Atlantic Wharf's Summer Bash

A free family-friendly waterfront celebration featuring live music, creative activities, dragon boat rides, popsicles, and more.
About this Event

Join us for Atlantic Wharf’s Summer Bash, a free family-friendly celebration featuring live entertainment, waterfront activities, creative experiences, and more.

Taking place along Boston’s scenic waterfront, this annual celebration brings together local organizations and activities for visitors of all ages.

🎉 Event Highlights

• Live music presented by Berklee College of Music
• Interactive kids’ concert with Little Groove
• Watercolor activity with Boston Children’s Museum
• Popsicle-themed craft and water sensory station with Minni
• Face painting
• Dragon boat paddle rides in the Fort Point Channel with Ohana NE
• Wooden truck decorating with The Greenway
• Complimentary fruity popsicles from Wild Pops
• Waterfront education and activities with Boston Harbor Now and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay
• More Than Words Pop-Up Book Shop, with books available for purchase

🎶 Live Entertainment

Enjoy live music presented by Berklee College of Music.

Little Groove will also lead an interactive kids’ concert filled with singing, dancing, and movement.

🎨 Hands-On Activities
Watercolor Activity with Boston Children’s Museum

Create your own watercolor artwork during a hands-on activity with Boston Children’s Museum.

Popsicle-Themed Craft and Water Sensory Station with Minni

Get creative with a popsicle-themed craft and explore a playful water sensory station with Minni.

Wooden Truck Decorating with the Rose Kennedy Greenway

Back by popular demand, kids can decorate their own mini wooden truck to take home. Meet the Greenway team and learn about the events, programs, and activities happening on the Greenway throughout the summer.

Face painting will also be available throughout the event.

🚣 Waterfront Experiences

Experience the Fort Point Channel from the water during a dragon boat paddle ride.

Visit Boston Harbor Now and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay's tabling to learn more about Boston’s harbor, shoreline, and waterfront.

🍓 Complimentary Treats

Cool off with a complimentary fruity popsicle from Wild Pops while supplies last.

📚 Pop-Up Book Shop

Browse a selection of books from More Than Words, with books available for purchase.

Bring your friends, family, and summer spirit. We’re excited to celebrate with you!

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