Shred + Recycle Event (BU Medical Campus)
BU Sustainability and Information Security host the Spring Shred + Recycle event at BU Medical Campus on April 7–8, 2026. Bring sensitive docs, hard drives, and electronics for secure shredding and recycling. Open to faculty, staff, and students with on-site guidance on recycling and keeping BU accounts secure.
Harvard University Baseball vs Northeastern University - Semifinals
Watch Harvard take on Northeastern in a marquee college baseball semifinal at Harvard’s Cambridge campus. Live on ESPN+ with a tense, playoff-ready atmosphere, featuring rivalries, classic college ballpark vibes, and a chance for the winner to advance to the finals.
Duck Boat Challenge
Join Boston Parks and Recreation for the Duck Boat Challenge at Boston Common. This family-friendly community event celebrates youth sports with a fun, team-based duck-boat pull and friendly competition. Free to attend and great for families looking for outdoor activity and city pride.
Community Volunteer Day in Franklin Park
Join Boston Parks and Recreation’s Urban Wilds Division for a morning volunteer day at Franklin Park. Help remove non-native plants and contribute to habitat-wall construction to restore local ecosystems in Long Crouch Woods, starting at 10:00. This outdoor, beginner-friendly activity is free and open to families and adults.
Duck Boat Challenge
Join Boston Parks and Recreation for the Duck Boat Challenge at Boston Common. This free, family-friendly outdoor event invites kids and families to participate in a playful youth-sports challenge that promotes fitness, teamwork, and community spirit in a historic city park.
Women's Tennis vs Brown
Harvard women's tennis hosts Brown in a spring afternoon showdown at the Beren Tennis Center in Boston. Fans, especially students, are treated to free pizza and hats as two top college programs battle it out on the outdoor courts.
Harvard University Women's Tennis vs Brown University
Varsity women's tennis match between Harvard and Brown in Cambridge, MA, with live streaming via Stretch Internet. A showcase of top collegiate players on campus courts, highlighting Ivy League rivalry and competitive, fast-paced rallies.
Baseball vs. Merrimack
Join the crowd at Parsons Field for a collegiate baseball showdown as Northeastern hosts Merrimack at Friedman Diamond. This sunny afternoon game offers classic campus ballpark vibes, cheering sections, and a fun, family-friendly outing in an NCAA home matchup.
Harvard University Men's Lightweight Rowing vs Dartmouth/MIT
Harvard's men's lightweight rowing team faces Dartmouth and MIT in a collegiate regatta on the Charles River in Cambridge, MA. A fast-paced crew showdown showcasing technique, teamwork, and school pride.
Beginner Backpacking: CT Appalachian Trail
Two-day beginner backpacking trip with BU Outdoor Programs. Learn gear basics, how to pack 30–40 lb loads safely, and hike 8–14 miles total over two days on Appalachian Trail-adjacent routes in NW Connecticut (location TBD). Transportation from the BU Fitness and Recreation Center is provided.
The Next Loop Endurance Series - New England
Kick off at 8:00 am in the Boston area for The Next Loop Endurance Series in New England. Runners tackle repeated loops on a dedicated course, testing stamina across the regional endurance circuit. Open to adults seeking a serious but supportive race atmosphere and a chance to push personal limits.
Gregory's Run 4 Hope 5K
Gregory's Run 4 Hope is a charity 5K in the Boston area. The outdoor run begins at 8:00 AM on April 11, 2026, with a family-friendly route, cheering crowds, and proceeds supporting a hopeful cause. Lace up for a community-boosting mix of cardio and goodwill.
Spring Clean-Up
Join Northeastern University and Boston residents for the annual Spring Clean-Up to beautify neighborhoods around campus. Volunteers will work on projects across the South End, Fenway, Mission Hill, and Roxbury, starting at 9:30 am on April 11, 2026. Register to help spruce up the city and build community.
New England Revolution vs. DC United
An MLS regular-season matchup between the New England Revolution and DC United at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. Expect a high-energy outdoor soccer night with devoted fans, regional bragging rights, and the roar of a packed stadium.
Delhi Stride Half Marathon 2nd edition
Delhi Stride Half Marathon – 2nd Edition offers 21k, 10k, and 5k routes through Delhi, with a 5:00 AM start. Expect sunrise crowds, city vistas, and a festive road-race atmosphere as runners chase personal bests for INR 999.
Bailey's Run for Autism
A Boston-area charity run to support autism awareness and research. Bailey's Run for Autism launches at 8:00 AM and invites runners of all levels to participate or sponsor, with an outdoor course that family members can enjoy together.
NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter
Join NSKS for a charity Run & Walk in the Boston area on April 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM. This fundraiser supports food and shelter initiatives, inviting participants to run or walk through local streets for a good cause. An inclusive, community-focused outdoor event suitable for adults and families.
TCS Shoveltown 5K
Join the TCS Shoveltown 5K in the Boston area for an outdoor run open to all levels. Expect a scenic, well-supported route, a friendly community vibe, and a great workout for casual runners and families alike.
Baseball vs. Maine
Cheer on the Northeastern Huskies as they host the Maine Black Bears at Friedman Diamond inside Parsons Field. This daytime college baseball game promises a lively campus atmosphere in Boston, with fans, snacks, and competitive play.
Sunset Kayaking
Join BU's Outdoor Programs for a sunset kayak trip on the Charles River. An easy paddle with city skyline views, calm waters, and vibrant colors as the sun sets—perfect for relaxation and light outdoor adventure.
Harvard Sailing: Boston Dinghy Cup Fleet Race
Harvard sailors compete in the Boston Dinghy Cup Fleet Race, a college regatta on the Charles River near Harvard in Cambridge, MA. This watch-friendly event spotlights collegiate sailing skill and teamwork as dinghy fleets race for line honors in a classic New England nautical setting.
Intermediate Backpacking: Monadnock Sunapee Greenway
Two-day guided backpacking trip with BU Outdoor Programs along the Monadnock–Sunapee Greenway (Washington, NH to Mt. Sunapee). Travel from the BU Fitness and Recreation Center to the trailhead is included. Expect ~20 miles and 4,500–5,000 ft of elevation on rugged terrain with established campsites; prior backpacking experience is required.
Lexington Lions Patriots Day 5 Mile Road Race
Join runners for the Lexington Lions Patriots Day 5 Mile Road Race on April 18, 2026, at 8:00 AM in the Boston area. This community road race blends Patriots Day tradition with a scenic loop, offering a spirited morning for adults and families with a finish-line celebration and sponsors along the course.
B.A.A. 5k
Kick off the morning with the B.A.A. 5k, a classic Boston-area road race organized by the Boston Athletic Association. A spirited, public running event through urban streets, it welcomes runners of all levels and wraps up with a celebratory finish.
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