Weekend Picks – January 2nd

Need weekend plans!?! Check out our weekend picks!
Betty the Yeti Cocktail Crawl
Sip your way through the Seaport this holiday season! Get a crawl card and collect stamps at the participating bars! The list includes Borrachito, Grace by Nia, Kings, and more!! They have both mocktails and cocktails on the menu. Collect all the stamps and get a $50 gift card! Get all the details here!
Lincoln’s New Year Cocktails
Start your year off right at Lincoln! They have delicious cocktail specials to celebrate the new year all weekend long. The menu features a banana split espresso martini, a festive spritz, and a midnight ice cosmo. Make your reservation here!
Publico Endless Brunch
You heard that right! Publico now has ENDLESS brunch! You will get all you can eat brunch tapas from 10 to 3pm on Saturday and Sunday! Pair your brunch with a mimosa, rose, or mocktail. The prices vary from 25$ to 45$, depending on your drink selection and 3 alcoholic beverages are included in the price. All members of the table must participate. You will have a 90 minute reservation window! Secure your spot now!
Boston Common Golf Watch Party at Broadway Golf
Broadway Golf is hosting a watch party for Boston Common Golf’s first match of 2026. Boston Common Golf is a high tech golf league that uses a simulator to put a new twist on golf spectating. The party is happening Friday, January 2nd at 6:30pm. There will be giveaways and contests. Get the details here!
Sweat Out 2025 at Moki Sauna
Start the first weekend of the new year off with a sweat and a cold plunge at Moki Sauna. There’s a brand-new way to warm up in South Boston — and cool down just as fast. Moki, a modern sauna and cold plunge experience, is officially open at 385 Dorchester Ave, bringing a fresh twist on wellness to the neighborhood. This isn’t your average spa day. Moki combines Nordic-inspired sauna rituals with sleek, minimalist design and a community-minded vibe. Think cedar saunas, icy plunges, outdoor firepits (coming soon), and cozy lounge spaces — all meant to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect. Learn more here!Â
$1 Wings at The Shamrock Pub
The Patriots are playing Sunday and The Shamrock is the perfect place to watch the game. And to make it even better they are serving $1 wings, (6 wings minimum per order). For more updates, follow them on instagram!
Petula’s Early Hours Winter Menu
Winter is here! Cozy up to Petula’s for their early hour winter menu! They are offering a Gingerbread Latte, Cherry Amaretti Latte, Peppermint Mocha, Eggnog Cold Brew, and of course Hot Cocoa. Early Hours are from 7am to 11am on Fridays and 8am to 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Order ahead here!
Brunch for Days at Fresh Boston
Fresh is offering Brunch ALL DAY Thursday – Saturday 10:30 am – 11 pm Make your reservation here!
New Year, New You
Thinking of becoming a healthier you in 2026? Southie is filled with awesome and local business that can help you reach your fitness goals. Check out our round up and try out somewhere new this year!
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!Â
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.Â
Loco –performers and DJ in the main space and the lounge on the weekend! Look on their Instagram story for lineup!
SPORTS!
Bruins vs. Canucks – Saturday, January 3rd at 10pm
Celtics vs. Clippers – Saturday, January 3rd at 10:30pm
Patriots vs. Dolphins – Sunday, January 4th at 4:25pm
Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!
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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