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Memorial Day Weekend in Boston

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It's summer. Well, not technically, but you what I mean. Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the unofficial start to the season, and that means beaches, barbeques, and maybe even a little yard word are open for business. With the college students finished for the semester, and many Bostonians hoofing it to the Cape, islands, and mountains, Memorial Day weekend can be a quiet time in the city. That means it's the perfect weekend to check out some of the city's top attractions before the summer rush, and you can kick the season off in style with these Memorial Day events.
  • Street performers at Faneuil Hall

    Back for another season of entertaining tourists and the lunch crowd, these local street performers - from balloon artists to musical acts to magicians - are a staple of summer in the city.

  • Boston's Run to Remember
    May 29, 2011

    Honor the lives of Boston law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty with this unique race (choose between a half marathon or a five-mile course) through the city of Boston. Proceeds go to community programs of the Boston Police Runner's Club..

  • Hooray for Hollywood
    May 28, 2011, 8 p.m., $30-$119

    Famed composer John Williams brings some of his most famous movie scores, including those from the Star Wars and Indiana Jones series, to Symphony Hall for a special show.

  • Memorial Day Ceremonies
    May 28, 2011, 11 a.m.

    Don't forget what the holiday is all about. Boston will host the 65th Annual Memorial Day services at Charles A. MacGillivary Veterans Memorial Park.

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