SpotHero Spring Picks: Our Top 6 Things to Do in Boston This Spring

If you’re anything like us, you’re ready for spring. Here’s a rundown of our favorite things to do in Boston this spring!

Watch the Red Sox at Fenway

Date: The Red Sox home opener is Thursday, March 30. You can view the entire regular season schedule here.

Location: Fenway Park

Cost: Ticket price varies based on opponent

Details: Nothing says spring like a day at the ballpark. When the weather is nice, grab your friends and head over to Fenway to cheer on the Red Sox!

LGBT Film Festival

Date: March 31-April 9

Location: Emerson Paramount Center

Cost: Free – $11 based on the event. You can find tickets here.

Details: Wicked Queer is the largest LGBT media event in New England, bringing together film lovers of every gender and sexual identity. Films are available to be viewed virtually as well as in person. Visit the main site for details about the film line-up as they are made available.

Boston Marathon

Date: Monday, April 17. Waves begin at 9 a.m.

Location: Starts on Main Street in Hopkinton and finishes near the John Hancock Tower in Copley Square. You can find the course map here.

Cost: Free to cheer! | $205 for race registration for qualifying participants only.

Details: The Boston Marathon is one of the biggest events of the year! Every year, it’s held on Patriots Day, the third Monday of April. Even if you’re not running, you can still join the hundreds of thousands of spectators lining the streets of Boston. You can find more information on the race here.

Lilac Sunday at Arnold Arboretum

Date: May 14

Location: Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Boston

Cost: Free!

Details: Spend a day admiring the Arboretum’s collection of 400 lilacs in full bloom. Visitors can also enjoy tours, special children’s activities, and more. Learn more here.

Explore the Public Garden

Dates & Hours: Open daily 6 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Location: Boston Public Garden, 4 Charles St.

Cost: Free!

The first public botanical garden in America has a lot to offer, especially on a nice spring day. Bring a picnic, or go on a leisurely stroll. Time spent at the Public Garden is never wasted.

Jet off on spring break

If you’re heading out of town for spring break, we wouldn’t hold it against you. Catching a flight? Just remember to reserve your airport parking spot in advance!

Happy spring, Boston!


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