June Activities in the Boston Area
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There are many fun activities for families to enjoy in the Boston area in the month of June. Check out our list of June activities and events happening in the Boston area and have a great start to your summer!
Zootopia at Franklin Park Zoo
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Where: 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA, 02121
Age: kids, teens, adults
Cost: see website
Join Zoo New England for Zootopia, the wildest event of the year, at Franklin Park Zoo! Attendees will enjoy an evening in the Tropical Forest and Gorilla Grove, with chances to see Moremi and Madikwe, the African painted dogs. The event features special animal ambassador appearances, a silent auction, dinner, and dancing. The evening invites guests to wear their best animal-inspired attire. Proceeds benefit Zoo New England’s mission to inspire and educate future conservation leaders.
Caribbean American Heritage Festival
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: 1350 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, 02110
Age: kids, teens, adults
Cost: free
June has been designated as National Caribbean American Heritage Month. Caribbean Americans have contributed to the development of the United States in extraordinary ways. Come out and enjoy a festival presentation of our heritage, music, food, arts and craft vendor and more. Live bands, dancing, and more.
ParkARTS Summer Watercolor Painting Workshops
When: beginning Saturday, June 1, 2024 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: 1010 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118
Age: kids, teens, adults
Cost: free
Looking for a free, fun activity to enjoy in a park near you? Join one of our watercolor painting workshops, lead by a local artist in various parks throughout the City of Boston! The Watercolor Painting Workshops enable artists of all skill levels to create their own green space-inspired masterpieces.
Legacy Littles Bubble Show with Bubbles McGee
When: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where: The Green at Legacy Place, 680 Legacy Place, Dedham, MA, 02026
Age: infants, toddlers, kids
Cost: free
Burst out of your every day ‘bubble’ and join us on The Green (located in front of J.Crew) for an exhilarating, mesmerizing bubble show! Bubbles McGee will captivate you with GAZILLIONS OF BUBBLES, creating a unique interactive experience using wands and nets of all shapes and sizes. A treasure trove of fun for everyone involved, it’s a guaranteed bubbly time for all!
Salem Arts Festival 2024
When: Friday, June 7, 2024 – Sunday, June 9, 2024
Where: 32 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970
Age: all ages
Cost: free admission
Join us as we celebrate over 15 years of celebrating local creators. Art and creativity heal and connect our community. Arts and Culture are an integral part of day-to-day life in Salem. This annual festival has become a source of pride and revenue for hundreds of creative professionals and a major economic boost to the local community, with over 7500 attendees annually.
Strawberry Festival at Cider Hill Farm
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024 – Sunday, June 16, 2024 8:00am – 6:00pm
Where: Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, MA, 01913
Age: all ages
Cost: free admission
Celebrate all things strawberries at the farm! Take in free live music, hard cider, family-friendly activities, hayrides, homemade strawberries treats and PYO strawberries. The multi-day event features free live music, outdoor hard cider bar, family-friendly activities, hayrides, food truck, homemade strawberries treats and PYO strawberries.
Hampton Beach Master Sandsculpting Competition
When: Thursday, June 20, 2024 – Saturday, June 22, 2024
Where: 22 C St, Hampton, NH, 03842
Age: all ages
Cost: free
The fun begins when 200 tons of sand from a local quarry will be transported to Hampton Beach for the sculptors to pound up. The sand at Hampton is too porous for the sculptors to work with, but once combined with water, the imported fine-grain sand gets pounded and molded into something special. Check out these fun June activities.
Framingham Summer Concerts on the Common
When: Fridays beginning Friday, June 21, 2024
Where: Framingham Centre Common, 2 Oak St, Framingham, MA
Age: all ages
Cost: free
Enjoy an evening of great music with family and neighbors. Features a dance floor for the kids, food vendors, raffles, and more! Bring a blanket or chair, sit back, and enjoy the show. Concerts are on Fridays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Framingham Center Common.
Braintree Fourth of July Celebration & Fireworks
When: Saturday, June 29, 2024
Where: 128 Town Street, Braintree, MA, 02184
Age: all ages
Cost: free admission
Enjoy an Open Air Flea Market, Stars and Stripes Parade, Musical Entertainment, Food booths, game booths, Gala Fireworks Display Set to Music, and more. May the joy of freedom, food, and music fill your hearts while enjoying the best and biggest firework celebration south of Boston!
Salisbury Beach Summer Concerts
When: Saturdays beginning Saturday, June 29, 2024
Where:
Age: all ages
Cost: free
Enjoy live music on Saturday nights at Salisbury Beach this summer! Many types of bands and music will be featured – so let the good times roll! If you’re looking to dance, party, have fun or just sit back and enjoy the show, these June activities at Salisbury Beach are the place to be.