Boston abounds in culture and the arts. The City of Boston has a long history of sponsoring free events in the city's neighborhoods. Earlier programs date back to the 1970s and even further, when an event series was known as SummerThing.
The free concerts showcase Boston's diversity and deep appreciation for the arts. From patriotic music to disco or reggae, the concerts provide a variety of music for residents and tourists. Performing artists can vary from Shakespeare to opera or even pantomime.
Enjoy a free performance at City Hall Plaza or Christopher Columbus Park. Boston's historic waterfront is just a short walk away!
*** Dates or Times Subject to Change by the City without Notice ***
Saturday June 11, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
LGBT Pride Festival
Friday June 17, 6:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
Donna Summer Disco Party
Sunday July 10, Sunset (8:20 pm, Arrive Early)
Christopher Columbus Park
Free Movies In The Park Series
"My Big Fat Greek Wedding"
Wednesday July 13, 7:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
Dorothy Curran Concert Series
Beatlejuice: a Tribute to the Beatles
Sunday July 17, Sunset (8:18 pm, Arrive Early)
Christopher Columbus Park
Free Movies In The Park Series
"Monsters Inc."
Saturday July 23, 5:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
Caliente Latin Festival
Sunday July 24, Sunset (8:09 pm, Arrive Early)
Christopher Columbus Park
Free Movies In The Park Series
"Remember the Titans"
Sunday July 31, Sunset (8:01 pm, Arrive Early)
Christopher Columbus Park
Free Movies In The Park Series
"Tootsie"
Wednesday August 3, 7:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
Dorothy Curran Concert Series
Disco Party featuring Tavares
Thursday August 4, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Christopher Columbus Park
Dancin' in the Park Series
Music Mix featuring DJs Bob Remick & Gary Wilson
Sunday August 7, 5:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
GospelFest
Sunday August 7, Sunset (7:52 pm, Arrive Early)
Christopher Columbus Park
Free Movies In The Park Series
"Ghostbusters"
Wednesday August 10, 7:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
Dorothy Curran Concert Series
Disco Night featuring Stardust
Thursday August 11, 11:00 am
Christopher Columbus Park
ParkARTS Artists in Residence Program
Puppet Show
Sunday August 14, Sunset (7:43 pm, Arrive Early)
Christopher Columbus Park
Free Movies In The Park Series
"Raiders of the Lost Ark"
Wednesday August 24, 7:00 pm
City Hall Plaza
Dorothy Curran Concert Series
Harold Melvins' Blue Notes
Saturday September 10, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Christopher Columbus Park
The Boston Arts Festival
City Hall Concert Series
100 City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02109
cityofboston.gov/parks
617.635.3911 (Updates)
Waterfront Performing Arts Series
Christopher Columbus Park, 100 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA
cityofboston.gov/arts
617.635.3911 (Updates)