It has been confirmed that Newbury Street in Back Bay will be closed to traffic and open to pedestrians for one day this summer. 

On Sunday August 7th people will be able to enjoy the seven blocks of Newbury Street without worrying about traffic from 10am to 6pm. 

Called the Open Newbury Street project, the city hopes to create a temporary pedestrian-only avenue for residents and visitors to enjoy one of Boston's most iconic [...]