Here are the top events and activities to check out this LDW in and around Boston.
While getting out of town is great, there’s a lot to be said for staying in Boston for Labor Day Weekend. There’s so much to do, like watching college football on a big screen outside, grabbing a table at a hot restaurant or even hitting a local pool. While you might think everyone is out of town, with schools starting to reopen and students streaming in, the city will be buzzing with activity. These are the top events and activities to check out this LDW in and around Boston. And if you are still looking for things to do, see how many of the top things to do in Boston you can check off before summer is over or how many of the best restaurant patios you can visit before the end of the long weekend.
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The Red Sox will be playing at Fenway Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend against the Texas Rangers. Enjoy a Fenway frank, a cold beer and America’s oldest baseball park.
View the schedule and purchase tickets here.
With so many people heading to the Cape and islands for the long weekend, it’s the perfect time to try and score a hot table at one of the newer restaurants in town. Some hot new spots we love right now are Umbria Steakhouse in the North End, the new Greek restaurant from the team behind Krasi, Bar Vlaha in Brookline, who are debuting brunch over Labor Day weekend, including the Monday holiday. Also worth a visit over the long weekend? Prima, an Italian spot from the people behind Lincoln and Capo in Charlestown, Marseille, a sprawling bistro in the South End, the kitchen and cafe at the Nubian Markets in Roxbury, and Zhi Wei Cafe in the Leather District.
There is nothing like enjoying one last summer weekend on Nantucket. Whether you go down for a day trip or the whole weekend, here are a few places to check out on the island.
Dine at Sister Ship (29 Centre St, Nantucket, MA 02554) at the Faraway Hotel downtown. This is the coolest new opening on Nantucket so you will not be disappointed.
If you can swing a few days on Nantucket, check out The Federal Suite at Faraway Nantucket (29 Centre St, Nantucket, MA 02554). This standalone suite offers its own private entrance, three bedrooms, chef’s kitchen, wet bar and outdoor patio. Trust us, you will have a pretty luxe LDW if you book the Federal Suite.
To celebrate Labor Day the ICA is offering free admission on Monday September 5. Spend the day exploring all the galleries and exhibits, including the ICA Watershed which closes for the season after Labor Day.
The ICA is open 10am-5pm on Labor Day.
Head to the Revere Hotel’s rooftop on Saturday, September 2 for a free yoga class in partnership with Lululemon from 10-11am. Afterwards, stick around for one of the rooftop spot’s refreshing spritzes. On Sunday, September 3, head to Night Shift Brewing’s Everett Taproom and join a group session with local yoga instructors. The class runs from 11am-12pm and is $15 per person, which includes your first beer (it’s Pumpkin Piescraper season!) or non alcoholic beverage. Or, check out one of the best fitness classes in Boston.
Our town has everything from chic hotel pools to casual public splash pads available. If you're looking to lounge around at a hip rooftop pool party try the RTP at the Colonnade Hotel or keep it indoors at Boston Harbor Hotel’s Rowes Wharf Health Club and Spa.
On Monday, September 4, Loretta’s Last Call in Fenway will host a Welcome Back Students Pajama Brunch! Enjoy a sweet treat from the complimentary Back Door Donut donut wall, live music and brunch specials 11am to 4pm. Starting Monday, September 4, Night Shade Brewing at Lovejoy Wharf is offering college students can get 25% off merch and half priced apps every Monday thru Thursday with a valid student ID. Bring your friends for an inexpensive back to school hang!RECOMMENDED: Guide to the best things to do in Boston
Dig into your country roots and celebrate all the hard workers out there with a Dolly Parton “Workin’ 9 to 5” all day party at Loretta’s Last Call on Sunday, September 3. From 11am-2pm, the bar will host live music, then from 7-10pm line dancing and back to live music at 10pm.
For sixteen Sundays Bostonians can enjoy a car free Newbury Street. Stroll, shop and grab a bit to eat while you people watch on one of the most famous streets in Boston. Open Newbury will take place every Sunday until October 15.
Don’t spend all weekend over the grill! Baramor, a bar and restaurant in Newton focused on giving back, is offering a Slider Flight ($21), available only from September 1 through 4. The flight includes: a meatball slider, buffalo chicken slider, and a Certified Angus beef slider for a perfect BBQ craving cure. Pair with Baramor’s Pull for Charity draft beer line, where $3 from every pour goes to a rotating monthly charity!
The Revere Hotel has a special Labor Day Chandon Spritz menu available all weekend long. You’ll find refreshing drinks like: Moving on In (Chandon Sparkling Wine, St. Germain, OJ for $15), Spritz Soiree (Chandon Sparkling Wine, Lillet Blanc, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Bitters for $15), Chandon Garden Spritz by the glass (for $14), and a bucket of High Noon vodka sodas (for $28)
Catch the games at the Lawn on D in Fort Point from noon to 6pm on Saturday, September 2. The outdoor hang is partnering with Bud Light to host watch party with Boston College and UMass Amherst football games, along with live music and more.
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