Weekend Picks – August 26th

National Burger Day

Celebrate National Burger Day! Whether you like it with the works or just a little ketchup, today is your perfect excuse to eat one!  We are sharing our picks for some of the best burgers in the neighborhood!

Summer, Sun, and Swings

Lawn on D is in full swing on Sunday!  Enjoy food, drinks, lawn games and ore! You can check out the full schedule here!

Events at C Street Pop Up

On Friday, August 26th from 4pm-8pm at C Street Pop Up enjoy an evening of Pour + Paint with local artist Rahim Gray! On Sunday, it’s Barre Groove Sculpt that Sass Band and Mat Class 12-12:45PM

Cinnamon Buns + Brunch Sandwiches at Lulu Green

I LIKE BIG BUNS And I cannot lie. Treat yourself to some delicious (and vegan) cinnamon buns from Lulu Green this weekend.  Place your order online – they sell out fast!  Shake up your breakfast sandwich routine and be sure to try one of Lulu Green’s hearty brunch sandwiches made with Chickpea Egg, Tofu Bacon, Potato Pancake, Marinated Kale and Avocado, Tahini, Hot Sauce, House-made Simit Bun! Only available on weekends! 

Free Beach Day Pedi-Cab Rides

Enjoy complimentary pedi-cab rides along the Southie beaches on Sunday 12pm-3pm via Trike Hub and Save the Harbor Save the Bay!

Black Owned Boston Pop Up in Seaport

Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market, taking place this Saturday + Sunday from 12-6pm, on Seaport Common. From gifts and apparel to packaged foods and beauty & skincare products, the Seaport x Black Owned Bos. Market will offer something for everyone as it raises awareness for and support of Black entrepreneurship.  Seaport Common is located at 85 Northern Avenue; visit www.bostonseaport.xyz for more information.

Back to the 80s Tea at dbar

dbar will be hosting a Back to the 80s Tea on the patio on Sunday from 4pm-8pm.

Outdoor Gentle Yoga at Marine Park

On Sundays at 10am enjoy a gentle yoga class near the bandstand at Marine Park taught by East Side Yoga + Fitness.

Beats on the Beach Block Party at Malibu

Hit Malibu Beach on Saturday from 12pm-5pm! There will be music and dance performances, local artists and vendors, dragon boats, food and free beach blankets from Top Chico!  Presented by Save the Harbor/Save the Bay!

Check out the Recreation Station

Oxford Properties and Pappas Enterprises are gearing up for the summer with all new seasonal activities at Recreation Station, South Boston’s free game and activity lending library. Recreation Station is filled with items for public use such as fitness gear, lawn games, books, family activities and more! Access the space using a simple combination. Either enter your information here or text the number listed on the front of the lending library to receive the lock box code. Then enjoy an array of seasonal activities, all yours for the borrowing. The Recreation Station is open to the public from 7am to 9pm on the waterfront along Pappas Way, the street connecting South Boston to Boston’s Seaport.  Make sure to follow them on Facebook for the latest news on special classes, activities and more!

Peddocks Island Day-Long Retreat

Ease your mind and awaken your senses with Tam of Toadstool Walks on a guided therapeutic experience on Peddocks Island on Saturday from 8:45am-4:30pm.  You can learn more here! 

Live Music

Lincoln will feature a DJ on Summer Fridays from 1pm-4pm on Sunday it’s Legends of Summer Band from 6pm-9pm.

Castle Island Brewing will have Reggae Lou and the Kind Budz at 8pm on Friday

Capo is hosting Adam Hanna on Friday, on Saturday it’s the Beat Drops and Sunday is Sinatra Sunday

Loco has DJ Alex Walker on Friday at 9pm.  On Saturday it’s DJ Colin Tonge at 9 and on Sunday Big Party Orchestra from 5pm-8pm.

Hunter’s has Jimmy Westfall on Friday from 3pm-6pm. On Saturday it’s Dylan Burke from 3pm-6pm and on Sunday Matty Sheehan will from 9pm-12am.

Sunday Snack Specials at Fat Baby

Fat Baby now has Sunday Snack specials. Enjoy $1 fried dumplings (pork or veg), wings for fifty cents each and pairs of hot chicken sliders for $12 (for two). Pairs well with Mai Tais in the sunshine on their beautiful patio!

Family Fun at the ICA

On Saturday, celebrate the end of the season with the whole family at the ICA! Catch musical performances 🎺🎻 from the @RubinBrothers, snack on sweet samples 🍓 from Driscoll’s Berry Mobile, explore summer ☀️ exhibitions one last time with family free admission, and more!  Timed entry tickets are required, and advance reservations are strongly recommended. You can learn more here. 

Shake things up

Looking for a a bar with an edge? You know, one of those bars with dim lighting, a kick-ass juke box and lively locals bellied up to the bar.  Check out our Guide to Dive Bars in the Neighborhood here! 

Register for the Tour de South Shore

The Tour de South Shore is returning on September 25 to Wompatuck State Park in Hingham! Featuring a 25- and 50-mile bike and 5K fun run/walk, all proceeds raised from the Tour de South Shore support The McCourt Foundation and their mission to help find a cure for Neurological diseases and build a healthier world. The bike courses boasts a scenic ride through the trees and along the coast in Scituate, Norwell, Cohasset and Hingham, and the 5K course winds you through and around Wompatuck State Park. Post-race, all participants and their friends and family, are invited to join us for a spirited celebration with music, free food and beer, an awards ceremony awarding the Team CUP Trophy to the top fundraising team, and more! This event is open to participants of all ages and abilities! Make your ride, run, or walk meaningful and join us at the Tour de South Shore on September 25. Learn more and commit today!