Things to do in Boston this weekend of April 21 | Image credit: Green Newton
Our picks for fun things to do in Boston this weekend (April 21 – April 23) include Newton’s Earth Day Festival, Charles River Cleanup, Sheepshearing Festival, and more!
There’s always lots going on in Boston in terms of events and activities. There are fun things to do in Boston for adults and also Things to do in Boston with family. Our weekly round-up brings you the best things to do in Boston this weekend.
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For more on the latest in Boston, check out our Things to do in Boston this Week and our Things to do in Boston this Weekend with Family guides. These are also updated every week with the best on entertainment, food & drink and deals across Greater Boston!
Also remember to check out our recent posts on Tax Day Deals in Boston, Earth Day 2023 Events in Boston, April Vacation Week 2023 Events and Activities, Free Things to do in Boston, and the Best Road Trips from Boston!
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Things to do in Boston this weekend of April 21, 2023 – Friday
NERAX Cask Beer and Cider Festival
Things to do in Boston this Weekend of April 21 | Image credit: NERAX
Hit up your pals and join the longest-running real ale festival in the US! Check out the outstanding selection of around 100 real ales and ciders over the course of four days and get to taste the best of the best.
When: Friday – Saturday, April 21 – 22, 2023, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Lithuanian Citizens Association, 368 W Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127
How Much: $7 – $15
Earth Day at Curio Spice Co!
Celebrate Earth Day with your pals at Curio Spice! There will be spiced snacks, live music, entertainment, and so much more to enjoy. There will also be a portion of the event where you’ll writer 2023 Earth Day resolutions and tape them to the front window to share with anyone who walks by.
When: Friday, April 21, 2023, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Curio Spice Co, 2265 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
How Much: Free
USS Constitution Museum Kite Festival
Visit the USS Constitution Museum this Spring Recess with the kids and explore the power of the wind through various crafts and family-friendly activities all week long. The kids will get to learn how the wind affects our daily lives and how important it is in powering things like the USS Constitution ship. Then, at the end of the week, get to enjoy the public Kite Festival. Fly your own kites or simply enjoy the view.
When: Friday, April 21, 2023, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: USS Constitution Museum, Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA 02129
How Much: Free
Charles River Cleanup
Things to do in Boston this Weekend of April 21 | Image credit: Charles River Regional Chamber
Get outside this weekend and support the local community at the Annual Charles River Cleanup for Earth Day! Help pick up trash and maintain the trail along the river. Gloves, bags, and all tools will be provided plus lunch after the cleanup. The event is free, however, spaces is limited and registration is required.
When: Friday, April 21, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: Benjamin Mills Park, near 1 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02481
How Much: Free
Get The Lowest Price On The Very Popular Boston Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour
Explore the best that Boston has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour of the city. See Boston’s top attractions—like the USS ‘Constitution’ and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to name a few—on the loop. Enjoy discounted admission to attractions like the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum with the purchase of your tour.
Board one of the orange-and-green trolleys at any of the stops and enjoy the view with live commentary from an expert guide who knows the city inside and out. Learn about the history and happenings of Boston, a city known as the Cradle of Liberty, as the trolley rolls along from one location to the next. For one, or two consecutive days, hop off at any of the attractions for a closer look, then hop back on when it’s convenient.
14 stops and 33 points of interest!
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Things to do in Boston on Saturday, April 22, 2023
Sheepshearing Festival
Image credit: Gore Place
The Sheepshearing Festival at The Gore Place is baaa-ck! Head on over this spring recess 2023 and check out 100 crafters and fiber artists, demonstrations of sheepshearing and herding dogs, wagon rides, historic re-enactors, and all sorts of fun activities for the kids.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Gore Place, 52 Gore St, Waltham, MA 02453
How Much: $20 for adults | Free for kids 12 and under
Party for the Planet at Franklin Park Zoo
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Spend a fun and engaging day to raise awareness for the planet and all it has to offer us at the Franklin Park Zoo!
There will be animal enrichment activities, games and activities, zookeeper chats, and conservation stations. Here, the kids will get to have fun while learning about important conservation work and how to contribute to a healthy ecosystem and preserve our planet.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121
How Much: Included in admission
Read about more Earth Day Boston 2023 events here!
Blue Man Group Show
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The Blue Man Group is back at the Charles Playhouse for Spring Break week! Grab your tickets now and catch one of their spectacular, hilarious, and exciting shows. There are sure to be plenty of fun surprises and even special performances for the kids.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Where: Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St, Boston, MA 02116
How Much: Starts at $35
Celebrate Earth Day Hike
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Celebrate Earth Day with a fun hike over at Powisset Farm with the family this weekend! Together with the hike, there will be a scavenger hunt. So while you’re on the lookout for insects, animals, and plants that call Rocky Woods home, you’ll also be on the lookout for clues and goodies hidden all around.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Powisset Farm, 39 Powisset St, Dover, MA 02030
How Much: $25 | $15 for kids
Read about more Earth Day Boston 2023 events here!
Wicked Comic Con
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Calling all comic book fans out there! Come on over to Wicked Comic Con for an action-packed day featuring professional all-star DC and Marvel comic book creators, comic book art dealers, and collectible sellers featuring comic books, toys, games, posters, apparel, and many more.
You can also get to meet up-and-coming comic book creators and invest in their creations before they become big.
When: Saturday – Sunday, April 22 – 23, 2023, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115
How Much: $37 | Free for kids 12 and under
Earth Day Festival
Head out with the family or your friends to Neighborhood Produce and celebrate Earth Day with plenty of fun! There will be food, games, and plenty of fun activities to do. Also watch out for pizza from Pizza Project, vegan franks and other goodies from Fanny’s Franks, and refillable goods from Cleenland.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Neighborhood Produce, 691 Broadway Ter, Somerville, MA 02144
How Much: Free
Read about more Earth Day Boston 2023 events here!
Spring Wine and Seltzer Party
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Chill out and get into a festive mood this Saturday with Time Out Market’s Spring Wine and Seltzer party! There will be a variety of wine and seltzers for you to taste plus delicious food options for purchase onsite. There will also be live band/ DJ performances and a silent auction to benefit the Ellie Fund of Project Smile. Of course, watch out for the giveaway of items valued at over $1000.
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: Time Out Market Boston, Landmark Center, 401 Park Dr, Boston, MA 02215
How Much: $49
Get the lowest price on the highly-rated Original Boston Guided Brewery Tour
Learn about Boston’s thriving craft beer scene and sample a variety of libations on this morning or evening brewery tour. Get an inside look at how beer is made and learn about their operations as you visit breweries, cider houses, and distilleries. Visit brewpubs that may include the well-known Samuel Adams or gastropub Meadhall. Round-trip transportation in downtown Boston by air-conditioned van is included.
Get to know Boston’s thriving beer scene on a morning or evening brew tour. Chat with brewery owners and learn about the equipment used to make beer, the brewing process and best of all, what the different kinds of beer taste like.
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Things to do in Boston this Weekend of April 21, 2023 – Sunday
Drink New England Festival
Join the first-ever Drink New England Festival! Reserve your spot for free and get free tastings from up to five different breweries. Additional drinks and food can be purchased on-site. Invite your friends or your family and enjoy the day. Please take note, you must be 21 and above to enter the event.
When: Sunday, April 23, 2023, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02108
How Much: Free
Beverly Earth Fest
Share your love with our home planet at the Beverly Earth Fest! Enjoy local bites and brews, games, music, and a whole bunch of creative, educational, and interactive stations. A few other fun activities to look out for include racing with mini solar-powered cars, testing your wildlife tracking skills, shopping for plastic-free goodies, riding your bike for a free raffle ticket, meeting your scaly/ feathery/ wild neighbors, and many more.
When: Sunday, April 23, 2023, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Lynch Park, 55 Ober St, Beverly, MA 01915
How Much: Free
Newton’s Earth Day Festival
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Head out with the entire family and enjoy a day of fun at Newton’s Earth Day Festival. There will be so many fun activities including an electric vehicle display and test drives, a petting zoo, live music, face painting, and so many delicious sustainable foods.
When: Sunday, April 23, 2023, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Newton City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Ave, Newton Centre, MA 02459
How Much: Free
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