Head of the Charles 2026: Rowing, Fall Foliage, Festival Fun & Harvard Square
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.
Why Boston Will Turn Blue Tonight
More than 30 buildings across Boston and Cambridge will illuminate the skyline in blue tonight for the 25th anniversary of September 11. The growing tribute has deep connections to Boston, Logan Airport and the two flights that left the city that morning.