Celebrate Culture: Day of the Dead, Diwali & Halloween Fun! 🎉
Celebrate Culture in Boston: Day of the Dead, Diwali & Halloween Fun! 🎉 (October 28th to November 3rd, 2024)
WHAT'S POPPIN'
Boston Bursts with Color and Culture: Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos & Diwali this Friday ⚡️
✨ Starting Nov 1st - This Friday, Boston becomes a vibrant tapestry of cultural celebrations, as both Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and Diwali light up the city. These two festivals, rich in tradition and meaning, invite Bostonians to honor their heritage and celebrate life in unique ways. While Día de los Muertos brings together families to remember and celebrate those who have passed, Diwali, the Festival of Lights, symbolizes the triumph of good over evil.
👯 Celebrating our diverse communities - As neighborhoods come alive with colorful decorations, Boston’s diverse communities embrace these festivities. While Día de los Muertos altars will be filled with marigolds and photos, you can also expect to see Diwali diyas and rangoli designs, showcasing the city’s multicultural spirit.
😍 Celebrations in the city - Many events across Boston highlight this exciting week, from lively processions and community gatherings to art exhibitions and nightlife events.
Día de los Muertos Events:
Day of the Dead Fest - Fenway 🌹
Day of the Dead Fest - Cambridge 🍂
Day of the Dead Fest - Somerville 🍃
Day of the Dead Fest - East Boston 🌸
Diwali Events:
Grand Diwali Celebration 🎉
Diwali Celebration - Museum of Fine Arts 🪔
Bollywood Diwali Dance Party 🕺🏻
Will you be joining in on any cultural festivities this weekend?
AREA SPOTLIGHT
Franklin Park is the Perfect End to your Halloween Season 🍂🪦
As we wrap up the spooky season, let's shift our focus to a different kind of magic found in one of Boston's best-kept secrets: Franklin Park. This sprawling oasis offers a delightful blend of nature, history, and artistry.
🪦 Forest Hills Cemetery - Established in 1848, this serene landscape serves as a burial ground and a stunning arboretum featuring over 200 species of trees and beautiful Victorian-era monuments. The winding pathways and picturesque views provide a peaceful retreat, perfect for contemplation and connection to the past.
🧺 Schoolmaster’s Picnic Area - Named after the historic schoolmaster who once oversaw the area, this picnic spot offers scenic views of the sprawling Franklin Park Golf Course below. The remnants of old stone structures in the picnic area, believed to be from the early 20th century, add a sense of mystery and charm to the location. With charming picnic tables, it’s the ideal location to soak in the vibrant fall foliage and breathtaking views of the golf course.
🐼 Franklin Park Zoo - The heart of the park - the Franklin Park Zoo invites you to explore diverse animal exhibits and beautiful landscapes. It’s a fantastic escape for animal lovers, offering a glimpse into conservation efforts while enjoying the great outdoors.
✨ Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo - And don’t forget, November 3rd this Sunday is the final day of the enchanting Boston Lights exhibit at the zoo. This mesmerizing light display transforms the park into a magical wonderland, featuring stunning installations that illuminate the night.
Franklin Park 🍁🧘🏻 🦁
Learn more about Franklin Park
Get tickets for the Franklin Park Zoo or Boston Lights
@ 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston
THIS WEEKEND
Sam Adams Haunted Halloween Party 👻
Gather up your ghouls and join us for Black Mirror trivia, a trick-or-treat tasting, and costume contest.
Thursday, Oct 31st | 6pm to 9pm
@ Samuel Adams Boston Brewery, 30 Germania St, Boston
Boston Public Market Halloween Party 🎃
Celebrate Halloween with us as we serve specialty drinks that will cast a spell on you! Treat yourself to delightful desserts from Heart & Hug Bakery and enjoy a variety of snacks to keep the fun going.
Thursday, Oct 31st | 5pm to 8pm
@ Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover Street, Boston
Beacon Hill Halloween Stroll 🍂
Beacon Hill might just be Boston's Halloween capital. By late afternoon, Pinckney and Mount Vernon Streets are close to traffic, allowing Bostonians to freely explore the beautiful, brownstone-lined streets. For an extra touch of charm, make your way to Acorn Street, where cobblestone paths are decorated, and residents offer special treats.
Free
Thursday, October 31st | 4pm to 9pm
@ Beacon Hill, Mount Vernon and Pinckney Streets, Boston
Halloween Fashion Show 👗
The night commences with DJ Skoolyahd spinning at 8:30pm. Starting at 9PM, models strut through the Liberty's Catwalk and Lobby, pose on tables, ride the escalators, and weave through the crowd as you take-in looks from local designers of the season. From boho-chic to Haute couture, every week a new designer wows the crowd!
Thursday, October 31st | 8:30pm to 10pm
@ Liberty Lobby at The Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St. Boston
Where's Waldo Bar Crawl 🤓
Get ready for the 9th Annual Waldocon Boston! Join us for an unforgettable bar crawl where you and fellow Waldos can explore the city's best spots while raising money for Boston Children’s Hospital.
Sunday, October 27th | 12pm to 4pm
@ Warehouse XI, 11 Sanborn Ct, Somerville
