Friday, June 1
One of Arlington’s largest, cultural events of the years is happening this weekend – the St. Athanasius Greek Festival. Enjoy food, games, rides and fun activities for the entire family. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Athanasius the Great church, 4 Appleton St., Arlington.
Tom Brady Best Buddies Football Challenge
Best Buddies Challenge weekend kicks off today at Harvard Stadium with Tom Brady’s Best Buddies Football Challenge. Catch Tom Brady, Julian Edelman and other celebrity guests on the field. This event is free or $30 with Team Tom Brady T-shirt. 6-8:15 p.m., Harvard Stadium, 79 N Harvard St., Allston
It’s the first Friday of the month – go check out the artists, galleries, shops and restaurants as the SoWa Art + Design District opens its doors to the public. 5-9 p.m., SoWa Boston, 450 Harrison Ave., Boston.
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The 2018 Salem Arts Festival kicks off tonight. Grab the family and enjoy this three day, free family-friendly festival that transforms downtown Salem into a place for the arts community to showcase their talents. 6-9 p.m., Salem, MA.
ICA First Friday: Island Breeze
Head on over to the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston’s First Friday event. Tonight they team up with Boston Caribbean Fashion Week for the 4th year in a row to kick off summer on the waterfront. Enjoy fashion on display, DJ Mikey D, Riddim Symphony, live performances, sunny cocktails, dancing, contemporary art and harbor views. Free for members, $15 for non-members, 5-10 p.m., Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston.
Museum of Fine Arts First Fridays
Join the folks at the Museum of Fine Arts tonight and kick off the weekend with fine art, music, signature cocktails, tapas and more. Tickets are $25, seniors and students are $23 and free for members. 6-9:30 p.m., Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston.
50 Percent off Friday Nights at the Museum of Science
Now through the end of August, enjoy 50 percent off exhibit halls admission from 3- 9 p.m. Grab your family or friends and explore everything the museum has to offer at this discounted rate. Plus starting at 6 p.m. you can also enjoy beer, wine, small plates and oysters in the museum’s Riverview Cafe. You can also add Omni and Planetarium shows at a discounted rate of just $6.
Saturday, June 2
Red Sox Weekend at the Museum of Science
It’s Red Sox Weekend at the Museum of Science Enjoy baseball- inspired science and engineering activities. You’ll find Wally and Tessie, along with baseball-themed live presentations, photo opportunities and more. $20 for children 3-11, $25 for ages 12 and up. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Museum of Science, 1 Museum Of Science Driveway, Boston.
Destination Dino at the Franklin Park Zoo
It’s a prehistoric journey through time at the Franklin Park Zoo’s Destination Dino experience. Come face to face with these amazing creatures of the past, dig for fossils and more. Tickets are $21.95 for adults, $19.95 for seniors 65+, $16.95 for children 2012 and free for children under 3. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston.
The 2018 Salem Arts Festival kicks off tonight. Grab the family and enjoy this three day, free family-friendly festival that transforms downtown Salem into a place for the arts community to showcase their talents. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Salem, MA.
One of Arlington’s largest, cultural events of the years is happening this weekend – the St. Athanasiuss Greek Festival. Enjoy food, games, rides and fun activities for the entire family. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Athanasius the Great church, 4 Appleton St., Arlington.
Celebrating its eighth season, this open-air artisan market features talented area artists, crafters and independent designers. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, 185 Kneeland St., Boston.
The Market Bar at Boston Public Market
Saturday afternoons enjoy a beverage while you shop or dine throughout the Boston Public Market. Stop by the special Market Bar in the HUB for local beer and wine selections. 1-5 p.m., Boston Public Market
Join Taza Chocolate for a family-friendly, truffle making workshop this afternoon at the Boston Public Market. You even get to take home a dozen truffles when you’re done. Tickets are $28-32. 1 p.m., the Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
Russ at Blue Hills Bank Pavilion
Rapper Russ brings his 2018 I See You tour to the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion tonight. Tickets start at $51. 8 p.m., Blue Hills Bank Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., Boston.
Enjoy live music tonight on The Lawn on D with Hit Play and DJ Joe Haederle. 7-10 p.m., The Lawn on D, 420 D St., Boston.
Sunday, June 3
Red Sox Weekend at the Museum of Science
It’s Red Sox Weekend at the Museum of Science Enjoy baseball- inspired science and engineering activities. You’ll find Wally and Tessie, along with baseball-themed live presentations, photo opportunities and more. $20 for children 3-11, $25 for ages 12 and up. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Museum of Science, 1 Museum Of Science Driveway, Boston.
Head on out to Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield for a nature festival fearing Marcia and Mark Wilson of Eyes on Owls, along with an insect zoo, native reptiles, face-painting, children’s games and activities, and more. Admission is $20 per car (members and nonmembers). 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Ipswich.
Destination Dino at the Franklin Park Zoo
It’s a prehistoric journey through time at the Franklin Park Zoo’s Destination Dino experience. Come face to face with these amazing creatures of the past, dig for fossils and more. Tickets are $21.95 for adults, $19.95 for seniors 65+, $16.95 for children 2012 and free for children under 3. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston.
The SoWa Open Market is back for its 15th season. Enjoy this weekly celebration of local artisans, farmers, food trucks, brewers, musicians and more. While you’re there enjoy a selection of local brews, stay for a lawn game and enjoy live music. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 530 Harrison Ave., Boston.
The 2018 Salem Arts Festival kicks off tonight. Grab the family and enjoy this three day, free family-friendly festival that transforms downtown Salem into a place for the arts community to showcase their talents. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Salem, MA.
One of Arlington’s largest, cultural events of the years is happening this weekend – the St. Athanasius Greek Festival. Enjoy food, games, rides and fun activities for the entire family. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Athanasius the Great church, 4 Appleton St., Arlington.
Celebrating its eighth season, this open-air artisan market features talented area artists, crafters and independent designers. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, 185 Kneeland St., Boston.
