Boston Seaport Kicks Off Market Season with the Return of the Seaport Summer Market series on May 10 and Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market series on May 18
Boston, MA – April 29, 2025 – Bringing shopping outdoors for the summer season, Boston Seaport by WS announces the return of two open-air shopping destinations. Seaport Summer Market kicks off its fourth season on May 10, celebrating local entrepreneurship, craftsmanship and art with a rotating collection of over 100 vendors throughout the season. Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market returns for its sixth season on May 18 and will once again showcase an exciting mix of 60+ unique businesses each month, owned by a celebrated community of Black creators and makers. This year’s Seaport x Black Owned Bos. moves to a Harbor Way with even more space to shop, dine, and enjoy various activities. Both markets are free, open to the public, and dog-friendly. See full details below.
Saturdays & Sundays, 11am – 6pmMay 10-11, May 17-18, May 24-25, May 31-June 1, June 7-8, June 14-15, June 21-22, June 28-29, August 23-24, August 30-31, September 6-7, September 13-14, September 20-21
88 Seaport Boulevard
Taking place over thirteen weekends, Seaport Summer Market will showcase over 80 vendors each weekend from a rotating collection of over 100 businesses. It will also feature an outdoor food and beverage area, a live DJ spinning summer favorites, and special family-friendly programming, including an instrument petting zoo from Fort Point Artists Community (FPAC)from 1pm to 3pm on Sundays, a bubble machine, and lawn games.Seaport has once again partnered with The Makers Show to curate an exciting lineup of vendors for this season’s markets. The 2025 roster features a diverse group, with a strong focus on local, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses. Shoppers can expect a dynamic blend of returning favorites and fresh new artisans, offering everything from clothing, jewelry, and skincare to home décor, pet goods, original artwork, packaged treats, and much more.
Highlights include:
- Wella Woods, bath and body (NEW)
- Symtarae, apparel and accessories (NEW)
- Banyan & Birch, home decor (NEW)
- J.A. Woodworking, home (NEW)
- Lilly’s Bone To Pick, pet accessories (NEW)
- Bessie, press-on nails and accessories (NEW)
- Allison Cole Jewelry, jewelry (NEW)
- April Farm, rare succulents (Returning)
- Solette, bath and body (Returning)
- With Love, Paint, apparel and accessories (Returning)
- Birdie & Claire, apparel and accessories (Returning)
- Line & Co, jewelry and accessories (Returning)
A delicious line-up of dining options rounds out the experience. The outdoor dining area will include artisanal ice cream from Matki Artisanal Kulfi Ice Cream, empanadas by Bocadillos, North East of the Border’s authentic Mexican food, Caribbean dishes from ZaZ Food Truck, and hummus bowls from The Hummus Shop, and a new Seaport Sips bar featuring beers from Jack’s Abby and Nightshift Brewing, wines from Pernod Ricard, summer-inspired specialty drinks like a red sangria and summer spritz, and a menu of mocktails with mixers from Simple Sips.
“Every time you visit the Seaport Summer Market, you’re supporting a vibrant community of creatives, foodies, and dreamers. By shopping local, you’re reinvesting in the local community — something more important now than ever,” said Julie Feltman and Tiziana Indelicato, Co-founders of The Makers Show. “Whether you’re indulging in sweet treats, enjoying live music, or exploring over 80 unique shops each weekend, the Seaport Summer Market is the perfect way to soak up community vibes, shop craft, and champion the local hustle.”
For more information on Seaport Summer Market, visit the event page here.
3rd Sunday of the Month, May–October, 12pm – 6pmMay 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19
12pm – 6pm
New 2025 Location: 111 Harbor Way
Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market 2024; Credit: Boston Seaport by WS, Nick Brady
Now in its sixth season, the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market returns in 2025 with its signature mix of eclectic vendors and creative community support for local businesses. This year celebrates local entrepreneurship and artistry with over 60+ Black-owned businesses, highlighting a dynamic range of talent and creativity. Enhancing the 2025 shopping experience, the outdoor market will expand its footprint and move to Harbor Way. Guests may also sip, shop and stroll with beverages and food from rotating vendors, enjoy giveaways and more. Also returning this season is The Tot Spot by The Little Cocoa Bean Co., a fun-filled area for kids to enjoy toys and games.
Happening every 3rd Sunday from May through October, the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market will showcase a new theme each month:
- May: Rhythm & Bloom
- June: The Cookout
- July: Fun in the Sun
- August: Art & Soul
- September: Rooted in Wellness
- October: Fall Fest
“The move to a new location in the Seaport marks an exciting new chapter for the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market. Last year, the partnership celebrated five incredible seasons, and now it’s time to take it up a notch. This expanded footprint allows us to create even more of an experience—welcoming more shoppers and guests, and giving visitors the space and time to explore, connect, and truly experience the richness of what the market has to offer.” — Jae’da Turner, Founder, Black Owned Bos.
The beloved market is an ongoing collaboration between Boston Seaport by WS and Black Owned Bos. All vendors featured at the market are members of Black Owned Bos.’ distinguished local network and each will have their own tented area to showcase their wares. This year’s lineup will showcase an exciting array of products, encompassing everything from skincare, botanicals and home fragrances, to decor, apparel, jewelry, art, gourmet foods, and more. This season’s highlights include:
- Sweeties, New Zealand-style ice cream (NEW)
- Earl’s Pottery Shop, handmade goods (NEW)
- Ninanest, handmade decor and gifts (NEW)
- MarTias Cakes, sweet treats (NEW)
- Hillside Harvest, island inspired sauces (Returning)
- Hope Design, apparel and accessories (Returning)
- House of Art & Craft, handmade scent goods (Returning)
For more information on Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market, visit the event page here.
Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.
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