At long last, June kicks off summer in Boston! And that means there’s plenty of activities and events to enjoy. Below are some of our top picks for things to do this June in Boston.
From food festivals and music festivals to parades and outdoor movie nights, read on to find the best activities in Boston this June. For even more summer recommendations, check out 60+ other things to do on our summer bucket list!
1. Enjoy a soothing performance of classical music by candlelight
Calm your mind and experience classical music in a whole new light with these sensational concerts located in historical Boston venues. Throughout June, the Candlelight Concert series will feature a wide variety of themed repertoires, from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to a limited-edition celebration of 100 Years of Warner Bros.
A Candlelight Gift Card also makes a great gift for those summer birthdays!
2. Cruise on a sightseeing day ride around the Boston Harbor
Take a 90 minute to 2-hour sail aboard the beautiful Adirondack III! The 80-foot beauty will whisk you around the Boston Harbor! Sail past Boston Seaport, Castle Island, Fort Independence, Spectacle Island, and Long Island Head Light. Enjoy the fresh saltwater breeze on a hot summer’s day. Book your sailing adventure here!
3. Take a trip to the beach
New England has some of the best beaches in the country! It’s why celebs flock to the Vineyard, Rhode Island is “the Island State,” and why our Cape traffic is so darn atrocious. If you want to skip the traffic, hop on the CapeFLYER, a train servicing Boston to the Cape Friday-Sunday through Labor Day.
You can also take this $10 train to 32 different Massachusetts beaches, or visit one of these award-winning beach resorts:
4. Celebrate Pride in the city
June is pride month, and while Boston celebrates all-year long, we can’t help but love the season of love. From annual festivals to marches and more, there are over 10 unique Pride festivals to celebrate at this June!
5. Go on a self-guided foodie adventure with clues and mystery picnics
Enjoy the lovely warm weather and go on an adventurous culinary experience! This mystery picnic date includes solving puzzles and riddles sent to your smartphone to figure out the location of your stunning secret picnic spot. You can go on this 3-hour picnic extravaganza with a date or a group of friends—it’s up to you!
19. Go Glamping on the Cape with AutoCamp Cape Cod
Head down the Cape to kick off summer with AutoCamp Cape Cod! Explore the Shining Sea Bikeway, take a dip at Chappy Beach, grill under the stars, and explore the charming shops of Downtown Falmouth!
7. Take an educational and delicious Pizza Tour in the North End
Whether you’re looking to entertain out-of-towners or want to learn some pizza history yourself, you can enjoy a pizza-powered guided tour around Boston’s historical North End. On the tour, you’ll visit five history-laden Freedom Trail sites and snack on pizza as you go along. Get your tickets to the experience here.
8. Celebrate at the Bunker Hill Day Parade
9. Attend a music festival in Massachusetts
At long last, music festivals have returned to Massachusetts, and they’re back in full swing. Who needs Coachella when you’ve got stellar festivals with world-class acts right here? In June, check out the Green River Music Fest.
10. Check out summer markets and workout series in Seaport
Seaport is the place to be this summer! With daily events and activities, here are some that we’re most looking forward to this June:
11. Watch a movie in the great outdoors
The perfect summer evening activity is back! One of the most nostalgic and entertaining ways to spend a summer night is definitely enjoying an outdoor movie. Whether you want to go to the drive-ins or walk to a local screening, check out these outdoor movie screening spots on a warm summer night.
12. Or catch a new movie on the big screen (indoors, with AC!)
We can’t wait to see the newest movie releases on a screen larger than our laptops! Plus, you can’t beat that movie theater AC on a hot June day. This summer, there are plenty of anticipated films, like A Quiet Place: Day One, Despicable Me 4, and It Ends With Us. Get your tickets to the hottest films in Boston here with an exclusive discount.
13. Cheer on the Red Sox
With plenty of home games this June, it’s a great time to get out and cheer on the Sox! Can’t snag a ticket? No worries – check out our favorite sports-adoring restaurants in Boston to cheer from your seat!
14. Grab a slice at the annual Boston Pizza Festival
Over 30 pizzerias will showcase their famed slices at this festival happening at City Hall Plaza from June 21-22! Vegan and gluten-free options will be available to snack on as well. While the festival is free, tickets are required for each slice, you can skip the line of 20,000 guests by pre-ordering your slice tickets here.
15. Celebrate and honor Juneteenth in the city
Juneteenth, named after June 19, the date marking the federal holiday in the United States that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in Texas. The historic moment dates back to 1865 Galveston, Texas where Union soldiers formally announced the abolishment of slavery. It became an official Massachusetts state holiday in 2021 and is now honored every year.
Boston Juneteenth will celebrate on June 19 with a special flag ceremony, parade, museum tour, and emancipation program.
16. Check out Boston’s 3-story sky-high observatory
View Boston is a first-of-its-kind observatory will offer panoramic views of Boston both indoors and outdoors. Located atop the Prudential Center, it will also be home to three skyscraper restaurants and lounges where you can enjoy a meal with unmatched views! Make sure to check out our 11 favorite rooftops for more stunning city views.
17. Rent your own private electric boat
Bye, bye boat envy! You know those boats cruising along the Boston Harbor making a splash and having a good time? Well, now you can be in one of them! Boston Electric Boats is one of our must-do experiences this summer! Take a 2-hour private boat rental that fits up to 12 people for $499 (that divvies out to $42 per person). The best part- you get to be your own captain and there are no carbon emissions.
18. Celebrate pops this Father’s Day
Sunday, June 15 is Father’s Day! Taking him out for a boat ride is always a great option. You can also check out some of these amazing restaurants, local gift shops, or take him out to Fenway Park for the Yankees at Red Sox game at 7:10 PM on Father’s Day- you know it’s going to get heated!
- Buy him some delicious Father’s Day-themed chocolates from local Artisan, Choc Allure
- Take him to Cremieux in Seaport for impeccably crafted men’s clothing
- Treat him to hand-crafted American made sunglasses from local brand, Randolph– celebrity fans of the brand including Boston natives John Krasinski and Mark Wahlberg
- Stop by Puttshack for some mini golf fun and all day dining
19. Relax and reset at a local spa Haven
Summer is the best season-we don’t make the rules! But as we all know the sun, sand, surf, and salt can have some implications and sometimes require a little extra care for da body. Haven Beauty is your one-stop-shop this summer for tipping back on anything you might have overdone, whether it be sun or fun. You can get a cooling facial, hair refresh, or massage as you sip on their icy cold complimentary beverages.
20. Enjoy a beautiful garden tour in historic Concord
The annual Garden Tour at Concord Museum returns for its thirtieth year! Enjoy an exclusive self-guided tour of six private gardens in Concord with gazebos, greenhouses, and manicured lawns! Tour can be taken on June 6 or 7 from 10 AM- 4 PM, reserve tickets here.
21. Celebrate 25 years of Prezza at a massive block party
The iconic North End institution turns 25 this year! To celebrate, on Sunday, June 22 from 12-6 PM, Prezza hosts its first-ever block party. There will be entertainment, food, live music and more with ticket proceeds benefitting the North End Youth Foundation.
22. Get in the groove with Street Sweat
Chestnut Hill’s free community workout series is back! Whether you prefer an outdoor run with lululemon or yoga with Arc’teryx, Street Sweat makes movement fun and accessible:
- lululemon Run Club: Mondays at 6 PM through August 11
- Arc’teryx Yoga in the Outdoors: June 3 at 6 :30 PM
- barre3 Signature 45 on The Green: June 11 at 5:30 PM
- Arc’teryx Obstacle Course: June 14 from 11 AM-3 PM
- International Yoga Day with lululemon: June 21 at 9 AM
23. Check out this special Juneteenth story time
The Street will also host a special Juneteenth story time and activity session with Story Starters. Local author Candelaria Norma Silva read her stories on The Green on Thursday, June 19 from 10-11 AM.
24. Get artsy at this free Paint Nite in West End
Boston’s new Pennyweight Hotel hosts a fun Paint Nite this June! Enjoy a free outdoor paint session on the patio! Paint Nite is first-come first-served, so make sure to get there early to secure a spot! After, head to the hotel’s restaurant, 155 On Portland for some yummy seafood-forward dining!
- June 7 from 2-4 PM
25. Enjoy bottomless ice cream for a good cause
The 42nd Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl returns to Boston from June 3-5 at City Hall Plaza. This is the nation’s largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival, with bottomless scoops and sweets, plus live entertainment. The 3-day event directly supports the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and is a New England summer tradition.
26. Enjoy free live concerts at the Pru
Rising talent from Berklee College of Music will showcase their diverse musical styles in South Garden at the Pru. The free outdoor concerts are the perfect way to enjoy a summer breeze. The concerts kick off on June 5 and play every Thursday from 12-1 PM through August 28. Find the lineup here!
27. Groove into a new workout class
Tuesday in June, the Pru hosts Fit on the Garden x Lifetime! Every Tuesday at 5:30 PM, there will be a complimentary workout class at South Garden to celebrate the upcoming new fitness club opening this fall! Find class formats and registration here.
28. Learn to salsa in Seaport
Superette Salsa Nights returns on June 26! Learn to salsa for free with live music and instruction from Urbanity Dance from 6-8 PM.
29. Get down at Suffolk Downs
Suffolk Downs is about to become the hottest summer hangout! Beginning June 5, every Thursday through September 25, Suffolk Downs’ Beachmont Square will host yummy food trucks, monthly Bingo nights, dance lessons ranging from line‑dance to salsa, plus “Yappy Hours” for both people and their pups! Thursday Nights @ The Yard brings exciting surprises each week from 6-9 PM.
30. Take a swing at summer in Stowe
Itching for a getaway? T-off summer with a trip to the pristine Mount Snow Golf Course! This isn’t your average gold course, set in one of the most beautiful small towns in the world, you’ll enjoy panoramic vistas of Mount Snow and Haystack Mountain as you navigate the course! Epic Pass holders will also receive exclusive rates, so save big on golf and ski season with one pass!
31. Attend Boston’s Le Diner en Blanc
The beloved summer tradition, Le Diner en Blanc returns to Boston on June 28! Guests are not informed of the location until the day before the event, but everyone must wear there best white outfit. The French-born celebration is now in dozens of cities across the globe!
32. A terrifying true exorcism story brought chillingly to life on the big screen
Based on a real-life 1928 exorcism that inspired the infamous book Begone Satan!, this period-set psychological horror stars Al Pacino and Dan Stevens in a gripping battle between faith and darkness. Expect unnerving realism, intense performances, and a slow-burn descent into spiritual horror that stays with you long after the credits roll. Learn more about the movie here.
📅 In theaters nationwide June 6, 2025
33. Check out the Olympic send-off celebration at Tall Ship
Celebrate the spirit of Team USA at Tall Ship on Wednesday, June 18 from 6:30-9 PM with a lively waterfront event supporting U.S. Ski & Snowboard athletes heading to the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games. Enjoy a classic New England send-off hosted by KISS 108’s Billy Costa and Jenny Johnson, featuring live music from Brian Scully of Dalton & the Sheriffs, delicious food, a live auction, and the chance to meet the athletes themselves. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of fun, community, and Olympic excitement!
33. Celebrate the summer solstice with a free night at Harvard Museums
On Friday, June 20 from 5-9 PM enjoy free admission to all four Harvard Museums. Free parking will be available at 52 Oxford Street Garage—making for a stress-free celebration of summer, art, science, and more! Circus performers, flower crown workshops, food trucks and other activities will be on-site.
34. Celebrate one of Italy’s most iconic desserts all month
Until June 29, Eataly in Back Bay celebrates the incredible 1960s-born dessert that’s become a favorite worldwide. They’ll be serving up over five varieties of tiramisu in creative flavors like Tiramisu Gelato and Peanut Salted Caramel! Visit Eataly this June for a sharing size teglia or single-serve jars. Learn how to make this iconic dessert with the instruction Scuola Chefs in an Eataly pastry class.
35. Take a free boxing class by Rumble
Rumble Boxing and Faneuil Hall are teaming up to offer a series of free outdoor boxing classes this summer! The first of three classes kick(boxes) into action on Saturday, June 28! Find the class schedules below:
- Rumble x Faneuil Hall (FREE on select Saturdays at 10:30 AM)
- June 28
- July 26
- August 23
36. Enjoy a free concert at Cambridge Crossing
Fresh off of Boston Calling, Copilot and Jill McCracken take the stage for CX Summer Nights, a free, monthly outdoor concert series! They bring a mix of soul and pop-rock to the mix on June 26! The summer series continues with Zola Simone on July 17 and Hill House Band on August 21. All concerts run from 5:30-8:30 PM at CX Crossing with food trucks, lawn games and more!