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The October EditOCT 2—4
Boston’s October starts right here.
October baseball, the Bruins back on the ice, and a weekend of open studios, bold food and new public art. Find your next Boston plan.
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FRI02
SoWa First Friday
Free open studios and galleries. Start the weekend with art along Harrison Avenue.
FRI02
MFA First Fridays
An art-and-music night for ages 21+. Tickets required: $30, or free for members.
SAT03
SpicetoberFest
Free entry at City Hall Plaza. Local food, hot sauces and makers; purchases cost extra.
SAT03
Stone Maps opens
A free public-art opening with Kiyan Williams at Copp’s Hill Terrace.
SUN04
SoWa Open Market
Farmers, artists, local vendors and food trucks. Free entry on Harrison Avenue.
SUN04
Patriots at Bills
Sunday afternoon football on CBS/WBZ. New England plays away in Buffalo.
All times Eastern. Check organizer notices, tickets and transit before leaving. Free entry may exclude purchases.
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