Astrid Hermanssen

Boston Events - Go Down and Party in the Bean Town City

 If you have never been to Boston, also called "Bean Town" then you owe it to yourself to go. There is always something cooking in Boston and many of the historic sites as well as annual events are close to the city center. Much of what takes place in Boston does so at Faneuil Hall Marketplace or the Boston Common, which is the largest park in Boston.

If you have never been to Boston, also called "Bean Town" then you owe it to yourself to go. There is always something cooking in Boston and many of the historic sites as well as annual events are close to the city center. Much of what takes place in Boston does so at Faneuil Hall Marketplace or the Boston Common, which is the largest park in Boston.

Some of the Boston city events that you can partake in when you visit this city in Massachusetts include the following.

Founder's Day

Founder's Day is not just a day, but a weekend of celebration and re-enactment of events that took place prior to the Revolutionary War. Founder's Day celebrations are held during the second weekend of November and include a mock debate at Faneuil Hall Center about whether the colonies should seek independence as well as the famous ride of Paul Revere that takes place from the Hall to the House of Paul Revere. This is one event that you will not want to miss when you visit the city of Boston.

Caroling in the Common

Each Sunday in December, bring your voice to the Boston Common where you can sing Christmas Carols in the center of the Common. Caroling in the Common is open to anyone who wants to join in the festivities and is a free event. The Boston Common is also alive at this time of the year with ice skating, hot chocolate and hot chestnut vendors. If you visit Boston during the winter months, you will enjoy Caroling in the Common each Sunday during December.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

March 17th is St. Patrick's Day and no where will you feel more Irish than in Boston. Boston is home to many Irish Americans and there are many events that take place throughout the city on this day. The St. Patrick's Day Parade is one, and you can also participate in the annual Cheers St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage dinner at the Cheers restaurant located in Faneuil Hall. You can also visit the site of the exterior of Cheers, the long running and much loved television show, on Beacon Hill. Many of the Pubs in the area serve green beer for this event and also feature corned beef and cabbage.

Bean Town Days

The great baked-bean bake off takes place every Memorial Day weekend at the Boston Common. The Bean Town Days also features a fair with craft vendors and a carnival. You can enter your own baked beans into the contest for the best baked beans in a variety of different categories when you visit Bean Town Days. See how Boston got its name if you happen to be in the city during Memorial Day weekend.

Esplanade Art Festival

The Esplanade Art Festival is held the first Saturday of August and features the art work of some of the finest local artists. Whether you are looking for original art or just want to browse, you can find it when you visit the Esplanade Art Festival annual event every August. Other art events are held at the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University Art throughout the year.

Boston is a very historic city that features events that all will enjoy. No matter what time of year you decide to visit Boston, there is sure to be some event taking place.

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