Happy 617 Day! Today is basically Boston's birthday, so it's only fair that we're handing out presents. Swing by tonight's 617 Day Party, where the raffle table will be brimming with concert tickets, gift cards and a few surprises (three words: pickle prize package).

And while you count down the hours until the party starts (or is that just me?), enter to win tickets to Dino Gala on Friday.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• As America gears up for its 250th birthday, Kayem's new campaign reimagines the nation's defining moments with… hot dogs? See the traveling art exhibit and ketchup on your history.

• It's not every day you get Buju Banton and Stephen Marley on the same stage. Catch two reggae icons at Leader Bank Pavilion on July 9th. Enter for your chance to be there for free.*

• Mastodon, Deafheaven and Alcest on the same bill is HUGE. Catch the metal mayhem live at Citizens House of Blues in September. Win your way on the guest list!*

• Arcángel brings the La 8va Maravilla World Tour to MGM Music Hall in October for a night of reggaeton classics. We’ll meet you on the dance floor.

• Find even more just-announced Boston shows to add to your calendar!

WIN STUFF WEDNESDAY

Why pay for summer plans when you can win them? Throw your name in the hat for concert tickets, comedy shows, gift cards and whatever else I've managed to get my hands on.

• GOLLYLAGGING

• CASEY LOWERY

• JOE FENTI

• BILLY STRINGS

• NONAME

• JEFFERSON STARSHIP

WHENEVER

LOCALS ONLY

• Pride tastes pretty great this year. Check out these local restaurants pouring colorful cocktails, plating festive specials and donating proceeds to LGBTQ+ causes.

• Boston's adding a little more color to your commute with Color Flows, bringing art installations, food trucks and cultural events to DTX and Chinatown all summer long.

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