Weekend Picks – August 1st

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Summer Fridays at Lincoln
Fridays just got even better!! Lincoln is serving up awesome brunch specials from 10am to 3pm. There will be $1 oysters and shrimp. Start your weekend off right and make your reservations now!
Real Housewives Meet the Green Monster: Bravo Night At Fenway
Calling all Bravo Fans!! Bravolebrities are taking over Fenway Park on Friday, August 1st at 7:10pm. Support the Red Sox against the Astros while meeting your favorite Bravo cast members. The cast members include Tamara Judge, Alexia Nepola, Marysol Patten, and Tom Schwartz. Purchase tickets through this link and get a free Red Sox x Bravo hat. Get all the details here!
Fish & Farm Market
The Boston Fish Pier will be open for a Farmer’s Market on Saturday, July 12th from 9:30am to 1:30pm. The Boston Fish Pier has been a vital part of Seaport life for over a century! Stop by to enjoy locally caught seafood and get some fresh vegetables and fruit to pair with it! There will also be meat, cheeses, and other specialty items! Support local farmers and fishermen!
Saturday Sweat in the Seaport
Join lululemon on Saturday, August 2 at 10:00AM on Seaport Common. And don’t miss checking out their new, much bigger store at 395 Congress St after class. Seaport Sweat is sponsored by Mass General Brigham Health Plan.
Camp Spectacle
Boston Harbor Now is inviting you to spend the night on Spectacle Island on Saturday, August 2nd. It is a once in a lifetime experience! The ticket includes a round trip ferry ticket, camping site, continental breakfast, fun activities, and smores!! So pack up your camping gear and get ready for a night under the stars! Get all the details and tickets here!
Next Stop Comedy Stand Up Show
Castle Island Brewery will be hosting Next Stop Comedy on Friday, August 1st from 8 to 9:30pm. Next Stop Comedy showcases professional comedians from Boston, New York City and beyond! Each show features a novel line-up with acts seen on TV and heard on your favorite podcasts. Get your tickets here!
Summer Street Wellness Launches August Yoga Special
We know how it goes, summer hits and suddenly it’s all late nights, weekend getaways, and your routine is nowhere to be found. If your self-care’s been on vacation too, it might be time to hit the reset button. Good news: Summer Street Wellness is here to help you find your balance, mind, body, and yes, those tight hamstrings. They’re rolling out an awesome deal to help you align, unwind, and maybe even touch your toes again. For just $111, you’ll get a whole month of unlimited yoga with their “Align in August” special. That’s right, unlimited classes, plus perks like free mat rentals and 15% off workshops and retail. This offer is only good through August 1st and is open to non-monthly members only. So, whether you’re a seasoned yogi or have always wanted to try yoga, now’s the time to commit to your practice. Book via Mind/Body app!
A New Restaurant to Try – Capri
Capri, a new Italian restaurant by the Broadway Restaurant Group, is officially open in the South End! The new future hot spot is opening at 500 Harrison Ave. You can check out the menu here.
Borrachito + Saltie Girl
Get ready, Southie—your taste buds are about to take a wild ride. Borrachito Taqueria + Spirits is teaming up with Boston seafood hotspot, Saltie Girl, for a summer-long menu collaboration that brings the bold vibes of Mexico City street food face-to-face with coastal New England flavors. Each month at Borrachito, the collab will feature one seriously delicious dish – you’re gonna want to mark your calendars!
Dine Out Boston
Dine Out Boston is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of delicious deals at participating restaurants. This delicious dining event starts this Sunday, August 3rd and ends August 16th. Enjoy lunch + dinner at participating restaurants – lunch $27 | $32 | $36 and dinner $38 | $46 | $55. Excludes tax and gratuities.Bar Volpe, Castle Island Brewing/Bardo’s, Pig Beach/PKL, and Lulu Green in Southie are participating, in addition to plenty of spots in Fort Point and Seaport including Borrachito! You can check out the full list of participating restaurants here!
The Sunday Club at The Essex Rooftop
Sundays just got better! The Sunday Club is a golden hour gathering at Essex Rooftop. Stop by this Sunday, August 3rd from 3 to 11pm. There will be awesome views, drinks, and beats by Boston’s best DJs. RSVP here!
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!
Park City has live music all weekend long! Follow them on social media to see who’s playing1
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 – Legends of Summer 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!
SPORTS!
Red Sox vs. Astros– Friday, August 1st at 7:10pm, Saturday, August 2nd at 4:10pm, Sunday, August 3rd at 11:35am
Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!
Open House
392 West Second Street – Saturday 11am-12:30pm and Sunday 10am-11am
Summer Bucket List
Summer is in full swing and there’s no better time to explore everything our neighborhood (and our sister neighborhoods) have to offer. From sipping cocktails with a view to catching a water taxi or eating some ice cream, this list has a little something for everyone! So slide into your flip flops, grab a friend, and let the summer fun begin right in your own backyard! Check out our list here!
Feast Season in the North End
Every weekend, Boston’s most iconic neighborhood transforms into a vibrant celebration of Italian culture, featuring beloved traditions such as the Feast of Saint Agrippina, Madonna Della Cava, the Fisherman’s Feast, and the grand finale—Saint Anthony’s Feast. Think parades winding through the narrow streets, live music echoing off brick buildings, and the mouthwatering scent of Italian street food in the air. Get the details here.
Check back this list may be updated!
5th generation South Boston native, who rarely travels outside of Southie. Hobbies include grabbing drinks, walking around the neighborhood, and spending time with her bulldog, Chubbs. Her perfect day would be going on a stroll to get a coffee, followed by lunch at Loco, then drinks at Hunter’s, and grabbing a slice of pizza for the walk home.


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