Since 1916, Regent Theatre has been Arlington’s go-to for indie films, comedy, concerts, dance, and family shows, all in a lovingly art…
7 Medford St (Arlington)
“Since 1916, Regent Theatre has been Arlington’s go-to for indie films, comedy, concerts, dance, and family shows, all in a lovingly art deco setting with clear sightlines and excellent sound. When your couch queue gets stale, check the schedule for something delightfully unexpected.”
For a quick loop close to home, Furnace Brook Golf Club is a nine-hole public course in Wollaston with that laid-back, city-run charm, a…
20 Reservoir Rd (Quincy)
“For a quick loop close to home, Furnace Brook Golf Club is a nine-hole public course in Wollaston with that laid-back, city-run charm, a busy tournament calendar, and weekly men’s and women’s leagues. When it rains or snows, the indoor simulators keep the swing honest.”
Old Schwamb Mill is the oldest continuously operating mill site in the U.S., and it still turns out custom oval and circular frames on…
17 Mill Ln (Arlington)
“, and it still turns out custom oval and circular frames on 19th-century elliptical lathes and belt-driven machinery. Take a tour, geek out on real-deal craft, then brag that Arlington keeps history running, literally.”
Town Line Luxury Lanes packs 48 lanes, a big billiards hall with 15 pro tables, a 50+ game arcade, and a luxury sports bar. Great for…
665 Broadway (Malden)
“Town Line Luxury Lanes packs 48 lanes, a big billiards hall with 15 pro tables, a 50+ game arcade, and a luxury sports bar. Great for leagues, Atomic Bowling, or that last-minute plan when your group chat wants five different things and you just want a win.”
If your week needs a little tradition and some perfect fairway daydreams, The Country Club is the historic spot locals whisper about.…
191 Clyde St (Chestnut Hill)
“If your week needs a little tradition and some perfect fairway daydreams, The Country Club is the historic spot locals whisper about. Established in 1882 and still a community presence through the Brookline Youth Fund Golf Tournament, it's proof that golf season energy is very real.”
Franklin Park Zoo is your go-to when the week needs a nature break, with the indoor Tropical Forest, kid-pleasing Children’s Zoo, playful…
1 Franklin Park Rd
“Franklin Park Zoo is your go-to when the week needs a nature break, with the indoor Tropical Forest, kid-pleasing Children’s Zoo, playful Nature’s Neighborhoods, Franklin Farm, and the seasonal Butterfly Oasis, plus real conservation work that makes each visit feel good for you and the planet.”
When the week is doing the most, take the elevator up to View Boston for 360° views, breezy indoor-outdoor decks, and the new Summer…
800 Boylston St Fl 52
“When the week is doing the most, take the elevator up to View Boston for 360° views, breezy indoor-outdoor decks, and the new Summer Reimagined exhibits that turn the city into a giant, interactive cheat sheet. Cap it with a cocktail at Stratus Rooftop Bar and remember why you live here.”
Roadrunner keeps concerts easy with a clean, roomy floor, a tiered balcony for actually seeing the stage, and multiple bars so your…
89 Guest St
“Roadrunner keeps concerts easy with a clean, roomy floor, a tiered balcony for actually seeing the stage, and multiple bars so your intermission sprint is optional. Check the calendar for this week, grab a friend, and make a midweek show feel like a small victory.”
Fenway Park has 100+ years of stories, the small-capacity buzz locals love, and yes, the occasional big-name concert. Home of the Red Sox,…
4 Jersey St
“Fenway Park has 100+ years of stories, the small-capacity buzz locals love, and yes, the occasional big-name concert. Home of the Red Sox, it’s perfect for a last-minute game or a ballpark tour when you want a dose of real-deal Boston.”
Oceanview of Nahant nails the romantic-by-the-water vibe with panoramic ocean views, a private beach for ceremonies, and on-site catering…
0 Willow Rd (Nahant)
“Oceanview of Nahant nails the romantic-by-the-water vibe with panoramic ocean views, a private beach for ceremonies, and on-site catering that actually feels custom. Their planning portal keeps chaos in check, and yes, you can cap the night with a fire pit send-off or last dance on the sand.”
Sneak in a nine-hole loop at Winthrop Golf Club, the semi-private seaside course that’s been part of the neighborhood since 1917. Friendly…
453 Main St (Winthrop)
“Sneak in a nine-hole loop at Winthrop Golf Club, the semi-private seaside course that’s been part of the neighborhood since 1917. Friendly vibes for all skill levels and plenty of tournaments if you want a little heat this week... or just cruise and enjoy that coastal breeze.”
Boda Borg Boston is like escape rooms leveled up, with twenty-four Quests and 70+ challenge rooms that mix brainpower and a little athletic…
90 Pleasant St (Malden)
“Boda Borg Boston is like escape rooms leveled up, with twenty-four Quests and 70+ challenge rooms that mix brainpower and a little athletic hustle. Pick any theme, fail fast, try again, and high-five your way through Area 51, jungle chaos, and game-show glory.”
Harvard Square is Cambridge’s never-boring backyard, an authentic, world-renowned mix of shopping, dining, arts, and history that’s been a…
Two Brattle Square (Cambridge)
“Harvard Square is Cambridge’s never-boring backyard, an authentic, world-renowned mix of shopping, dining, arts, and history that’s been a destination since 1630. Check the calendar for markets, performances, and offbeat happenings that turn a quick coffee run into an afternoon you accidentally planned.”
Holland Memorial Pool is an easy win this week, a public swimming and wading pool operated by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation…
108 Mountain Ave (Malden)
“Holland Memorial Pool is an easy win this week, a public swimming and wading pool operated by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation. A regular 4 to 6 foot deep pool plus a shallow wading pool means simple, splashy relief for big kids and little ones.”
Underground at Ink Block turns the space beneath the overpass into Boston's urban playground, with 21 jaw-dropping murals curated by Street…
90 Traveler St
“Underground at Ink Block turns the space beneath the overpass into Boston's urban playground, with 21 jaw-dropping murals curated by Street Theory, a free first-come pickleball court, a dog area, skate park, bike paths, and events. Perfect quick creative recharge when Waltham feels routine.”
Swap the same-old plans for Puttshack Boston, where tech-infused mini golf means balls that keep score, interactive challenges, and plenty…
58 Pier 4 Blvd.
“Swap the same-old plans for Puttshack Boston, where tech-infused mini golf means balls that keep score, interactive challenges, and plenty of friendly trash talk. Grab shareable bites and craft cocktails between holes and make it a Seaport date night or crew hang that actually delivers.”
Craving a mini escape that doesn't involve a long drive? Simons Theatre at the New England Aquarium throws you into 3D ocean adventures on…
1 Central Wharf
“Craving a mini escape that doesn't involve a long drive? Simons Theatre at the New England Aquarium throws you into 3D ocean adventures on a giant screen nearly five stories high, with Penguins: A Love Story, Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure, and Ocean Dreams bringing big feels and bigger visuals.”
Lean into the cool, dark sanctuary of The Brattle Theatre this week for Hitchcock’s Birthday Weekend double-features on 35mm, plus a…
40 Brattle St (Cambridge)
“Lean into the cool, dark sanctuary of The Brattle Theatre this week for Hitchcock’s Birthday Weekend double-features on 35mm, plus a one-two punch of Vertigo and Obsession today. Keep the streak going Monday with retro-sci-fi gems This Island Earth and Forbidden Planet... popcorn optional.”
Sink into heated recliners with adjustable headrests and in-seat dining, or go LuxLite for extra wide, fully reclining seats. Showcase…
55 Boylston St (Chestnut Hill)
“Sink into heated recliners with adjustable headrests and in-seat dining, or go LuxLite for extra wide, fully reclining seats. Showcase SuperLux Chestnut Hill pairs an elegant lobby bar pouring movie themed cocktails, wine, and local beer with private screening options, turning a random Tuesday this week into a treat.”
William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park is Boston’s classic muni, an 18-hole, par-70 at 6,013 yards in a beautiful natural setting.…
1 Circuit Dr (Dorchester)
“William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park is Boston’s classic muni, an 18-hole, par-70 at 6,013 yards in a beautiful natural setting. Book a tee time, chase a number, then hit the clubhouse grill.”
Coolidge Corner Theatre is the rare spot where 70mm epics, midnight cult mayhem, and Big Screen Classics live on the same marquee. If you…
290 Harvard St (Brookline)
“Coolidge Corner Theatre is the rare spot where 70mm epics, midnight cult mayhem, and Big Screen Classics live on the same marquee. If you love indie and art-house vibes, Science on Screen talks, and the occasional sing-along, this 1933 landmark keeps moviegoing fun and gloriously weird.”
Putt Across America turns a quick Boston outing into a coast-to-coast 18-hole journey through iconic landmarks, from roaring waterfalls to…
4 S Market St
“Putt Across America turns a quick Boston outing into a coast-to-coast 18-hole journey through iconic landmarks, from roaring waterfalls to Bourbon Street to a lucky spin on the Vegas strip. It's indoors, bright, photo-friendly, and perfect for birthdays, group hangs, or an easy night of friendly trash talk.”
Graffiti Alley is one of just two legal spray-paint walls in Massachusetts, an 80-foot, always-changing canvas where rookies and ringers…
Richard B. “Rico” Modica Wy (Cambridge)
“Graffiti Alley is one of just two legal spray-paint walls in Massachusetts, an 80-foot, always-changing canvas where rookies and ringers layer bright takes on whatever is happening now. Swing by this week, snap a few photos, or grab some paint and add your two cents.”
Innovation Trail Outdoor Murals turns Kendall Square vent structures into a vibrant crash course in Cambridge breakthroughs, from Paula…
11 Broad Canal Way (Cambridge)
“Innovation Trail Outdoor Murals turns Kendall Square vent structures into a vibrant crash course in Cambridge breakthroughs, from Paula Hammond’s nanotech to the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, Polaroid, the dog genome, and Lotus 1-2-3.”
Open to the public and defined by one-of-a-kind quarry features, Granite Links Golf Club delivers 27 championship holes, meticulously…
100 Quarry Hills Dr (Quincy)
“Open to the public and defined by one-of-a-kind quarry features, Granite Links Golf Club delivers 27 championship holes, meticulously manicured courses and practice ranges, plus multiple restaurants with outdoor balconies overlooking the Boston skyline. Sneak in nine this week, then toast the view like you planned it.”
