Frozen Fire Festival

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 12th through Saturday, December 14th, celebrate winter with mesmerizing fire and ice installations, live music, craft food and drinks, a holiday artisan market, curling, and captivating fire and cirque performances. The fire and cirque performers are coming from all over the world, bringing an unforgettable event to our own neighborhood. Along with in-house BBQ, get excited for the Donut Pub, Soup Shed, and a Smores and Hot Cocoa bar! Speaking of a bar – the festive libations are guaranteed to impress. From a Fire & Ice Sangria to the Jingle Spritz, a Snow Globe Mimosa, and staples like Warm Mulled Sangria and Spiked Eggnog, you’ll want to try them all! This is a free event, but you can secure guaranteed front row seats, reserve a heated igloo, or enhance your experience with one of the VIP packages (available daily!)

Oyster Shell Ornament Making at Pier 6

Get Crafty by the Pier! Join Pier 6 on December 13th from 1-4pm for a festive Oyster Shell Ornament Making event! Create two unique DIY ornaments (all materials included), enjoy a complimentary freshly shucked oyster with your ticket, and sip on holiday-themed cocktails! Grab your ticket while you still can!!

Boston Winter Festival

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 & 25), this year’s event has been completely revamped to deliver a new immersive, family-friendly experience. Produced by Giancarlo Natale, Founder of the Boston Pizza Festival and one of Boston’s most recognized event producers, Winter Fest 2025 introduces a refreshed layout, new attractions, with a focus on community, comfort, and fun. Guests can enjoy an immersive amusements, classic carousel, and carnival-style arcade games, combining the charm of a traditional fair with the magic of the holidays.  Get the details here! 

See a Holiday Drone Show

Meet Boston announced today the inaugural Boston Frostival – a dynamic lineup of winter events and activations that will commence in late November and run through February. This programming will completely transform and reimagine winter in Boston, taking the iconic seasonal experiences that the city is known for – holiday lights, ice skating, tree lightings, games at the Garden, live theater, and more – and couple them with first-time events. Read more about it, here!

The Sober and Curious Boston Winter Social is on Saturday

Join Sober Boston on Saturday, December 13th at 4pm for an evening of conversation, community, activities, and the full Frozen Fire Festival vibe at The Anchor in Charlestown. Expect cozy winter lights, fire pits, and an easy way to meet new people in a relaxed, welcoming setting. This is a drop-in style hang. Come solo or bring a friend. Stay for a bit or stay all night. Everyone is welcome.

Sober & Curious Boston is a growing social community for the sober, sober curious, and those seeking community and connection without the pressure of alcohol. Learn more and RSVP here!

Do some (local) holiday shopping!

You don’t have to leave Charlestown to check gifts off your holiday shopping list! Check out our roundup of Charlestown shops and gift ideas! Also, Junebug and Place & Gather are doing giveaways on Saturday!

Dedicate time (or funds) to give back to the Ctown community

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 can donate canned goods or gifts, volunteer your time, or give a few dollars, your kindness will go a long way. Here’s your guide to giving locally!

SPORTS!

Bruins vs. Wild – Sunday, December 14th at 6pm

Patriots vs. Bills – Sunday, December 14th at 1pm

Here are 9 places to watch the game in the neighborhood!