Apply: MCCA Community Partnership Grants + Hospitality Scholarships Program

The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority invites eligible organizations and students to apply for the Community Partnership Grants and Hospitality Scholarships Program. Learn more by visiting here! Applications close June 5, 2026.

ICA Watershed is back for a new season!

The ICA Watershed—a seasonal space in East Boston dedicated to large-scale artist projects—will reopen for the season with Lucy Raven: Rounds. This is a major new exhibition by Lucy Raven (b. 1977 in Tucson, Arizona) includes the United States premieres of Hardpan, a large-scale kinetic sculpture co-commissioned with Barbican Centre, London, and Murderers Bar (2025) a new moving image installation and the final installment of Raven’s series The Drumfire.  The ICA Watershed will reopen on Thursday, May 21st.

Eastie is going for a World Record

The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) will showcase the organization’s attempt at the Guinness World Records title for World’s Largest Soccer Ball at Piers Park II in East Boston this June, creating a one-of-a-kind waterfront display that can be seen from multiple points along Boston Harbor.   Get all the details here.

¡Viva Chile Boston!

The 12 annual festival ¡Viva Chile Boston! this year featuring special guests coming directly from Chile! You’re invited to enjoy a one-of-a-kind show presented by the Verónica Robles Cultural Center (VROCC). This year, local groups El Ballet Folklórico de VROCC and Corazón Chileno, will bring you the very best of Chile’s traditional music and dance. You’ll also be able to taste delicious Chilean food, cooked and prepared in La Cocina VROCC, bringing you the flavor of Chile. Come and immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Chile, this beautiful South American country—right here in East Boston!  This event takes place on Saturday, May 23rd at 5:30 at the VROCC. Get more details here.

Ain’t no party like a block party!

City of Boston announces applications are open for block party grants! This funding effort encourages residents to connect with their neighbors and experience the joy of building a stronger community. Residents and community groups who apply for the mini-grants can receive up to $750 to purchase food, party supplies, lawn games, and other items for summer block parties to make it easier and more affordable for neighborhoods to hold community gatherings.  You can learn more here.