There may be snow on the ground, but the forecast is going to make it feel like spring and the events happening this week are going to help, too! From the Boston Flower & Garden Show, to the Dropkick Murphys St. Patrick’s Day Tour coming to Boston and more, check out our picks for the week:
Monday, March 11
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Boston Common.
Enjoy movies with your preschooler at the Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library. 10:30-11:30 a.m., 4246 Washington St., Roslindale.
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Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. Noon to 5 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Free Comedy Night at McGreevy’s Boston
Enjoy a free comedy night featuring some of the best stand-up comics in the Northeast at McGreevy’s Boston every Monday and Tuesday. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. and it’s a 21 plus show. McGreevy’s Boston, 911 Boylston St.
Tuesday, March 12
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Boston Common.
Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. Noon to 5 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
The Boston Flower & Garden Show Preview Party
The Boston Flower & Garden Show takes over the Seaport World Trade Center this week, but before it does, grab your tickets for the preview party tonight – an exclusive cocktail party among all the displays and visitors before the event opens to public. It also includes featured musical guest Lukas Graham. Tickets start at $95. 6-9 p.m., Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston.
Christopher Cross: Take Me As I Am 2019 Tour
Five-time Grammy Award winner Christopher Cross comes to City Winery tonight as part of his “Take Me As I Am” tour. Tickets start at $45. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. City Winery, 80 Beverly St., Boston.
Free Comedy Night at McGreevy’s Boston
Enjoy a free comedy night featuring some of the best stand-up comics in the Northeast at McGreevy’s Boston every Monday and Tuesday. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. and it’s a 21 plus show. McGreevy’s Boston, 911 Boylston St.
Wednesday, March 13
Nothing says spring like the return of the Boston Flower & Garden Show, March 13-17 at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center. Enjoy your first taste of spring with colorful life-sized gardens, intricate floral arrangements, informative lectures and demonstrations and more. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston.
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Boston Common.
Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. Noon to 5 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Thursday, March 14
Nothing says spring like the return of the Boston Flower & Garden Show, March 13-17 at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center. Enjoy your first taste of spring with colorful life-sized gardens, intricate floral arrangements, informative lectures and demonstrations and more. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston.
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Boston Common.
Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. Noon to 6 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Blue Man Group at the Charles Playhouse
Combining music, technology and comedy, Blue Man Group creates a form of entertainment that can’t be defined, but appeals to people of all ages. Described as “innovative,” “energetic” and “wildly entertaining,” the best way to truly understand what Blue Man Group is, is to see the show yourself. Tickets start at $66. 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Did you know the Institute of Contemporary Art is free for all visitors every Thursday? It sure is. 5- 9 p.m., Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston.
Dropkick Murphys 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour
It wouldn’t be St. Patrick’s Day week in Boston without the Dropkick Murphys and lucky for us they are hitting the stage at the House of Blues tonight for the first of five shows as part of their 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour. Tickets start at $57. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston.
Friday, March 15
Nothing says spring like the return of the Boston Flower & Garden Show, March 13-17 at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center. Enjoy your first taste of spring with colorful life-sized gardens, intricate floral arrangements, informative lectures and demonstrations and more. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston.
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Boston Common.
Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. Noon to 6 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Northeast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza
The Northeast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza returns this weekend. Enjoy cosplay, costume contests, video game free play and competitions, celebrity guests signing autographs, photo opportunities, panels, VIP experiences, vendors and more. Tickets are $10-$18. 3:30-8 p.m., Boxboro Regency Hotel, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough.
Dropkick Murphys 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour
It wouldn’t be St. Patrick’s Day week in Boston without the Dropkick Murphys and lucky for us they are hitting the stage at the House of Blues tonight for the first of five shows as part of their 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour. Tickets start at $57. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston.
Blue Man Group at the Charles Playhouse
Combining music, technology and comedy, Blue Man Group creates a form of entertainment that can’t be defined, but appeals to people of all ages. Described as “innovative,” “energetic” and “wildly entertaining,” the best way to truly understand what Blue Man Group is, is to see the show yourself. Tickets start at $66. 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Saturday, March 16
Northeast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza
The Northeast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza returns this weekend. Enjoy cosplay, costume contests, video game free play and competitions, celebrity guests signing autographs, photo opportunities, panels, VIP \experiences, vendors and more. Tickets are $18. 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Boxboro Regency Hotel, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough.
Kids in the Kitchen: Asian Lettuce Wraps
Children ages 6-12 can explore and taste the food of the season at Boston Public Markets Kids in the Kitchen series. Today Rebecca from Chestnut Farms will teach you how to make fresh Asian lettuce wraps with Chestnut Farm’s turkey and pork and seasonal veggies. 10 a.m., Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
Nothing says spring like the return of the Boston Flower & Garden Show, March 13-17 at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center. Enjoy your first taste of spring with colorful life-sized gardens, intricate floral arrangements, informative lectures and demonstrations and more. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston.
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Boston Common.
Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. 11:20 a.m. to 6 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Dropkick Murphys 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour
It wouldn’t be St. Patrick’s Day week in Boston without the Dropkick Murphys and lucky for us they are hitting the stage at the House of Blues tonight for the first of five shows as part of their 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour. Tickets start at $39.50. Doors open at Noon. Show starts at 1 p.m. House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston.
Blue Man Group at the Charles Playhouse
Combining music, technology and comedy, Blue Man Group creates a form of entertainment that can’t be defined, but appeals to people of all ages. Described as “innovative,” “energetic” and “wildly entertaining,” the best way to truly understand what Blue Man Group is, is to see the show yourself. Tickets start at $66. Performances today at 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
The Dropkick Murphys’ St. Patrick’s Clash IV is bringing an amazing night of fights to Boston’s House of Blues tonight, along with a special Dropkick Murphys acoustic performance. Tickets start at $39.50. Doors open at 7. The event starts at 8 p.m. House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston.
Sunday, March 17
Northeast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza
The Northeast ComicCon & Collectibles Extravaganza returns this weekend. Enjoy cosplay, costume contests, video game free play and competitions, celebrity guests signing autographs, photo opportunities, panels, VIP \experiences, vendors and more. Tickets are $10. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Boxboro Regency Hotel, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough.
Nothing says spring like the return of the Boston Flower & Garden Show, March 13-17 at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center. Enjoy your first taste of spring with colorful life-sized gardens, intricate floral arrangements, informative lectures and demonstrations and more. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Seaport World Trade Center, 200 Seaport Blvd., Boston.
Enjoy ice skating today on Frog Pond right in the heart of the Boston Common. Lockers, skate sharpening and skating aids are also available. Admission is based on skater’s height: 58 inches and over is $6, under 58 inches if free. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Boston Common.
Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Blue Man Group at the Charles Playhouse
Combining music, technology and comedy, Blue Man Group creates a form of entertainment that can’t be defined, but appeals to people of all ages. Described as “innovative,” “energetic” and “wildly entertaining,” the best way to truly understand what Blue Man Group is, is to see the show yourself. Tickets start at $66. 4 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Dropkick Murphys 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour
It wouldn’t be St. Patrick’s Day week in Boston without the Dropkick Murphys and lucky for us they are hitting the stage at the House of Blues tonight for the first of five shows as part of their 2019 St. Patrick's Day Tour. Tickets start at $39.50. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston.