Events on the Greenway
Bocce Tournament
July 12, 2026
If you are interested in attending, please click the button below to fill out the form. Once filled out, select the option to save a copy directly to your computer and email copy to Lisa@maryellenwelchgreenway.org. The cost is $20 a player, or $30 per team.
What is Happening This Month
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The Greenway is bringing us back to the 70's and 80's, musically and actively with Disco- Roller Night! Enjoy the music by Flylife Creative and performances by Roller Girl group Swervalicious. A few surprise performances by the Floor Lords breakdancers! Bremen Street Amphitheatre |
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Join Riverside Theater Works "Sweet Harmony" for a night to celebrate America with Patriotic tunes and Broadway Classics! Bremen Street Amphitheatre |
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VIDEO OVERVIEW
Summer on the Greenway 2025
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We celebrated Lunar New Year on the Greenway with a special performance by Kwong Kow Chinese School. Children had a blast crafting horses, symbolizing the Chinese zodiac animal for 2026. Prosperity red envelopes filled with chocolate coins were handed out along with orange slices and Chinese cookies symbolically bringing everyone good luck and health in the New Year! Special thanks to East Boston Public Library and Samantha Wu Topolski!
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted “Christmas on the Greenway” on Sunday, December 7th at Bremen Street Park. In addition to the beloved annual luminaria event, this year’s celebration featured a festive holiday performance by Sweet Harmony of Riverside Theater Works in Hyde Park, presented in partnership with the Trustees One Waterfront.
The highlight of the day was a special visit from Santa Claus, who delighted children by handing out goody bags filled with treats, including a free ride on the Rose Kennedy Greenway carousel! All activities took place at Massport’s beautifully decorated Bremen Street Park, creating a magical holiday atmosphere for the community.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway collaborated with Massport to make the event extra special. Massport hosted a fun ornament-making activity for children, provided sugar cookies, and arranged for Santa to arrive in style on an official Massport Fire Truck- much to the delight of families!
To end the evening, Santa boarded an exclusive MBTA Blue Line “Santa Express” train to Maverick Station, where families joined in singing Christmas carols along the way.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway extend their heartfelt thanks to Massport, MBTA, Trustees One Waterfront, State Representative Adrian Madaro, East Boston Holiday Light Committee, Gemini Digital, and the Rose Kennedy Greenway for their generous support.
Photo credit: John Gilooly
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway held Dia de Muertos at on the East Boston’s Greenway. Entertainment was provided by Chica Fuego & The Gringos, traditional “Catrina”, altar and refreshments of Pan de Muertos and churros.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway in partnership with the Trustees One Waterfront held a Halloween Bike Ride and crafts event with the Friends of the East Boston Public Library. Another successful event with our partners to highlight the beauty of East Boston’s Greenway.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway in partnership with the Trustees One Waterfront and the East Boston Artists Group presented Art in the Park on the Greenway. Artists lined up the pathways with artwork and music filled the air with African Drum Beating.
Photos by Agnieszka Rytych-Foster @agniephoto
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented an Evening with the Nick Grondin Group! Local musician Nick and his ensemble entertained the audience with jazz tunes. A native of East Boston, Nick enjoys performing right in his backyard.
Photos by Agnieszka Rytych-Foster @agniephoto
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented a night of dancing and grooving on the Greenway! DJ Felix and David Winston were spinning under the stars!
Photos by Agnieszka Rytych-Foster @agniephoto
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented That’s Entertainment! Pure Harmony performed under the local and very talented Riverside Theater Works located in Hyde Park. The troupe sang tunes from Disney Classics, to Broadway showtunes and music from the movies.
Photos by Agnieszka Rytych-Foster @agniephoto
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented a series of Dance Nights on the Greenway.
Judit Gaspar from Champion Dance Sport Club and professional dancers, Christopher and Holly led the evenings with instruction, group participation and performances for the audience. The Greenway sizzled this summer!
Photos by Agnieszka Rytych-Foster @agniephoto
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented “Pure Soul” featuring lead singer Jonathan Gramling. The crowd enjoyed sounds of Luther Vandross, Al Jarreau, The Isley Brothers, The Temptations and so much more!
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented “Poetree in the Park” with East Boston native Essmaa Litim at the helm. Women from all over gathered to recite original poetry to an audience at Bremen Street Park. Smooth DJ sounds, food and lots of love surrounded us on the Greenway.
Photos by Felix Cutillo http://www.Flylifecreative.com
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented “Big Band Night” with Spa Jazzy and dancers from Champion Dance and Sports Center. The crooners’ voices resonated at Bremen Street park over complimentary gelato and games for the children. Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Glenn Miller and more!
Photos by Dr. Sherri Raftery
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway presented World acclaimed accordion player Cory Pesaturo with Smooth 360.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted the weekly stroller walk and special guest Little Groove! Toddlers danced and sang to songs and shaked maracas!
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted a pup cup social with Hungry Tails, local pet shop and Bono Catering at the Dog Park in Bremen Street Park. Treats for pooches and humans and personalized photo magnets were given to all.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted movie night on the Greenway featuring “Sing” to the delights of children and adults. Free popcorn, candy and gelato as people gathered and relaxed in the beauty of Bremen Street Park.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted the first in the 2025 Summer music series featuring Spanish guitarist Zaira and Eastie’s own Soprano Sonja Tengblad.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted an American Revolution event to commemorate Revolution 250. Children created time period toys and played games, while being entertained by a fife and drum duo.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway along with the Trustees One Waterfront hosted a bike ride along the Greenway. We welcomed all wheels, including our friends Walk and Roll. The City of Boston provided free bike repairs, Children’s Hospital provided free helmets for children and adults.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted a kick off to Bocce Nights on the Greenway! Cannoli, biscotti and fun on the courts as players showed off their bocce skills!
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway hosted a microgreens planting event. Ramon from Microgreens by the Sea instructed adults and children and each participant took home a personal plant.
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway enjoyed some school vacation fun with the kiddos during April school break. A magic show, limbo contest and dance along with gifts of “Save the environment” coloring books with crayons as take aways to celebrate “Earth Day”
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway celebrated St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday March 15, 2025 in front of the East Boston Public Library. Festivities included live music, arts and crafts for children, refreshments and more!
The Friends of the Mary Ellen Welch Greenway celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the East Boston Public library. Children shared their thoughts on footprints on how they can make a difference in this world, in the words of Dr. King. Artwork will be on display in the library.
