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Forget the mall and door-busting; shop local during the holiday season! Check back, as this roundup will be updated! Pick up a gift or treat yourself to something nice! You’ll [...]

Happy Holidays, Charlestown! Here is your lineup of Holiday Happenings in and around the neighborhood! Oyster Shell Ornament Making at Pier 6 Saturday, December 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. [...]

You do not want to miss the hottest (and coolest) event of the season! The Anthem Group's Frozen Fire Festival is coming to The Anchor ... this weekend!! Friday, December [...]

I hate the Elf on the Shelf.  One year, I spent almost two hours in a cold shed on December 1st looking for the box we'd stuffed the elf in [...]

Charlestown has always taken care of its own, and there are plenty of ways—big and small—to make sure no one goes hungry or without gifts this holiday season. Whether you [...]

Boston’s most magical holiday tradition returns this December as Winter Fest 2025 transforms The Yard at Hood Park in Charlestown into an enchanting winter wonderland. Running on December 6-7, 12-14, and 19-30 (closed December 24 & [...]

Inaugural winter festival to feature drone shows, seasonal activations, and signature events to transform Boston into a premier winter destination BOSTON (November 13, 2025) – Meet Boston announced today the inaugural Boston Frostival – [...]

Do you know why Boston receives a tree every year from Nova Scotia? Well, gather around and let me tell you the story of the Tree for Boston (via Boston Parks [...]

Guide to Thanksgiving Get your stretchy pants ready. It’s almost Thanksgiving! We’ve rounded up ways to help you prepare for Thanksgiving.  Check out our guide here!  Coffee with a Cop Join [...]

Get your stretchy pants ready. It’s almost Thanksgiving! We’ve rounded up some fun ways to celebrate the holiday right here in Charlestown, including giving back.  Check back as this list [...]