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Thursday Apr 2, 2026

FRIDAY, APRIL 3

SoWa First Friday Gallery Night
5—9 p.m. | SoWa Arts District, Harrison Avenue
Monthly open studios and gallery receptions featuring local artists, exhibitions and neighborhood businesses.Info: sowaboston.com

SUNDAY, APRIL 5

Ringgold Park Easter Egg Hunt
10 a.m. (sharp) | Ringgold Park, 1538 Washington St.
Annual neighborhood egg hunt with a visit from the Easter Bunny. Info: givebutter.com/ringgold-park-2026Fundraiser

SoWa Vintage Market
Every Sunday | 11 a.m.—4 p.m. | 450 Harrison Ave.
Indoor vintage and antiques market featuring collectibles, retro clothing and unique goods. Info: sowaboston.com

TUESDAY, APRIL 7

Ringgold Park Annual Fundraiser
6—8 p.m. | Posto, 1357 Washington St.
Neighborhood fundraiser supporting park maintenance and improvements. Info: givebutter.com/ringgold-park-2026Fundraiser

South End Landmark District Commission Public Hearing (Virtual)
5:30 p.m. | Zoom
Monthly public hearing reviewing proposed changes to historic properties in the South End. Info: boston.gov/landmarks

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

St. Botolph Neighborhood Association Spring Meeting
6:30—8:30 p.m. | Union Church, 485 Columbus Ave.
Community meeting featuring neighborhood updates and discussion with local officials. Info: stbna.org

MONDAY, APRIL 13

Boston Police "Walk in the Park Night"
5:30 p.m. | Ramsay Park
Meet officers from Boston Police community service, bicycle and interaction teams. Residents can discuss park conditions and neighborhood safety concerns. Info: boston.gov/police

TUESDAY, APRIL 14

South End Library Book Club (Virtual)
2—3 p.m. | Online
"The Scoop" book club discusses Cue the Sun! as part of Boston Public Library programming while the South End branch remains closed. Info: bpl.org

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20

Virtual Author Talk: Linda Stasi
6:30—8 p.m. | Online
Author Linda Stasi discusses her novel The Descendant as part of Boston Public Library programming. Info: bpl.org

FRIDAY, MAY 1

SoWa First Friday Gallery Night
5—9 p.m. | SoWa Arts District
Monthly open studios and gallery receptions across the district. Info: sowaboston.com

SATURDAY - SUNDAY, MAY 2 - 3

SoWa Art Walk
11 a.m.—5 p.m. | SoWa Arts District
Open studios weekend featuring artists from the SoWa Artists Guild. Info: sowaartists.com

SUNDAY, MAY 3

SoWa Open Market Opening Day
11 a.m.—5 p.m. | 500 Harrison Ave.
Outdoor market featuring artists, craftspeople, farmers and food trucks. Runs Sundays through November. Info: sowaboston.com

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6

South End Spring Stroll
4—8 p.m. | Throughout the South End
Neighborhood shopping and dining event with extended hours and special promotions from local businesses. Info: southendbusinessalliance.org

FRIDAY, MAY 8

United South End Settlements Neighborhood Gala
6—9 p.m. | Artists for Humanity Epicenter, 100 W. Second St.
Annual fundraiser supporting USES programs and community initiatives. Info: uses.org

THURSDAY, MAY 14

Tropicaliente — Hurley School Annual Fundraiser
6—9 p.m. | Artists for Humanity Epicenter, 100 W. Second St.
Community fundraiser supporting enrichment programs and classroom resources for Hurley School students. Info: cbo.io/app/public/bidapp/tropi26

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

Boston Pride for the People Parade and Festival
Citywide
Parade and festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and advocacy. Info: bostonprideforthepeople.org

SATURDAY, JUNE 20

South End Garden Tour
Various South End locations
Self-guided tour of private and community gardens throughout the neighborhood. Info: southendgardentour.org

ONGOING

South End Stoop Sessions Podcast
Latest episode features Shawna Christensen of Brassica Kitchen + Café discussing the South End dining scene. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other major podcast platforms.