20+ Things to Do in Boston between Christmas & New Year’s Eve 2023
When:
Sunday, Dec 24, 2023 9:00a -
Sunday, Dec 31, 2023 9:00p
Sunday, Dec 24, 2023 9:00a -
Sunday, Dec 31, 2023 9:00p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Varies
Categories:
Art, Drinks, Food, Kid Friendly, Pet Friendly
Event website:
https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/what-to-do-between-christmas-and-new-year-s
Just because we’re between holidays doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy Boston to the fullest. Learn a new skill, enjoy a lavish brunch, or keep the holiday spirit going with these fun events happening between Christmas and New Year's Eve. Events listed chronologically.
by Celina Colby
FOOD & DRINKS:
There’s still time to enjoy most of Boston’s festive holiday pop-up bars and restaurants or you can opt for a more relaxed afternoon sipping a cocktail and reading a good book.
"Champagne" in America: Wine and Food Pairing Class
When: Wednesday, 12/27
Where: Harvard Square
Info: Get ready to toast the new year by learning about the history of sparkling wine in the United States. The class includes a tasting of five sparkling wines and snack pairings to match.
Notch Holiday Bar at Mandarin Oriental
When: Thursday, 12/28-Saturday, 12/30
Where: Back Bay
Info: Enjoy live jazz music and a holiday themed whiskey cocktail bar from the Nantucket based Triple Eight Distillery. Pair your festive holiday drinks with snacks from a special seasonal tasting menu.
When: Thursday, 12/28
Where: Back Bay
Info: See Boston in a whole new light, or rather lack thereof, with a special viewing of the twinkling city lights after dark. After enjoying the nighttime views of bustling Boston, grab a drink at one of several cocktail bars in the viewing tower.
When: Saturday, 12/30
Where: Everett
Info: Puppies 3 months to 1 year will congregate at the Park-9 dog bar for puppy social hour. This might be the cutest event you’ll ever experience, and while your puppy makes friends you can do at the on-site bar slinging cocktails and mocktails.
When: Sunday, 12/31
Where: Seaport
Info: Debrief about the holidays at a Southern-inspired brunch at Grace by Nia while enjoying live jazz, R&B, and soul music played by local artists.
THE ARTS:
This quiet period is a great time to check out some of Boston’s museums. Whether you’re interested in art, history, or engineering, there’s something for everyone. You can also get a head start on your 2024 reading goals by visiting Boston’s most unique libraries.
Disasterpiece Theater Bad Movie Night
When: Wednesday, 12/27
Where: Arlington
Info: On the last Wednesday of every month film critics and lovers of weird cinema meet to watch the worst movies of all time at the Capitol Theatre in Arlington. Come early for a pre-show tape swap of horrendous films.
Beginner Crochet: Crochet Your First Infinity Scarf
When: Wednesday, 12/27
Where: Cambridge
Info: Acquire a new skill with this beginner crochet class where you’ll learn to make an infinity scarf and master the basics of the textile art. You’ll leave with a completed scarf, or at least the skills to finish your masterpiece at home.
When: Wednesday, 12/27-Sunday, 12/31
Where: South End
Info: If you’re team Die Hard Is a Christmas Movie, you have to see this one-man parody show of the classic Bruce Willis film. The 60-minute action romp will have you in stitches while paying homage to the beloved ‘80s film.
When: Thursday, 12/28
Where: Seaport
Info: Get your post-holiday art fix at the ICA with free admission on Thursday evenings. See an exhibition centering Caribbean artists and a show curated from the permanent collection by Boston-based artist Taylor Davis.
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
When: Saturday, 12/30
Where: Harvard Square
Info: Listen to classic Hans Zimmer compositions from ‘Pirates of the Caribbean,’ ‘Dune,’ ‘The Lion King,’ and more, all in a magical candlelit setting.
ACTIVE LIFE:
Though there are many ways to stay fit in Boston, skating on local ice rinks is one of the most fun during the winter season.
College Nights at the Frog Pond Ice Skating Rink
When: Tuesday, 12/26
Where: Downtown
Info: Every Tuesday night, ice skating at the Frog Pond is free for college students with valid IDs. What better way to use the post-Christmas lull than by skating smoothly towards the new year?
When: Tuesday, 12/26
Where: Harvard Square
Info: Join this social dance group for a Blues-style dance lesson and then work those new moves all night long. The Blues style developed alongside Swing dance and blends African-American and European moves.
View Boston x Lululemon Yoga Series
When: Wednesday, 12/27
Where: Back Bay
Info: Stretch it out with a special yoga class overlooking the city with 360-degree views of the Boston skyline. There’s no better place to elevate your vinyasa technique than 52 floors up in View Boston.
Sound & Flow Yoga at Long Live Roxbury
When: Saturday, 12/30
Where: Roxbury
Info: Join a gentle yoga flow class followed by a soothing sound bath at the Long Live Roxbury Brewery. Let by Michael Massey & Michelle Mendes, the class will leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY:
Take a family stroll through some of the most impressive residential light displays, holiday light installations in Boston, or day trip out to one of these extravagant light displays throughout New England.
December School Vacation Week at the ICA
When: Tuesday, 12/26-Thursday, 12/28
Where: Seaport
Info: During school vacation week young people aged 18 and under can enjoy free admission to the ICA and live artmaking projects in the Bank of America Art Lab. Family gallery guides will also be available to help families explore the current exhibitions.
When: Wednesday, 12/27-Thursday, 12/28
Where: Brighton
Info: At this free program you can get your unofficial degree in Candy Engineering. Build candy mazes, houses, and other structures using delicious and sugary drops.
OUTSIDE OF THE CITY:
When: Tuesday, 12/26-Tuesday 1/2
Where: Salem, MA
Info: To bridge the gap between happenings, head to Salem for the Frozen Fire Festival, a week-long affair featuring Cirque-style fire performances, live music and ice sculpture carving, a winter-themed artisan market, and much more.
Free admission to the Roger Williams Park Zoo
When: Wednesday, 12/27
Where: Providence, RI
Info: On Wednesday, December 27, admission to the Roger Williams Park Zoo is free for everyone. To spread the goodwill, visitors are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items that will be donated to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.
Magical places to visit in Massachusetts
When: Ongoing
Where: Around MA and beyond
Info: The end of December doesn’t mean the end of seasonal magic. These parks, zoos, historic homes, art institutions, and more around New England host special events throughout the holiday season and the winter to bring magic to the shortest and darkest days of the year.
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