Get Your Skates On, Boston: It’s About to Get Icy ☃️🧊⛸️
World Skating Day is taking over Boston this weekend! From Holiday Ice Shows to Free Ice Skating Lessons at the Boston Commons Frog Pond, we've got the best winter activities on tap. (Dec 9–15, 2024)
WHAT'S POPPIN'
Celebrate World Ice Skating Day at Boston's Most Iconic Ice Festivals ⛸️❄️
Free Holiday On Ice Show in Cambridge 🎉⛸️
Skate @ Canal District Kendall in Cambridge is hosting a festive ice skating experience like no other - the Annual Holiday On Ice Show! The show’s theme, “The Skate Gatsby,” brings the glitz and glamour of the 1920s to the rink, with a high-energy performance featuring local elite skaters and professional performers from shows like Ice Capades and Disney on Ice. The best part? After the show, you can skate alongside the performers for free!
Take the Red Line to Kendall/MIT to get to Skate @ Canal District Kendall.
Holiday on Ice Show 2024 🎉⛸️
When: Saturday, December 14th | 11am to 9pm
Where: Skate @ Canal District Kendall, Cambridge
Free Ice Skating at Boston Common Frog Pond 🐸❄️
Want to skate in one of the most iconic spots in Boston? Head to Boston Common Frog Pond, where you’ll experience the charm of skating in the heart of the city. Sure, it’s a bit touristy, but it’s a must-do for any Boston winter. This year you can celebrate World Ice Skating Day with a free skating lesson at the Frog Pond, thanks to Learn to Skate USA SkateFests. The lesson is followed by practice time, so even beginners can get in on the action.
Boston Common Frog Pond is easy to access by public transit, with Park Street Station or Boylston Station just a short walk away.
Fee Ice Skating at Frog Pond 🐸❄️
When: Sunday, December 14th | All Day
Free Ice Skating Lesson: 10am to 11am | Register
Where: Frog Pond, 38 Beacon St, Boston
HIDDEN GEM
Warm Up at This Hidden Speakeasy: Backbar 🥂
Looking for a cozy and unique spot to unwind in Boston? Backbar, tucked away in Somerville’s Union Square, is the perfect hidden gem.
🍷 What makes it special? - This quirky speakeasy has become a local favorite, thanks to its nerdy decor (think Star Wars memorabilia, artistic meme renditions, and retro tchotchkes) and a cocktail menu that’s anything but ordinary. The vibe at Backbar is laid-back, but what really stands out is the rotating drink menu, which keeps things fresh and fun. From their meme-themed menu to innovative cocktails, everything is thoughtful and delicious.
😍 Affordable fun - The best part? Backbar offers drinks that rival the top cocktail bars in the city but at a fraction of the cost. Whether it’s a casual hangout with friends or a special night out, this spot offers the perfect balance of creativity, affordability, and fun. If you’re not sure what to order, just tell the bartender your flavor preferences, and they’ll craft a drink just for you. It’s a place where guests can expect great vibes, excellent drinks, and a unique experience every time.
🚪 Getting there - Find Backbar through the orange door in the alley between The Independent and Bronwyn (7 Sanborn Ct, Union Sq).
Backbar 🤫🍻 (21+ Only)
Open Tuesday to Sunday | 5pm to 12am
Where: 7 Sanborn Ct, Union Sq, Somerville
No Reservations, Walk-In Only
THIS WEEKEND
Winter Fest at Hood Park ❄️🎄
Winter Fest is bringing all the cozy, winter magic you could want to Charlestown’s Hood Park. Opening this Friday, this FREE dazzling winter wonderland features ice skating, twinkling lights, live performances, and a ton of festive food and drink options.
December 5th to January 25th | Time Varies (See Calendar)
Where: 100 Hood Park, Charlestown, MA
Holidaze Market 🛍️
50 small local businesses are popping up at The Charles River Speedway in Boston to sell art, vinyl, vintage, & more!
When: All Weekend, December 14th & 15th, 11am to 6pm
Where: The Charles River Speedway, Brighton
North End Holiday Stroll ✨
Come celebrate and shop local this holiday season while exploring the festively-decorated streets of Boston’s “Little Italy” and its 15 trendy boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops, as well as food and drink stalls.
When: Friday, December 13th, 5pm - 9pm
Where: Corner of Hanover and Cross St, 191 Hanover St, Boston
Snowport 🧤
The Holiday Market at Snowport features 120+ local makers, more food than ever before, custom cocktail bars, festive decor, live music, and more.
When: Everyday till December 29th, 11am to 9pm
Where: Seaport Common, 100 Seaport Boulevard
