Things to do in Boston this weekend of June 2 | Image credit: Salem Arts Festival
Our picks for fun things to do in Boston this weekend of June 2 – 4 include Salem Arts Festival 2023, Downtown Boston New Orleans-style Block Party, Lung Force Walk Boston, and more!
There’s always lots going on in Boston in terms of events and activities. There are fun things to do in Boston for adults and also Things to do in Boston with family. Our weekly round-up brings you the best things to do in Boston this weekend.
Editor’s Note: Our staff at localite.com makes every effort to bring you the latest updates on activities, entertainment, food, and drink specials in the Greater Boston area. However, all information is subject to change by the organizers. As always, please confirm before you make your plans!
For more on the latest in Boston, check out our Things to Do in Boston this Week and our Things to Do in Boston this Weekend with Family guides. These are also updated every week with the best on entertainment, food & drink, and deals across Greater Boston!
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Things to do in Boston this weekend of June 2, 2023 – Friday
Salem Arts Festival 2023
Things to do in Boston this Weekend of June 2 | Image credit: Salem Arts Festival 2023
Celebrate art, culture, and community this weekend in historic Salem at the Salem Arts Festival! It will feature a variety of art, dance, music, and theatrical performances all throughout downtown Salem. There will also be on-site art-making, vendor markets, a live mura slam, and a public art installation. Don’t miss out on all this fun!
When: Friday – Sunday, June 2 – 4, 2023, 6 p.m.
Where: Downtown Salem, 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970
How Much: Free
The 40th Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
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Enjoy the weekend in the sweetest way at the 40th Annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl! There will be tasty treats from everyone from fan-favorite ice cream and frozen yogurt brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Buon! Per Te Ice Cream, Bliss Microcreamery, Gifford’s, and Hood.
Scoop at Night will also be back for adults. Here, you can enjoy unlimited ice cream paired with beer and wine. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Jimmy Fund.
When: Friday – Saturday, June 2 – 3, 2023, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Pl, Foxborough, MA 02035
How Much: $15 – $20
34th Annual Garden Tour
Get to see all the beautiful gardens of Concord with the Concord Museum’s 34th Annual Garden Tour! This year, the tour will include six unique gardens that show the interests and passions of their owners. It’s self-guided and self-paced so you’ll have all the time in the world to absorb the beauty of these gardens. Funds raised in the event will provide support for the Museum’s education initiative.
When: Friday – Saturday, June 2 – 3, 2023, 9 am – 4 pm
Where: Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA 01742
How Much: $30 – $45
Billerica Lions Club Carnival
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Catch the Billerica Lions Club Carnival before it closes this weekend! Enjoy tons of rides, games, and food with your friends or your family, and create many memories. Also, watch out for discount ride promotion days where they’ll be offering unlimited rides. Partial proceeds will benefit the Billerica Lions Club.
When: Friday – Sunday, June 2 – 4, 2023, 5 pm – 9 pm
Where: 600 Technology Park Dr, Billerica, MA 01821
How Much: $30 – $45
Get The Lowest Price On The Very Popular Boston Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour
Explore the best that Boston has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. See Boston’s top attractions—like the USS ‘Constitution’ and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to name a few—on the loop. Enjoy discounted admission to attractions like the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum with the purchase of your tour.
Board one of the orange-and-green trolleys at any of the stops and enjoy the view with live commentary from an expert guide who knows the city inside and out. Learn about the history and happenings of Boston, a city known as the Cradle of Liberty, as the trolley rolls along from one location to the next. For one, or two consecutive days, hop off at any of the attractions for a closer look, then hop back on when it’s convenient.
14 stops and 33 points of interest!
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Things to do in Boston on Saturday, June 3, 2023
Kelleher Rose Garden 2023 Bloom
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The Kelleher Rose Garen is now in full bloom! The garden has around 1500 plants in there with more than 200 varieties of roses. And the garden was specially made to feature the beauty of these roses. Visit the garden with your family or your special person and snap some Insta-worthy shots.
When: Saturday and Sunday, June 3 and 4, 2023 | 7 am – 5 pm
Where:–Kelleher Rose Garden, 73 Park Dr, Boston, MA 02215
How Much: Free
Celebrate and promote a healthy family this weekend by joining the Let’s Get Movin’ 5k walk/run! The course will take you through the beautiful East Boston Greenway so you can enjoy beautiful sights as you run/ walk. All ages/ abilities are also encouraged to participate.
When: Saturday, June 3, 2023, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Where: East Boston Memorial Park, 143 Porter St, Boston, MA 02128
How Much: $10 | Free for youth aged 18 and under
Neponset Day
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Head on over to the Neponset River and the Greenway Trail with the family and enjoy the outdoors while celebrating diver communities and the beautiful natural habitats and wildlife along the river this Neponset Day! Some activities to watch out for are free canoeing and kayaking, food trucks and ice cream, a spray deck, live music, and environmental exhibits.
When: Saturday, June 3, 2023, 9 am – 1 pm
Where: DCR Neponset II Park, Hill Top Street, Dorcester, MA 02124
How Much: Free
Get ready to have tons of fun with the family this weekend at the Boston Landing Spring Block Party! Enjoy lawn games and kids’ crafts, free face painting, free pickleball, a spring floral bar, live 90s-themed music, public skating, inflatable obstacle courses, a beer and wine bar, raffle prizes, and so much more. There will also be pop-up market vendors for you to shop from.
When: Saturday, June 3, 2023, 11 am – 4 pm
Where: Athletes Park at Boston Landing, 80 Guest St, Boston, MA 02135
How Much: Free
Kick off Pride Month with a merry party at Sam Adams Downtown Boston Taproom! They’ll be releasing their annual pride beer, love conquers ale, and celebrating all things Boston Pride in a three-day spectacular party. Expect drag shows, a Pride TEA Dance, a frolic rooftop takeover, and so much more. So grab your friends and welcome Pride in style!
When: Saturday, June 3, 2023, 11 am – 10 pm
Where: Sam Adams Downtown Boston, 60 State St, Boston, MA 02109
How Much: $15
Downtown Boston New Orleans-style Block Party
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Boston’s first-ever “New Orleans-style” block party is coming this weekend! Enjoy live music all weekend plus tons of family-friendly activities and food and drinks from over a dozen local restaurants and bars. The street will also be temporarily closed to cars so you can explore what “Restaurant Row” has to offer. And while the event is free, pre-registration is important so event organizers can share any potential traffic or weather-related announcements.
When: Saturday – Sunday, June 3 – 4, 2023, 12 pm – 6 pm
Where: Downtown Crossing, Temple Place, Boston, MA
How Much: Free
Get the lowest price on the highly-rated Original Boston Guided Brewery Tour
Learn about Boston’s thriving craft beer scene and sample a variety of libations on this morning or evening brewery tour. Get an inside look at how beer is made and learn about their operations as you visit breweries, cider houses, and distilleries. Visit brewpubs that may include the well-known Samuel Adams or gastropub Meadhall. Round-trip transportation in downtown Boston by air-conditioned van is included.
Get to know Boston’s thriving beer scene on a morning or evening brew tour. Chat with brewery owners and learn about the equipment used to make beer, the brewing process and best of all, what the different kinds of beer taste like.
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Things to do in Boston this Weekend of June 2, 2023 – Sunday
Lung Force Walk Boston
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Take small steps and bold strides in the world of lung cancer and lung disease this weekend with the Lung Force Walk Boston! It doesn’t matter if you saunter, power-walk, stroll, or run. What matters is you’re there.
Proceeds from the walk provide critical funds for lifesaving research, awareness outreach to vulnerable communities, and early detection initiatives.
When: Sunday, June 4, 2023, 8 am – 12 pm
Where: Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121
How Much: Free
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