Time is flying. Case in point: It’s already August. That means your summer bucket list is now in crunchtime. It’s going to be no time until every other word out of a New Englander’s mouth will be “foliage” or “pumpkin spice.” *Shudder.*

In the meantime, there’s lots to do in between last minute trips to the beach and grilling outdoors. Summer is going to be over in a blink of an eye (sob) and it’s your duty to enjoy it properly. We think these Boston events will help, so go do them!

Summer on the Waterfront’s Downtown Week

August 7-13, various locations

There’s no better way to celebrate summer in Boston than with Summer on the Waterfront. The organization is bringing its week-long summer series to the Downtown, North End and Boston Harbor Islands with low-cost, one of a kind events for the whole fam to enjoy. Beginning with Extreme Croquet on the Greenway this Thursday, and continuing with standout events like the Wharf Festival on August 9 at Long Wharf, keep your eye on Downtown Week events throughout its production.

BostonFest

August 7, Seaport World Trade Center

Join BostInno at the Seaport World Trade Center this Thursday for the third-annual BostonFest, our summertime party that brings Boston’s best out to celebrate living, working and playing in the city. There will be food trucks on deck, local bands providing the evening soundtrack, a baggo tournament and plenty of brews provided by Blue Moon to complete the night. To top it off, we’ll be hosting the Coolest Companies Competition, and awarding the city’s businesses that have seriously cool culture. Don’t miss out! Grab your tickets below and head to the Seaport from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m on August 7.

Boston Comic Con 2014

August 8-10, Seaport World Trade Center 

Comic Con is back in action this weekend, with all of the awesome costumes and celebrity appearances taking place at the Seaport World Trade Center. Special guests this year include Sean Astin of “Lord of the Rings,” James Marsters of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” and James Momoa of “Game of Thrones.” Tickets are $65 for 3-day admission, and do not include photo ops. The convention lasts from 2 to 8 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Arts in the Park 2014

August 16, Malcolm X Park (Washington Park)

In its fifth year running, Arts in the Park sets out to raise awareness and appreciation of Boston’s local artists. The daylong event, held at Malcolm X Park (aka Washington Park) in Roxbury invites artists to create live, on-scene works of art right there at the park to show the effort and beauty that goes into every piece. This year, the event will include live music, a dance competition, a farmers market, a black men’s panel and more. The event lasts from 1 to 8 p.m and is free to attend.

Dine Out Boston

August 17-22 & 24-29, Boston restaurants 

Dine Out Boston, this year’s revamped Restaurant Week, returns for round two of 2014 this month, running from August 17-22 and returning from August 24-29. The changes that went down during March’s Restaurant Week will remain the same: Lunch and dinner will be priced at whichever price point the chef thinks fit, be it $15, 20 or 25 for lunch or $28, 30 and 33 for dinner. Nearly 200 restaurants will be participating in Boston and the surrounding areas, so stay tuned for our coverage on which Dine Out Boston menus you have to try this time around.

2nd Annual Bombshells Against Breast Cancer

August 20, MJ O’Connor’s Waterfront

Join the Bombshells of Boston Media (including yours truly) at MJ O’Connor’s for the second annual Bombshells Against Breast Cancer event, which gathers friends, survivors and guests together to benefit The Ellie Fund, a local organization that supports the women fighting breast cancer and those around them. Party on MJ O’Connor’s patio with drinks and food for a good cause, along with the women of Boston media. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.