Weekend Picks – MLK 2025

La Hacienda Mariachi Band Night

On Friday, La Hacienda is hosting a live mariachi band starting at 8pm. And on Sunday, since it’s a long weekend,  enjoy a live DJ starting at 8pm!

New Dessert Alert at Cunard Tavern

Dessert is a must when warm miso apple butter donuts are on the menu at Cunard Tavern! Try them this weekend!

MLK Concert

Join Boston Children’s Chorus on a journey as they explore the intersecting paths of two iconic figures in the fight for civil rights: Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. In Road to Freedom, we delve into the complex and multifaceted relationship between these two towering figures, highlighting their shared struggles, divergent tactics, and ultimate contributions to the fight for equality.  Takes place at Symphony Hall on January 20th at 4pm. Learn more here. 

Breakfast or lunch at Cafe Iterum

Cafe Iterum exudes cozy vibes with large community tables, interior plants enhancing the earthy ambiance, and a dedication to utilizing seasonal farm-to-table ingredients, avoiding food waste! Beyond the ordinary, it’s also a dynamic space for meetings and work sessions and allows customers to step away from the bustling city for a more relaxed vibe and eco-friendly ethos. Menu items include the dish pan cookie, a treasured recipe from the chef’s grandmother, the avocado toast adorned with pickled onion, tomato, micro herbs, and sumac, and the kale harvest bowl salad with wild rice, goat cheese, purple sweet potato, chicken, toasted almonds, and a delectable herb dressing. You can also go online to check out their weekly special menu!

Celebrate National Pizza Week in the Neighborhood

Embark on a culinary adventure through East Boston’s vibrant pizza scene with our round-up of timeless favorites and innovative newcomers! From Santarpio’s iconic Boston-style slices to Woody’s wild Hot Cheetos menu, East Boston’s pizza culture is a journey best taken by the hungry.  Check out our roundup! 

Free Admission to Museums

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day museums all over Boston will be offering free admission. The participating museums are The MFA, The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, The ICA, The Peabody Essex Museum. Also The Franklin Park Zoo is having free admission. A perfect way to spend the day and learn something new…for FREE!

Cocktails in a Speakeasy

Stop by Next Door – a very cool and chic speakeasy – and enjoy a cocktail or two.  Next Door’s cocktail menu features creative and fun drinks, like the Queen of Hearts made with cherry-infused bourbon. You can check out the cocktail menu here! 

Workouts to Try in the New Year

It’s 2025.  Shake up your workout routine and try something new! Check out our roundup here! 

SPORTS!

Bruins vs.Senators – Saturday, January 18th at 3pm.

Bruins vs. Sharks – Monday, January 20th at 1pm.

Celtics vs. Magic – Friday, January 17th at 7pm.

Celtics vs. Hawks – Saturday, January 18th at 7pm.

Celtics vs. Warriors – Monday, January 20th at 5pm.

NFL Playoff Schedule – check it out here. 

Here are  7 Places to Watch in the Neighborhood! 

Check back, as this list may be updated!