Eat well. Give back. Celebrate Dorchester

Looking for a good excuse to grab dinner or a drink in Dorchester? Dine Out DOT is a new fundraising incentive,  giving neighbors the chance to support local restaurants while also helping raise money for the beloved Dorchester Day Parade. Organizers say the fundraiser is all about celebrating the neighborhood and shining a spotlight on the restaurants that help make Dorchester such a vibrant community. Participating restaurants will support parade fundraising efforts over the next few weeks, so every meal out helps give back.  Takes place May 7-31st! Get all the details here!

5 Things to Expect from the Ashmont Hill Yard Sale – May 16th

A sign of spring in the neighborhood! It’s the Ashmont Hill Yard Sale. Over 40 homes are expected to participate in this annual event that takes place on Saturday, May 16th from 9am-2pm. Here are 5 Things You Can Expect!

Franklin Park Kite + Bike Festival

It’s opening day in Franklin Park! Don’t miss out on this 50-year tradition at the Franklin Park Kite + Bike Festival on Saturday from 12pm-4pm.  You can learn more here! 

• You can make a kite, buy one, or bring your own!
• Food trucks
• Bikes to try for younger kids with Countdown to Kindergarten
• Bicycle repair station by REI

Started in 1969, the Kite & Bike Festival is a Boston tradition that gathers more than 1,000 people at Franklin Park each May to enjoy picnicking, kite flying, bicycles & music. One resident describes the Kite & Bike Festival as “My favorite day ever in the twenty years I’ve lived in Boston!” Picture endless blue skies dotted with colorful kites, children and families running and laughing across bright green fields — this event is not to be missed! Hosted by the Franklin Park Coalition.

Ribbon Cutting Community Event at new Panda Express

Looks like a new fast-casual spot is headed to South Bay! Panda Express!  Panda Express, the largest American Chinese dining concept in the U.S., will officially open its newest (and only!) location in Dorchester on Friday, May 15. This marks the first new Panda Express in the Boston area in eight years. A Community Celebration and official ribbon cutting with the Chamber is planned for 2:00 pm ET on Friday, May 15 to help welcome Panda Express to the neighborhood. The first guest will receive a special gift, and the first lucky 88 guests in line will get a free t-shirt. We’ll also be presenting a $5,000 check to the Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester to support their important work in the community.

Help Clean the Murphy School

Calling all friends of the Murphy School! On Saturday from 9am-3pm, stop by and help with a spring cleanup! If you can’t make it, you can show some support by dropping off some petunias or marigolds to plant!  You can register to sign up here! 

Mizery Loves Company Drag Brunch at Blend

On Sunday May 17th, Mizery is bringing an all star cast of performers to Blend for a fun drag brunch at Blend! The last brunch completely sold out! So grab your tickets now before they’re gone!

Sip & Shop returns to The Nightly on Saturday

Come mingle with friends and neighbors, enjoy a drink or two on the terrace, and shop an amazing line up at The Nightly. There will be an additional floor with plenty of space to roam and shop! Perfect opportunity to join a great line up of local small businesses and vendors for an afternoon of browsing and shopping.  Takes place on Saturday from 3pm-7pm.

Shuck it Sundays at Yellow Door

SHUCK IT 🦪 Sundays are THIS and every SUNDAY – 4 p.m. to close (or while supplies last) – at all 3 @yellowdoortaco locations! Enjoy $1 oysters!  Pair perfectly with one of Yellow Door’s margaritas!

Sunday Funday at Blasi’s

Enjoy a Karaoke Lunch with a Ladies of the 80s theme at Blasi’s on Sunday, May 17th from 1pm-4pm with DJ Jay Gillespie!

SPORTS!

Red Sox vs. Braves – Friday, May 15th at 7:15pm, Saturday, May 16th at 7:15pm and Sunday, May 17th at 1:35pm.

NBA Playoffs Schedule here

NHL Playoffs Schedule

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!

Check back! This list may be updated.