The 4th Annual Pumpkin Float at the Frog Pond

Hallow out a pumpkin and carve in a toothy grin, it’s time for the annual Frog Pond Pumpkin Float from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, October 20. Bring the entire family and send off a jack-o-lantern to illuminate the Frog Pond. Or encourage your children to decorate luminary bags with ghosts and goblins. Each child’s masterpiece will be displayed along the edge of the pond, providing a spooktacular glow for an evening full of music, mazes, a magician, and more.

Pumpkins must be carved and eight-inches or smaller in diameter in order to float. For more information, CLICK HERE.

Scary-Cute: The BID’s Doggone Halloween Costume Parade

Fierce, fabulous, and furry, this Howl-oween celebration is for you and your four-legged friends. Join the Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID) for the Doggone Halloween Costume Parade on Friday, October 27. This adorable annual event is free and every dog will receive a prize. There will also be special prizes for: Best Costume, Scariest Costume, Cutest Costume, and Best Dog & Human Costume. Of course, every creative couple’s costume has had its moment in the spotlight, but let’s face it – your mate won’t woo the judges quite as well as your pooch!

Join in on the festivities from noon to 2 p.m. on Summer Street outside of Macy’s. For more information and to register, CLICK HERE.

Magnolia Bakery Coming to Faneuil Hall

The cupcake craze is making its way to New England with talk of New York’s iconic Magnolia Bakery arriving at Faneuil Hall this fall. While the bakery is best known for its decadent cupcakes, you can’t go wrong with the famous banana pudding. Calories don’t count when it comes to layers of vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and creamy vanilla pudding – well, maybe they do, but keep an eye out for the grand opening and be ready to indulge your sweet tooth.