The Friends of Titus Sparrow Park host R&B/soul/funk band Reckoners tonight, Aug. 26 at 5:30 p.m., for the final free summer concert of the season, preceded by a kid-friendly instrument petting zoo.

Aug 26 · Friends of Titus Sparrow Park →

Boston Symphony Orchestra and musicians ratify three-year contract

The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its musicians ratified a new three-year contract Tuesday, averting what would have been the first strike in the ensemble's 145-year history.

Aug 26 · Associated Press →

Diego Herrera plays BPL courtyard concert

Diego Herrera performs Latin R&B tonight from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Central Library in Copley Square as part of Boston Public Library's Concerts in the Courtyard series.

Aug 26 · Boston Public Library →

Massachusetts reports second human West Nile virus case

State health officials announced Aug. 24 a second human West Nile virus case this year, a man in his 60s exposed in Middlesex County, raising the risk level to high in Boston, Brookline and Cambridge.

Aug 25 · WWLP →

NeighborHealth, Flourish Care expand maternal health partnership

NeighborHealth and Flourish Care announced Monday an expanded partnership to add doula support for MassHealth families in the South End and Roxbury.

Aug 24 · NeighborHealth →

Myles Smith plays Leader Bank Pavilion tonight

Singer-songwriter Myles Smith brings his 'My Mess, My Heart, My Life Tour' to the outdoor Leader Bank Pavilion in South Boston at 7:30 p.m. Monday.

Aug 24 · 92.5 the River →

Boston Bikes holds free Bike Town pop-up at McKay School

Boston Bikes hosted a free drop-in event Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at East Boston's McKay School, teaching kids ages 4-12 safe riding skills.

Aug 24 · City of Boston →

Chinatown Library hosts Late-Day LEGOs today

The Chinatown Branch of the Boston Public Library holds a drop-in LEGO session for kids ages 3-12 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday.

Aug 24 · Boston Public Library →

Red Sox open series against Marlins tonight

The Red Sox (71-59) travel to face the Marlins (67-64) at loanDepot park Monday at 6:40 p.m. ET.

Aug 24 · Bleacher Nation →

Roslindale Porch Fest registration deadline is today

Musicians, performers and hosts wishing to join the September 19 Roslindale Porch Fest must register by Monday, August 24.

Aug 24 · bulletinnewspapers.com →

Boston Triathlon returns to Carson Beach today

The Boston Triathlon holds its Olympic- and sprint-distance races and relay events Sunday, August 23, at DCR Carson Beach in South Boston, following Saturday's free Kids Day.

Aug 23 · VisitMA →

Reckoners close Titus Sparrow concert series Wed.

Reckoners play the final Titus Sparrow Park Summer Concert Series show Wednesday, Aug. 26, 5:30–7:45 p.m. at 75 West Rutland Square.

Aug 23 · Friends of Titus Sparrow Park →

Final free Tai Chi session at Titus Sparrow Park Fri.

Free Tai Chi meets Friday, Aug. 28, 10–11 a.m. at Titus Sparrow Park, the last Friday session of the summer series.

Aug 23 · Friends of Titus Sparrow Park →

SoWa Open Market returns Sunday, Aug. 30

SoWa Open Market runs Sunday, Aug. 30, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. at 500 Harrison Ave. and Thayer Street, with artisans, food trucks, and an Austin Street Brewery takeover.

Aug 23 · SoWa Boston →

Boston Architectural College hosts exhibit during Open Newbury Street

The Boston Architectural College opens its McCormick Gallery for its 2026 Graduation Exhibit Sunday, August 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., during the car-free Open Newbury Street event.

Aug 23 · Boston Architectural College →

Mediterranean wine dinner at Petit Robert Bistro Thu.

Chef Alex Hoel hosts a four-course Mediterranean-inspired wine dinner at Petit Robert Bistro in the South End on Thursday, Aug. 27, 4:30–10 p.m.

Aug 23 · Boston Chefs →

YMCA 175 Fest brings free family fun to City Hall Plaza today

The YMCA of Greater Boston marks its 175th anniversary with a free festival Sunday, August 23, from noon to 5 p.m. at City Hall Plaza, featuring games, live music, face painting, and food trucks.

Aug 23 · YMCA of Greater Boston →

Live music and dinner at Reunion BBQ Friday

Reunion BBQ in the South End hosts dinner and live music with local musicians Friday, Aug. 28, 6–9 p.m.

Aug 23 · Reunion BBQ →

Montaño Quartet brings live jazz to Spectacle Island today

The Montaño Quartet, made up of Berklee College of Music musicians, performs an outdoor concert Sunday, August 23, from 2 to 5 p.m. as part of the 'Jazz on the Porch' series on Spectacle Island.

Aug 23 · Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park →

Club Café stages Xtina vs. Britney drag brunch today

Club Café in the South End hosts its 'Xtina vs. Britney' drag brunch Sunday, August 23, from 1 to 3 p.m., with doors and brunch service starting at 11:30 a.m.

Aug 23 · Club Café →

Bromfield Gallery's 'TOO HOT' show closes today

Bromfield Gallery's South End exhibition and contest 'TOO HOT' closes Sunday, August 23, after running since August 5, with hours Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

Aug 23 · Bromfield Gallery →

San Gennaro Feast wraps up in the North End today

The San Gennaro Feast continues Sunday, August 23, from noon to 11 p.m. in the North End, with food vendors, live entertainment, family activities, and a procession honoring Saint Gennaro.

Aug 23 · Boston 25 News →

Charlestown hosts Community Thrift Market Sip + Shop today

The Anchor Boston hosts Community Thrift Market Sip + Shop Sunday, August 23, from noon to 3 p.m., with local vendors, vintage finds, music, drinks, and waterfront views.

Aug 23 · Meet Boston →

Contreras homer lifts Red Sox past Giants 6-4 in Devers' return to Fenway

Willson Contreras hit a three-run homer Friday night as the Red Sox beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 at Fenway Park, in Rafael Devers' first game back since his trade.

Aug 22 · The Boston Globe →

All South End, Boston briefs Government & development Schools Openings, closings & business

Events & things to do in South End, Boston

Mass. reports two more West Nile virus cases, five total

Red Sox rally past Mariners 9-8 in 10 innings at Fenway

Writers' Room of Boston hosts virtual writing hour

Red Sox host Mariners at Fenway Park Sept. 2

Trident Books hosts 'Skip the Small Talk' social event

BU Art Galleries launch fall semester with dual exhibitions

Ávin to perform free concert at Time Out Market Boston

Doors tribute band brings 1960s rock to City Winery

Boston Braces for 'Allston Christmas' Move-In Day

BPHC Offers Free Move-In Apartment Inspections

Boston's 2nd Annual Labor Day Parade set for Sept. 7

Patriots finalize initial 53-man roster for 2026 season

Boston to host Trinidad flag raising at City Hall Plaza today

South End Library closed Sunday, Sept. 6

SoWa First Friday: Friday, Sept. 4

SoWa Artists Guild holds final August open studios

SoWa Sundays artist studios: Sunday, Sept. 6

Jaylen Brown hosts 741 Frequency Fest at Boston Common

Miles Bonsignore brings comedy tour to the Wilbur Theatre

Holy Cross Cathedral hosts talk on future of parishes

South End's 'Island Vibes' dance night hits Reunion tonight

Kacey Musgraves plays TD Garden tonight

Thousands march for Jesus through Boston streets today

Wu expands free historic tours for BPS families

Fenway Community Center hosts paint night today

Candlelight tribute to Fleetwood Mac lights up Old South Church

Emerson Colonial Theatre marks 40 years of 'Little Shop of Horrors'

Boston reports first West Nile virus case of 2026

Boston College volleyball hosts Air Force in season opener

'The Nina Variations' opens at BCA Plaza Theatre

26th Annual Boston Gospel Fest returns to City Hall Plaza

Boston Lyric Opera closes Central Library courtyard series

IBA hosts dominos and games social hour today

Patty Larkin closes MFA's Concerts in the Courtyard tonight

Shanghai Ravioli recalls 24,900 lbs of uninspected chicken

MFA Boston launches 'America at 250' guided tour today

Titus Sparrow Park wraps summer concert series with Reckoners