(Boston Orange編譯) 波士頓市長吳弭（Michelle Wu）5月21日宣佈，第五屆「波士頓開放街道（Open Streets Boston）」系列活動將於今年8月至10月的指定主日及週六，在牙買加平原（Jamaica Plain）、馬塔潘（Mattapan）、奧爾斯頓-布萊頓（Allston-Brighton）及羅斯林代爾（Roslindale）等四個社區步道舉行。
該活動旨在將車道轉化為行人專用公共空間。今年活動時間為上午10時30分至下午3時，車輛管制時間為上午9時至下午4時，沿線禁止停車時間自上午6時起。活動日期依序為：8月2日星期日於牙買加平原、9月12日星期六於馬塔潘、10月4日星期日於奧爾斯頓-布萊頓。此外，活動將於10月18日星期日首次延伸至羅斯林代爾的科林斯街（Corinth Street）與白楊街（Poplar Street）。
社區參與長米洛爾（Brianna Millor）表示，活動提供鄰里連結並支持當地商家。主辦單位將繼續與承辦商「展現活動」公司（Manifested Events）創辦人布萊恩特（Shana Bryant）合作。該公司至今已在波士頓舉辦19場開放街道活動。
現場規劃有餐車、臉部彩繪、手工藝、互動遊戲及演出。參與夥伴「夢幻兒童水療中心」（Dream Kid Spa）負責人楊（Alafia Young）表示，期待與社區家庭連結。市府今年同步推動由公園與娛樂局及波士頓公共衛生委員會（Boston Public Health Commission）主辦的夏季健身系列活動，並提供街區派對補助金（Block Party Grants）供居民申請。活動始於2022年夏天，首屆於多切斯特（Dorchester）、牙買加平原及羅克斯伯里（Roxbury）舉行。
MAYOR MICHELLE WU ANNOUNCES 2026 OPEN STREETS SCHEDULE
BOSTON - Thursday, May 21, 2026 - Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the 2026 Open Streets Series, a car-free event series that transforms roadways into vibrant, pedestrian-only public spaces during the summer and fall. Now in its fifth year, Open Streets Boston will return to Allston-Brighton, Jamaica Plain, and Mattapan. In addition, the City will bring Open Streets to Corinth and Poplar Streets in Roslindale for the first time on October 18.
“The warmer months provide the perfect backdrop for our Open Streets season, opening up our urban infrastructure as a welcoming and exciting space where families can play safely, residents can connect, and local businesses can help bring the neighborhood experience to life,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. "I’m excited to welcome back this beloved tradition to our city.”
Open Streets allow local businesses to expand into the street and safely make space for music, games, bicycling, and community tabling in Boston’s neighborhoods, reflecting Mayor Wu's vision of Boston as a home for everyone.
All events take place from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Parking is prohibited along the route from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This year’s Open Streets dates are as follows:
• Sunday, August 2, 2026 | Jamaica Plain
• Saturday, September 12, 2026 | Mattapan
• Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Allston-Brighton
• Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Roslindale
With ample space on the routes for activations and tables, the City encourages residents, organizations, and businesses from across Boston to participate in Open Streets Boston events.
“Open Streets brings so much life and joy to our neighborhoods each year. It creates meaningful connections between neighbors while supporting our local businesses in a truly special way,” said Community Engagement Chief Brianna Millor. “We’re excited to come together, dance, eat good food, and celebrate in our streets again soon.”
The annual Open Streets series started during the summer of 2022 with events in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, and Roxbury. Once again, the City of Boston will work with contractor Shana Bryant, founder and owner of Manifested Events, an MBE-certified consulting firm, to execute all events.
"To date, Manifested Events has successfully hosted 19 Open Streets Boston events across the city. We look forward to returning for a fourth year,” said Shana Bryant, Founder of Manifested Events. “We will continue our work alongside city partners, small businesses, vendors, and community members who help make these family-friendly cultural events so impactful each year. Open Streets Boston has become not only a celebration of culture and community, but also an important economic boost for local businesses."
Open Streets programming varies by neighborhood, but all events will feature food trucks, face painting, balloon animals, crafts, interactive games, photo installations, and exclusive performances.
“Dream Kid Spa is excited to return as a programming partner for the 2026 Open Streets season!” said Alafia Young, owner of Dream Kid Spa and long-time Open Streets participant. “We always tell our clients to follow their bubble and wherever it pops is where the magic is. We’re looking forward to connecting with families and the community at Open Streets events this year, and of course, welcoming everyone to our brick-and-mortar in Hyde Park as well.”
The annual Open Streets series is part of the City’s broader effort to create family-friendly, accessible, and free events for all residents. Anyone interested in volunteering can sign up or learn how to get involved by visiting the Open Streets webpage. For programming and dates, see the Open Streets 2026 series.
Additionally, throughout the summer, a variety of city programs will engage community members and visitors, including the Summer Fitness Series, hosted by the City’s Parks and Recreation department and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), which offers a wide range of fitness classes across city parks, and the Block Party Grants, launched by the City to support residents, neighbors, and community groups who are interested in hosting block parties on their streets, fostering community and reflecting the spirit and diversity of Boston.
To learn more about summer programming and additional events, visit boston.gov/summer
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