Weekend Picks – August 8th

Need weekend plans!?! Check out our weekend picks!
Publico Breakfast Box
Enjoy a delicious breakfast from Publico to-go! They are offering a breakfast sandwich, a side of homefries, and a 16-oz coffee for just $9.99. The Breakfast Box is offered on Saturdays and Sundays. Call Publico or place an order online here!
Carson Community Kickback
Boston Harbor Now and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay are ecstatic to host the third annual Carson Beach Community Kickback on Friday, August 8th from 4pm-6pm! ! Take part in this FREE fun-filled afternoon with time to unwind, relax, and enjoy time with your friends, family, and neighbors. There’s something for everyone! Check out the full schedule here!Â
Free Intro to Pickleball Clinics at PickleBos
Celebrate National Pickleball Day at PickleBos! They are offering FREE Pickleball Clinics all day long on Friday, August 8th. It is the perfect chance to learn Pickleball from the pros! Sign up here!
Mystryde at Park City
Mystryde is taking over Park City for an Outdoor Power HIIT on Sunday, August 10th at 10:45am. The class will be a 50 minute Power HIIT and 20 minute stretch flow. Stay after for cold plunges, recovery drinks, and giveaways. And when you purchase a ticket for the event, you also get a free class to mystryde! Don’t miss out! Get your tickets here!
Try the new Snack Wrap at Hunter’s
Snack Wraps are taking over the lunch menu at Hunter’s! They are offering Original, Honey Buffalo, Nashville Hot, Carolina Gold, and BBQ. Forget a McDonald’s snack wrap and try out an even more delicious one this weekend! Secure your spot here!
Dine Out Boston
Dine Out Boston is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of delicious deals at participating restaurants. This delicious dining event is happening all weekend long! Make sure to reap all the benefits before it 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!
Vinyl Nights at The ICA
Friday nights just got even better! The ICA is hosting Vinyl Nights throughout the summer. Stop by on Friday, August 8th from 5 to 9pm to listen to the sounds of cumbia, salsa, tropical disco, and Latin funk! Not only will there be awesome music, but there will be drinks and waterfront views. Get all the info here!
Sweat it out at Nourish Lounge
Nourish Lounge (in Milton and Southie) offers infrared saunas to help you sweat it out and rest your body!  Infrared sauna helps to remove toxins, boost your immune system, and put you in a better mood!
Sunday Snacks at Fat Baby
Enjoy $1 dumplings and $1 wings at Fat Baby on Sundays!
Seaport Summer Market
The market will be open on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. There will be artisans and local stores with clothing, jewelry, skin care, home decor, pet goods, artwork, food and more! There will also be an outdoor food and beverage area, a DJ, and games for people of all ages to enjoy. Get more info 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 playing!
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. Padres – Friday, August 8th at 9:40pm, Saturday, August 9th at 8:40pm, Sunday, August 11th at 8:10pm
Patriots vs. Commanders – Friday, August 8th at 7:30pm.
Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!Â
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!Â
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.Â
Check back as this list may be updated!Â
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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