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  • Friday, January 22 – Sunday, February 21 – Hatched: Breaking Through the Silence

    To mark the 20th Anniversary of the Esplanade Association’s successful public-private partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), the Esplanade Association (EA) will present “Hatched: Breaking through the Silence,” a four week illumination and sound experience to provide a family-friendly and physically-distant celebration at the famed Hatch Memorial Shell. “Hatched” will cut through the darkness of the winter months, offering a public space for joy and optimism in the New Year. The work is an original 15-minute visual and sound performance led by Boston-based creative Maria Finkelmeier of MF Dynamics and is shaped specifically for the 80-year-old amphitheater itself.

    The projection-mapped visuals for Hatched will celebrate the many sounds that Hatch Memorial Shell performers have expressed over the facility’s impressive musical history. Finkelmeier and her team will feature geometric shapes of musical instruments as kaleidoscope pieces, human hands magically tapping, scratching, and creating beats on the surface itself, and colorful animations accentuating the Shell’s Art Deco form – all set to new music composed by Finkelmeier and recorded by local musicians. Featuring a team of predominantly female-identifying artists and directors, Hatched will bring to light a balanced pedestal, an opportunity for underrepresented communities to “break through” and share their skills, vision, and voice.

    Powered by Epson laser projectors, “Hatched” will bring vibrant color and form to the inner surface of the Hatch Shell. With custom-built weather housing for the projectors, the experience presents a rare opportunity to experience projection mapping in the winter months and will bring joy no matter the New England winter weather.

    Major Sponsor Algorand is joined by Sponsors MFS Investment Managers and Wayfair, and Supporter Xfinity and donors to the Esplanade Association’s Public Art Program. Projector Sponsor is Epson, and Project Partners are DCR Massachusetts, and AluminArtz.

    The event will take place January 22 – February 21, from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, starting every 20 minutes at the Hatch Memorial Shell, best reached on foot from the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge. Wear a mask and maintain physical distance from others outside your household. Please note the DCR Hatch Shell cannot be accessed by car, There is no site parking or rideshare drop off on site.

  • Saturday, July 27, 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm – Boston Water Lantern Festival

    The Boston Water Lantern Festival on July 27 at the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way in Boston, is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience.

    Each adult ticket ($30 through June 30, $35 through July 26, $40 day of event) comes with the following:

      – Entry into the festival area
      – Floating lantern
      – Commemorative drawstring bag
      – Marker
      – Wristband


    In addition, the price covers the cost of collecting and removing the lanterns from the water following the event as well as cleaning up any trash that may have been previously been in or around the water. The Festival is a proud supporter of www.water.org, which brings safe water and sanitation to the world through access to small, affordable loans. There is both a need and demand for these loans, because when people have access to safe water, they get time back to go to school, earn an income and take care of their family. It changes their world.

    Purchase tickets at https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/boston.php

  • Wednesday, August 31, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – The Boys from Syracuse

    A landmark Broadway musical from the swing era is reborn on the Esplanade on Wednesday, August 31 beginning at 7 pm. The Boys from Syracuse, based on Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors, is often considered the finest of all Rodgers and Hart creations. Familiar songs include ‘Falling in Love with Love,’ ‘Sing for Your Supper,’ and ‘This Can’t Be Love.’ This ‘concert performance with dancing’ marks only the 2nd professional performance of the inimitable big-band style original 1938 orchestrations. This Boston Landmarks Orchestra concert performance is performed in collaboration with Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, with Christopher Wilkins, conductor, Steven Maler, director, and Yo-El Cassell, choreographer. The DCR Hatch Shell is located at 47 David G. Mugar Way. Free. Rain date Thursday, September 1.

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  • Saturday, September 26 – Moondance Gala

    Save the date for The Moondance Gala on the banks of the Charles River, taking place Saturday, September 26.  This benefit for The Esplanade Association is making life better in the park, from the ground up.  Sip seasonal cocktails, dine on a delectable farm-to-table menu, dance the night away under the stars, and celebrate the restoration of the iconic Hatch Shell Lawn.  For sponsorship opportunities contact mwood@esplanadeassociation.org.

  • Sunday, June 15, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Fun in the Park: Parkland Games

    Sunday is a day of rest, but it doesn’t mean you have to. Have a little fun! Sunday Fun in the Park is a community day promoting healthy living and sense of place. Though geared towards youth and families, there are a variety of activities for all ages, from music and fishing to games and arts & crafts.

    All Sunday Fun in the Park activities are free and open to the public. Activities run from 2:00–4:00pm and are located at the Fiedler Field (near the Hatch Shell and the Fiedler Footbridge). For more information visit www.esplanadeassociation.org.

    Parkland Games
    “A unique opportunity for family, friends, neighbors, and entire communities to come together to play!” Knucklebones, a recreational programming company dedicated to inspiring athletics for all ages for the love of play, will be providing a variety of games geared towards every age group. Whether you want to try hoola hooping, volleyball, bocce, field hockey or corn hole, we have games for all ages and welcome you to get out there and have some fun!

    Fishing off the Docks
    Reel ‘em in! TEA offers kids enthusiastic to fish a chance to catch as many as they can off of the River Dock. Grab a rod and try your hand at nabbing one!.

    Model Boat Sailing
    Parents and kids can learn to maneuver miniature model boats on the Charles River.

  • Saturday, May 31, 1:00 pm – The Esplanade 5K Dash

    Created in partnership between Hill House and the Esplanade Association, this 5K race, to be held Saturday, May 31 at 1 pm, brings our local community together to celebrate the beauty of the Esplanade. Runners of all ages can compete for medals, enjoy the post race activities and just have fun.

    Held in conjunction with Hill House’s annual Backyard Dash family event, the Esplanade 5K Dash will start and end at Fiedler Field. The course loops along the Boston side of the Esplanade, allowing runners to enjoy views of both Boston and Esplanade landmarks like the Hatch Shell and the Teddy Ebersol’s Red Sox Fields.

    A portion of the proceeds from this event will help to fund the Teddy Ebersol’s Red Sox Fields. Both Hill House and the Esplanade Association are non-profit organizations dedicated to improving the urban experience for members in our community. Registration fees are $30 for pre-registration and $35 for on-site registration.  Bibs and T-shirts will be distributed on the day of the race at the registration tables.  For complete information visit http://www.hillhouseboston.org/Calendar_of_Events/The_Esplanade_5K_Dash.htm.

  • Saturday, October 26, 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm – Canine Promenade

    The Esplanade Association’s Annual Canine Promenade is just around the corner.  Don’t miss your chance to join them for this adorable parade of pets dressed in festive holiday costumes.  Whether you are a pet owner or spectator, this is one event that can be enjoyed by everyone.  Meet in front of the Hatch Shell.  Last year over 100 pups came out to the park, and they are expecting a great turnout again.  Following the parade a panel of judges will award prizes for best costume and invite guests to provide some helpful tips for dog owners.  Tickets are $15 a dog if you wish to enter your own pooch.  Sign up on line at www.esplanadeassociation.org.  Thank you www.bostondoglover.com for the perfect picture.

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  • Saturday, April 20, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – 14th Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup

    Want to make a difference in your community? Join thousands of volunteers from throughout the watershed for the 14th Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup! Every year the Cleanup engages over 3,000 volunteers to beautify the Charles River and its tributaries by picking up trash and cleaning the riverbanks at over 100 sites from Milford to Boston. The Esplanade Association is now registering volunteers to participate in the Cleanup!

    Last year volunteers helped remove 40 tons of trash along the Charles River. The Esplanade Association provides volunteers with cleanup supplies, snacks, and a free t-shirt. Following the Cleanup you are invited to a volunteer appreciation picnic at the Hatch Shell with music, games provided by Knucklebones, and other fun. Visit our website, www.esplanadeassociation.org, to find out more. March 14th is the last day to register to participate in the Cleanup. Spots on the Esplanade fill up very fast. We are already at 350 volunteers and we often meet our volunteer maximum of 600 people well before March 14th, so please register now!

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  • Saturday, May 1, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Esplanade Spring Walk

    Put on your walking shoes Saturday, May 1, from 10 am – 12 noon, and join The Esplanade Association’s spring walk, guided by Karl Haglund, noted historian and author of Inventing the Charles River.  Mr. Haglund, who also serves as the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Project Manager for the New Charles River Basin, will delight you with fun facts about the Esplanade as you take in the sights and sounds of the park.  Meet in front of the Hatch Shell, rain or shine.  You may contact Justin Burke at 617-227-0365 for more information, or log on to www.esplanadeassociation.org.

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  • Thursdays through August 27 – Dancing Under the Stars

    Join The Esplanade Association and World Rhythms Dance and Fitness this Thursday on the Esplanade in front of the Hatch Shell for FREE dance instruction and open dance. This week’s featured dance style is SWING!

    Weekly Dance Program Features:

    • Professional dance instructors
    • Different dance style each week
    • Free dance instruction followed by open dance
    • Great for children and adults of all ages

    Join neighbors on Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., to learn new dances, meet new people, and have a fun evening on the Esplanade  FREE!  July 23: Swing; July 30: Ballroom; August 6: Bollywood; August 13: Brazilian Samba; August 20: TBD; August 27: Salsa.  Log on to www.esplanadeassociation.org on Thursday afternoons for notice of cancellation due to stormy weather.