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3 summer solstice events in Boston

The summer solstice will bring Boston the longest day of the year, with sunrise at 5:07 a.m. and an 8:24 p.m. sunset. Here are a few local events to make the most of the 15 hours of daylight.

A sunburst during the sunset behind the Zakim Bridge.

We will get to enjoy these 8 p.m. sunsets until August.

It’s the longest day of the year, Boston. As we welcome the summer season and 8 p.m. sunsets, stack your calendar with events to celebrate the solstice.

Summer Solstice Celebration | Wednesday, June 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Harvard Museums of Science & Culture, 11 Divinity Ave., Cambridge | Free | Explore the new exhibitions and enjoy musical performances, flower crown activities + mini-golf.

Make Music Day Festival | Wednesday, June 21 | 12-8 p.m. | Locations vary, Downtown Boston | Free | This festival will bring a full day of live musical performances, including Boston Music Project, Jonathan Suazo, and Miranda Rae.

Summer Solstice Celebration | Saturday, June 24 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Rose Kennedy Park Greenway | Free | Register for this outdoor yoga class lead by Soma Yoga Center.

Looking for more events? Visit our community calendar for hundreds of events.

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