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Things to Do in Boston This Long Weekend: HONK!, Oktoberfest and Free Museum Days

Boston’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day long weekend has street bands, cultural festivals, a neighborhood parade and a free museum day on...

Boston’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day long weekend has street bands, cultural festivals, a neighborhood parade and a free museum day on the calendar. Several of the biggest events cost nothing to enter, so you can make plans without committing to a pricey ticket. Here are the standout options from Friday, Oct. 9, through Monday, Oct. 12.

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