About The City Brief Boston
Your Personal Newsletter For All Local Events in Boston
Boston has been a centre of commerce and culture since the 13th century, and that civic spirit continues today. From the weekly Boston Market to seasonal festivals and community gatherings, there's a real rhythm to local life here, one that deserves to be properly documented and shared. The City Brief exists to help you stay connected to what's happening across Boston. Whether you live in Witham Way Country Park, Kirton, or anywhere else in the area, our weekly coverage keeps you informed about the events, markets, and activities shaping your neighbourhood. We track the recurring calendar that matters: the market days that draw people together, the festivals that mark the seasons, and the smaller gatherings that often go unnoticed but anchor community life. Our coverage spans Boston, from green spaces and residential villages to the town centre where St Botolph’s Church stands as a witness to centuries of local history. We believe that knowing what's on locally isn't just about entertainment; it's about understanding your town and the people who share it with you. Each week, we gather information on what's happening across Boston’s neighbourhoods and venues. Our aim is straightforward: to make it easier for residents to discover events they might otherwise miss, to support local organisers and traders, and to reflect the genuine character of the place we cover. Boston has always been a place where people gather, to trade, to celebrate, to mark important occasions together. The City Brief is here to help you find those moments and stay part of that conversation. Whether it's a regular market day, a seasonal festival, or a community event in your neighbourhood, we’re here to keep you informed about what's happening in your city.
What we Cover
Each week The City Brief highlights events happening across Boston – live music, theatre, food, family activities, markets and more.
Have a look at what's happening this week and this coming weekend.
About The City Brief
The City Brief is a global network of local newsletters. We succeed in sending the best of local information to local people. To learn more, visit our main website.
About the editor
The City Brief Boston is edited by Dean Withey, founder of The City Brief. A former RAF pilot turned founder and investor, Dean has built and sold two technology companies, including ubisend, a conversational AI platform used by the NHS and BAE Systems, and has shipped more than thirty enterprise AI systems over twenty years in tech. He is based in Norwich, England.
Why this site exists, in Dean's words: "In an AI-powered world, you can no longer trust what you see and hear online. The future is local: trusting only what you can see for yourself. The City Brief is the trusted brief for what's happening in your city."
Listings are gathered from venue websites, official box offices and event platforms, then checked and curated before publishing. AI tools assist with drafting; every published page follows our editorial policy.
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