Weekend Picks – MDW 2024

Need weekend plans?! We got you covered!

Summer Fridays at Lincoln

Summer Fridays are back at Lincoln!! They will be offering brunch specials and $1 oysters! I can’t think of a better way to spend a Friday! Make a reservation here to secure your spot!

Memorial Day Fireworks!

Boston Seaport is partnering with Massachusetts Fallen Heroes for Memorial Day Fireworks on Friday, May 24 starting at 9:00pm in honor of all Fallen Heroes, Veteran and Gold Star Families. The best viewing spots for the firework show are along the Harborwalk at Fan Pier and Pier 4. Visit Seaport Common, home to the MFH Flag Garden, which is currently on display for Patriot Week in honor of the service men and women who lost their lives in wars fought. Be a part of the Mass Fallen Heroes community and their efforts to honor, support and empower veterans and their families, by donating today.

Kick off the cookout season

Having a backyard cookout for Memorial Day weekend? Foodies can help you with when it comes to the meat you’re grilling! From hot dogs to hamburgers to steak tips + delicious sides plus beer and wine, Foodies is one-stop shopping!

Memorial Day Catering via Hunter’s

Hunter’s wants to make your Memorial Day gathering easy peasy! Featuring slider stations with fried chicken, sliced brisket, pulled pork, and pulled brisket. Available in two sizes – small (serves 15-20) and large (serves 25-30). You can place your order here!

Order a Case of Wine

Join Social Wines Social Club! The ‘Social Club’ is Social Wines affectionate name for their client list. When you check out at the register (name and email) they remember all of your purchases. It’s a great way to refresh your memory on wines you’ve tried and helps them make suggestions for other wines based on them. They also require Social Club membership for deliveries and can easily take phone orders by looking up your previous purchases. It’s free and helps Social Wines dial in those recommendations! So stop by pick up some wine and join the Social Club! Social wines is also offering a sale on a case of Le Poussin (aka pink chick). $104 gets you 12 bottles of 2022 Le Poussin Rosé, including delivery this Wed-Friday!

King’s Court Comedy at PKL

PKL will be hosting King’s Court Comedy on Friday, May 26th, at 7:30pm. See up-and-comers and comedians seen on the biggest late-night shows and streaming platforms and heard on your favorite podcasts working out their new material (Last Comic Standing, HBO, Comedy Central, and more!) Secure your tickets for a fun night out here!

Check out Small Victories

We have a new addition to the Southie Bar Scene! Small Victories just opened right in Andrew Square. The menu is perfect for bar food, including delicious snacks like nachos, pickles, pretzels, chips + dip in addition to burgers, hot dogs, and more! They also have an extensive list of liquors! Check out their instagram here!

Daisy Face Flow Yoga on Saturday

Join Morgan from Daisy Face Flow every Saturday morning for a weekend flow on the beach – the best way to kick off your weekend on Saturdays at 10am at Pleasure Bay Beach! The class is perfect for any level yogi and tickets are $15 per person! The class will meet right by the gazebo and parking is available first-come first serve. Come flow! You can learn more here!

Three Days of Playwright Brunch

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at The Playwright s for brunch! Because what is more American than day drinking at brunch! Brunch will be held Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 10am to 3pm. They will also have brunch specials in addition to their menu. Make your reservation here! Plus don’t forget about Country Sundays!

‘Tinis and Paninis at Fresh Boston

Calling all martini and panini lovers! Fresh is offering half off a panini when you order a martini on Saturdays! The deal will be offered every Saturday from 5 to 9pm. Make your reservation here!

Take a Grand Ten Tour/Tasting

Grand Ten Distillery offers weekly tours + tastings. Enjoy small-batch spirits (rum, gin, vodka, whiskey) inspired by Boston history and top-rated bartenders who create standout cocktails and conversation. Cocktail enthusiasts can learn some of the distillery’s secrets and enjoy a tasting of three of GrandTen’s Boston-inspired spirits. Thursday-Sunday – 1 hour long. Tour w/ tasting = $15; Tour = $8. 21+ only. Reserve your spot here! Check out our feature here.

Seaport Summer Market

Check out the The Summer Market! The market will be open on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 7pm. There will be artisans and local stores with clothing, jewelry, skin care, home decor, pet goods, artwork, food and more! There will also be an outdoor food and beverage area, a pop-up from Boston Children’s Museum, DJ, and games for people of all ages to enjoy. Get more info here!

Cisco Brewers will be open on Memorial Day

Celebrate Memorial Day at Cisco Brewers. They will open at 12pm!

Mass Fallen Heroes Memorial Rededication

On Friday, Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial Rededication Ceremony will take place from 11am-1 pm. The 9th Annual Rededication of the MFH Memorial will host Gold Star Family members, elected officials, distinguished guests, and the general public in Boston’s Seaport District. Updated glass panels with the names of the most recent Fallen Heroes will be unveiled by Gold Star Family members. You can learn more here!

Thomas Fitzgerald Post is hosting its annual Memorial Day service on Sunday, May 26th:

0900 – Assembly at Post

0930 – Parade/March to Medal of Honor Park for the laying of the wreath ceremony at the SB Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Live Music Round Up

The Playwright – features DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 9pm followed by Country Sundays with live bands starting at 6pm. Check out the schedule here!

Hunter’s – Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 1-4pm, and Sunday 3-6pm and 9pm-12am. Follow Hunter’s on Instagram for their schedule!

Capo – In addition to Sinatra Sunday with Rich Dimare and the Ron Poster Trio on Sundays at 5pm, there are live bands and DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays. Follow Capo on Instagram for the schedule!

The Shamrock – features live Irish music on Fridays from 8pm-11pm.

Lincoln – Legends of Summer on Sundays at 6pm.

Grace by Nia features live music all weekend long! You can check out the schedule here.

Loco has performers and DJ in the main space and the lounge on the weekend! Look on their Instagram story for lineup!

Sports

Red Sox vs. Brewers, Friday May 24th at 7pm, Saturday May 25th at 4pm, and Sunday May 26th at 1:35pm.

Celtics vs. Pacers on Saturday May 25th at 8:30pm and Monday at 8pm

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