Plan your vacation around these 5 must-see Boston events!

From South Boston’s legendary St. Patrick’s Day Parade to the dawn muskets of Patriots’ Day and the world-renowned Boston Marathon, spring in the city is packed with energy and tradition. As summer approaches, Somerville’s PorchFest fills neighborhood streets with music and creativity, while fall brings the Head of the Charles Regatta - an international rowing spectacle that transforms the Charles River into a stage of athletic grace and community pride. Whether you’re here for the cheers, the culture, or the camaraderie, Boston’s big events deliver the city at its most vibrant.