Blog https://www.meetboston.com/blog/ Blog Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:26:47 +0000 Boston’s Best Galentine’s Day Ideas https://www.meetboston.com/blog/post/bostons-20-best-galentines-day-ideas/ https://www.meetboston.com/blog/post/bostons-20-best-galentines-day-ideas/#comments https://www.meetboston.com/blog/post/bostons-20-best-galentines-day-ideas/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Popularized by the hit TV sitcom, Parks and Rec, ‘Galentine’s Day’ is celebrated every year on February 13th. This modern special holiday redirects the romantic couple focus of Valentine’s Day to a celebration of the relationships between you and your best friends.

So, grab your friends, your mom,

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Igloo Experiences

Ballers Seaport

Location: Seaport

Indulge in an unforgettable winter experience at Ballers. Tucked beside the Ballers' innovative synthetic ice-skating rink, these private heated igloos are the perfect backdrop for date nights, small gatherings, and picture-perfect moments. Sink

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It's almost Oktoberfest season in Boston! Each year, these can't-miss festivities celebrate the finer things in life: beer, bratwurst, and festive music. Over the next several weeks, the Greater Boston area will host several new and returning celebrations for you to experience. So, clean out your

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Boston is known for its sports teams, historic sites, and beautiful parks, but the city is possibly best known for its amazingly fresh seafood. And there is no better place to enjoy a New England favorite — the iconic lobster roll — than here in Boston. So, whether you enjoy it cold with mayonnaise,

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It's feast season in the North End!

Head to Boston's oldest neighborhood for iconic celebrations like the Feast of Saint Agrippina di Mineo, Madonna Della Cava Feast, Fisherman's Feast, and Saint Anthony's Feast—affectionately known as the "Feast of all Feasts." Each weekend, the streets come alive

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With great weather and outdoor dining season in full swing, Boston is excited to welcome you back to the beer and wine garden scene. Check out our list of the best beer, wine and even cocktail gardens in Boston and beyond.

Distraction + Democracy Beer Garden, Downtown

1 City Hall Plaza, Boston

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As Boston’s culinary scene evolves, food halls take the spotlight.

Food halls feature a variety of cuisines under the same roof, focusing on international fare with a local flair. Boston food halls offer endless dining options for everyone.

Boston Public Market

Boston Public Market

Location: North End

The

]]> Your Ultimate Spring Bucket List in Boston https://www.meetboston.com/blog/post/top-things-to-do-this-spring-in-boston/ https://www.meetboston.com/blog/post/top-things-to-do-this-spring-in-boston/#comments https://www.meetboston.com/blog/post/top-things-to-do-this-spring-in-boston/ Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The jackets are lighter, the flowers are blooming, and spring has sprung here in Boston. Whether you're here for spring vacation, visiting friends and family for the weekend, or looking to be a tourist in your own city – Boston is the place for you. We’ve gathered our top things to do in and around

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So you are heading to the Hub for the first time and you need help - what to see, where to go, how to immerse in authentic, local experiences. Meet Boston Is here to help. Allow us to make an initial introduction to a city that simply never gets old. Here are our top suggestions for first-time

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With Boston being nicknamed the "City of Champions," it only makes sense for our sports bars to follow suit. Here in Boston, we have sports bars for every type of fan and every sport. So, whether you're looking for a bite and a beer with a fun atmosphere or a space to find fans just like you to

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