DCR Hatch Memorial Shell

DCR Hatch Memorial Shell is a music venue Beacon Hill Boston located in United States.

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  • Phone

    (617) 727-9547

  • Website

    hatchshell.com

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    Music Venue

Address

1 David G Mugar Way Boston , MA 02114 United States

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concerts boston pops picnics landmarks movies films Zumba classes festivities college students trains events
Emily N.

A great spot for free concerts , a great spot for a picnic ! Love this little Boston gem.

JNET

Not many things in life are free. This....is one of them. Check the calendar once the weather starts warming up. Music concerts , festivals , movies ...even yoga classes :)

Music Drives Us

Full Name: Edward A. Hatch Memorial Shell. In addition to its 4th of July events , one of the most memorable shows was 9/9/94 when Green Day held a free concert , sponsored by WFNX for college students !

IWalked Audio Tours

Site of annual July 4th concert attended by 500K+ every year and watched by 6MM+ on TV . In 1974 added cannons. Don't miss bronze names engraved on steps of famous composers. More info on blog. <LINK> Read more

BU Today

Get fit for free with the "Healthy, Fit, & Fun" series offering fitness favorites—like Zumba , yoga , & CrossFit—every weekday through the end of August. Read more

Garrett OBrien

Any 4th of July this is the place to be in Boston -- but ARRIVE EARLY, as there are more than 300,000+ in attendance and it is first come, first spot... no reservations , and bring everything you need

Blair Klein

Free Friday night movies in summer. Great family fare.

Al Chase

Lots of great free concerts all summer - not just on the 4th of July.

Jeremy Krantz

Frequently used for free movies and free concerts , check for their schedule online

John Peckham

Also take a nice walk along the river . GP across the bridge and see the unique Arthur Fiedler bust. Almost as unique as the maestro himself!

Amanda

The upcoming film "TED" was filmed locally in Boston. I was an extra in a concert scene filmed here.

UrbanAmp

On Friday nights over the summer, WBZ Radio sponsors movie nights at the shell. August 19th: Rango & August 26th: Iron Man 2. Remember: bring chairs & a blanket!

John Peckham

Remember that the Hatch Shell is not just about the Fourth of July ... There are many celebrations here each season to suit all tastes!

Liyah S

Great for the free summer concerts . Bring chairs and food and you can have a picnic with friends.

Big Sister Association of Greater Boston

Free Friday Flicks at the Hatch Shell from July 15 to Aug 26. Bring a blanket & lawn chair for family friendly movies . Starts at 6pm. Read more

Youssof Mal

Free Outdoor Classical Music Concerts every summer for about 8 weeks.

Burton Cummings

Great Venue. Great Weather. Great Crowd. I love Boston.

Kyrah R

Beautiful 4th of July performance by the Boston Pops and friends

Rachel I.

Free concerts on Wednesdays in the summer!

Coco

Sweet place to skate !

David Kerr

Free concert !

Judith Frieh

Boston Pops concert !

User

Here for the filming of ted

Jennifer Badum

Heard BSB cool

aaron chio

Friday flicks in the summer!

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