Move over, Southie, Dot has a Sunday Funday destination of its own, Dot Fun Day
A marketplace of makers, designers, artists, caretakers, drinkers, doers, and dreamers
A new summer tradition is coming to Dorchester! Dot Fun Day, a new open-air market, is set to debut on Sunday, May 31st, in the former Dorchester Tire space — and it sounds like there will be a little something for everyone.
Organizers are planning a fun, community-focused setup featuring local food and shopping vendors, craft workshops, kid and pet zones, and, maybe, even a beer garden. The vision? Creating a space where neighbors can gather, hang out, and connect all summer long.
The first market will kick off with a smaller group of vendors, with plans to reach full capacity as the season progresses. Dot Fun Day is expected to run every Sunday through October.
Opening Day Highlights:
- 11am-4pm
- Vendors include Ikigai matcha, diddy burger, pynrs , Lizzie’s bakery (who will there every Sunday)
- VACMass Banh Mì Competition featuring many local banh mi shops and restaurants
- Bounce Houses for kids
- Pet Zone hosted by city paws
Make sure to follow Dot Fun Day on Instagram for the latest!
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.
Why were they open on 5/24/26 which was past weekend? The article since it was to be open this coming weekend. The loud noise and yelling kept all the seniors up for hours. Not a good place for this.
I think they rescheduled their opening celebration due to the weather to this Sunday.
That was a charity pickle ball tournament. Very on brand for area seniors to be complaining about a daytime event.