Jul 6, 2026
Boston Chinatown Main Street Summer Festival 2026
Chinatown Main Street Summer Festival runs July 6, 2026 at the Chinatown Gate on Beach Street with lion dance, martial arts, and vendor booths.
Chinatown Main Street Summer Festival is listed for July 6, 2026 at the Chinatown Gate on Beach Street** with lion dance, martial arts, and vendors per community listings.
When: July 6, 2026 Where: Beach St / Chinatown Gate, Boston, MA
Confirm hours on chinatownmainstreet.org.
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