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Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States at Sail Boston® 2026, an international maritime event that brings tall ships and naval vessels from around the world to Boston Harbor, featuring ship tours, educational activities, and cultural exchange. The Grand Parade of Sail on Saturday, July 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. highlights the…
Join the Irish Network Boston and the Irish Cultural Centre for a screening of the documentary, How to Defuse a Bomb: The Project Children Story. Denis Mulcahy, who started Project Children in 1975, is attending the event. A non-profit organization, Project Children brought more than 23,000 Protestant and Catholic children from Northern Ireland to the…
Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of President John F. Kennedy, was a leader in the field of intellectual disability and founder of the Special Olympics. Born on July 10, 1921 at the Kennedy family home on Abbotsford Road in Brookline, MA , Eunice was the fifth child and third daughter of Rose and Joseph Kennedy’s nine children. …
Lawn on D in South Boston’s Seaport District continues its thriving World Cup Soccer watch parties, with today’s game featuring Spain versus Belgium in a quarter-final match. Following the match enjoy live music w a DJ from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Free parking available in the South lot, located behind the MCEC, during all game…
Live Nation and the Boston Red Sox are excited to welcome the return of Noah Kahan to America’s Most Beloved Ballpark for a pair of nights on July 10 and 11, 2026. The Friday and Saturday shows, part of the Nucar Fenway Concert Series presented by Wasabi Technologies, will also feature special guest Gigi Perez….
Watch parties in South Boston for Ireland’s GAA Championships throughout July 2026.
Caption: Limerick and Clare Meet July 5 in Munster in Hurling Semi-Final. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile, Photo Courtesy of GAA The Grove at the Lawn on D in South Boston Seaport has announced a series of viewing parties for the Irish Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) championship games this summer. The Grove will be streaming GAA semi-final…
The South Boston Vietnam Memorial Committee is holding a special ceremony to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States at Medal of Honor Park in South Boston. The event begins with music from the Marine Corps Band, followed by a speaking program. After the speaking program, the U.S. Marine Corps holds a wreath-laying ceremony,…
Join the ICC community for a screening of this award-winning documentary, immediately followed by a talkback with Director Rory Duffy! A Fragile Peace: Brexit and Northern Ireland, is a film about the intersection of history and the present, about a peace agreement that many assumed was solid but now faces new and unexpected challenges due…
The multi-talented Trevor Sexton returns to the ICC with his acclaimed solo act! An Irish singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for his powerful vocals, stage presence, and contributions to contemporary Irish folk and country music, Sexton has built a reputation as a live performer both in Ireland and internationally, performing as a solo artist and…
The annual Milton Music Fest features a day of Celtic music. This year’s line-up includes DJs Bobby Brooks and John Costello, the Dooley Brothers, Erin’s Melody, Danny Gill and the Old Brigade and the Fenian Sons. In addition, there’s plenty of free activities for families and children, food trucks and vendors. Don’t mis the Firetruck…
Bunker Hill Day is celebrated in Boston each June 17 to mark the famous Battle of Bunker Hill, which took place on June 17, 1775 between American colonists and British troops. The Bunker Hill Monument was built to recognize the sacrifice of the colonists fighting against British rule. The British may have won the Battle of Bunker Hill,…
This year, the ICC hosts the 4th Annual Brian J. Donnelly Awards event on September 24th, 2026. The event will be held at Venezia Restaurant. Last year the ICC honored Jack Connors (posthumously) for a lifetime of philanthropy and support of the Irish in America. Please check back as this year’s honoree and venue is…
Irish Cultural Centre’s 14th Annual 5K Road Race and Children’s Fun Run is on Sunday September 13th, 2026. The day starts with the 5K race at 9:30 am and is followed by a FREE Children’s Fun Run at 11:00am for children ages U3, U5, U7 and U9. Short sleeved commemorative t-shirts will be given to…
Boston Book Festival 2026 Copley Square Celebrating the power of words to stimulate, agitate, unite, delight, and inspire, the Boston Book Festival presents year-round events culminating in an annual festival that promotes a culture of reading and ideas and enhances the vibrancy of our city.
The Boston Film Festival will celebrate its 42nd anniversary from September 17-21, 2026. Showcasing a diverse slate of films and highlighting, you’ll see some of the most innovative filmmakers in the industry. The live program includes the World premieres of three feature films and three documentaries. Submit your film here.
Live Nation and the Boston Red Sox are excited to welcome the two-night return of Phish to America’s Most Beloved Ballpark on Friday, July 31, and Saturday, August 1, 2026. The shows are part of the Nucar Fenway Concert Series presented by Wasabi Technologies. There is a strict 4 ticket limit per show. Additional orders…
Paula Cole returns to the stage with THIS FIRE: 30—a special anniversary tour celebrating three decades of This Fire. A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her fearless writing and genre-blending sound, Cole broke boundaries with songs that were both deeply personal and universally resonant. On THIS FIRE: 30, Paula will perform This Fire in its entirety—revisiting the era-defining music that sparked…
The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker has an uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black”. Delivering a truly one-of-a-kind show, Barker revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons. The energetic performance features Barker in character throughout…
GRAMMY-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades; he’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and…
Bruce Cockburn with special guest Livingston Taylor One of Canada’s finest artists, Bruce Cockburn has enjoyed an illustrious career shaped by politics, spirituality, and musical diversity. The Ottawa-born artist remains deeply respected for his activism on issues from native rights and land mines to the environment and Third World debt, working for organizations such as…
Released in 1989, Indigo Girls’ eponymous major label debut sold over two million copies under the power of singles “Closer to Fine” and “Kid Fears” and turned Indigo Girls into one of the most successful folk duos in history. Over a thirty-five-year career that began in clubs around their native Atlanta, Georgia, the Grammy-winning duo…
Air Supply – A Matter of Time Tour Air Supply audiences have already been smiling widely as the band performs the album’s symphonic, high spirited lead single “Wrap My Arms Around You” amidst their cavalcade of hits. Graham wrote the song during the pandemic, reflecting on the importance of physical human connection and a time…
Roger Daltrey – A Great Night Out Roger Daltrey returns to the stage in 2026! A deeply personal show that blends The Who classics, rare gems, and solo favorites from his extraordinary career. Backed by a semi-acoustic, rock-driven band, the performance offers a fresh, intimate take on iconic songs, alongside candid stories that give you…
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