(Spoiler: Everything. Everything is happening.)
Boston in April is basically the Beyoncé of cities — serving iconic looks (hello blooming Public Garden), historic drama (shoutout Paul Revere), and a lineup of events that’ll have your calendar sweating.
Whether you’re a history buff, a marathon maniac, or someone who just really likes watching ducks and drinking wine in the same weekend — there’s truly something for everyone. Here’s your rundown of all the can’t-miss stuff going down in Boston this month:
1. Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit
📍 Boston Children’s Museum | Daily
If your child’s fashion icon is a small cartoon tiger in a red zip-up hoodie, this is the event for you. Step into the world of Daniel Tiger and relive all the cozy PBS vibes without needing to sing the cleanup song. (Though, you probably still will.)
2. Paul Revere’s Ride Reenactment
📍 Hancock-Clarke House | Apr 18
Paul Revere gets his annual moment with this dramatic midnight gallop reenactment. If you’ve ever wanted to watch a guy on a horse yell about the British, Lexington’s got your back.
3. Boston Marathon Fan Fest
📍 Copley Square Park | Apr 18
Even if you’re not running, you can still soak up the vibes, grab some merch, and maybe fist-bump a former champ. There’s live music, activities, and a final race clinic for those last-minute “how do I run 26.2 miles” questions.
4. Swan Boats Return!
📍 Boston Public Garden | Apr 19, recurring daily
Your annual chance to float across the tiniest pond imaginable in a pedal-powered swan. Wholesome, weirdly calming, and surprisingly romantic.
5. Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington
📍 Lexington | Apr 19
It’s like “Hamilton,” but with more powdered wigs and fewer spontaneous raps. This early-morning event recreates the moment that kicked off the American Revolution. BYO patriotism.
6. Aziz Ansari Live
📍 Boch Center Wang Theatre | Apr 19
Comedy royalty Aziz Ansari is swinging through Boston to deliver hard laughs, fresh perspectives, and probably at least one joke about pasta. You deserve a night out.
7. The Boston Marathon
📍 Hopkinton to Boston | Apr 21
The Super Bowl of running. The Beyoncé of marathons. Call it what you will — the Boston Marathon is legendary. Even if you’re not racing, you can cheer on the brave souls, hydrate aggressively, and claim emotional victory from the sidelines.
8. Earth Day Charles River Cleanup
📍 Various Charles River Locations | Apr 25 at 10 a.m. & Apr 26 at 12 p.m.
Time to channel your inner Captain Planet. Over 3,000 volunteers come together to clean up the Charles River — removing trash, battling invasive plants, and flexing those noble community service muscles. Gloves = BYO, but picker-uppers will be provided. Save the earth, look cool doing it.
9. Japan Festival Boston
📍 Boston Common | Apr 26–27, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Boston’s most vibrant weekend returns with a wild mix of Japanese culture, food, cosplay, and performances. Basically, it’s like stepping into an anime, but with better snacks and more sunshine.
10. 250th Midnight Ride Celebration
📍 Concord Museum | Apr 26
Celebrate 250 years since Paul Revere dramatically shouted through the streets like a colonial town crier with a flair for the theatrical. Expect music, food, dancing, and extremely historically respectful partying.
11. Big Queer Food Fest
📍 High Street Place Food Hall | Apr 28
LGBTQIA+ chefs and food creators are taking over Boston with this massive, fabulous celebration of identity and indulgence. Come hungry, leave satisfied, possibly covered in glitter and sauce. Over 40,000 square ft of chefs & restaurant stalls, vendors, entertainment, and more!
12. Greek Independence Day Parade
📍 Boylston to Boston Common | Apr 27
Boston’s streets come alive with music, dancing, and more baklava vibes than your carb-loving heart can handle. Join the crowd, grab a gyro, and celebrate Greek culture. Come join us on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 1PM for the the annual Boston Greek Independence Day Parade commemorating Greece’s march to freedom which began on March 25th, 1821. The 2025 Boston Greek Parade will begin at the corner of Exeter and Boylston Street with the EU flag in front of Lenox Hotel in Boston Massachusetts. Immediately following the parade, the Boston Common will transform into “Plaka,” Athens’ central square, with a Greek cultural celebration packed with Hellenic heritage. The New England Evzones and local Greek dance troupes will perform dances from all over Greece, while supporters will be encouraged to try their hand at Greek dancing and indulge in authentic Greek food which will be provided by Greek street trucks and vendors.
13. Baseball Beanpot
📍 Fenway Park | Apr 29
College baseball at Fenway? Don’t mind if we do. Four schools battle it out in this beloved Boston tradition. This doubleheader will feature Boston College, Harvard University, Northeastern University, and the University of Massachusetts. Bring your foam finger and questionable sports superstitions. General admission tickets are only $15 each!