Fuel the Next Adventure Blue Hills annual celebration to take place Sept. 18th

What: Annual event celebrating the Blue Hills Reservation and the people who care for it

Where: Irish Cultural Centre, 200 New Boston Drive, Canton, MAWhen: Thursday, September 18, 2025, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Details: Tickets and event information: https://friendsofthebluehills.org/2025-annual-celebration/

The 2025 Annual Celebration, Fuel the Next Adventure, brings together community members, outdoor enthusiasts, and supporters of the Blue Hills Reservation to honor and sustain Greater Boston’s largest green space. Hosted by Friends of the Blue Hills (FBH), this annual gathering raises essential funds to protect 7,000 acres of forest, wetlands, and trails for future generations.

Guests will enjoy a lively evening of music and dancing with DJ Cubey under the tent surrounded by greenery, complete with delicious food from Anthony Columbus Catering (Braintree) and dessert from Fratelli’s Pastry Shop (Quincy). The event will feature an online auction (already live!) filled with unique items and experiences, opportunities to support the park through fun fundraising activities, and the ever-popular dinner raffle — this year offering a catered meal for six atop the iconic Blue Hill Observatory, prepared by Canton’s celebrated restaurant, Northern Spy.

This year’s program will feature inspiring remarks from Friends of the Blue Hills Executive Director Jen Klein and new board president, Mike Paglia, who will share updates on the impact of FBH’s work and the vision for the park’s future. Guests will also get to play games on the patio.
Tickets are available now for $60 per person (members), $80 per person (nonmembers, membership included!), and $100 per person (VIP with special perks). Dinner raffle tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50 — the raffle winner will be chosen at the end of the event.

About Friends of the Blue Hills

Friends of the Blue Hills (FBH) is a 1,400-member nonprofit organization devoted to preserving and protecting the Blue Hills Reservation’s natural beauty, diverse habitats, and recreational opportunities. Founded in the mid-1970s, FBH engages thousands of volunteers and community members each year to maintain trails, advocate for park resources, and connect people with the natural world.