100 Things to Do in Boston for $10 or Less: February 2025
When:
Saturday, Feb 01, 2025 8:00a -
Friday, Feb 28, 2025 11:00p
Saturday, Feb 01, 2025 8:00a -
Friday, Feb 28, 2025 11:00p
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Boston
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Boston, MA
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Goodbye January and hello to a festive February ahead. This month is full of celebrations in honor of Black history, Lunar New Year, and love. Let’s lean on each other and strengthen our community. Enjoy this list of free and cheap events around the city that center creativity, culture, and joy!
by Yelena Nicolle Salvador
1) Lunar New Year Celebrations
When: Saturday 2/1
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the Cambridge Public Library to celebrate Lunar New Year. Enjoy live musical performances, calligraphy workshops, food, traditional crafts, and games with community members.
2) February 2025 Outspoken Saturdays
When: Saturday 2/1
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Feel inspired by creative peers from across Boston at this spoken word poetry event. You’ll get to listen to new work by emerging artists and celebrate the power of storytelling.
When: Saturday 2/1
Where: Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Short Path Distillery is hosting free tours on the first Saturday of each month. You’ll get to explore the brewhouse, barrelhouse, and stills while learning about the entire process of creating their alcoholic beverages. Enjoy a free tasting of three different spirit samples afterwards.
When: Saturday 2/1
Where: Malden
Cost: Free
Info: Say goodbye to Dry January at this New Year’s Eve-themed party at Idle Hands. From 11AM-11:59AM, you can enjoy mocktails and NA bevvies. Then, participate in the countdown to 12PM, watch a balloon and confetti drop, and cheers with some brews on tap.
When: Saturday 2/1 - Sunday 2/2
Where: Brighton
Cost: Free
Info: Get ready to shop small and local at the Brighton Bazaar’s How Bazaar: Dead of Winter market. You’ll get to enjoy the spooky theme at the Charles River Speedway where vendors will be featuring strange and magical items. Halloween won’t feel so far away at this fun event.
When: Saturdays, 2/1 & 2/15
Where: Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Porter Square Books in Seaport for a cozy meetup. Meet other crafters, work on your next project, listen to your favorite audiobook, and chat with some new friends at this low stress community event.
7) Free Live Music Matinee at Remnant Satellite
When: Saturdays, starting 2/1 until 2/22
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy the vibes of Remnant Satellite with a brew in hand and a snack to munch on. The perfect way to spend your weekend afternoon is listening to talented musicians at this live music series featuring local bands and singers.
When: Saturdays, starting 2/1 until 2/22
Where: South End
Cost: Free
Info: Whether you are a crafter who is just starting out or a seasoned fiber artist, bring your knit and crochet works in progress and meet new folks at the Boston Fiber Company. Chat with others, cheer each other on, and spend some time creating with your neighbors.
9) Company One Theatre: Haunted
When: Thursdays to Sundays, starting Saturday 2/1 until Saturday 2/15
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the Boston Public Library after hours and enjoy this free, pay-what-you-can theater production called ‘Haunted.’ This haunted house retelling centers the story of two Indigenous siblings on their journey to passing on into the afterlife. Learn about Indigenous history, enjoy 2000s hits throughout the performance, and get inspired to take action on the Land Back Movement.
10) Free Hot Cocoa at Short Path
When: Wednesdays to Sundays, starting Saturday 2/1 until Saturday 2/28
Where: Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Looking for a warm cup of cocoa? Short Path Distillery has you covered. Stop in for a free cup of their homemade hot cocoa with in-house chocolate syrup and water for a dairy and booze free treat this winter.
11) Harpoon Slopeslide: Snow Tubing in Seaport
When: Saturday 2/1 - Friday 2/28
Where: Seaport
Cost: $10
Info: It’s the final month to ride the hills at Harpoon’s Slopslide in Seaport. Grab a tube, bring your group of friends, and enjoy an hour of tubing without having to travel far for this winter getaway activity.
When: Saturday 2/1 - Friday 2/28
Where: The Wharf
Cost: Free
Info: February is the month of love. Head to the North End Trellis at night for a winter walk and you’ll be greeted by a beautifully illuminated blue tunnel with six 10-foot red hearts.
13) The 11 Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Boston
When: Saturday 2/1 - Friday 2/28
Where: Boston
Cost: $0+
Info: Embrace the winter season by ice skating at one of these rinks around the city. Glide around the ice, hang out with friends and family, and enjoy the outdoors.
When: Sunday 2/2
Where: Jamaica Plain
Cost: Free
Info: Watch the Grammy’s and cheer on your favorite musical artists at Sam Adams Brewery. Come dressed as your favorite musician or embody your favorite song and get ready to sip on a brew and celebrate some of the greatest hits of the year.
15) Sunday Scaries
When: Sundays, 2/2 until 2/23
Where: Jamaica Plain
Cost: Free
Info: Looking for a cozy Sunday evening pastime? Head to Sam Adams for their Sunday Scaries weekly event. Enjoy classics like ‘Groundhog Day’ and ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ with a yummy brew in hand.
16) Black History Month Flag Raising Celebration
When: Monday 2/3
Where: City Hall
Cost: Free
Info: To kick off Black History Month in Boston, join Mayor Wu for a flag raising celebration where you can enjoy a poetry reading, listen to speakers, and savor refreshments from local Black-owned food vendors.
17) Slam Adams: Boston Poetry Slam
When: Monday 2/3
Where: Downtown
Cost: $0-4
Info: Listen to local poets and writers perform their recent work on the Sam Adams stage in collaboration with Boston Poetry Slam. Sip on a pint and enjoy the energetic community of art sharing. Entry is free, but donations are encouraged.
18) The Bachelor Watch Party at Lamplighter Broadway
When: Mondays, starting 2/3 until 2/24
Where: Southie
Cost: Free
Info: Watch Grant hand out his roses every week at this screening event of ‘The Bachelor.’ Cheer on your favorite contestants, swoon over Grant, and enjoy this reality show with a beer in hand.
19) Silent Book Club & Write Night
When: Mondays, 2/3 & 2/17
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Looking for a cozy place to write, journal, or read? Enjoy this laid back community event at Trident where you can bring your current read, a writing project, or work and practice self care while meeting new friends.
20) Romantasy Book Fair with Trident
When: Wednesday 2/5
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Sam Adams’s Taproom in Downtown for a romantasy book fair with Trident Booksellers. Whether you are a romcom lover or a dragon enthusiast, this book fair will have the best of both worlds. And yes, ‘Onyx Storm’ will be up for grabs, so snag this book, grab a brew, and meet other Fourth Wing readers.
When: Wednesdays, starting 2/5 until 2/26
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Zone 3 in Allston for Wednesday nights filled with art, community, and fun. Munch on complimentary pizza, drink some bevs, and get creative with a ton of art supplies to unleash your imagination.
22) Free First Thursday at Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Grab your tickets to the Isabella Stewart Gardner’s free first Thursday museum event. This month, you can celebrate the Lunar New Year with the ISG’s cultural programming throughout the evening. Learn calligraphy, listen to live music, and enjoy gallery talks about the Asian art collections.
23) Sleepless at the Speedway: A Rom-Com Pajama Party + Romance Book Pop-Up
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: Brighton
Cost: $5
Info: Join the ultimate romance party on the Speedway in your PJs. Shop for your next romance read from the Read My Lips bookshop pop-up. Cozy up and watch ‘Sleepless in Seattle.’ Play games, craft, and enjoy food and beverages from the businesses in the courtyard.
24) African American Masters Artist Program Gallery Reception
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: City Hall Plaza
Cost: Free
Info: In honor of Black History Month, a new exhibit is opening in partnership with the African American Masters Artist Program called ‘No Going Back: Voices of the African Diaspora’ at the Mayor’s Office Gallery. Head to City Hall to meet the artists and celebrate community.
25) ArtsThursdays: Devon Gates & Friends
When: Thursday 2/6
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy an evening of live music with Devon Gates and her friends. You’ll love the soothing blends of sound featuring the percussion, piano, guitar, and woodwinds.
When: Friday 2/7
Where: South End
Cost: Free
Info: The perfect way to spend your Friday is back. Kick off your weekend at SoWa First Friday where you can explore art galleries, talk to artists, and learn about their creative processes. Meet other art enthusiasts and feel inspired.
27) Valentine’s Modern Romance Fair
When: Friday 2/7
Where: Brighton
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the Charles River Speedway for a Valentine’s Day party. At this free entry, pay as you go celebration, you can build your own flower bouquet, make your own candy box, take pics at a photo booth, and get a portrait of you and your pet. Come mingle and have fun.
28) Grrrl Talk: By the ladies for the ladies, friends, and lovers
When: Friday 2/7
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Ready for the perfect girls’ night event? Remnant Satellite is your spot. Dance to the tunes of DJs RaDJoy and Stealthmode, meet new friends, and sip on some great brews at this party made for ladies, friends, and lovers.
29) 20s & 30s Social at Howl at the Moon
When: Friday 2/7
Where: Financial District
Cost: Free
Info: Meet other 20-30 Boston somethings at this fun social. You’ll get to dance at Howl at the Moon with free entry and munch on complimentary appetizers. There will also be cheap drink specials as you party all night.
30) Black History Month Marketplace Pop-Up
When: Friday 2/7 - Saturday 2/8
Where: Harvard Square
Cost: Free
Info: Celebrate Black History Month at this pop-up market that highlights local Black-owned businesses. You can find the perfect Valentine’s Day present from soaps, jewelry, and clothing to food and vintage items.
31) Boston Public Market Valentine’s Gift Sip & Shop Market
When: Friday 2/7 - Sunday 2/9
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Shop for your next gift for yourself or a loved one at BPM’s themed pop-up market. You can sip on a cocktail or brew while finding your favorite item from local businesses.
32) Revere Beach Winter Wonderland
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Revere
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Revere this February for the 2nd annual Revere Beach Winter Wonderland. Come see sculptors carve out ice into beautiful pieces of art and vote for your favorite one. This is the perfect way to enjoy views of the beach and embrace the best of winter.
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Come watch a festive lion dance performance in front of Quincy Market to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The queer and women-led establishment, Wah Lum Kung Fu and Taichi Academy of Malden & Quincy, will be hosting this cultural event.
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Kendall Square
Cost: Free
Info: Welcome the Year of the Snake at MIT. Make some crafts, savor some traditional food, learn calligraphy, get your face painted, and watch some cultural performances to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
35) Tom Brady Look-Alike Contest
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Have you been told you look like the great Tom Brady? This event is for you. Come participate in Time Out Market’s Tom Brady Look-Alike Contest for a shot at a $200 cash prize for the winner and Time Out gift cards for the runner ups. Dance to the tunes of a DJ and enjoy drink specials to show some love for Tom Brady.
36) 15th Annual ‘Some Like it Hot’ Chili Cook Off
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Harvard Square
Cost: Free
Info: The ultimate food festival to warm the soul in the dead of winter is back. Head to this cook off to sample hearty chili and vote for your favorite one that is made by one of Harvard Square’s popular restaurants.
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Roslindale
Cost: Free
Info: Meet other booklovers in Roslindale and find your new favorite read. Sip on a hot beverage and pick a wrapped book based on the genre you like to enjoy the Blind Date with a Book experience. Bring a book too for the exchange!
38) Boston Winter Group Bike Ride
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Boston
Cost: Free
Info: Feel the winter breeze and enjoy Boston views with a beginner friendly bike ride. Bring your own bike or register for a free Bluebike, meet your neighbors, and enjoy some hot cocoa after the ride.
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Back Bay
Cost: $7
Info: Are you a Carrie, Miranda, Samantha, or Charlotte? Put your knowledge to the test on all things ‘Sex and the City’ at this themed trivia night. Bring your friends and enjoy the perfect girls’ night out activity.
40) Once Upon a Time in Nubian Square - Walking Tour & Redlining Workshop
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Learn about African American history in Roxbury in honor of Black History Month. You’ll take a guided walking tour of Nubian Square and enjoy a workshop afterwards to learn about the impacts of urban policies in the area.
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Park-9 is hosting the ultimate Super Bowl pre-party. Meet puppies that are up for adoption as they compete at the Puppy Bowl. Watch puppies jump and run while sipping on a bev and cheering on these furry friends who are looking for a new home.
42) BPM Seasonal Cookbook Recipe Demo & Tasting
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Learn how to cook heart beet pasta from a cookbook that features recipes that were created with the help of some of Boston’s finest chefs. Then, sample some of the food and connect with other foodies.
43) Valentine’s Gay Vendor Market
When: Saturday 2/8
Where: Dorchester
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy your weekend with a brew in hand while supporting local businesses. Shop from LGBTQIA+ vendors and find handmade goods, art, and more for you or your special someone at this V-Day market.
44) Chinese New Year Lion Dance Parade & Cultural Village
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Chinatown
Cost: Free
Info: Boston’s iconic Chinese New Year festivities in Chinatown are back. Come celebrate at the Cultural Village and Chinese New Year Lion Dance Parade where you can welcome the Year of the Snake. There will be a pop-up market to buy gifts, flowers, and decorations, as well as crafts, live music, and calligraphy.
45) Small Mart Valentine’s Day Market
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Shop small and shop local at Small Mart’s Valentine’s Day Market at the Crystal Ballroom. You’ll be able to find the perfect gift for a loved one or yourself with this curated selection of artists, makers, and vintage vendors.
46) Lunar New Year Celebration
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Chinatown
Cost: $0-10
Info: Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Pao Arts Center. Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, workshops, and live performances for everyone, no matter how old you are. Welcome the Year of the Snake at this community event.
47) Castle Island Valentine Shop & Sip Marketplace
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Southie
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Castle Island in Southie for a sip and shop event. Savor your favorite brews with friends while shopping for the perfect Valentine’s, Galentine’s, or Palentine’s present from local vendors.
48) Big Game Super Bowl Watch Party
When: Sunday 2/9
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Sam Adams will be playing the big game all night long at the Downtown Taproom. Show your pride for your favorite team or just support Taylor Swift as she cheers on her man. Whatever the reason is, there will be cold brews and hot dogs to enjoy. Plus, you’ll have a shot to win gift cards since there will be a raffle every quarter.
When: Monday 2/10
Where: Newton
Cost: Free
Info: Hummingbird Books is hosting a community writing event. Stop by this bookstore for a change of scenery and meet new writing and bookish friends while working on a personal project or practicing self care.
When: Tuesday 2/11
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Meet other writers and storytellers at Trident’s new writing group. Bring your work in progress, whether it’s a book, a script, or zine, and enjoy 15 minutes of quiet work time and 5 minute breaks to chat with new friends.
51) Greenway Valentine’s Pop Up Market
When: Tuesday 2/11 - Friday 2/14
Where: Greenway
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by the Greenway’s Valentine's Pop-Up Market in Dewey Square where you can support local artists. Find a gift for yourself or a loved one – there will be food, books, and jewelry vendors.
52) Pitch-A-Friend Dating Event
When: Wednesday 2/12
Where: Everett
Cost: $0-5
Info: Are you the ultimate matchmaker? Pitch your friend to the crowd at Park-9 for only $5. If you’re there to watch and enjoy the vibes, you can enter for free and have fun. Mix, mingle, and meet new friends (or lovers!).
53) GBH Jazz Night Featuring Jesse Taitt
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Kick off your weekend early with calming jazz music. Head to the GBH Studio at the Boston Public Library for an evening of live jazz by musicians from the Greater Boston area. This month will feature pianist and composer, Jesse Taitt.
54) Bury Your Feelings Emo Night
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Sam Adams Downtown Taproom will be hosting the ultimate anti-Valentine’s Day party. Dance to the tunes of your favorite emo classics with a DJ and then rock out to a live performance by the Trash Rabbit band. You can sip on a festive Black Cherry Stout and delight in a Black Forest Chocolate Cake cup too.
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: February is the month of romcoms. Watch the cult classic, ‘Clueless,’ at Trident Booksellers where you can swoon over Paul Rudd. Wear your favorite Cher outfit in honor of this fashion icon too.
56) Ngoc-Tran Vu: Journey of Light
When: Thursday 2/13 - Sunday 2/16
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Don’t miss your chance to see this temporary art installation that honors Boston’s Vietnamese-American community. This preview of a bigger exhibit that will open in Dorchester in April tells the story of the Vietnamese diaspora.
57) Rom Com Trivia
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Are you the master of romcom movies? Put your knowledge to the test with a group of friends for a chance to win $10, $20, and $30 gift cards to Short Path Distillery. You can sip on special Valentine’s-themed drinks and bring your own food for this festive game night.
58) Empowering the Next Generation of Ocean Leaders with Dr. Nevada Winrow
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Waterfront
Cost: Free
Info: Dr. Nevada Winrow is a pediatric neuropsychologist, educator, and certified master scuba diver. She co-founded the Black Girls Dive Foundation which helps educate and inspire the next generation of Black scientists, divers, and environmental advocates. Come learn about Dr. Winrow’s story at the New England Aquarium.
59) Judith Rosen with Alex Schaffner: Bookstore Romance
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Brookline
Cost: Free
Info: February is the month of love, so come to this author talk featuring Alex Schaffner. This journalist recently wrote a book about engagements and weddings that happened in independent bookstores! What better way to hear this talk than at that beloved Brookline Booksmith. Listen to stories of love at this book talk.
60) Galentine’s Comedy Night @ Satellite
When: Thursday 2/13
Where: Cambridge
Cost: $10
Info: Get ready to laugh at this event. Sip on a brew or a cocktail while munching on food by Remnant Satellite and watching stand-up by local femme and queer comedians.
61) Kissing Booth
When: Thursday 2/14
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a kiss or a hug at this quirky event. For one night only, head to Bow Market for a kiss on the cheek or a hug and spread some joy.
62) Valentine’s Day Fest Open Mic
When: Friday 2/14
Where: East Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Meet new people at this Valentine’s Day Fest: Amor a la Mexicana. Enjoy a danzón dance lesson, listen to an open mic full of poetry and music, munch on some Mexican food, sip on some fun bevs, and mingle with new friends.
63) Maine Squeeze: A Valentine’s Party
When: Friday 2/14
Where: Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Short Path Distillery is hosting a Valentine’s Day party. Sip on festive cocktails, make your own martini, try two new whiskeys, and munch on a lobster roll from a pop-up by Cousins Maine Lobster.
When: Friday 2/14
Where: Somerville
Cost: $5-10
Info: Looking for a way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your besties? Bring your gals, pals, and lovers to this country lovin’ party where you’ll line dance all night. Learn new partner dances and meet new friends.
65) 20s & 30s Dress to Impress: Valentine’s Day Edition
When: Friday 2/14
Where: Beacon Hill
Cost: Free
Info: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with new friends at this 20s and 30s social event. Dress your best at the Liberty Hotel and mingle with others as you grow your community in the city.
When: Friday 2/14
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Dance all night to your favorite tunes by female icons. From bops to heartbreak anthems by Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and more, you’ll get to have the ultimate girls’ night out at Ned Devine’s party.
67) Valentines Bingo - Two Ways to Play
When: Friday 2/14
Where: Somerville
Cost: $0-10
Info: Remnant is hosting not one but two parties for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a Solos and Socialites get together at Remnant Brewing with free entry. Bring your friends and mingle! Or you can head to Remnant Satellite’s Friends and Lovers dance party with a $10 cover for a different vibe. Both venues will be hosting Valentine's Day-themed bingo with big prizes.
68) Sip+Stitch
When: Fridays, 2/14 & 2/28
Where: South End
Cost: Free
Info: Get crafty at the Boston Fiber Company. Bring your knitting or crocheting project, bring your favorite bev and snacks, and get ready to mix and mingle with new friends in this cozy environment.
When: Fridays and Saturdays, starting 2/14 until 2/28
Where: Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the intimate Kestra lounge in the Seaport’s Omni Hotel where you can enjoy free performances of live jazz music. You’ll love the warm and sophisticated ambiance while sipping on cocktails if you wish.
70) Century Cinema Series: Free Movie Screening at the Wang Theatre
When: Friday 2/14 - Monday 2/17
Where: Theater District
Cost: Free
Info: It’s the Wang Theatre’s Centennial Anniversary. To celebrate its 100th birthday, there will be free movie screenings of beloved films that celebrate Boston like ‘Good Will Hunting’ and ‘Legally Blonde.’ Come enjoy a movie in this iconic building.
When: Saturday 2/15
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Support local LGBTQIA+ artists, entrepreneurs, and vendors at Time Out’s monthly Made with Pride market. You can grab some food or a drink while shopping for art, jewelry, clothing, and other handmade items.
72) FOUND 2 Year Anniversary Vintage Clothing Market
When: Saturday 2/15 - Sunday 2/16
Where: Southie
Cost: $5
Info: Your favorite vintage organizers are celebrating their two year anniversary! To honor this big achievement, FOUND is hosting their biggest marketplace yet – shop from over 80 vintage sellers and small businesses who will be replenishing inventory every two hours, so you’ll always be guaranteed to find something new no matter what time slot you choose.
73) Love is a Drag: Drag Brunch and Bingo
When: Saturday 2/15
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: It’s time for the ultimate Valentine’s Day festivity. Head to Time Out Market for fierce drag performances, special themed drinks, and some lively bingo hosted by local drag queens. You’ll have a shot at winning prizes at this fabulous event.
74) Book Club Café
When: Saturday 2/15
Where: Allston
Cost: Free
Info: Meet bookloving neighbors at the Honan-Allston Public Library. Get out of your reading rut, find your next bookish inspiration, discuss your favorite reads, and make new friends while enjoying coffee, tea, and snacks at this local book club.
75) Raise Up Our Voices in Joy and Resistance: a Free Singalong
When: Saturday 2/15
Where: Brookline
Cost: Free
Info: Feeling overwhelmed by the state of everything? Try to find some peace at this singing social. You’ll feel unified with the greater community with neighbors who are young and old as you sing, mingle, enjoy light snacks, and celebrate an evening of hope.
76) HERO Art2Heart and Silent Walk for Black History Month
When: Saturday 2/15
Where: Dorchester
Cost: Free
Info: In honor of Black History Month, participate in this silent walk at Mass Audubon’s Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary. You can also craft with neighbors, enjoy live refreshments, and listen to music while enjoying lunch with community members.
77) Vintage Valentines Clothing Market Pop-Up
When: Saturdays, 2/15 & 2/22
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Your favorite vintage curator, Select Thrift Markets, is hosting a two-day pop-up market at the Revere Hotel. Shop from 60+ local vintage sellers, get a tooth gem, and enjoy the festive atmosphere while looking for your next treasure.
When: Saturday 2/15 - Saturday 2/22
Where: East Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: The third annual Foundry Festival is back! Enjoy a weeklong festival of free programming that celebrates STEM and art. This year’s theme is resilience, so feel inspired and celebrate stories about survival, community care, and culture.
79) Time Out’s ‘Best Bloody Mary in Fenway’ Contest
When: Sunday 2/16
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Time Out Market is hosting a free tasting event where you can sip, savor, and vote on your favorite Bloody Mary from local establishments like Hunter’s, Union Oyster House, Loco, and more. Come crown the winner of the best alcoholic tomato bevvy!
80) Porter Square Books: Book Swap
When: Sunday 2/16
Where: Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Porter Square Books in Seaport to meet other booklovers. You can clear out your bookshelf and bring three books and leave with three new ones. Meet new friends, talk about your favorite books, and get reading.
When: Sunday 2/16
Where: Dorchester
Cost: Free
Info: Explore the outdoors at this fun and free snowshoeing event in Franklin Park. You’ll be guided through local wildlife and Plants around the Emerald Necklace. Depending on the weather, this event might be held as a walking tour.
82) Free ICA Admission on Presidents’ Day
When: Monday 2/17
Where: Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: Get lost in the contemporary art galleries of the ICA with beautiful waterfront views too. The ICA will be hosting free admission for all this Presidents’ Day, so you can celebrate the power of art. Make sure to grab a ticket the day before since reservations are required.
When: Tuesday 2/18
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Bring a book, take a book. Head to the Fenway Community Center for a day of bookish fun. Meet your neighbors, talk about books, and add to your TBR collection.
84) 2025 Children’s Winter Festival
When: Wednesday 2/19
Where: Boston Common
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy this family-friendly festival for all ages. There will be live music, dancing, rides, obstacle courses, giveaways, and so much more. Whether you want to bring your kiddos or you’re a kid at heart, stop by this community celebration that will fill you with joy.
85) GrandTen Line Dancin’ Lessons
When: Wednesday 2/19
Where: Southie
Cost: Free
Info: Put those cowboy boots on and get ready to shuffle on the dance floor. For three hours, you can learn how to line dance with complete breakdowns and walk throughs. Grab a drink and get dancin’ at Grand Ten Distilling.
86) Celebrate! With Okra Dance Company
When: Thursday 2/19
Where: Dorchester
Cost: Free
Info: Join this fun event in honor of Black History Month. You’ll learn about African dance, music, and rhythm at this workshop for all ages.
When: Friday 2/20
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Looking for a queer-friendly third space? Head to Trident for their Queer Board Game Night event where you can connect with the greater LGBTQIA+ community and allies in Boston while playing fun games.
88) Red Bull Heavy Metal - Snowboarding Competition
When: Saturday 2/22
Where: City Hall
Cost: Free
Info: For the first time ever, Boston is the second stop on the Red Bull Heavy Metal competition tour. Watch world class snowboarders show off their talents on makeshift courses across City Hall plaza.
When: Saturday 2/22
Where: Kendall Square
Cost: Free
Info: If you identify as neurodivergent, check out this community gathering where you can share your experiences, connect with others, and freely be yourself.
90) ‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days’ Screening
When: Saturday 2/22
Where: Kendall Square
Cost: Free
Info: The perfect place for a lowkey weekend is at Trident Booksellers. And you can watch a free screening of the feel-good romcom ‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.’ Stop by, get cozy while watching this classic movie in one of Boston’s most classic bookstores.
91) Cold Snap Presents: The Lodge
When: Saturday 2/22
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy an après ski-themed bar at Sam Adams. There will be two floors of dancing at this slopeslide party and you can sip on seasonal brews and participate in giveaways. Winter is more fun with a beer in hand at this event.
92) Sound Bar: A Curated Audio Experience
When: Sunday 2/23
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Looking for the perfect way to end the last weekend of the month? Enjoy vinyl hits at Remnant Satellite’s Sound Bar. Listen to your next favorite track while sipping on some brews and eating some good eats.
93) Bears, Brews & Boys: Bear My Valentine
When: Sunday 2/23
Where: Dorchester
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Dorchester Brewing Co. for a queer party that celebrates love. Sip on a drink from DBCo’s new cocktail menu, dance to the beats of DJ Brian Halligan, and get ready to flirt and party with new friends.
94) Cancel Violence: Artists Speak Projecting Peace
When: Sunday 2/23
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Make your way to the Museum of National Center of Afro-American Artists for an engaging screening, exhibit, performance, and discussion by visual and theater artists, as well as social advocates from around Boston. Feel inspired to take action, learn about Black history and local initiatives, and celebrate art.
When: Monday 2/24
Where: Back Bay
Cost: $5
Info: For my lovers of ‘Fourth Wing,’ the time we’ve all been waiting for is here. ‘Onyx Storm’ is out and now, you can meet other booklovers and discuss everything about this new installment of the series. Make sure to finish the book before coming since there will be spoilers. Bring your hot takes!
96) Quincy 400: Black History Month Trivia Night
When: Monday 2/24
Where: Quincy
Cost: Free
Info: Join community members at the Thomas Crane Public Library for an evening of celebrating Black history. While enjoying light refreshments, you can participate in a trivia game where you can learn more about Black history, culture, and the contributions of Black leaders.
97) Black History Month Baking
When: Tuesday 2/25
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Learn about the history behind southern soul food. Enjoy this mini cooking workshop where you’ll make some cornbread and discover the cultural significance of this recipe.
98) Center Cinema! - ‘The Six Triple Eight’
When: Wednesday 2/26
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the Fenway Community Center for an evening of community fun to celebrate Black History Month. Watch ‘The Six Triple Eight’ movie, which tells the story of the only all Black female army unit deployed to Europe in WWII.
99) Harvard Art Museums at Night
When: Thursday 2/27
Where: Harvard Square
Cost: Free
Info: Your favorite after-hours museum party is back. Head to the Harvard Art Museums for an evening of art and creation. Listen to the beats of a DJ, sip and munch from pop-up vendors onsite, and stroll through the multiple floors of galleries and exhibits. We are loving the new ‘Joana Choumali: Languages of West African Marketplaces’ exhibit.
100) Taylor Swift Trivia Night
When: Friday 2/28
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Swifties unite! Head to the Boston Public Market for an evening of fun trivia to end the month of February. Brush up on all the different eras of Taylor and get ready to see who’s the ultimate fan. Are you ready for it?
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