Weekend Picks – January 30th

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Salsa y Control Vinyl Jam Dance Social Event

Join Zumix for an evening of Salsa dancing to the vintage sounds of vinyl! Beginner Salsa lesson included, plus dance & musical performances. Dance to the best Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha Cha, Pachanga, and more, from the classics to the newest music out there! Get your dance shoes ready to jam to the sounds of DJs Johnny G, Sonerito Andres, Walter, Rob Suave and D. Martinez. Admission: $20 in Advance, $25 at the door if available. Takes place Saturday at 6:30pm. 100% of the proceeds will go to support ZUMIX’s work. Buy your tickets here!

The Rink at The Tall Ship

Introducing The Rink at The Tall Ship! Boston’s most iconic waterfront destination is about to make waves – this time, on ice.❄️⛸ Navy Yard Hospitality Group, in partnership with the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), is thrilled to announce the preview opening of The Rink at The Tall Ship, taking place this weekend, January 16. The preview marks the first phase of a new seasonal transformation of East Boston’s iconic waterfront venue. This initial soft launch offers guests an early look at the outdoor ice rink and select programming, with a full grand opening scheduled for February 11, 2026, when additional features, amenities, and experiences will debut. Get all the details here! 

Plus, the Boston Police Foundation is offering a free learn-to-skate session on Sundays from 9am – 9:45am. You can register at rinkboston.com

East Boston Taco Trail 

Taste of Eastie has rolled out the brand-new East Boston Taco Trail—a cultural and culinary adventure that highlights the neighborhood’s incredible Mexican taquerías, Salvadoran kitchens, and Colombian grills. So, what’s the Taco Trail all about? Think of it as your “passport to flavor”—a guided way to explore Eastie’s authentic taquerías, hidden gems, and local spots serving up everything from street-style tacos to lively bar bites. It’s the perfect excuse to gather your friends and eat your way through the neighborhood. November 15th – February 28th  You can learn more here! 

Community Yoga Class at The Point

Enjoy a donation based clas led by the 2026 Yoga Teacher Training graduate instructors on Saturday from 12pm-1pm!  This class will benefit the East Boston Community Soup Kitchen! Suggested donation is $10.  You can learn more here! 

Be on the lookout for Snowy Owls

If you’ve ever spotted a stunning white owl perched along the shore or in an open field, you’re not imagining things—snowy owls are real, and they’re here in Boston for the winter! These Arctic natives make their way south every year, seeking out familiar tundra-like landscapes (hello, Logan Airport) to spend the colder months.  Get the details! 

Betty the Yeti Cocktail Crawl

Hop on a ferry and sip your way through the Seaport this season! Get a crawl card and collect stamps at the participating bars! The list includes Borrachito, Grace by Nia, Kings, and more!! They have both mocktails and cocktails on the menu. Collect all the stamps and get a $50 gift card! Get all the details here!

Mariachi Night at La Hacienda

Get the weekend spirit with live mariachi on Friday nights at La Hacienda! A great way to start the weekend!

Dinner by the ocean at Reelhouse

How about dinner and drink by the water? Treat yourself to dinner and drinks at Reelhouse this weekend!  You can check out the menu here! 

Try a Cantarito

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!

SPORTS!

Bruins vs. Lightning – Sunday, February 1st at 6:30pm

Celtics vs. Kings – Friday, January 30th at 7:30pm

Celtics vs. Bucks – Sunday, February 1st at 3:30pm

One week till the Super Bowl!! Check out how to make your Super Bowl Party memorable here!

Here are  7 Places to Watch in the Neighborhood! 

Check back as this list may be updated!

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