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Sail Boston is in town

The Parade of Sail is happening Saturday, July 11th, in addition to special events, fireworks, and more! Check out our guide for everything you need to know for Sail Boston! 

Speaking of Tall Ships…Family-Friendly Front-Row Seat to the Parade of Sail

Your FREE, Family-Friendly Front-Row Seat to the Parade of Sail! Massport invites you to see the Parade of Sail up close from the Massport Marine Terminal (MMT) on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy prime waterfront views, music, and family-friendly activities. Limited bleacher seating will be available. Visitors may bring folding chairs. There will be no parking on-site, but FREE shuttle service will be available beginning at 8am. Visit Massport.com for information on the FREE shuttle pick-up and drop-off locations and the full list of prohibited items.

Parade of Sail Pop-up

The Tall Ships are in town, and the Seaport is one of the spots where it is all happening! There will be a Pop-Up happening on Seaport Common on Saturday, July 11th, from 9am to 4pm. There will be games and experiences from businesses such as Ballers, F1 Arcade, and Kings. Restaurants will also be popping up with delicious dishes. Check out the full list here!

Sail Boston Fireworks

Fireworks will illuminate Boston Harbor and the Tall Ships on Saturday, July 11th at 9:15pm. The fireworks will launch from a barge located off of Boston’s Fan Pier.  They’ll happen again on Wednesday, July 15th at 9:15pm too!

Live Music at Seapoint on Sunday

Seapoint will be featuring live music by Mark Flynn on Sunday from 4pm-7pm. Stop by for some dinner and stay for the music!

Rise & Grind Brunch at Lincoln

Brunch just got even better at Lincoln…which is hard to do!! They are offering an awesome brunch deal! For $25 per person, complimentary coffee and a choice of a mimosa, OJ, Bloody Mary, or Lincoln Lager, freshly basked blueberry bread, and your choice of any brunch entree, salads, pizza, sandwiches (Lobster Rolls available for $10). The deal is Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 11am. They will have screens down for The World Cup! Make a reservation here!

Publico x Mary Lou’s Collab

Everyone’s favorite coffee is coming to Publico!!! They will have Twix, Peanut Butter Wonderful, Creamy Chocolate Coconut Iced Coffee at brunch or grab it to go with their breakfast box. It starts this weekend! Make your reservations now!

New Summer Menu Additions at Anna’s Taqueria

It’s simply the best. Anna’s Taqueria has just introduced summertime specials featuring a seafood favorite: shrimp. Available now at all locations, the pair comes in two forms: guajillo shrimp taco with deliciously seasoned shrimp that is topped with housemade pineapple-mango-jalapeño salsa, cilantro and shredded lettuce on corn tortillas, and guajillo shrimp salad served over a bed of mixed greens with sweet peppers, the signature spicy-sweet salsa and avocado coated in a homemade cilantro dressing. Also making its seasonal return is Anna’s wildly popular Watermelon Agua Fresca made in-house daily with fresh-pressed watermelon, a pinch of sugar and seltzer making it the perfect thirst-quencher on a sizzling summer day. Order yours here!

Picnic in the Park

South Boston Moms Club presents Picnic in the Park on Sunday, July 12th from 3-4am. It will be held at M street park. BYO Blankets and provisions. It is a great way to get to know the fellow parents in your neighborhood.  All ages are welcome. Follow them on instagram for updates and future events.

Bottega’s Breakfast Club

Work from home on Fridays!? Bottega has an awesome deal going on Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 2:30pm. You can get unlimited black coffee and one breakfast item for $15! You can also add a Bottega Bottle for $30. Stop by and get some work done or just enjoy breakfast!

Dirty Italian Craft Sodas

Dirty Italian has released Craft Sodas!! They come in four flavors, including Root Beer, Strawberry, Cream, and Maple. Stop by this weekend and grab one! And grab an Ice Cream Sandwich while you are there!

MyStryde x Backyard by Foley’s

Take a trip to Backyard by Foley’s, an outdoor bar and venue in Dennis. MyStryde is hosting three classes this summer. The first one is Saturday, July 11th, at 8:30am. It is a 50-minute HIIT class with three stations. Sign up here!

Rosa Lyons’ Pup Menu

Rosa Lyons has curated the perfect menu for your four-legged friend! They are offering Dehydrated Chicken Breast by Wolfie’s All Natural Dog Treats and American Dream Pupsicle by Barkin’ Bru Co. They are locally made in Southie. Grab your dog and head up to Rosa Lyons to enjoy a drink on the patio while your pup enjoys a snack! Make your reservation here!

Enjoy the Parade of Sail and a cocktail on Marcelino’s Patio

Skip the crowds and get the perfect view of The Tall Ships! Head over this weekend to enjoy a delicious cocktail with an even better view! Make a reservation now!

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!

Lincoln – DJ Sets starting at 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Rotating live bands on Sundays at 6pm.

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

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

Park City– Live music every night! Follow them for weekly lineup updates!

The Grove at Lawn on D– From DJ sets to live bands to line dancing! The Grove has a wide variety of entertainment throughout the week! Check out their schedule here!

Cisco Seaport features a rotating lineup every weekend. Follow them for their schedule.

Cisco Brewing Fenway – Check out the latest live music happening at Cisco Brewing Fenway here. 

SPORTS!

Red Sox vs. Mets – Friday, July 10th at 7:15pm, Saturday, July 11th at 4:10pm and Sunday, July 12th at 1:40pm.

World Cup Matches – check out the schedule here.

Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!

FIFA World Cup Fever

The FIFA World Cup is coming to Boston (well…Foxboro), and whether you’re lucky enough to have tickets to a match or plan on watching here in the neighborhood, we’ve got you covered. From where to watch the games and can’t-miss fan festivals to special events, watch parties, transportation updates, and street closures, this guide has everything you need to make the most of one of the biggest sporting events in the world. Get all the details here.

Make sure to check out our Guide to Summer in Southie

It’s summer in Southie – the hottest place to be! Forget Newport or the Cape; we’ve got it all right here – beaches, boats, roof decks, dining al fresco, and some of the coolest people around! We’ve got the scoop on everything that’s “Hot in Southie” this summer, from places to eat and drink apres beach to summer workouts, outdoor yoga, summer style tips, day trips, special deals, and more. If it’s happening in Southie this summer, you’ll find it in our summer guide! This guide will be updated weekly, so make sure to keep checking back!  Check it out here! 

Have a fun-filled weekend! Thank you to our Caught in Southie readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local neighborhood media efforts!