Things to do in Boston this weekend of August 11 | Image credit: Underground at Ink Block Facebook
Our picks for fun things to do in Boston this weekend of August 11 – August 13 include Street Art at Ink Block Tour for Parents, Drag Bingo, Mediterranean Festival, Tasty BBQ Pop Up, and more!
There’s always lots going on in Boston in terms of events and activities. There are fun things to do in Boston for adults and also Things to do in Boston with family. Our weekly round-up brings you the best things to do in Boston this weekend.
Plan out your weekend today pick an event from our Things to Do in Boston this Weekend of August 11!
Editor’s Note: Our staff at localite.com makes every effort to bring you the latest updates on activities, entertainment, food, and drink specials in the Greater Boston area. However, all information is subject to change by the organizers. As always, please confirm before you make your plans!
For more on the latest in Boston, check out our Things to Do in Boston this Week and our Things to Do in Boston this Weekend with Family guides. These are also updated every week with the best on entertainment, food & drink, and deals across Greater Boston!
Also, check out our articles on Chinese Food Boston, Best Nail Salons in Boston, Flea Market Boston Massachusetts, Best Parks In Boston, and Outdoor Activities Boston!
Deal Alert – Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River
Hop into a duck boat renovated World War II amphibious vehicle—for a comprehensive tour of Boston. Pass Boston Common, Quincy Market, and the Celtics’ home turf at TD Garden. Then splash down into the Charles River for a view of the city by boat. Learn all about Boston’s history and landmarks as you go.
Get more information and check out the Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River TODAY!!!
Things to do in Boston this weekend of August 11, 2023 – Friday
Mediterranean Festival
Food, music, and people– enjoy all things Mediterranean!
For three days, you can taste authentic Mediterranean food (like kebobs, stuffed grape leaves, and baklava) while bopping your head to live Middle Eastern music.
Plus, there will be fun activities for everyone, such as a bounce house and hookah.
When: Friday, August 11, 2023, 5 pm – 11 pm | Until August 13, 2023, 9 pm
Where: St. Mary’s Syriac Orthodox Church, 1 Industrial Drive, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
How Much: $2
Tasty BBQ Pop Up
Things to do in Boston this Weekend of August 11 | Image credit: Bone Up Brewing Company
Make some space in your tummy for some delicious BBQ and other comfort food. Enjoy all those with the full beer menu!
When: Friday, August 11, 2023, 6 pm – 10 pm
Where: Bone Up Brewing, 38 Norman St, Everett, MA 02149
Deal Alert – Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America’s Most Beloved Ballpark
Revel in the history of Fenway Park, one of baseball’s most beloved stadiums, during this guided tour. Revisit the careers of Red Sox greats like Ted Williams, Babe Ruth, and Carl Yastrzemski, celebrate the club’s numerous World Series titles, and tour famous stadium locales like the ‘Green Monster,’ ‘Pesky’s Pole,’ and the Fenway Park Living Museum.
Get more information and check out the Tour of Historic Fenway Park, America’s Most Beloved Ballpark TODAY!!!
Things to do in Boston this Weekend of August 11, 2023 – Things to do in Boston on Saturday
Bike from Gloucester to Cape Ann
Make your Saturday fun and productive with a bike ride and great people. You won’t be doing the full loop, but you’ll take a commuter back from Rockport.
You can also stop at Ocean Beach (viewpoint) to cool down with a swim and recharge with some food.
When: Saturday, August 12, 2023, 10:30 am – 12 pm
Where: Cape Ann, Rockport, MA 01966
How much: Free
Sunflower Festival
Image credit: Red Apple Farms
It’s the height of the sunflower season, so it’s time for the Sunflower Festival!
It’s going to be two weekends filled with family-friendly fun and sunflower-themed festivities. There’s going to be live music, a craft fair of cool art and trinkets, and so much more.
When: Saturday to Sunday, August 12-13, 2023, 9 am | August 19-20, 2023, 5 pm
Where: Red Apple Farm, 455 Highland Ave, Phillipston, MA 01331
BBR Summer Fest
Boston Building Resources is a nonprofit home improvement store and co-op. They offer workshops and lightly used materials at discounted prices.
Now, they’re celebrating and closing out the summer season with a bang! Pop by The Reuse Center for their yard sale. Plus, there’s going to be a free cookout, games, and a DJ. So, it’s going to be a massive party– one where everyone is invited.
When: Saturday, August 12, 2023, 10 am – 2 pm
Where: Boston Building Resources – Reuse Center, 88 Terrace St, Boston, MA 02120
Street Art at Ink Block Tour for Parents
Image credit: Underground at Ink Block Facebook
Check out the breathtaking and colorful space known as Underground at Ink Block. Several talented created this masterpiece in 2017, and you have the chance to experience its majesty.
The art piece sparks close looking and conversations about graffiti and street art culture today.
When: Saturday, August 12, 2023, 10 am – 2 pm
Where: Underground at Ink Block, 90 Traveler St, Boston, MA 02118
How much: $6
Yart Sale 2023
Looking for a way to put your art out into the world? Or maybe you’re looking for something to take home. The Yart Sale is the perfect event for both!
Participants will display and sell their art right from the comfort of their own yards, driveways, and porches. It’s basically an art yard sale. Whether it’s live art, handmade trinkets, merch, supplies, collectibles, or even plants, you can have them on display.
For buyers and visitors, the map of this event will be announced on August 8.
When: Saturday, August 12, 2023, 12 pm – 6 pm
Where: Map will be published on August 8, 2023
How much: Free
Dog Days of Summer
Image credit: Night Shift Brewing Facebook
Celebrate all the dogs this summer! Take your furbabies to Night Shift Brewing for a day of fun and competitions. They’ll get to socialize with other pups and win prizes!
For the humans, Kayem will be onsite with their local, butcher-crafted hot dogs, which will be used for the hot dog eating competition. The dogs will have their own Pup Chug contest hosted by Red Dog Pet Resort and Spa.
JB Doggie Delights will be serving up doggie ice cream and Far Out Ice Cream will be there for the humans too.
If it gets too hot, the fur babies can just jump in the doggie pools to cool off.
When: Saturday, August 12, 2023, 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: Night Shift Brewing, 87 Santilli Hwy, Everett, MA 02149
How much: Free
Deal Alert – Boston City View Bicycle Tour by Urban AdvenTours
Discover Boston’s top attractions on this comprehensive guided bike tour around the city. See the unique character and charm of each community up close, like the beautiful brownstones in Back Bay and the South End. Visit Boston’s historic North End and pedal past Copley Square and Fenway Park. Cross the Freedom Trail, passing significant locations in United States history.
Get more information and check out Boston City View Bicycle Tour by Urban AdvenTours TODAY!!!
Things to do in Boston this Weekend of August 11, 2023 – Sunday
SoWa Open Market
Image credit: SoWa Boston Facebook
One of the largest open-air farmer and artist markets in Boston, the SoWa Open Market is chock-full of vendors selling a variety of unique goods. There are artists studies, galleries, and retail shops It’s shopping galore here every Sunday! More than that, there are food and beverage trucks to help you satisfy your cravings and recharge.
When: Sunday, August 13, 2023, 11 am – 4 pm | Every Sunday, May to October
Where: SoWa Open Market, 500 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118
How Much: Free to enter
Drag Bingo
Bingo just got a punch of excitement! The sensational Big Atlas will be your Bingo host for the evening.
But even before the game begins, you’ll be delighted with a magnetic and jaw-dropping drage performance! And throughout the evening, other fabulous queens will make surprise appearances!
So, whether you call out “Bingo” or just watch the talent, you’re a winner tonight.
When: Sunday, August 13, 2023, 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Time Out Market Boston, 401 Park Dr, Boston, MA 02215
Do you know of any other Things to do in Boston this weekend of August 11, 2023? Share them with us in the comments!
Stay on top of the latest events & activities in the Boston area with our weekly updates to Things to do in Boston this Week, Things to do in Boston this Weekend, and Things to do in Boston this Weekend with Family!
And to get these updates directly to your mailbox, you can follow us on Facebook by clicking the …next to the search icon lens.
