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Click here to vote today for the Charles River Esplanade in USA TODAY’s Readers’ Choice Top Riverwalk Parks! 

The Esplanade Association is a 21-year-old non-profit organization that works to revitalize and enhance the Charles River Esplanade, sustain its natural green space, and build community in the park by providing educational, cultural, and recreational programs for everyone.

Working in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Esplanade Association is dedicated to improving the experiences of the millions of visitors who enjoy Boston’s iconic riverside park.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Frost Fit Winter Fitness Series Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Join us for our FREE Frost Fit Winter Fitness Series 2023 Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts now until March 4. Enjoy amazing weekly workout classes, free hot chocolate, and swag!

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NEWS

2/4 LYNX CLASS CANCELED

Due to extreme weather, the Saturday Workouts with Lynx as a part of the Frost Fit Winter Fitness Series Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts will be canceled.

Be sure to sign up for future classes!

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Vote the Charles River Esplanade as USA TODAY’s 10Best Riverfront Park!

The Charles River Esplanade has been nominated in the USA TODAY 10Best for Best Riverwalk! You can vote for the park and show your love for one of Boston’s Iconic Riverfront Parks.
Voting will continue until 2/6! A person can vote once a day for the run of the contest. You must be 18 or older to vote.

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Support the Gronk Playground Project!

The Esplanade Association is thrilled to partner with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) and former Patriots and Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski to bring a brand new playground to the Esplanade, thanks to a $1.2 million donation from the Gronk Nation Youth Foundation.

Learn more about the Gronk Project on our YouTube channel
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Esplanade Association Announces Charlesbank Landing Project

On September 20, we announced a $20 million gift commitment to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that would fund the establishment of Charlesbank Landing, a two-acre riverfront park enhancement on the historic Charles River Esplanade in Boston.

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E-1-1 Non-Emergency Feedback System

The Esplanade Association strives to make the park safe, happy, and welcoming for all. We have a close relationship with many partners who operate in the park, including the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, Community Boating Inc., Night Shift Brewing, and more. If you see anything that could help us make the park better, please use this form and we will route your comment to the appropriate entity.

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2021 Platinum Seal of Transparency

Our organization earned a 2021 Platinum Seal of Transparency! Now, everyone can see our strategy, metrics, and achievements. Check out our updated Nonprofit Profile on Candid.

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