Happy 250th Birthday, America!!! Need plans for the 4th weekend?!? Check out our weekend picks!
America’s Birthday Weekend
America is turning 250 years old!! Check out our guide to see how to celebrate in the neighborhood!
Baby, You’re a Firework
On July 2nd, head to the Seaport District to see fireworks along the water via HarborFest around 9:15 p.m. Spots to watch – the Barking Crab, Envoy’s Outlook rooftop Woods Hill Pier 4 or Nautilus Pier 4. For a romantic pick – head to Mastro’s Ocean Club.
Fourth of July Bash at Park City
This family-friendly event will take place in Park City on Saturday, July 4th, featuring classic backyard BBQ fare, a hot dog-eating contest, games, and more. 12pm-4pm.
Brunch at Common Craft
Upgrade your weekend vibes with brunch at Common Craft. The brunch menu has something for everyone, with savory and sweet options! Brunch is on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 3pm. Make your reservations here!
Stars, Stripes, & Sinatra at Capo
Sinatra Sunday is going patriotic and celebrating Independence Day on Sunday, July 5th – doors open at 5:30pm, show starts at 6:30pm. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live Sinatra classics, handcrafted cocktails, and all the Supper Club magic that makes Sundays at Capo so special. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, or visiting Boston for the holiday weekend, there’s no better way to cap off your Fourth of July festivities. Make your reservation today!
Fourth of July Celebrations at Lincoln
Lincoln is launching frozen drinks just in time for the heatwave and Fourth of July weekend! Also this week’s Brunch Test Kitchen will feature Fourth of July Specials! Make your reservations now! The World Cup will be on all weekend long!
Seaport Smalls
Seaport Smalls are taking over The Paseo at 111 Harbor Way, on Sunday, July 5th from 10-11am. It is a rotating free children’s program for ages 0-8. This Saturday will feature Little Groove – Music for Kids. Refreshments will be available for purchase at Blue Bottle Coffee. Get more info here!
Celebrate Fourth of July 250th at The Lawn on D
Celebrate America’s 250th at the Lawn on D! Kick back in an outdoor space with shaded cabanas and bars, made for guests of all ages. With live music, drinks, food, and lawn games, there’s something for everyone at the Lawn on D this 4th of July. Be sure to check out the 250th Menu at the Pavilion on D, serving select items at $2.50 from 12 PM – 3 PM. Get all the details here!
New Summer Menu Additions at Anna’s Taqueria
Stop by this weekend to try the new menu additions at Anna’s Taqueria! Their delicious seasoned shrimp served over our new salad base topped with beans, sweet peppers, house-made pineapple jalapeno salsa, avocado and cilantro. Served with our cilantro dressing. And they also added a shrimp taco with house-made pineapple jalapeno salsa, cilantro and shredded lettuce on corn tortillas. Order yours here!
USS Constitution is Underway
USS Constitution is scheduled to go underway from Charlestown Navy Yard on July 4th at 10:00 a.m in honor of Independence Day! USS Constitution’s cruise will be viewable from the Boston Harborwalk, Castle Island, and Charlestown Navy Yard. There will fire a 21-gun salute viewable from Fort Independence on Castle Island at approximately 11:30 a.m. While you’re out at Castle Island, you might as well get some lunch or ice cream at Sullivan’s! The turnaround will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Boston Harborfest
Boston Harborfest, one of the country’s largest Fourth of July festivals, returns to Boston Harbor and Downtown Boston for its Boston250 edition July 2-4. The long-running festival, celebrating Boston’s revolutionary history and its everyday vibrancy, will feature dozens of events and activities, including live entertainment, historical re-enactments, integration with U.S. Navy Week, fireworks, and more. The latest event schedule is now available at www.bostonharborfest.com.
Free Admission to JFK Library + Museum
Enjoy free admission to the JFK Library and Museum from July 3- 5. You can learn more here.
Cisco Brewers Seaport
Cisco Brewers Seaport is celebrating Fourth of July Weekend from Thursday – Sunday with live music, food and drink special and more!
Summer Beach Boxes at Lincoln
Headed to the beach for the July 4th weekend?! Stop by Lincoln first for a Summer Beach Box! For just $20, you can get a sandwich, chips, and a drink. Place your order here! Plus read our Beach Etiquette post before you go!
Pre-Fourth of July Workout with MyStryde
MyStryde is hosting a workout on Friday morning (6:30-8am) at Park City!
Mother’s East Tavern is celebrating Boston250 with a colonial nod
Mother’s East Tavern is celebrating the colonial era with specials and bar details! Enjoy a Fish House Punch cocktail! A colonial-era punch of rum, cognac & peach with deep American roots! Historians say that George Washington did thirteen toasts of Fish House Punch, one for each of the colonies, during a victory celebration at the Fraunces Tavern in NYC. Mother’s East Tavern’s version of the original is absolutely delicious. $13
Try the Hemings’ Housemade Lemon Custard Ice Cream: Chef David used Thomas Jefferson’s original recipe – one of 10 handwritten recipes Thomas Jefferson kept. However, after researching the recipe’s history, Mother’s East learned that Jefferson’s enslaved Chef, James Hemings, was the one who really developed the recipe. So, they’ve made sure to give credit where credit is due on our menu. They serve the custard with macerated cherries, sumac, and mint for $10.
Plus, there are many colonial-style finishes in Mother’s East bar. They ebonized all of the millwork in the bar ourselves. Ebonizing wood is a traditional way of staining wood using a natural solution made from soaking steel wool in vinegar. Our ceiling was hand-painted by Alec using traditional milk paint; this centuries-old formula is a natural, nontoxic paint made from simple ingredients such as milk protein, lime, and clay that produce rich colors. So cool!
The Nautilus Pier 4
The Nautilus Pier 4 will be open on the Fourth of July! The perfect place to enjoy dinner and drinks before the fireworks on July 2nd! Guests are welcome to stop by Nautilus’ Harbor Bar throughout the day for cocktails!
Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
At 8pm on July 4th, the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular will take place along the Esplanade, with a concert performance at the Hatch Shell. Hosted by Jane Lynch, the free outdoor event will feature musical performances by Lainey Wilson, Chance The Rapper, and Trombone Shorty, followed by a revolutionary-themed drone show and a massive fireworks display. Read this first!
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!
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 – DJ Sets starting at 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Rotating live bands 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!
Park City– Live music every night! Follow them for weekly lineup updates!
The Grove at Lawn on D– From DJ sets to live bands to line dancing! The Grove has a wide variety of entertainment throughout the week! Check out their schedule here!
Cisco Seaport features a rotating lineup every weekend. Follow them for their schedule.
Cisco Brewing Fenway – Check out the latest live music happening at Cisco Brewing Fenway here.
SPORTS!!:
Red Sox vs. Angels – Friday, July 3rd at 9:38pm, Saturday, July 4th at 9:38pm and Sunday, July 5th at 9:30pm.
World Cup Matches – check out the schedule here.
Here are 12 Places to Watch the Game in South Boston!
FIFA World Cup Fever
The FIFA World Cup is coming to Boston (well…Foxboro), and whether you’re lucky enough to have tickets to a match or plan on watching here in the neighborhood, we’ve got you covered. From where to watch the games and can’t-miss fan festivals to special events, watch parties, transportation updates, and street closures, this guide has everything you need to make the most of one of the biggest sporting events in the world. Get all the details here.
Make sure to check out our Guide to Summer in Southie
It’s summer in Southie – the hottest place to be! Forget Newport or the Cape; we’ve got it all right here – beaches, boats, roof decks, dining al fresco, and some of the coolest people around! We’ve got the scoop on everything that’s “Hot in Southie” this summer, from places to eat and drink apres beach to summer workouts, outdoor yoga, summer style tips, day trips, special deals, and more. If it’s happening in Southie this summer, you’ll find it in our summer guide! This guide will be updated weekly, so make sure to keep checking back! Check it out here!
Have a fun-filled weekend! Thank you to our Caught in Southie readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local neighborhood media efforts!
