Weekend Picks – LDW 2024

Need weekend plans?!? We’ve got you covered!

Boston Jazz Festival

Jazz will be taking over the Seaport on Friday, August 30th from 5pm to 10pm and Saturday, August 31st from 12pm to 10pm. Get ready to groove to the smooth sounds of jazz in Maritime Park. There will be vendor booths, food, and a beer garden! It is the perfect way to enjoy the end of summer and support local artists! Find out more here!

Harbor Harmonies

Enjoy an outdoor chamber music concert featuring piano + violin on Friday at 7:30pm at Midway Artist Studio – 15 Channel Center Street. This free event is brought to you by FPAC!

Seaport Summer Market

Swing by The Summer Market, this weekend! The market will be open on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 7pm. There will be artisans and local stores with clothing, jewelry, skincare, home decor, pet goods, artwork, food, and more! There will also be an outdoor food and beverage area, a pop-up from the Boston Children’s Museum, a DJ, and games for people of all ages to enjoy. Get more info here!

Southie Christmas

Many people in the neighborhood will be moving in and moving out and with that the Southie Christmas season is here! There will be free home goods and furniture lining the streets and up for grabs. Take a stroll through the neighborhood and scour for free treasures! Here are some helpful info. for Moving Day too! 

The Handlebar Labor Day Sale

The Handlebar is featuring a special LDW sale! Enjoy 20$ off class packs – no code required packs expire 12/31/24. Also 40% off for first month of all memberships – use code LDW2024 at check out!

After Beach at Shy Bird

After soaking up the sun at M Street Beach make sure to stop by Shy Bird for some summertime specials! They will be running this promotion on weekends from 3-5pm all summer long! The specials include ceviche, strawberry & watermelon salad, street corn dip, and Korean fried chicken sandwiches! And most importantly Mudslides!! Secure your reservation here!

Bark the Vote

Seaport has gone to the dogs! Dogs are a beloved part of the Seaport Community and to celebrate our favorite four-legged friends, Seaport will appoint an official neighborhood dog mayor in 2024.T he first phase of voting takes place through August 30th and after this, the top 5 dogs will move onto the “Pooch Primaries.” Voting – Round 1: Polls are open until 8/30. Get your votes in now! Get more info and vote here!

Farmer’s Forge at Cannonball Cafe

Stop by Cannonball Cafe for their Farmer’s Forge on Saturday August 30th from 9-12pm. There will be fresh produce, homemade soap, candles, permanent jewelry and more! Grab a coffee and support these awesome local businesses! Follow them on instagram for more updates!

Book the Blooms + Bevvie’s Cafe at Love Child!

Book the Blooms & Bevvies Cafe – Love Child‘s 6-person table, located in the cozy back corner of the shop, is a place to gather and get creative.  Think of it as an informal version of its beloved Blooms & Booze class.  You can get all the details here! 

Moving Boxes from Lincoln

Moving this weekend!?! Lincoln has the perfect box for you! They will be offering a lunch special till 9/1 which includes the choice of Broadway Club or Southie-West Salad, Pirates Booty, Chocolate Chunk Cookie, and a Capri Sun for 20$. It is the perfect reward after moving all day!

Welcome to the Block Party Loco

Loco wants to welcome you to the neighborhood on Monday from 4pm-7pm at Loco Lounge!  First 50 people get a free limited edition Loco Tumbler! Sweet!

SoWa Open Market

Spend your Sunday at SoWa Open Market from 11-4pm. Artisans, craftspeople, designers, and local farmers gather in the SoWa Open market and shop owners open their doors. They have live music and food trucks. Support local artists and business owners while buying awesome goods.

Fish & Farm Market

The Boston Fish Pier will be open for a Farmer’s Market on Saturday August 31st from 11am to 3pm. 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!

Live Music Roundup

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!

DJ Wyatt will be playing at Sunday Funday at 9pm at Publico!

Shamrock Pub has live music on Fridays with Fionn starting at 8pm

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 has performers and DJ in the main space and the lounge on the weekend! Look on their Instagram story for lineup!

SPORTS!

Red Sox vs. Tigers – Friday August 30th at 6:40pm, Saturday August 31st at 6pm, and Sunday September 1st at 1:40pm.

Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!

Check back as this roundup may be updated!