March 20 ushered in the first day of spring, and Bostonians are shedding their winter coats as they embrace longer days and a fresh lineup of seasonal fun. Alongside sunshine, blue skies and new blooms, here is a selection of springtime activities to look forward to throughout the city.
Marathon Monday
The much-beloved Boston Marathon is the oldest annual marathon in the world, bringing in roughly 20,000 athletes from around the globe and nearly 500,000 roadside spectators annually. Notable stops along the route include Wellesley Scream Tunnel at the halfway point, Heartbreak Hill in Newton and the final stretch on Boylston Street before the finish line. The fun continues after the race with celebrations like Time Out Market’s post-Marathon Monday bash. Take part in the festivities April 21 and cheer on runners along the historic route.
Charcuterie in the Common
Spring is primetime for a picnic in the park. Grab a throw blanket, hop on the Green Line with friends and go build a personalized charcuterie board at Kured. Tucked in charming Beacon Hill, Kured offers shareable artisanal cheeses, deli meats and fixings from fig jam to sweet-and-spicy pickles to customize your board. For $25, build an “A Few Buds” box to split between three friends. For $45, build an “A Bunch of Buds” box to split between five. Not as hungry? Grab a charcuterie cup or a “Just Me” box. Located just a five-minute stroll from the Boston Common, you can easily take your board on the go!
The MFA’s “Art in Bloom”
The Museum of Fine Arts’ 49th annual “Art in Bloom” celebration showcases the talent of New England garden clubs, professional designers and volunteer florists who create arrangements inspired by works in the museum’s collection. Running May 2 to 4, enjoy dozens of eye-catching arrangements accompanied by special events, guided tours, dining and shopping. Don’t forget to bring your Husky Card to bypass the cost of general admission and browse for free.
The Red Sox Return
Baseball is back! The Red Sox kicked off the season March 27 with a game against the Texas Rangers. On home opening day April 4, head to Fenway Park for an afternoon game against the St. Louis Cardinals, soak in the sun and partake in some concessions. As a bonus, the Red Sox offer a starting student ticket rate of only $9. Register with your Northeastern email address to reap the benefits!
SoWa Open Market
Boston’s thriving arts district hosts the SoWa Open Market on Sundays from May 4 through Oct. 26. Come springtime, the neighborhood boasts an eclectic range of regional and local vendors, including farmers, bakers, artists, jewelers, boutique owners and home craftsmen. The district is also home to galleries, retail shops and the indoor SoWa vintage market. Located on 500 Harrison Ave., stop by SoWa Open Market anytime between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Take the Orange Line or travel by bus and shop everything they have to offer.
Thursdays at Rainbow Pottery
Stop by Newbury Street’s paint-it-yourself pottery studio for some spring ceramic fun. Just recently, Rainbow Pottery rolled out a new weekly deal. The typical student studio fee is $51 plus the additional cost of whichever pottery piece you choose to paint, but on Thursdays, you can now paint any mug for a flat $45 with no additional charges. Cash in on the new deal and paint a personalized keepsake!
Boston Calling
From May 23 to 25, turn up the volume at Boston Calling, the city’s largest music festival. Along the Charles River at Harvard Athletic Complex, Boston Calling will host a variety of artists, including Megan Moroney, Luke Combs, Fall Out Boy, Avril Lavigne, Dave Matthews Band, Vampire Weekend and Cage the Elephant. You can choose from a single-day ticket, a two-day ticket or passes for all weekend long to get the most out of the festival.
The city of Boston has fun events lined up year-round, but check out these spring-specific activities while they’re still in season. From art galleries to athletic events, there’s something for everyone to look forward to.
