5 Things You Should Know This Week – August 3rd

Cisco Disco on Tuesday
Break out your sequins and lace up your skates! Cisco Disco is back and taking over the Seaport on Tuesday, August 4, from 6–10 p.m. at Cisco Brewing Seaport with a roller skating rink, disco-inspired cocktails, live music by Aldous Collins, exclusive merch, and plenty of retro vibes. Disco attire is highly encouraged, so don’t be afraid to go all out!
National Night Out
Get ready for an evening of fun, community spirit, and safety awareness across the city! Join the Boston Police Department this week to celebrate National Night Out 2026! It takes two nights to reach every neighborhood in Boston; make a plan to participate, featuring food, games, and plenty of entertainment! Takes place in South Boston on Tuesday, August 4th at Moakley Park (450 Old Colony Ave.) from 3:30pm-5:30pm.
Dine Out Boston is Back
Dine Out Boston® is back for its summer edition from August 1-15, 2026. Presented by Meet Boston, and in partnership with the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism and new sponsor Toast, this two-week culinary celebration features close to 200 participating restaurants, providing diners an opportunity to enjoy delicious deals and restaurateurs the chance to bring in new patrons to their establishments. Get all the details including participating restaurants here.
South Boston Soccer League Fall Soccer Sign-Ups
Join the South Boston Soccer League for another year of affordable community soccer! All ages & instructional levels welcome! Players and coaches wanted! You can learn more here!
National Oyster Day
August 5th is National Oyster Day, we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by eating $1 oysters this week! Check out our round up here!
Have a wonderful week! Thank you to our Caught in Southie readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local journalism efforts!

Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.


Weekend Picks – July 31, 2026
5 Things You Should Know This Week – July 27, 2026
Weekend Picks – July 24, 2026