It’s the unofficial last week of summer and we hope you are planning on having some fun. Whether the kiddos are back to school for part of the week, or if they don’t go back until next week, don’t waste anytime squeezing in some more summer fun. Lucky for you there’s a ton of great things happening. Check out our picks for your week ahead:
Monday, Aug. 26
Grab some friends and head out to sample area restaurants for lunch or dinner at special prices Aug. 25-30 during Dine Out Boston (formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston). Find participating restaurants here.
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.
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Enjoy Salsa in the Park on Mondays today rain or shine, thanks to MetaMovements in collaboration with BCYF’s Blackstone Community Center. 6-9 p.m., Blackstone Community Center Courtyard/Park, 50 West Brookline 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., Boston.
Mayor Walsh Movie Night: “How to Train Your Dragon 2”
Enjoy a screening of “How to Train Your Dragon 2” as part of Mayor Walsh’s Movie Night Program. The movie starts at dusk (approximately 8 p.m.), 86 Boardman St., East Boston.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
Storytelling at Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Head on over to Faneuil Hall Marketplace Tuesdays in July and August for storytelling as our favorite professional storytellers perform free shows that are both kid-tested and parent-approved. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Faneuil Hall Marketplace, South Market Street outside Wagamama.
Boston Public Market at City Hall Plaza
The Boston Public Market brings area vendors to Boston’s City Hall Plaza every Tuesday and Thursday all summer long. 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. City Hall Plaza, Boston.
Grab some friends and head out to sample area restaurants for lunch or dinner at special prices Aug. 25-30 during Dine Out Boston (formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston). Find participating restaurants here.
Boston Calling Block Party on the Greenway
Enjoy bands, cocktails, games and more every Thursday night and select Tuesdays from 5-8 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Dewey Square, Boston.
The Knotfest Roadshow featuring Slipknot, Volbeat, Gojira and Behemoth is coming to the Xfinity Center tonight. Tickets start at $29.50. 5:30 p.m., Xfinity Center, 885 South Main St., Mansfield.
Cornhole by Boston Social Sports
Social Boston Sports brings weekly cornhole leagues to the Greenway Tuesdays and Thursdays all summer long as part of the 2019 Greenway Fitness Season. 5:45-7:45 p.m., The Greenway at Atlantic Avenue and India Street, Boston.
Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City Entertainment Series: Pop-Soul Tuesdays
Tuesdays are all about pop and soul during the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City concert series. Tonight enjoy the music of Young Love & The Thrills for your live waterfront entertainment. 6-10 p.m., Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, 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.
Trivia Tuesdays at Dorchester Brewing Company
On Tuesday nights, head on over to Dorchester Brewing Company for Trivia night by Stump! Test your knowledge and have some fun. 7:30-10:30 p.m., Dorchester Brewing Company, 1250 Massachusetts Ave., Dorchester.
Wednesday, Aug. 28
Grab some friends and head out to sample area restaurants for lunch or dinner at special prices Aug. 25-30 during Dine Out Boston (formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston). Find participating restaurants here.
Head over to this all-ages event to contribute to a new group making activity each week. 1-2 p.m., Faneuil, Hall Marketplace, 4 South Market building, Boston.
Trillium Garden on the Greenway
The Trillium Garden returns to the Greenway Wednesday through Sunday. Located at the corner of High Street and Atlantic Avenue, the Trillium Garden on the Greenway is Boston's first fully open-air Beer Garden, featuring draft beers by Trillium Brewing Co. and wine by Westport Rivers Winery. 2-10 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston.
City Winery Boston and the Greenway Conservancy bring City Winery on The Greenway to Dewey Square this summer. This downtown open-air wine garden will feature wine by City Winery Boston, along with beer and cider from Harpoon Brewery. Head down today from 3:30-10 p.m., Dewey Square, Atlantic Ave, Boston.
Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City Entertainment Series: Rat Pack Wednesdays
Wednesday’s are all about the Rat Pack during the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City concert series. Tonight enjoy the music of Mike Dutra Strictly Sinatra for your live waterfront entertainment. 6-10 p.m., Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, Boston.
Thursday, Aug. 29
Boston Public Market at City Hall Plaza
The Boston Public Market brings area vendors to Boston’s City Hall Plaza every Tuesday and Thursday all summer long. 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. City Hall Plaza, Boston.
Grab some friends and head out to sample area restaurants for lunch or dinner at special prices Aug. 25-30 during Dine Out Boston (formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston). Find participating restaurants here.
Trillium Garden on the Greenway
The Trillium Garden returns to the Greenway Wednesday through Sunday. Located at the corner of High Street and Atlantic Avenue, the Trillium Garden on the Greenway is Boston's first fully open-air Beer Garden, featuring draft beers by Trillium Brewing Co. and wine by Westport Rivers Winery. 2-10 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston.
Boston Calling Block Party on the Greenway
Enjoy bands, cocktails, games and more every Thursday night and select Tuesdays from 5-8 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Dewey Square, 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.
Enjoy some free play in Chin Park complete with books, games and more. 5-7 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Chinatown Park, John F. Fitzgerald Surface Road, Boston.
Cornhole by Boston Social Sports
Social Boston Sports brings weekly cornhole leagues to the Greenway Tuesdays and Thursdays all summer long as part of the 2019 Greenway Fitness Season. 5:45-7:45 p.m., The Greenway at Atlantic Avenue and India Street, Boston.
Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City Entertainment Series: Blues Thursdays
Thursdays are all about the Blues during the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City concert series. Tonight enjoy the music of Sonya Rae Taylor for your live waterfront entertainment. 6-10 p.m., Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, Boston.
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals comes to the Rockland Trust Bank Pavilion, joined by Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Jessy Wilson tonight. Tickets start at $29.50. 7 p.m., Rockland Trust Bank Pavilion, 290 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 $45. 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
7th Annual Illuminate the Harbor Fireworks Celebration
Join Boston Harbor Now for its annual end of summer Boston Harbor Fireworks along Boston Harbor. Suggested viewing areas include: Christopher Columbus Park in the North End, Piers Park in East Boston and Fan Pier in the Seaport District. Before the fireworks, enjoy live music in Christopher Columbus Park by Berklee College of Music band Lick Neon, beginning at 6:30 p.m., Boston.
Mayor Walsh Movie Night: “The LEGO Movie 2”
Enjoy a screening of “The LEGO Movie 2” as part of Mayor Walsh’s Movie Night Program. The movie starts at dusk (approximately 8 p.m.), 150 Readville St., Hyde Park.
Friday, Aug. 30
Highland Street Foundation’s Fun Free Fridays offers no-cost admission to some of the most treasured, cultural venues in the state. Today enjoy free admission to: Old Sturbridge Village, the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Capron Park Zoo, EcoTarium, Griffin Museum of Photography, Hull Lifesaving Museum, Mass Audubon’s Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, MASS MoCA, Museum of the First Corps of Cadets and the Osterville Historical Museum.
35th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival
The Gloucester Schooner Festival returns for its 35th year Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. Today enjoy day-long arrivals of participating vessels, followed by the mayor’s reception from 5-7 p.m. and the Gloucester Block Party from 6-10 p.m. downtown on Main Street.
Grab some friends and head out to sample area restaurants for lunch or dinner at special prices Aug. 25-30 during Dine Out Boston (formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston). Find participating restaurants here.
Celebrate the end of the week at The Lawn on D. Play, enjoy great food, drinks and lawn games. 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., The Lawn on D, 420 D St., Boston.
Trillium Garden on the Greenway
The Trillium Garden returns to the Greenway Wednesday through Sunday. Located at the corner of High Street and Atlantic Avenue, the Trillium Garden on the Greenway is Boston's first fully open-air Beer Garden, featuring draft beers by Trillium Brewing Co. and wine by Westport Rivers Winery. 2-10 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston.
City Winery Boston and the Greenway Conservancy bring City Winery on The Greenway to Dewey Square this summer. This downtown open-air wine garden will feature wine by City Winery Boston, along with beer and cider from Harpoon Brewery. Head down today from 3:30-10 p.m., Dewey Square, Atlantic Ave, Boston.
The Boston Jazz Fest returns for its ninth year with its free, ground-breaking festival featuring the most musically diverse array of jazz artists performing at Boston’s Waterfront. 5:30-9:30 p.m., South Boston Maritime Park, Boston.
UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell and Astro & Shaggy 40th Anniversary Tour
UB40 featuring Ali Campbell and Astro & Shaggy 40th Anniversary Tour are coming to the Rockland Trust Bank Pavilion tonight. 6:30 p.m., Rockland Trust Bank Pavilion, 290 Northern Ave., Boston.
Citizens Bank Weekly Cornhole Tournament
The weekly cornhole tournament, sponsored by Citizens Bank returns for summer.The first eight teams of two will compete for “Lawn Bucks.” All the fun starts at 6:45 p.m.. Sign up for free at the Citizens Bank kiosk starting at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy live music from Swipe Right from 6-10 p.m., The Lawn on D, 420 D 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 $45. 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Friday is movie night during the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City concert series. Tonight enjoy “Captain America: The First Avenger” on the big screen for your waterfront entertainment. The movie starts at dusk, Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, Boston.
Enjoy a free night full of astronomy themed fun. Hope for good weather and small telescopes will be available for a hands-on experience, plus visitors can view the evenings featured astronomical object through the 11” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope in the Museum’s Gilliland Observatory. 8:30 p.m., Museum of Science, Boston, Gilliland Observatory, 1 Science Park, Boston.
Saturday, Aug. 31
The Boston Jazz Fest returns for its ninth year with its free, ground-breaking festival featuring the most musically diverse array of jazz artists performing at Boston’s Waterfront. Noon to 9:30 p.m., South Boston Maritime Park, Boston.
Celebrate Gloucester Schooner Festival's Maritime Heritage Day today. Enjoy traditional crafters, engaging community organizations, expert seafood demonstrations, foot stomping music, schooner sails, and fun-filled family activities on Harbor Loop, along with local fare at their food tents. Schooners will be docked at Maritime Gloucester's Webster Pier with others throughout the city. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maritime Gloucester, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester.
35th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival Boat Parade of Lights and Fireworks
The Gloucester Schooner Festival’s Boat Parade of Lights featurings boats traveling on the Annisquam River through the drawbridge and into Gloucester Harbor before ending in Smith’s Cove. is here. All the fun starts at dusk. Following the parade enjoy fireworks over Gloucester Harbor, Gloucester.
Trillium Garden on the Greenway
The Trillium Garden returns to the Greenway Wednesday through Sunday. Located at the corner of High Street and Atlantic Avenue, the Trillium Garden on the Greenway is Boston's first fully open-air Beer Garden, featuring draft beers by Trillium Brewing Co. and wine by Westport Rivers Winery. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston.
The Greenway Open Market is back for another season featuring area artists, crafters and independent designers. Explore the parks, stroll tree-lined promenades, take in the city sights, soak up the sunshine, play in the Rings Fountain, grab a bite to eat at a food truck, and shop at this original Boston experience. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Rings Fountain, Milk Street, Boston.
City Winery Boston and the Greenway Conservancy bring City Winery on The Greenway to Dewey Square this summer. This downtown open-air wine garden will feature wine by City Winery Boston, along with beer and cider from Harpoon Brewery. Head down today from 1-9 p.m., Dewey Square, Atlantic 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 $45. Performances today at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
The Zac Brown Band returns to Fenway for their record 10th and 11th appearance as part of the Plainridge Park Casino Fenway Concert Series tonight. Tickets start at $67.50. 6:30 p.m., Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston.
Sunday, Sept. 1
35th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival
The Gloucester Schooner Festival today features: the Parade of Sail from 10:30 a.m. to noon and the Mayor’s Race at 1 p.m., Gloucester.
Stop by the award-winning SoWa Open Market and enjoy Boston's largest celebration of local art, food and music. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., SoWa Boston, 450 Harrison Ave., Boston.
City Winery Boston and the Greenway Conservancy bring City Winery on The Greenway to Dewey Square this summer. This downtown open-air wine garden will feature wine by City Winery Boston, along with beer and cider from Harpoon Brewery. Head down today from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Dewey Square, Atlantic 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 $45. Performances today at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
The Zac Brown Band returns to Fenway for their record 10th and 11th appearance as part of the Plainridge Park Casino Fenway Concert Series tonight. Tickets start at $67.50. 6:30 p.m., Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston.
Mary J. Blige and Nas are coming to Mansfield’s Xfinity Center tonight. Tickets start at $30. 8 p.m., Xfinity Center, 885 South Main St., Mansfield.
