Boston’s Hidden Cocktail Experience

Step behind an unmarked door into Next Door, an intimate East Boston speakeasy. Get a welcome sip, pick two signature cocktails off the menu, and snack on a shared antipasto board while you learn the stories behind the drinks. 21+, 90 minutes, exact address revealed after booking. Multiple dates and times available; book here.

Get your hot pants and sequins ready!

Get ready to dance the night away! The 12th Annual Donna Summer Disco Party returns to City Hall Plaza on Friday, August 28, from 5pm–9pm. This free, family-friendly celebration will feature all of Donna Summer’s greatest hits, plus glow sticks, bubbles, colorful lights, a disco ball, and roller skating right on City Hall Plaza. DJ Vince1 will be spinning Donna Summer favorites along with more disco classics. Boston-born disco legend Donna Summer was a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a five-time Grammy winner, and sold over 140 million records worldwide. She was born in Dorchester and was raised in Mission Hill before rising to stardom in the 1970s. She passed away at the age of 62 years old on May 17, 2012. This annual event honors her life and celebrates her music and legacy in Boston!

Live Mariachi at La Hacienda

Stop by La Hacienda’s beautiful patio on Friday night for live mariachi music, paired with delicious homestyle El Salvadoran and Mexican food. Open until 2am every day, it’s a great late-night hang whether you’re grabbing dinner or just stopping in for drinks. 150 Meridian St, Boston, MA 02128.

Vortex Ecstatic Beach Dance

Head over to Constitution Beach Park, this Saturday (8/29) at 2PM to move, groove, and celebrate the end of summer! Tickets here!

Geoffstock 2026 Music Festival

East Boston’s own music, art, and comedy festival is from 12-9PM this Saturday at East Boston Yacht Club (1 Rice St). Get tickets here!

Live Music at the Tall Ship

Head to The Tall Ship to see live music all weekend! Reserve one of Tall Ship’s Waterfront Lounges or Harbor Huts and enjoy stunning views of the Boston skyline. Reservations are available for up to 3.5 hours. 

Let’s go Kayaking

What better way to start or end your day than with a guided sunrise or sunset kayak tour of Boston Harbor? The Piers Park Sailing Center offers guided sunrise and sunset tours this weekend! It’s a great way to explore the city from the ocean!  You can book the morning session here and the evening one here! They are also open for regular public kayaking; you can reserve a time to kayak the Piers Park Cove by booking here. 

Sip and Sculpt Pottery on the Patio

Head over to the Downeast Cider house for a relaxing Sunday afternoon (1-3PM). Tickets here!

Seaport Summer Market

Spend your Saturday at The Summer Market! The market will be open from 11am to 6pm. There will be artisans and local stores with clothing, jewelry, skin care, home decor, pet goods, artwork, food and more! There will also be a DJ and games for people of all ages to enjoy. Get more info here!

SPORTS!

Red Sox vs. Yankees – Friday, August 28th at 7:15pm, Saturday, August 29th at 1:05pm & 7:15,  and Sunday, August 30th at 1:35pm.

Here are  7 Places to Watch in the Neighborhood! 

Check back as this list may be updated! 

Have a fun weekend! Thank you to our Caught in Eastie readers and Neighborhood Partners for supporting our local journalism efforts!