Ten years after Massachusetts voters legalized recreational marijuana, Question 8 could shut down the state's licensed cannabis retail industry. Who is behind the repeal campaign? What happens to medical marijuana patients, Boston dispensaries, jobs and tax revenue? Explore the history of legalization, the lessons of alcohol Prohibition, and what a YES or NO vote means on November 3, 2026.

Boston's Snowport Holiday Market returns November 6–December 27, 2026, bringing more than 130 independent businesses, festive food and drinks, holiday lights, live entertainment, and seasonal shopping to the Seaport District. Discover market hours, free admission, special events, transportation tips, and how to turn your Snowport visit into a memorable Christmas getaway in Boston.

The people who operate the historic Somerville Theatre have purchased its Davis Square building for $12 million, protecting 112 years of movie history, the Crystal Ballroom and a beloved neighborhood landmark.

The 2026 Head of the Charles Regatta brought world-class rowing, lively riverfront festivities, and thousands of visitors to Boston and Cambridge October 16–18. GoBoston explored the action along the Charles River on Saturday, October 17, from racing shells and the famous L.L.Bean Bootmobile to historic Weld Boathouse and the bustling streets of Harvard Square. Enjoy our original photographs, festival highlights, and tips for planning your own Head of the Charles weekend.

Discover Halloween magic at Stone Zoo in Stoneham, Massachusetts. Explore glowing pumpkin sculptures, spooky woodland trails, family attractions, and original GoBoston photographs from Jack-O'-Lantern Nights 2026.

Planning Christmas in Boston? Where you stay can make all the difference. Explore the best neighborhoods and hotels for holiday lights, shopping, the Nutcracker, Holiday Pops, Snowport, and waterfront getaways. Find the right location for your family, romantic weekend, or first Boston Christmas visit.