Weekend Picks – December 27th

Raise your glass!

Los Alebrijes, a family-owned spot featuring Mexican food, now serves cocktails! In addition to beer, wine, and margaritas, you can also try a Cantarito – a traditional drink from Jalisco, Mexico, often found at roadside bars in Tequila Jalisco made with a blend of tequila, citrus juices, Squirt, salt, and lime juice! Los Alebrijes menu features pozole, tortilla soup, pescadillas, tacos, enchiladas, and more!  Save room for the churros and ice cream for dessert!

Prepare to Recycle those Christmas Trees

Recycle those dried-out Christmas trees this week! The City of Boston will be collecting them for the first two full weeks in January! Place trees at the curb by 6am on trash day. No decorations, bags, stands or lights on the tree. The tree will be shredded up to be used as compost. The compost will be distributed in various Boston parks o help new things grow! You can learn more here! 

Set Sail into the Holiday Spirit with the HO HO HO Boat Hop!

Get ready to deck the decks and toast the season at the HO HO HO Boat Hop! 🥂 This festive event is the perfect way to cruise into the holidays with seasonal cheer, tasty bites, and some Boston Harbor magic until December 29th.. Get all the festive and fun details here!

Explore Nature’s Sanctuary by Visiting Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation, Boston’s largest remaining salt marsh, is a hidden gem for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. This tranquil area offers scenic trails perfect for walking or jogging, with beautiful views of the marshlands and Boston skyline in the distance. A haven for birdwatching, the reservation is home to diverse wildlife, allowing visitors to experience Boston’s natural beauty up close.

Atlantic Works Gallery Brings the Festive Weirdness with “Jingle Bells, Batman Smells”

AWG has a new show to check out this month with a holiday spin!  You can get all the details here. 

Prepare for NYE at EBO Grocery

Planning on ringing in 2025 at home? EBO Grocery will make your NYE celebration a snap! It’s one-stop shopping for bubbles, oysters, snacks, and even caviar!

Brunch in the Neighborhood

From savory meals to sweet surprises (and much-needed hair of the dog), there’s something for everyone! Whether you’re in the mood for comfort food or a morning cocktail, East Boston’s brunch scene has you covered. Check out some of our favorite spots in East Boston for brunch!

Move that Body

Too much celebrating during this holiday season? Move that body! Here are some workouts to try in the neighborhood! 

Holiday Market at Snowport

The Holiday Market at Snowport is almost wrapping up for the Holiday Season! Stop by this weekend, Friday & Saturday, 11am to 9pm and Sunday, 11-8pm. Snowport has over 120+ local vendors, a tree market, food, drinks, and everything you could need for the holiday season. Grab all the info regarding the market here!

SPORTS!

Patriots vs. Chargers – Saturday December 29th at 1pm.

Bruins vs. Blue Jackets – Saturday December 28th at 7pm.

Celtics vs. Pacers – Sunday December 29th at 6pm.

Here are 7 Places to Watch in the Neighborhood!