Attend the East Boston Latin & Musical Festival
The third annual East Boston Latin Music & Dance Festival will take place on Saturday, September 21, at East Boston Memorial Park from 1 – 7:30 PM. Organized by Sen. Lydia Edwards’ office and local partners, the free event will feature performances by local Latin artists, dance groups, and youth musicians from ZUMIX. Attendees can enjoy live salsa, mariachi, and Colombian rhythms, along with traditional Latin dance performances. Local food and drinks will be available, and public transportation is encouraged. Learn more here!
Last Call Luau at The Layover
On Sunday, September 22 from 2-6 PM join Cunard Tavern for the ultimate summer send-off to the neighborhood’s urban escape! Enjoy tropical vibes, island beats, and killer views. Learn more here!
Celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day
Friday, September 20, is National Pepperoni Pizza Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a Santarpio’s Pizza? Located at 111 Chelsea Street, this family-owned and operated pizza joint is a fan favorite among residents!
Treat yourself to some seasonal ice cream
It’s the best of both worlds. Ice cream combined with the seasonal flavor of fall! Petrova Chocolates has APPLE CIDER DONUT ICE CREAM complete with a hefty amount of apple cider donut pieces from Wilson Farms! Ready to-go cups & pints available! Go get some this weekend!
Pick Your Own Apples
Venture out of the neighborhood and pick yourself a bushel and peck of farm-fresh apples. Here are our picks for 5 Places To Pick Your Own Apples!
Sports!
Red Sox vs Blue Jays – Thursday, September 19 at 6:30pm, Friday, September 20 at 7:10pm, Saturday, September 21 at 4:10pm, Sunday, September 22 at 1:35pm
New England Patriots vs. New York Jets – Thursday, September 19 at 8:15pm

Alexa Battista Baker is a freelance writer and publicist with a passion for storytelling and discovering the best of Boston and beyond. Alexa lives with her husband, son, and dog, Winnie.
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