Another week is here and holiday events are starting to pop up all over the calendar. We’ve gathered dozens of our picks for the week from ice skating, to holiday open houses, wine tastings, Polar Express train rides, the opening of the Enchanted Village and a whole lot more. Take your pick and make your plans for a week of fun!
Monday, Nov. 12
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Today, in honor of Veterans Day, all active duty military, veterans and their families skate free (including skate rental). Also today, meet Wally of the 2018 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox from 1-2:30 p.m. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
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Edie Brickell & the New Bohemians take the stage tonight at the Berklee Performance Center as part of their U.S. tour. 8 p.m. Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston.
30th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival
The 30th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival continues. Tonight features “93Queen.” 6:30 p.m., Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St., Brookline.
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, Nov. 13
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 4-9 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
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.
30th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival
The 30th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival continues. Tonight features “The Accountant of Auschwitz.” 7 p.m., West Newton Cinema, 1296 Washington St., West Newton.
Test out the pilot beer of the night at Harpoon X Night tonight and learn about it from the brewer who brewed it. Tickets are $20. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
Wednesday, Nov. 14
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
Mahoney’s Ladies Night Out Holiday Open House
Mahoney’s Winchester opens its doors for its annual Ladies Night Out Open House. Visit the Christmas shop for decorating ideas, unique ornaments and more. Enjoy wine, food sampling and pre-season holiday shopping from local merchants, shops, food trucks and more. Admission is free. 2-9 p.m., Mahoney’s Garden Center, 242 Cambridge St., Winchester.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 4-9 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
Once a month LEGOLAND Discovery Center opens its doors for a “no kids allowed” adult night. Tonight’s the night! Enjoy a themed-night, challenge the master model builder and compete in competitions for prizes. Tickets are $22.95 per person. 7-9 p.m., LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 598 Assembly Row, Somerville.
Thursday, Nov. 15
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 4-6 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
A Conversation with Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey comes to UMass Lowell tonight as a guest of the college’s Chancellor’s Speaker Series. 7 p.m., Tsongas Center, UMass Lowell.
Friday, Nov. 16
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
Blackstone Valley Polar Express Train Ride
Take a ride on America’s longest-running Polar Express train ride. Enjoy a 90-minute real-life train ride, filled with a reading of the classic children’s story, sing-alongs, hot chocolate, a visit from Santa and more. 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Historic Blackstone Valley Train Depot, One Depot Square, Woonsocket, RI.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 5-10 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
Experience hundreds of new wines at Wine Riot 2018 this weeked. Travel the world of wine under one roof. Tickets are $65. 7:30-10 p.m., The Castle at Park Plaza, 130 Columbus Ave., Boston.
Saturday, Nov. 17
Head over to Jamaica Pond this morning and take part in a free, timed 5K run, jog or walk. This is weekly event. 9-10:30 a.m., Jamaica Pond, Jamaica Plain.
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
The Enchanted Village opens for another holiday season today. Enjoy ice skating on the enchanted ice, the Polar Express 4-D Experience, Laser LITE Show, photos with Santa and the Enchanted Village. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Jordan’s Furniture, 100 Stockwell Drive, Avon.
“Star Wars” Days at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston
Head to LEGOLAND Discovery Center for some “Star Wars” fun! Enjoy “Star Wars” build activities for all ages, a LEGO® “Star Wars”themed mosaic build in the Master Builder Academy, a MINILAND® takeover with LEGO® “Star Wars” characters, a large-scale LEGO® Star Wars™ build, giveaways and more. You can even dress as your favorite character. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 598 Assembly Row, Somerville.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
Allagash Brewing Pop Up at Boston Public Market
The festivities have gone indoors. Head to the Boston Public Market every Saturday in November from Noon to 6 p.m. and enjoy a beer while you shop around the market. Allagash Brewing Co. (Portland, ME) is popping up in the Hub to pour some of their famous Belgian-inspired brews.
Taste new wines and learn about local Massachusetts wineries at the Holiday Grand Wine Tasting where you can sample more than 50 award-winning wines and meads from wineries across the state, meet the winemakers and bring home some of your new favorites. Tickets are $15. There are two sessions today: Noon to 1:30 p.m. and 2-3:30 p.m., The KITCHEN at The Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
Blackstone Valley Polar Express Train Ride
Take a ride on America’s longest-running Polar Express train ride. Enjoy a 90-minute real-life train ride, filled with a reading of the classic children’s story, sing-alongs, hot chocolate, a visit from Santa and more. 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Historic Blackstone Valley Train Depot, One Depot Square, Woonsocket, RI.
Experience hundreds of new wines at Wine Riot 2018 this weeked. Travel the world of wine under one roof. Tickets are $65. Two sessions today: 2:30-5 p.m. and 7:30-10 p.m.., The Castle at Park Plaza, 130 Columbus Ave., Boston.
Sunday, Nov. 18
Head down to Plymouth today for the Redbrook Food Truck Festival featuring more than 25 of the area's top food trucks, Notch Biergarten, warm spirits and more than 30 local artisans and designers. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Village Green in Redbrook, Plymouth.
Enjoy brunch at the Harpoon Beer Hall featuring their new Brunch Pretzels. Made to order, and on a first-come first-served basis, $10 gets you one Brunch Pretzel and two dipping sauces. Meat and meatless options will be available. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
The Enchanted Village opens for another holiday season today. Enjoy ice skating on the enchanted ice, the Polar Express 4-D Experience, Laser LITE Show, photos with Santa and the Enchanted Village. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Jordan’s Furniture, 100 Stockwell Drive, Avon.
Grab the kiddos and head to the Blue Hills Reservation for a story walk featuring the autumn tale “It’s Fall,” by Linda Glasser. Read along as you stroll through the pages of the book posted on the wooden fence at the playground. This self-guided visit runs through the month of November. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blue Hills Reservation, 840 Hillside St., Milton.
“Star Wars” Days at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston
Head to LEGOLAND Discovery Center for some “Star Wars” fun! Enjoy “Star Wars” build activities for all ages, a LEGO® “Star Wars”themed mosaic build in the Master Builder Academy, a MINILAND® takeover with LEGO® “Star Wars” characters, a large-scale LEGO® Star Wars™ build, giveaways and more. You can even dress as your favorite character. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 598 Assembly Row, Somerville.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
Blackstone Valley Polar Express Train Ride
Take a ride on America’s longest-running Polar Express train ride. Enjoy a 90-minute real-life train ride, filled with a reading of the classic children’s story, sing-alongs, hot chocolate, a visit from Santa and more. 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Historic Blackstone Valley Train Depot, One Depot Square, Woonsocket, RI.
MarketStreet Lynnfield kicks off the holiday season today with special offers, samples, entertainment, activities and more, along with a visit from Santa to light the tree in Market Square. 3-6 p.m., MarketStreet Lynnfield, 600 Market St., Lynnfield.
Enjoy not your average Thanksgiving tonight at Harpoon’s Friendsgiving to benefit the Greater Boston Food Bank. Tickets are $70 each and include: a Harpoon spin on Thanksgiving dinner, three beer tickets, one raffle ticket, a take-home gift and a donation to the Greater Boston Food Bank. 6-8:30 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
30th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival
The 30th Annual Boston Jewish Film Festival continues. Tonight features “Almost Famous.” 6:15 p.m., West Newton Cinema, 1296 Washington St., West Newton.
