Boston · Saturday, September 12, 2026
2026 Boston Arts Festival (Saturday)
2026 Boston Arts Festival (Saturday) on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Christopher Columbus Park (Festival). Cost: Free. Best for: preschool, school-age, tween.
Boston's only fine arts and live music festival devoted exclusively to Boston-area talent, held in the historic waterfront setting of Christopher Columbus Park. Family friendly and always free, with juried artists showing and selling work alongside a full day of local musicians. Rain or shine.
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This is an annual Boston tradition — see the Boston Arts Festival annual guide.
Plan your visit
Venue hours: 24/7 — check the official page for holiday changes.
Nearby family spots
- Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park — Outdoors · steps away
- Boston Common — Outdoors · 0.9 mi
- Nashua Street Park — Outdoors · 0.9 mi