What to do in Boston this Weekend
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July 14 - July 16
1. The View at the Pru
Open 10am-10pm
Tickets $35-$55
"View Boston is a 360° taste of the city, offering breathtaking views atop one of the tallest buildings in New England. Whether discovering famed institutions and coveted hidden gems or meeting friends for a sunset cocktail, your unforgettable Bostonian experience begins here."
800 Boylston Street, Boston
2. SoWa Open Market
Every Sunday May 7 - October 29
FREE admission
"The SoWa Open Market is one of the largest open-air farmer and artist markets in Boston. With a variety of regional and local vendors, plus food + beverage trucks, nestled among artist studios, galleries, and retail shops on the pedestrian-only Thayer Street, the SoWa (South of Washington) community becomes a vibrant gathering place every Sunday, May – October."
SoWa Open Market, 500 Harrison Ave, South Boston
3. Bottomless Taco Brunch
Every Saturday&Sunday 10am-2:30pm
$25 per person
All you can eat for an hour and a half!
Burro Bar, South End & Brookline
4. Carribbean Food Festival
Sunday July 16
$15
"First ever Caribbean Food Fest at the Birch St Plaza located next to Distraction Brewing. Come by for a taste of authentic Caribbean food, drinks from local restaurants, and Music."
Birch Street Plaza, Boston
5. Candle & Wine Workshop
Every weekend
$80, Ages 10+
Ticket includes: 2.5 hour class instructing how to make candles, choose your own fragrances, wine included, glass jar for candle, double wicks or crackling wooden wicks, 10% off all retail.
House of Art and Craft, Brighton
6. Harvard Art Museum
Every Sunday, 10am-5pm
FREE
Enjoy free admission to Harvard Art Museum
3 floors of art, steps from Harvard Sq
Advance reservations required
Cambridge, MA
7. Rose Kennedy Greenway Contemporary Public Park
Daily from 7am-11pm
Public park spanning from Chinatown to the North End
Numerous art installations, seasonal gardens, fountains, fitness classes, food trucks, outdoor concerts & more
www.rosekennedygreenway.org
Downtown Boston
8. Boozy Afternoon Tea
All weekend
$48-$56
"Proper tea service at a standalone restaurant? Time to play hooky and head to Silver Dove Afternoon Tea. The prix fixe menu at this charming new Downtown Crossing den includes a pot of tea alongside delicate nibbles like Currant Scones, Asparagus Canapes, and Vanilla Macarons. If you’re itching for something a little stronger, you can add a cocktail to your order—and you know it’ll be good, because Silver Dove is helmed by Drink alums Patrick Brewster and Lee Morgan."
Silver Dove, Boston
9. SoWa Vintage Market
Every Sunday 11am-4pm
FREE admission
Antiques, collectibles, vintage goods, & more
450 Harrison Ave, South End
10. Cocktails & Cannolis
Every Saturday 1pm-3:30pm
Prices vary
North End food tour, sample the best sweets & taste delicious drinks, learn historic knowledge, fun cultural facts & culinary tidbits
Includes: water bottle, 4 dessert samples, 3 cocktail samples, Paul Revere's House, blind cannoli tasting, Old North Church
North End
11. Sad Summer Festival
Sunday July 16 1pm-11pm
Tickets start at $98 - use code 1114RK15 for 15% off!
Taking Back Sunday, The Maine, Pvris, Hot Mulligan & Mom Jeans
Leader Bank Pavilion, Seaport
12. Union Square Food Tour
Every Saturday 3pm-5pm
$75
Explore Somerville food options with a guide, meet local owners & operators with behind the scenes tours of their eateries, & more!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/union-square-somerville-food-tour-tickets-472279349247?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
Union Square, Somerville
13. Boston Brunch Cruise
Sundays from 1-3pm
$92
Ticket includes brunch and a cruise along the Boston Harbor
Rowes Wharf, Boston
14. Brew at the Zoo
Saturday July 15 5pm-8pm
$75
"Join Franklin Park Zoo for a beer-tasting event that will take you on a journey through the animal kingdom! Sample delicious brews while visiting with gorillas, giraffes, zebras, and more. Don’t miss a visit to Aussie Aviary, a seasonal free-flight aviary featuring brightly-colored budgies, and Gorilla Grove, our state-of-the-art outdoor gorilla habitat. The entire zoo, with the exception of the Bird's World building and playground, will be open for this event (weather permitting)."
Franklin Park Zoo, Roxbury
15. Scavenger Hunt
Every weekend
$20
"Puzzling Adventures™ are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. All you need is your own mobile device and an Internet connection."
Cambridge
16. Pickleball Festival
July 13 - July 16
Prices vary
"Fenway Park is hosting pickleball from July 13 through 16, featuring professional and amateur tournaments as well as open play for fans. Twelve temporary courts will be set up in the outfield over the four-day period. Pickleball at Fenway Park is in collaboration with Pickle4, a newly formed organization partnered with the US Open Pickleball Championships focused on developing America's fastest growing sport."
Court times will be available for rent in 80-minute increments for up to 10 people (~$1,500). All skill levels are welcome. Additional activities with access to concessions and live music will also be available.
Fenway Park
17. Social Saturdays
Every Saturday
FREE entry before 12am
Boston's top DJs - hip hop, R&B, Afrobeats, Dancehall, Latin, Soca & more. Late night menu, VIP specials available
Savvor Lounge, Boston
18. Dumpling Class
Sundays 9:30am-11:30am
$88
Hands-on dumpling making experience, valentines edition
Mei Mei Dumplings, Iron Works, South Boston
19. Lego's on Newbury
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday 10-6 ; Thurs-Sat 10-8
$28 Adults, $24 Children
Experience The Art of the Brick, World’s Most Popular Display of LEGO® Art! Discover over one million LEGO bricks transformed into more than 70 sculptures by artist Nathan Sawaya. This critically acclaimed collection includes Sawaya’s original sculptures as well as re-imagined versions of some of the world’s most famous art masterpieces, such as Michelangelo’s David, Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.
343 Newbury St, Boston
20. Bike & Brunch
Weekends 11am-2pm
$100 tickets
"Grab your picnic basket from our shop and Go on a fabulously fun adventure through East Boston. At our shop, you will select your bicycle, and pick up your picnic basket and blanket. You will be able to glide down the Greenway and then stop at a place of your choosing for a private picnic. What's Included: A Surrey cycle a Picnic blanket, a Picnic basket, Snacks (Chips, cookies, candy..etc.), Bottled Water, San Pellegrino, plates, napkins, utensils, still water, and sparkling cider. This package is for 2 hours. If it is raining, snowing or any form of precipitation the picnic portion of this private experience will take place indoors."
Boston Bike Rentals, East Boston
21. Jack's Abby 12th Anniversary Fair
Friday-Sunday 12pm-9pm
FREE
A weekend filled with beer, fair food, music & games for all ages
Charity dunk tank & a crowd fave band will also be featured
Jack's Abby Craft Lagers, Framingham
22. Sunday Service Brunch
Sundays 1pm-7pm
FREE before 3pm, $20 after
Vibes by DUTCH X NIIC X STORM
Brunch & day party
sundayserviceboston.eventbrite.com
Sunset Cantina, Fenway
23. Bagel Making Class
Every Sunday 2pm-5pm
$95
Tickets include: one dozen fresh bagels, bench scraper, bagel tasting, bagel recipes & baking guides
Master the skills to make bakery-quality bagels at home in this small-group, hands-on bagel making class in Forge’s bakery. Mixing and shaping, boiling and baking - during this three hour session, you will engage in every part of the bagel making process. You’ll come away understanding what makes bagels unique from other breads.
Be prepared to be on your feet, standing at a table, and using your hands for the majority of the class. Come wearing comfortable, non-slip, and closed-toe shoes. Participants are required to wear a mask for the full duration of the class. This class is intended for ages 18 and up.
Forge Baking Company, Somerville
24. Open Memorial Drive
Every Sunday 11am-7pm
FREE
"The portion of Memorial Drive between Western Avenue and Gerry's Landing Road will close to cars so that pedestrians, cyclists and others can enjoy the riverfront roadway without cars. Bring your bike, inline skates, running shoes, strollers or walking feet to take advantage of the unique access to this normally busy road with views of the Charles. Fun for all ages, families & visitors."
Memorial Drive, Cambridge
25. 90's Karaoke
Every Friday 7pm-11pm
FREE admission
Lilys, Financial District
26. Lawn on D
7am - 11pm
FREE admission
"A first-of-its-kind outdoor interactive space in Boston, The Lawn On D Powered by Citizens Bank is a 2.7-acre outdoor experimental event landscape designed to draw audiences from across the city and bring a renewed vitality to the neighborhood through inspired, high-caliber programming and events. This innovative private and public space is designed to activate and engage the community, foster creativity and test opportunities for integrating the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) into the urban fabric with arts, music, games, food & beverage and other community-driven programming."
Check out their new Pickelball Court!
Lawn on D, South Boston
27. Seaport Sweat
May 1 - September 30
FREE
"All Seaport Sweat classes will be held on Seaport Common, every Monday through Thursday at 5:30pm and 6:30pm and Saturdays at 10am. Extra classes will be held on Thursday July 20th and August 10th at 4:30pm and Sunday, August 27th at 10am"
Seaport Common
28. Fenway Flea
Sunday's 12pm-5pm
FREE admission
Outdoor market with 30+ small businesses - vintage clothing, jewelry, art, records, and more
The Station, Fenway
29. Blueberry & Flower Festival
Saturday July 15 - Sunday July 23 8am-5pm
FREE admission (pick-your-own prices vary)
"Calling all blueberry and flower lovers! Enjoy live music, hard cider, family-friendly activities, hayrides, blueberry goods, cut-your-own bouquets and pick-your-own blueberries."
Cider Hill Farm, Amesbury
30. Concerts in the Courtyard
Wednesdays & Fridays June-August
FREE
"The courtyard of the Central Library in Copley Square is one of Boston's most beautiful havens from the hustle and bustle of the city. As is now tradition, the iconic space fills with music during Friday afternoons and Wednesday evenings in the summertime."
Visit https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?programs=5a78aea377a0b42400865a10&page=1 . for complete list of dates, times and performers
Artists for Humanity, 100 W 2nd Street, South Boston
31. Red Sox @ Boston Common
Sunday July 16 12:30pm-3:30pm
FREE
"Join us at Out of the Park on Sunday, July 16, in the Boston Common on the corner of Beacon and Charles. Bring a blanket to watch the game on our big screen and cheer on the Red Sox as the take on the Chicago Cubs! The NESN broadcast will be shown on a 16x30-foot video screen in the park, courtesy of a feed provided by Xfinity. NESN will also host their pregame show live from the Boston Common, weather permitting, with the event starting at 12:30 p.m."
Free food & entertainment, family-friendly activities, Red Sox mobile experience, Wally & Tessie, giveaways and more!
Boston Common
31. Litte Saigon Night Market - Chợ Đêm
Friday June 16 6pm-8:30pm
FREE
"Boston Little Saigon Cultural District invites the community to join the 2nd Annual Chợ Đêm, Boston Little Saigon Night Market at Field’s Corner. This event is in partnership with the City of Boston Mayor's Office and the Boston Night Market. Special attractions include a diverse line-up of entertainment, games and activities for all ages, a beer garden, Instagram worthy photo opportunities, and a diverse range of street foods!"
"Night markets are outdoor street festivals that include food vendors, artisan/merchandise vendors, games, entertainment, and photo opportunities. They can be found all over Vietnam and are one of the most loved experiences by locals and tourists. Boston Little Saigon Cultural District is rich with culture and history. The night market will be a fun way to get a “taste” of everything Boston Little Saigon has to showcase in a fun-filled evening."
Town Field Park & Dot Ave, Dorchester
32. Charles River Jazz Festival
Sunday July 16 1pm-9pm
FREE
"The Charles River Jazz Festival is back for our 3rd Annual entertainment extravaganza! Join us on July 16, 2023 at Herter Park Amphitheater (1175 Soldiers Field Rd) from 1pm ET - 9pm ET, for this FREE, family-friendly event featuring local art & food vendors, ice cold beverages, arts & crafts and all-day-long tasty tunes."
Braxton Cook, Michael Mayo, Seba Molnar, Farayi Malek, Anastassiya Petrova
Herter Park Amphitheater, Allston
33. Moonlight Cruise
Thurs-Sun 9pm (8:40 boarding)
$11-$21
"Join us for a beautiful evening cruise of Boston Harbor under the stars. View Boston’s beautiful skyline of lights. Whether you’re ending your evening onboard or starting your night out, come Sea Boston with Mass Bay Lines. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available on board, along with light snacks. All Ages."
60 Rowes Wharf, Boston
34. Open Air Market
Saturdays at 11am
FREE
Over 60 vendors available
Sidewalks of Boylston, in front of Boston Public Garden
35. Free Rooftop Yoga
Saturdays 10am-11am until September
FREE
Open to all levels
The Revere Hotel, Boston
36. Brookline Food Tour
Saturday July 15 10:30 AM
$10
"Hey! I'm a local Bostonian and life-long foodie with friends all over the city's restaurant scene. I get special deals at restaurants and love leading food tours in my free time to introduce my buddies to good eats in an accessible, affordable, and social way. This month, I'm opening the activity up to people outside my friend group for the first time. Excited to make new friends as we walk and eat our way through the neighborhood together."
"This tour costs $10 for 3 restaurants which includes the food samples (since it's only $10 think small but tasty bites!). Cash in-person is preferred since this is an informal event (but I can definitely change that in the future if I continue to lead these!). This tour will start on Saturday, July 15th @10:30am. Email me with any questions at hans.sighan@gmail.com"
Meet @ The Post Office in Brookline
37. Summer Oasis in the City Festival
Saturday July 15 9am-1pm
$10
"Join us at the Boston Nature Center for a day of nature exploration, relaxation, and creativity. Unwind on a meditation walk with Shawnta Carson and forage some natural goodies on the trails in a wild edibles trek with Kim Baker. Explore your artistic side while making your own recycled paper and savor solar oven nachos and sun tea. Come find your oasis in the city and explore the beautiful wildlife sanctuary and trails."
"In this workshop, we'll start by reading a couple of bug-themed poems. We'll look for bugs on a trail walk (approx. 1 mile) that incorporates observation activities. Participants will have time to observe bugs, relax in nature, and write our own poems inspired by bugs based on themed prompts. Then we'll have the chance to share our experiences and/or writing at the end."
This workshop is open to writers of any experience level!
Boston Nature Center, Mattapan
38. Dancing on the Charles
Saturday July 15 3pm-11pm
$25-$45
Outdoor dance party, 21+ event CASH bar
Tickets: https://ra.co/events/1617397
Marsh Post #442, Cambridge
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