Looking for ways to connect with like-minded female founders this month?
We’ve got you covered with this roundup of Boston-area events perfect for women in business, networking, and entrepreneurship. Follow The Founders Hub on Instagram and check out our Eventbrite calendar for more local events like these.
Before the month is over, here are August events you won’t want to miss!
Dine Out Boston
August 3–16 | Various Times
📍 Participating Restaurants in Boston & Cambridge
Boston’s beloved restaurant week is back! Sample prix-fixe menus at some of the city’s best dining spots at special prices. This is a perfect chance to schedule a business lunch or dinner with your network while exploring new cuisine.
See participating restaurants here
Virtual Speed Networking for Female Entrepreneurs
August 5 |1-2PM
📍 Online
If you’re looking for fast-paced, focused networking without leaving your desk, this virtual session is perfect. Meet other female founders, share your story, and make meaningful connections in timed breakout sessions.
➡️ Sign up here
SXSouthie 2025 | The Summer Hang For Boston’s Founders and Funders
August 5 | 6:00pm–9:00pm
📍Publico Street Bistro, 11 Dorchester St, Boston, MA 02127
This in-person meetup focuses on brainstorming, problem-solving, and sharing resources with other women in business. Expect a casual, collaborative atmosphere where big ideas are welcome.
Summer Soirée at the Zoo: Network & Connect
August 13 | 4pm–6pm
📍 Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston, MA
Mix, mingle, and make meaningful connections in a unique setting—right alongside the zoo’s lush landscapes and exhibits. Hosted by the Boston Business Journal, this event blends fun and networking with light bites, drinks, and after-hours zoo access.
➡️ Learn more here
BIMA Summer Sizzler
August 14 | 6pm–9pm
📍Sam Deck, Fenway Park, 14 Lansdowne Street, Boston MA 02215
Join the Boston Innovation & Media Association (BIMA) for their annual summer mixer on the waterfront. This is a prime opportunity to network with creative, media, and marketing professionals while enjoying great views, bites, and conversation.
➡️ Register here
Coffee Meetup & Coworking Day [August] w/ Female Founders of Boston
Thursday, August 28 | 11:00 am
📍 The Founders Hub, 186 South Street, Boston, MA
Join a relaxed morning café meetup hosted by Female Founders of Boston, then stay for a day of coworking with like-minded women building their businesses. A casual setting perfect for conversation, partnership-building, and focus time. Tickets are around $34.
▶️ Register here
Dream Driven Roundtables
Friday, August 22 | 1:00 pm
📍 Boston, MA (Exact location provided upon registration)
Hosted by Michelle of Dream Driven, these intimate, small-group roundtables focus on systems, operations, marketing, and actionable strategies to help women founders scale with intention. Expect candid conversations, peer feedback, and expert guidance in a collaborative setting.
AI Like a Girl
August 27 | 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
📍 Axon, 131 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA
Hosted by Work Like a Girl, this event dives into real-world AI usage for entrepreneurs and professionals—including a moderated panel featuring Erika Ayers Badan, Kara Peterson, Rizel Scarlett, and Isabella Giannini, followed by a networking reception with drinks and snacks. Practical tools, candid stories, and genuine connections with women leading in AI. Tickets are $25; RSVP early and use promo code DESCRYBE for $5 off until August 15.
Watercolor Workshop
June 4, 2025 – September 24, 2025 | 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
📍 Lyrik Back Bay Boston400 Newbury Street, Intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Newbury Street Boston, MA 02115
Unwind after work and channel your creativity at this guided watercolor painting class—no prior art experience required! This relaxed evening includes step-by-step instruction and plenty of time to mingle with fellow attendees. Registration includes all supplies.
➡️ More info & tickets here
