Boston is heating up this June with an abundance of not-to-be-missed events.
Last year’s Le Diner en Blanc was one of the summer’s hottest events.
6/2
THE BEACON HILL ART WALK
This month, Bostonians can immerse themselves in both music and artwork at The Beacon Hill Art Walk. While classical musicians play throughout the day, visitors will flock to the historic streets of Beacon Hill for bursts of color, from handmade paintings to pottery by over 70 artists. 135 Charles St.,beaconhillartwalk.com
Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival attracts gourmets from all over the country.
6/6-6/9
MARTHA’S VINEYARD FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Four days of only the finest, freshest seafood and wine—count us in. Foodies can spend the weekend of June 6 to June 9 at the Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival indulging in tasty bites by restaurants from across the region: think curated culinary experiences, private dinners and grand tastings featuring top chefs. mvfoodandwine.com
6/7- 6/8
RED BULL CLIFF DIVING
Gaze at 24 of the world’s best cliff divers leaping and twisting into the Boston Harbor from the Institute of Contemporary Art. Men dive from a 27-meter-high platform and women from a 21-meter-high platform, plunging into the Atlantic Ocean. 25 Harbor Shore Drive,redbull.com
6/8
ROAD OF RAINBOWS PRIDE 5K
Kick off Pride month by celebrating runners of all genders at the Road of Rainbows Pride 5K. Over 1,800 participants and 10,000 spectators gather at Brewer Fountain—funds support the Road of Rainbows and Boston Theater Company’s Queer Voices Festival. Brewer Fountain in the Boston Common,adventuresignup.com
6/9
BOSTON HONG KONG DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
Behold the first and oldest dragon boat festival in North America. Over 50,000 participants and spectators can delight in food vendors, cultural performances and more as 68 teams race in 40-foot-long Hong Kong style boats across the Charles River. 953 Memorial Drive, Cambridge,bostondragonboat.org
6/14-6/16
RED SOX V. YANKEES
Get ready to cheer on the Red Sox at Fenway Park as they take on one of their biggest rivals: the Yankees. Last year’s season concluded with a whopping win for the home team—a nine to four game victory. 4 Jersey St.,mlb.com
6/19-6/24
NANTUCKET FILM FESTIVAL
This month, venture to Nantucket for a celebration of top screenwriters while previewing an array of films, from documentaries to comedies. This year, attendees can view fan-favorite film, Winner, directed by Susanna Fogel. 17 S. Water St., Nantucket,nantucketfilmfestival.org
6/21-6/23
NEWPORT FLOWER SHOW
Chrysanthemums, lilies and peonies galore—celebrate the beauty of blooms at the Newport Flower Show. Returning to Rosecliff with the theme “At Home,” the showcase features various floral designs and botanical arts—botanophiles can head to the marketplace for a post-show shopping spree. 548 Bellevue Ave., Newport, RI,newportmansions.org
6/22
LE DINER EN BLANC
Don your chicest white attire for one of Boston’s most exclusive summer soirées. Reminiscent of high French society’s elegance and glamour, the evening brings over 1,500 locals together, but the location remains undisclosed until arrival at the event. boston.dinerenblanc.com
6/30
BRANDI CARLILE
Eleven-time Grammy Awardwinning singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile is bringing her talents to Tanglewood for one night only. From country to folk and rock, Carlile uses her mystical voice to spread activism. Listen to songs like “Your Story” under the summer sun. 297 W. St.,brandicarlile.com
Photography by: STUDIO B PHOTOGRAPHERS; DAVID WELCH
