Weekend Picks – March 13th

Cozy Date Night at Cunard Tavern
It’s the perfect time for a cozy pasta date night with our Cunard Tavern’s Cavatelli, made with brown butter, crispy sage, and kabocha squash. Pairs perfectly with a glass of red! Make a reservation today!
New Exhibition at Atlantic Works Gallery: Small Vein
Atlantic Works Gallery is thrilled to announce SMALL VEIN, a duo exhibition showcasing the newest work by artists Leigh Hall and Duygu Aytaç. Exhibition Dates: March 7 – 28, 2026. Third Thursday Artist Talk & Reception: Thursday, March 19, 6–9 PM
Free and open to the public. Get all the details here.
Espresso Martinis at ReelHouse
Celebrate National Espresso Martini Day at ReelHouse!
Creative Crafters Drop-in at East Boston Public Library
If you are an adult or teen who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, and other textile crafts, please join the Eastie Public Library for this drop-in program. Whether you knit, quilt, or crochet, join our monthly meetups to relax, share ideas, and connect with fellow crafters. Takes place Saturday from 1:30pm-4:30pm. Please bring a project to work on.
Taste of Eastie has extended the Taco Trail through March!
This past fall, Taste of Eastie 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 – March 31st You can learn more here!
Outdoor Winter Fun at The Rink
Featuring outdoor skating, cozy chalets, and bumper boats at The Rink at The Tall Ship!
Take a Coffee Break
Whether it’s your morning cup of Joe or you need an afternoon caffeine pick me up, check out our roundup of 6 Places to Get Coffee in Eastie!
Add in a Workout this weekend with EASTIEFIT
This local studio offers cross-fit classes sure to get you moving and sweating! Check out the schedule 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!
Tune In – It’s the Legendary St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast
The 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast will take place Sunday morning, March 15, at the Ironworkers Union Hall, 195 Old Colony Avenue in South Boston. Beginning at 9:00 a.m., Senator Collins will serve as host, welcoming international, national, state, and local elected officials, faith leaders, and military leaders, including Irish Minister of Defense, Foreign Affairs and Trade Helen McEntee, Archbishop Richard Henning of the Catholic Archdiocese of Boston, leaders of the Irish Defense Forces, the Massachusetts National Guard, the USS Barnum, and the USS Massachusetts. Caught in Southie will be on hand with some color commentary and behind-the-scenes interviews! Learn more here!
Sports!
Bruins vs. Capitals – Saturday, March 14th at 3pm
Celtics vs. Wizards – Saturday, March 14th at 6pm
Red Sox Spring Training – Friday, March 13th at 1:05pm, Saturday, March 14th at 1:05pm and Sunday, March 15th at 1:05pm.
Here are 7 Places to Watch in the Neighborhood!
Check back as this list may be updated!
Thinking about heading to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Southie? Check out the CIS Guide to St. Patrick’s Day here!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.


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