45 Things to Do in Boston in June 2024 for $10 or Less
When:
Saturday, Jun 01, 2024 8:00a -
Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 11:00p
Saturday, Jun 01, 2024 8:00a -
Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 11:00p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$0-10
Categories:
Art, Date Idea, Drinks, Festivals & Fairs, Food, Good for Groups, Kid Friendly, LGBTQ+, Meetup, Music, Nightlife, Outside, Party, Shopping, Sports & Active Life
Summertime is here! Soak up the rays, enjoy the fresh (and humid) air, and embrace one of the few months of Boston’s warm weather. It’s time to dance the night away, get on the water, discover local artists and musicians at outdoor markets, and more. Happy June, Boston friends – here’s what’s happening this month for $10 or less!
By Yelena Nicolle Salvador
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Davis Square
Cost: Free
Info: Kick off Pride Month by supporting and celebrating queer artists and allies at this market! There will be over 40 vendors and you can sip on some drinkies while shopping for fun (and colorful) gifts!
2) Caribbean American Heritage Festival
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Welcome National Caribbean-American Heritage Month with a day full of live music, dance, crafts, traditional food, and more. Learn about the Caribbean-American community in Boston with fellow neighbors.
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Medford
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy summer weather by exploring Medford by foot and enjoying live music by local bands, musicians, and more. The Boston tradition continues, so grab your friends and enjoy the show on the porches, patios, driveways, and parking lots around town.
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Union Square
Cost: Free
Info: Learn about Nepalese culture by joining this festival dedicated to the Nepali community in Somerville. Enjoy live music, food, art, and more!
5) Meet Us at the Malden River
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Malden
Cost: Free
Info: This family-friendly event is something you don’t want to miss. With all kinds of river entertainment like free boat rides and a brass band that will be drifting along on a boat, you’ll learn about this local river and more. Plus, there will be free food and dancing!
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: A whole summer party dedicated to the hearty lemon is here. Aeronaut is launching a summer staple drink with a themed-bash in its honor. There will be a whole lot of zesty desserts, as well as lemon and pie eating contests!
7) 20’s & 30’s Beach Day at Carson Beach
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Southie
Cost: Free
Info: Yes, it’s true. Beaches do exist in this city. And now, you can explore it while making friends with other folks in the area. We know how hard it is to meet people, so whether you head to this event solo or with some pals, you’ll meet a whole bunch of new friendly folks, while soaking up some sun.
8) Boston Sober Pride Dance Party
When: Sat. 6/1
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Soaking in the summer vibes does not require an alcoholic bevy in hand. Get ready for a whole night of fun with live DJs, drag performances, and ~glitter~. Shine bright at this sober dance party to celebrate pride.
9) Farm & Field Festival at Cider Hill Farm
When: Sat. 6/1 - Sun. 6/2
Where: Amesbury
Cost: Free
Info: Head to one of our favorite farms in MA for a day-trip during their Farm & Field Festival. There will be live bands, obstacle courses, a wide selection of food and drinks, and more family-friendly activities!
10) 8th Curated Vintage Market at Bow
When: Sun. 6/2
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: You cannot miss this beloved event. For all the treasure hunters out there, the Curated Vintage Market is back for its 8th year with 70+ vintage vendors from not only Boston, but also New England and beyond. Grab a snack from the market and get ready to take home some one-of-a-kind pieces.
11) Fenway Flea
When: Weekly starting Sun. 6/2
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Welcome the Fenway Flea back for its third season. Enjoy handmade art, upcycled clothing, and more at The Station right next to Time Out!
When: Sun. 6/2
Where: East Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by this cultural festival to learn about the vibrant communities that make up Somerville. There will be three stages of live music, Brazilian dance classes, art vendors, and delicious food for everyone to enjoy.
When: Starting Mon. 6/3
Where: Around Boston
Cost: Free
Info: Kick off your summer by breaking a sweat at this series of summer fitness classes for free! Whether you are looking for a high intensity workout or a relaxing yoga session, this program has everything you need so you don’t get bored.
14) Flowers and Opera @ Bow Market
When: Fri. 6/7
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Grab a free bouquet of fresh flowers and listen to a live opera singer perform at this amazing event. Don’t forget to bring a donation for the Somerville Food Pantry too!
When: Fri. 6/7
Where: East Cambridge
Cost: $10
Info: Put on your party shoes and wear everything purple and glitter. It’s time to welcome summer with a whole night dedicated to Prince and his classic hits.
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Brighton
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy accessible activities for everyone at this recreation fair. Cycle, play pickleball, decorate a kite, and more – this event is for everyone and showcases how everyone can enjoy the outdoors, no matter their background or ability.
17) Boston Women’s Market at Assembly Row
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Shop from 30 local businesses, makers, and artists and support the talented women in our community. This market is dog and kid-friendly, so bring the whole fam to enjoy games and more!
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Celebrate love of every kind. Join the party and cheer on the folks in the Boston Pride Parade at this watch party right on the parade route.
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Rowes Wharf
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the Greenway for family-friendly activities. There will be live music and free music and movement classes for kids. Learn about different instruments and dance away.
20) 44th Coolidge Arts Festival
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Brookline
Cost: Free
Info: Shop for gifts, treat yourself, or just enjoy looking at the art from over 90 vendors! There will be food trucks, a beer and wine garden, and patio dining for everyone to enjoy. Come celebrate the work of local artists!
21) Boston Pride Parade & Festival 2024
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Boston Common
Cost: Free
Info: Come on out and show some love to everyone in the community. The Boston Pride Parade is back this year with lots of color, fun, and energy. Cheer people on and stay for the after parties.
22) Red Bull Cliff Diving Boston 2024
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: It’s the third year of the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. This is a can’t-miss event where you can watch 12 men and women dive off the ICA! Get there early to secure your spot for fantastic views.
23) Strummin’ up to Boston Ukulele Festival
When: Sun. 6/9
Where: Newton
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy live performances from eight ukulele ensembles, bring your ukulele to jam with the community, and munch on some bites from food trucks. This event is fun for everyone and perfect for music lovers.
24) Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
When: Sun. 6/9
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Experience different Asian cultures at this festival on the John W. Weeks Footbridge. There will be tons of food vendors, cultural performances, and more – all while you watch 12-foot dragon boats race along the Charles.
25) 2nd Annual Le Grand Prix Elmendorf du Pain: Bread Competition
When: Sun. 6/9
Where: East Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: A whole day dedicated to the art of making the perfect baguette – yes, please. Come join this Paris-inspired street festival where you can watch bread judging, listen to live music, and enjoy bread vendors and more!
26) Cambridge Arts River Festival 2024
When: Sat. 6/15
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by this big festival with six stages of live music, theater, and dance, as well as international food, a mermaid promenade, and interactive art-making. There’s lots to enjoy for everyone, no matter what age!
When: Sat. 6/15
Where: Arlington
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy live music by musicians and neighbors at this Porchfest celebration in Arlington. Grab your friends or roam around solo to immerse yourself in new sounds by locals.
When: Sat. 6/15
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Fenway is the heart of the city where you can feel the Boston spirit by supporting the Red Sox. But this event allows you to explore Fenway in a completely new way. Roam around and get lost in the sounds of live performers all around town.
29) 2024 Boston Portuguese Festival
When: Sun. 6/16
Where: City Hall
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by the City Hall Plaza and immerse yourself in Portuguese culture. There will be lots of traditional food, cultural performances, and even live music by world-renowned Lusophone artists.
When: Sun. 6/16
Where: Cambridge
Cost: Free
Info: Honor and learn about the history of Juneteenth at this community gathering. Hear from descendants of slaves about their family stories, listen to a poetry performance, and more at this event meant for everyone.
When: Sun. 6/16
Where: Charlestown
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by this parade for the 249th Commemoration of the Battle of Bunker Hill. There will be live performances and speeches for everyone to enjoy and remember this moment in history.
32) Pollinator Festival at Cider Hill Farm
When: Mon. 6/17 - Sun. 6/23
Where: Amesbury
Cost: Free
Info: Learn about important members of our environment: pollinators. Stop by this weeklong festival that showcases the beauty of bees, butterflies, and birds. There will be art exhibits, food, and workshops.
33) Embrace Ideas Festival & Juneteenth Embrace Honors
When: Tues. 6/18 - Fri. 6/21
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by this community event to celebrate and remember the history of freedom. Enjoy live music, dancing, and powerful speeches by local leaders.
34) Juneteenth: ICA Free Admission
When: Wed. 6/19
Where: Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the ICA to celebrate Black artistry. Advanced tickets are required, so make sure to book them for free. Don’t forget to make time to see the new Hew Locke exhibit called ‘The Procession’ with over 100 life-sized sculptures.
35) Juneteenth: MFA Free Admission
When: Wed. 6/19
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by the MFA on Juneteenth and stay for a whole day of immersive activities. Watch a step performance, listen to a program of Black spiritual folk songs, and more.
36) Mass Juneteenth Council Parade Boston
When: Wed. 6/19
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Watch a flag raising ceremony, support local vendors, and join the Juneteenth Emancipation Observance celebration with the Boston community.
When: Fri. 6/21
Where: Downtown, Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, Brighton, & Seaport
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy Boston’s very own free music festival on the longest day of the year! There will be hundreds of performances that represent all genres of music. Grab your friends and family and dance all around Boston.
38) Greek Festival Watertown 2024
When: Fri. 6/21 - Sun. 6/23
Where: Watertown
Cost: Free
Info: Learn about Greek culture and immerse yourself in Greek festivities for three full days in Watertown. There will be plenty of good food, Greek music, and more!
39) Open Streets Boston 2024: Roxbury
When: Sat. 6/22
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Enjoy a car-free road dedicated to pedestrian fun! Explore Roxbury with family-friendly events, whether you want to walk, jog, bike, or anything in between.
When: Sat. 6/22
Where: Dorchester
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Dorchester for a day full of family fan and community building. Connect with local resources, enjoy games, listen to music, and more!
When: Sat. 6/22 - Sun. 6/23
Where: Lexington
Cost: Free
Info: An ode to the beautiful strawberry – my favorite, like many of you! This festival is all about celebrating this fruit, complete with strawberry-themed food and dessert, as well as a petting zoo, a strawberry shortcake eating contest, and more!
42) Summer Solstice Plant Market
When: Sun. 6/23
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Calling all plant enthusiasts! This is the event for you. Meet other plant parents, shop local, and pick up your next plant baby at this market with over 40 vendors.
43) 10th Annual Celebration of Summer: Donna Summer Disco Party
When: Thurs. 6/27
Where: City Hall Plaza
Cost: Free
Info: Honor the life of Boston-disco legend, Donna Summer, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, by pulling out your grooviest dance moves yet. Anyone can join the fun. There will be music, bubbles, glow sticks, the return of roller skating in the plaza, and a whole night of dancing.
44) City of Cambridge Dance Party 2024
When: Fri. 6/28
Where: Central Square
Cost: Free
Info: Thousands of people show up to this gigantic dance party across the Charles. Don’t miss out on this big event full of colorful lights and live DJ-spun tunes. No matter how old you are, everyone is invited!
When: Sun. 6/30
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Kick off the start of a car-free Newbury Street dedicated to pedestrians every Sunday, starting at the end of June. Wander along this famous street and enjoy the sunshine.
BONUS: These events are more than $10 but worth it!
The 41st Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
When: Tues. 6/4 - Thurs. 6/6
Where: City Hall Plaza
Cost: $20
Info: Grab a ticket and get access to an all-you-can-eat ice cream festival. Yes, you heard that right. A full celebration dedicated to the best ice cream in town – just in time to curb the humid weather and for a good cause too!
ICA First Fridays: Bold with Boudoir
When: Fri. 6/7
Where: Seaport
Cost: $30-35
Info: Watch the sunset over the Boston Harbor, wander around contemporary art exhibits, and get ready to dance at the ICA’s First Friday dedicated to Boston’s queer underground techno scene.
When: Fri. 6/7
Where: Fenway
Cost: $27
Info: This month’s MFA First Friday is all about pride and love. Enjoy drag story readings, art making, spoken-word performances, and night full of bumping tunes with live DJs. Dance and get lost in a night full of art!
Sunset Paddleboarding on the Boston Harbor
When: Fri. 6/7
Where: Fort Point
Cost: $25-35
Info: Tis the season to get out on the water. The sunset paddleboarding season kicks off in June, so try your hand at one of these classes to get a different view of the city while on the water.
Friday Night Yoga at The Museum of Modern Renaissance
When: Fri. 6/7
Where: Davis Square
Cost: $35
Info: The Museum of Modern Renaissance is one of Boston’s hidden gems. Now, you can enjoy live music while you find relaxation at this yoga class. Get lost in the beauty of the art on the walls and recharge.
Boston Theater Company’s Road of Rainbows 5K
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Boston Common
Cost: $35
Info: It’s the 4th annual 5k for everyone! Cheer folks on or join the colorful walk. The best tip: be yourself! And wear whatever makes you feel the most YOU!
Dancing on the Charles Outdoor Dance Party
When: Sat. 6/8
Where: Cambridge
Cost: $25-40
Info: Dance under the stars and watch the sunset over the Charles with live DJ sets at this outdoor party.
The First Ever Silent Disco on the Charles River
When: Thurs. 6/13
Where: Newton
Cost: $40
Info: Hop into a kayak and listen to multiple live DJs who will be mixing tunes for your headphone jams and paddling along with you. This is the first time for this kind of event – so don’t miss this one and make some unforgettable memories.
When: Thurs. 6/13
Where: Kendall Square
Cost: $15
Info: Learn about science, watch demonstrations, and interact with various exhibits while sipping a drink. This after-hours event has live music so you can experience this museum through a different lens.
29th Annual South End Garden Tour
When: Sat. 6/15
Where: South End
Cost: $24-30
Info: Get lost through the beautiful alleys and wander through narrow streets as you explore beautiful private gardens of neighbors in the South End.
When: Tues. 6/18 - Fri. 6/21
Where: Roxbury
Cost: $10-50
Info: Grab tickets for this music festival that celebrates Black joy. Immerse yourself in the sounds of R&B, hip-hop, rap, funk, soul, and more.
When: Fri. 6/21 - Sun. 6/23; Fri. 6/28 - Sun. 6/30
Where: Holden
Cost: $15.95
Info: Explore a lavender farm full of fields of the purple flower. Try lavender treats, take photos, grab a drink, take a yoga class, and more!
When: Sat. 6/22
Where: Mission Hill
Cost: $20-40
Info: Come see Boston native, activist-artist Zakiyahh sing a concert dedicated to a blend of hip-hop, opera, and R&B. Her sound is so unique that it’s called “hip-hopera.”
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