Weekend Picks – June 26th

Community Appreciation Day
Join the Parade Man and Dot House Teen Center for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, food, music, games, and community as we celebrate the people who make our neighborhoods special! Special Olympics Basketball Game – Gaming Lounge – Sneaker Raffle – Free Manicures – Food – Live DJ – Games & Activities. Hosted by Massachusetts’ favorite family-friendly entertainer, The Parade Man! This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of community, connection, inclusion, and appreciation. Bring your friends and family, and let’s make memories together while recognizing an amazing year of growth and achievement. Takes place on Friday, June 26th from 12pm-4pm at the DotHouse Teen Center 1353 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA
Strength Beyond Muscles Men’s Wellness Event at btone Dorchester
Calling all men! Experience btone’s signature full-body training experience, TONE. Through a unique series of complementary exercises, this 45-minute class hits every muscle in your body using our custom reformer, TONEy. Takes place on Saturday, June 27th at 4pm. Plus you get a special gift for participating! You can register here.
Moakley Park Community Meeting
Join the City of Boston for an in-person community meeting at Moakley Park on Saturday, June 27th at 12pm! There will be food, music, and activities to learn more about the park project and share your feedback. The event will be held at the picnic area near Saunders Stadium. You can register here.
Country Fridays at Landmark Public House
Dust off those boots, Dorchester — a little country is heading your way. Country Fridays at Landmark Public House is featuring Cassidy Deadwater Live on Friday at 9pm. Grab your friends and get ready for a new Friday night tradition in Dorchester!
Boston X June Deal
Now through the end of June, receive $80 OFF your Jeuveau treatment at Boston X! Looking to smooth fine lines and wrinkles? This is one of Boston X’s biggest neurotoxin promotions of the year.
🎉 BONUS: Every Jeuveau treatment received between June 1 – 30 is automatically entered to win:
– A Lululemon Crossbody Bag
– ZO Skincare Products
– Sunscreen Essentials
Offer valid June 1–30, 2026, and only applies to Jeuveau only and cannot be used for Botox or Dysport treatments. Also – We also during this week (June 22-29th) enjoy a complementary syringe of filler when you buy two!
Frozen Margaritas at Yellow Door
Add drink frozen margaritas at Yellow Door this weekend! Pairs perfectly with chips and guac.
Free Workout at Malibu Beach – Fit Fete with Socafusion
Enjoy a free high-energy soca dance class by the water on Saturday from 10am-11am at Malibu Beach brought to you by Save the Harbor/Save the Bay.
Burgers and Bloody Marys
Burgers and Bloody Marys this weekend at 224 Boston! One of the best burgers around, order one up at brunch on Sundays 10-3.
Funk Fest Concert at Strand Theatre
We want the Funk! From waacking and locking, to popping and breaking, experience the movement and energy of street and club dances from the 1970s. You just might get invited up to show us what you’ve got. A 10-piece funk ensemble plays 1970s music onstage so you can get down to the sound! This fun event takes place on Saturday at the Strand Theatre. Get all the details, including ticket information, here.
Books + Brews at Dorchester Brewing Company
Books and Brews Boston is headed to Dorchester Brewing Company! Please bring a gently used book (or books) to swap. Dorchester Brewing will have its delicious beers on tap for you to sip while you swap your books and shop from Parkside Bookshop. Any remaining books at the end of the swap will be donated to the Prison Book Program. This event takes place on Sunday, June 28th from 12pm-2pm. You can get all the details here.
Korean Fusion Cooking Workshop: Kimchi Shakshuka
Join educator Cori Ahn for a warm and flavorful culinary experience where Korean and Middle Eastern traditions meet. This program features a creative fusion dish inspired by shakshuka, reimagined with the bold, tangy flavors of kimchi. Participants will enjoy a tasting of sourdough bread and a light arugula salad, along with a conversation about fermentation, flavor, and cultural connection. Registration is required to attend on Saturday, June 27, at the Adams Street Branch of the Boston Public Library. Get the details here.
SPORTS!
Red Sox vs. Yankees – Friday, June 26th at 7:10pm, Saturday, June 27th at 1:10pm and Sunday, June 28th at 7:20pm.
World Cup Matches – check out the schedule here.
If you’re watching the game this weekend, check out our list of 10 places to catch the action in Dot, or check out 12 of our favorites in South Boston!
FIFA World Cup Fever
The FIFA World Cup is coming to Boston (well…Foxboro), and whether you’re lucky enough to have tickets to a match or plan on watching here in the neighborhood, we’ve got you covered. From where to watch the games and can’t-miss fan festivals to special events, watch parties, transportation updates, and street closures, this guide has everything you need to make the most of one of the biggest sporting events in the world. Get ready, Boston—it’s about to get nuts! Get all the details here.
Have a fun-filled weekend! Thank you to our Caught in Dot readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local neighborhood media efforts!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.

