Where:
Puerto Rican Veterans Memorial
1440 Washington Street
Boston, MA, MA 02118
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
Art, History, Kid Friendly, Music
Event website:
https://www.puertoricanfestivalofma.org/
The Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts begins with a powerful tradition: the raising of the Puerto Rican flag high above the city. As the red, white, and blue rise into the sky, the community gathers to honor heritage, resilience, and the contributions of Boricuas across the Commonwealth.
Drums echo with the rhythms of bomba and plena, elders share stories of the island, and younger generations stand proudly, carrying the culture forward. The ceremony is both a celebration and a reminder—Puerto Rican identity thrives here, rooted in history and alive in every voice, every cheer, every flutter of the flag in the Boston breeze.
It is a moment of unity, pride, and cultural joy that marks the official start of the festival and brings the spirit of Puerto Rico to Massachusetts.
Monday, Jul 13, 2026 goes until 07/25
Boston Area Spanish Exchange (BASE)
Friday, Jul 03, 2026 goes until 07/05
Sam Adams Boston Taproom & Sam Adams Boston Brewery