Thanksgiving is over which means it’s time to put up the Christmas tree (if you haven’t already), get out the menorah and prepare to celebrate whatever holiday means something to you and your family. Regardless of what that may be, December means peppermint, snowflakes, and gathering with friends and family. Here are some local events, pop-ups, and drinks to get you in the holiday spirit.

The Holiday-Inspired Spirits to Get You in The Holiday Spirit

Say bye-bye to your frozen strawberry margarita and hello to your seasonal favorite, a frozen espresso martini from Fox and The Knife. Think of it like the adult version of the double chocolately chip frappacino, with a little bit more than a sugar kick.  Here are some more holiday cocktail options!

• Hot or Cold Apple Cider Smash – Local 149
• Spiked Hot Chocolate – Publico 
• Peppermint Espresso Martini – Capo
• The Snowday at The Broadway
• Winter White Margarita at Roza Lyons

Non-Alcoholic Drinks to Hold While Strolling Around Town

• White Chocolate Iced Coffee – Broadway Pastry and Cafe
• Hot Cocoa Supremo! Hot Chocolate, Vegan Whip, Crushed Candy Cane – Lulu Green
• Mocha Mint Iced Coffee –Sidewalk Cafe
• Sugar Cookie Coffee – Olga’s Kafe 
• White Hot Chocolate – PS Gourmet 
• Hot Chocolate made with milk and served with a mini-candy cane – Deja Brew 

For the Holiday Hostess

• Negroni cocktail mixer and holiday disco ball cup -available to buy at Love Child

Shore Leave Sippin’ Santa’s Surf Shack

Chosen alongside  22 other restaurants in the country to host the holiday event, the South End spot is converting for the Holiday season with its new list of holiday cocktails and brand new sushi menu designed to keep everyone satisfied and smiling! Make your reservation today to secure your very own lobster salad roll and Kris Kringle Colada!

Friday Holiday Brunch at The Broadway

‘Tis The SZN For New Holiday Brunch at The Broadway. Every Friday in December, you can enjoy Holiday Brunch from 10am – 2:30pm. New Menu Items include  The Brady – sausage patty, hash brown, scrambled egg, American cheese, spicy mayo, French Toast Sticks – cinnamon sugar, Nutella, whipped cream. BW Breakfast – two eggs any way, home fries, English muffin, choice of bacon, chicken-maple sausage, or avocado. Hawaiian Rice Bowl – jasmine rice, char-broiled burger, shitake demi-glaze, spicy mayo, sunny egg, crispy shallot & garlic, chive.

Holiday Lunch at Nautilus Pier 4

Nautilus Pier 4 is getting in the holiday spirit with Holiday Lunch – Fridays + Saturdays 12pm-3pm through December 31st.

Get Crafty – Holiday Style

Capo is offering festive wreath-making classes on Monday, December 5th, and Monday, December 12th with Market Floral Studio. Enjoy cocktails, charcuterie and create a gorgeous holiday wreath to take home! Enjoy 20% off all food purchases and a Galliano specialty cocktail while you decorate. The event runs from 6:30-8:30pm.  Purchase your ticket here! 

Lincoln will feature gingerbread house making on Monday, December 5th and Monday, December 19th at 6:30pm led by pastry chef Marissa Hart. Enjoy a seasonal cocktail and pizza buffet while you create your own whimsical gingerbread house to take home.  $75 per person. You can reserve your spot here! 

Love Child is also offering wreath-making and gingerbread house workshops in December! You can check out the schedule here! 

Bracelet Making Holiday Edition with In Good Co. at The Broadway on December 13th at 7pm.  Purchase your tickets here! 

Wreath Making at Castle Island Brewing on Wednesday, December 14th from 6pm-7:30pm.  You can register here! 

Holiday Markets, Pop-Ups and Shopping Events

Are you someone who likes to get out and make holiday shopping an experience? Or maybe you just like supporting local vendors? If so, here are a few holiday markets and pop-up shops to check out this season!

Snowport Holiday Market
When: November 11th – January 2nd
Where: 100 Seaport Boulevard
Highlights: 120 + vendors, holidays activities, and a tree market

Winter Market at Castle Island Taproom
When: December 11th 12pm-4pm
Where: Castle Island Brewing Co.
Highlights: Unique local businesses and lots of beer

The Broadway Sip + Shop
When: Wednesday, December 14th 6pm-9pm
Where: The Broadway
Highlights: Eat, drink, + be merry while you shop local vendors!

4th Annual Holiday Bazaar at Grand Ten
When December 4th and December 11th – 12pm-4pm
Where: Grand Ten Distilling
Highlights: Craft Cocktails and Local Vendors.

SoWa Winter Festival
When: For hours visit here
Where: SoWa Power Station – learn more here
Highlights: 100+ vendors, live music, specialty cocktails

For more holiday shopping events, visit here!