In addition to being America’s first public botanical garden, Boston Public Garden also hosts two of the Hub’s most beloved spring traditions. First, the Return of the Swans on May 7 beginni

Photo: James RoseThere is no shortage of seafood in Boston, yet when it comes to truly fresh oysters, clams and the like, more is always welcome. Enter Select Oyster Bar (50 Gloucester St., 857-239-80

Not many stage shows can take you back in time—much less twice. Such is the case with the touring musical Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story on Stage

Hokusai, Under the Wave off Kanagawa, about 1830–31 You may not know the name of the artist behind it, but chances are you’ve seen the image above—or at least a parody of it. One of the mos

A city-wide celebration of the art of photography, the annual Flash Forward Festival spreads its wings this year with gallery exhibits all over the area

  A tradition of Boston Marathon weekend that continues for its 38th year, the John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo—packed with more than 200 vendors showcasing the latest athletic, heal

  An event eagerly anticipated by craft beer lovers each spring, the Boston Beer Summit has been satisfying thirsty locals for 16 years now. Coinciding with Boston Marathon weekend, this eve

    Outside of New England, the holiday of Patriots’ Day is largely unfamiliar to most Americans—unless you’re a marathon runner, that is. This unique holiday, celebrated only in