#2 Sports Event
More than 9,000 rowing athletes from around the world competed before 400,000 spectators on the Charles River at the 49th annual competition. Next: October 2014
#3 Sports Event
This year’s challenge drew 5,533 cyclists and more than 3,000 volunteers from 38 states and five countries, with the goal of raising $38 million for adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Next: August 2-3, 2014
#4 Sports Event
The event saw 1,500 people participate in the 14th annual riding, running, and walking challenge, raising $4.5 million for Best Buddies International. Next: May 31, 2014
#5 Sports Event (new to the list)
Nearly 13,000 fans attended the eighth annual family-friendly game, featuring live entertainment, discounted tickets and concessions, and a petting zoo. Next: Summer 2014
#6 Sports Event (new to the list)
In its second year, the fund-raiser for the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation gathered 300 people at the House of Blues Boston for a night hosted by cancer survivor and Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester. Next: Summer 2014
#7 Sports Event
The weekend-long golfing event has raised more than $24 million over 11 years for the Tiger Woods Foundation, supporting undeserved students through educational programs and New England-area charities. Next: August 29-September 1, 2014
#9 Sports Event (new to the list)
Hosted by hockey star Shawn Thornton, the fourth annual golf tournament at Middleton’s Ferncroft Country Club was followed by cocktails, dinner, and an auction. Proceeds benefited the American Parkinson Disease Association and the Boston Bruins Foundation. Next: Summer 2014
#10 Sports Event
This year's ceremony honored Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman, golfing legend Jack Nicklaus, and football star Doug Flutie. Next: September 2014
