February 6-8, 2026

Check out the top events in Boston this weekend below.

Highlights

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Warm up with a hot bowl of chili at the 16th annual Some Like it Hot Chili Cook Off in Harvard Square. Cozy up in the all-new Frostival Lodge furnished by Wayfair featuring festive bites from Eataly, Winter Games–themed programming, curling, and more. Soar above the Greenway and enjoy iconic city views from the Frostival Ferris Wheel! Browse more weekend highlights below.

Frostival Ferris Wheel Feb 07

See Boston From New Heights! This February, the Rose Kennedy Greenway becomes the ultimate winter hot spot with a towering Ferris Wheel offering sweeping skyline views. Picture yourself above the city lights and Boston’s iconic landmarks as your backdrop! Both the Greenway…

Frostival Lodge Furnished by Wayfair Feb 07
  • Copley Square
  • Recurring daily

Step into winter magic at the Frostival Lodge furnished by Wayfair, opening February 6 in Copley Square as part of the inaugural Boston Frostival. This cozy, immersive escape blends Scandinavian charm, alpine lodge vibes, and a distinctly Boston flair—featuring shoppable Wayfair…

Some Like It Hot Chili Cook Off Feb 07
  • Brattle Plaza, Harvard Square

The illustrious 16th Annual “Some Like it Hot” Chili Cook-off returns to Harvard Square on February 7, 2026! This free chili tasting party will take place Saturday, on Brattle Plaza (in front of Bluestone Lane at 27 Brattle Street) from 1:00pm – 2:30 pm and will be hotter…

Boston Malanka 2026 Feb 07
  • Granite Links

Get ready to celebrate the Ukrainian New Year at Granite Links in Quincy! Join us for a night of delicious food, music, and dancing. Grab your friends and family for a fun-filled evening you won't forget. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in Ukrainian culture…

Winter Fun

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Embrace the season with cozy heated igloo dining, followed by fun winter activities like curling, ice skating, and ice bumper cars. Browse seasonal events and activities happening this weekend below.

The Rink at Tall Ship Boston Feb 07

Celebrate the winter season with ice skating, ice bumper cars, chalet lounges, festive food, drinks, and the city skyline as your backdrop! Enjoy elevated comfort and ski lodge fare, while sipping on cocktails at our twenty-five foot ice bar. Pre-opening January 16th | Grand…

Tunnel of Love! Feb 07

Love is in the air! Bundle up, grab your honey, and come on over to Columbus Park where your spirit will be warmed as you walk through the Tunnel of Love! *** Dance to the music as you stroll through the tunnel. *** Post your photos to Instagram using the tag #FOCCP. *** Warm up…

Curling at Seaport Feb 07

The curling lanes will be open from November 7th, 2025 - February 28th, 2026. Reservations are made through the Seaport Insider app. Each time slot booking will provide you with 1 curling lane reservation for a group of up to 8 people for 30-minutes. Upon arrival, attendees will…

Curling at The Liberty Feb 07

Winter has arrived in Boston, but that doesn’t mean the end of outdoor events at The Liberty Hotel! Join us for a winter Curling experience in the Liberty’s private patio. Enjoy curling on our synthetic rink, cocktails and light bites. You can once again throw stones at Beacon…

Synthetic Ice Skating at Ballers Feb 07

Winter hits differently in the Seaport. Ballers' innovative synthetic rink lets you glide under city lights without the bite of traditional ice, creating a winter playground for families, friends, and anyone ready to show off their best moves. Cozy firepits, hot drinks, and…

Ice Skating at the Boston Common Frog Pond Feb 07
  • Boston Commong
  • Recurring daily

The Frog Pond ice skating rink is now open for the 2025-2026 season! General Hours: Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:45 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM…

Lookout Rooftop Igloo Bar Feb 07

Enjoy the stunning views of the skyline and harbor all year long from the comfort of Boston's rooftop igloo bar — Lookout Rooftop. The rooftop kicks up the cozy factor during the cooler months, providing guests with specialty cocktails, small plates, and an exclusive igloo…

Ice Skating at Canal District Feb 07
  • Recurring daily

Skate @Canal District Kendall is a seasonal outdoor ice-skating rink located in the heart of Canal District Kendall, just off 3rd Street. Hours: Monday & Tuesday: Noon - 5pm* Wednesday & Thursday: Noon - 8pm Friday: Noon - 9pm Saturday: 11am - 9pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm…

Food, Beer, & Wine

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 Browse upcoming beer, wine, and food events in Boston below.

Boston Wine & Food Festival Feb 07

Step into an evening of unparalleled elegance and indulgence at our Grand Dinners in the iconic Wharf Room. With sweeping harbor views as your backdrop and a setting steeped in timeless grandeur, these evenings promise to be nothing short of extraordinary. Imagine a night where…

Cooking Class: Hand-Pulled Noodles Feb 07

Learn how to make hand-pulled noodles from scratch with James Beard nominated Chef and PAGU owner, Tracy Chang. Tracy has given lectures on the science of hand-pulled noodles at Harvard, MIT, and Barcelona Science and Cooking World Congress. Our PAGU team will dive into the…

Super Bowl Watch Party Feb 08

Join us for the biggest game of the year at Reunion BBQ featuring big screens, full sound, BBQ + cocktails, and high energy all night. Tickets are $12 per person Each ticket includes (1) complimentary appetizer (choose at check-in) Limited capacity — tickets required for entry…

Sunday Jazz Brunch Feb 08

Step into a Sunday symphony at Rochambeau! Let jazz melodies serenade your brunch as you savor French delights and sip on expertly crafted cocktails. Our Parisian-inspired menu will elevate your weekend, accompanied by rotating local artists from 10:30am-2pm. Secure your spot in…

Laugh the winter blues away at a comedy show in Boston. See upcoming comedy shows below.

Katherine Blanford Feb 07

Welcome to Laugh Boston, where entertainment meets excellence! Join us on February 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable performance by the talented Katherine Blanford. Laugh Boston, located in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, is the perfect venue to experience the magic of…

Anthony Rodia Feb 07

A first-generation Italian-American born and raised in Westchester, New York, Anthony Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh. In his 20’s he tried a few open mics, but ultimately took a different career path as a finance manager of a luxury car dealership. In 2019, Rodia…

Samay Raina Feb 07

Get ready for Samay Raina's brand-new show — Still Alive! Witness the hilarious comedian's comeback show and see him at his most raw, passionate, and real. Note: This event will be performed in Hindi.

Boston’s comedy scene is no laughing matter! From classic comedy clubs to underground venues, Boston has a wide variety of options for anyone looking for a good laugh.

Music & Theater

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Experience a captivating performance in Boston. Explore top shows happening this weekend below.

Some Like It Hot Feb 07

Winner of 4 Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” - The New York Times. Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a…

Wonder: A New Musical Feb 07
  • Loeb Drama Center

“We can change the way we see.” Based on the novel “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio and the Lionsgate and Mandeville film Wonder, this uplifting new musical follows the Pullman family as they navigate change, identity, and what it means to belong. Auggie Pullman has been homeschooled his…

Roomful Of Blues Feb 07

Roomful of Blues, the world-renowned, horn-powered, houserocking blues band, has been delighting audiences for over 55 years. Blues Music Magazine calls them “the best little big band in the blues.” On record and on stage, Roomful of Blues—led by master guitarist Chris Vachon for…

Saha Gnawa Feb 07
  • Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Founders of the Grammy-nominated Innov Gnawa unite with leading figures from NYC's jazz and contemporary music scenes to create modern Gnawa music, often referred to as “Sufi blues.” Saha Gnawa’s North African futurism explores trancelike states through intuitive interplay…

Women of the World Feb 07
  • Bethel A.M.E. Church

From Japan, Türkiye, India, and the United States, the four vocalists of Women of the World are committed to exploring the beauty and diversity of music from around the globe. With a repertoire spanning 37 languages, they take audiences on an exhilarating and inspiring journey…

Museums & Exhibitions

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Explore recently opened exhibitions and upcoming museum events below.

Winteractive Feb 07

Check out Winteractive, Downtown Boston’s Outdoor Winter Art Exhibition! Winteractive is a free, walkable art experience! The third annual edition of Winteractive features artworks and interactive play elements at 18 different sites, presented by the Downtown Boston Alliance…

Caroline Monnet: Man-made Land Feb 07

Caroline Monnet’s (Algonquin-Anishinaabe and French; b. 1985 in Ottawa, Ontario) site-responsive installation for the Sandra and Gerald Fineberg Art Wall accompanies An Indigenous Present , a thematic exhibition spanning 100 years of contemporary Indigenous art. Responding to the…

To My Best Friend Feb 07

To My Best Friend c elebrates art and artists, reflecting the ICA’s history of presenting leading contemporary voices and the past two decades of building a dynamic collection. As the ICA Collection has grown to more than 400 works—spanning painting, sculpture, photography…

Free Admission to The West End Museum Feb 07

On February 7th and 8th, admission to The WEM will be FREE as part of our Black History Month Centenary Celebration. Learn about Boston’s earliest Black community and participate in a Black history-themed selfie scavenger hunt on Beacon Hill’s Abolitionist Acre. Join us as we…