays
10 PM | Supreme Island
Sunday, August 30th
12 PM | Pilates and Praise