May

Local Residents Ride Free

Experience your city like never before! Massachusetts residents can explore Boston with Old Town Trolley for FREE when accompanied by a full fare adult paid guest with Hometown Pass.

Go to Hometown Pass for more information.

2024 Events Coming Soon

Duckling Day Boston 2023

A beloved Mother’s Day tradition for over 30 years, the event celebrates the children’s classic book Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. Led by the Harvard University Marching Band, a parade will begin in Boston Common and end in the Public Garden near the famous Make Way for Ducklings sculptures. It’s the most adorable event in all of Boston

Lilac Sunday

This beloved Boston tradition celebrates the lilacs as well as many other special collections at their peak at this lovely time of year. Come celebrate spring at the Arnold Arboretum in 2023. Experience the springtime bloom of our renowned collection of over 400 lilacs from around the world and enjoy tours with Arboretum experts, hands-on children’s activities, and more.

Garden of Flags for Military Heroes on the Boston Common 2023

Every Memorial Day weekend, (except in 2020), the Massachusetts Military Heroes organization plants a Garden of 37,000 flags in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument on Boston Common. The flags commemorate the Massachusetts service members who have given their lives to defend the United States and our freedom.

Boston Calling Music Festival

The Boston Calling Music Festival is a three-day, two-stage festival featuring some of the biggest and best acts in live music! The musical celebration takes place at the Harvard Sports Complex, with easy access to stages, food, services and more. Top bands of all genres rock the house each year rain or shine at this exciting annual event.