It’s no surprise that Boston was ranked the 36th-best city in the world for 2023! We’re here to help you make the most of living in this glorious city! There are so many fun events to take advantage of this month like free museums and space installations, but we’ve narrowed the list down to the top five for this weekend, down below.
1. Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Chinatown
Following the new supermoon on Saturday, the Lunar New Year begins! Local businesses in Chinatown will offer small gifts and some have special Dim Sum brunches, stay tuned for the major celebrations happening on January 29!
2. Venture out to Space and explore over 300 NASA artifacts
Space Adventure is in Boston for a limited time! Make sure to catch this incredible exhibit which allows you to try on a spacesuit, and enthrall yourself in an epic space launch. You’ll also have to opportunity to explore NASA artifacts such as space gear from the Apollo mission and exclusive 16mm polaroids of the moon!
3. Take advantage of the snow and head to a local ski town
There is finally enough snow for some decent ground cover, especially in neighboring New England towns like Stowe and North Conway. However, you don’t have to travel far to ski. Check out our guide of the best places to ski around Boston, including destinations just 20 minutes away!
4. Visit the new ‘Embrace’ monument in the Common
Last Friday the city revealed the new ‘Embrace’ monument, an emblem of American civil rights leadership. Crowds gathered for the big reveal and all weekend long into MLK day. If you didn’t get a chance to catch it in person, make the trip! The crowds have died down and it is a must see!
5. Enjoy some cozy fireplace dining in and around the city
A hot meal by a blazing fireplace is the perfect cap to a winter’s day. We’ve rounded up our favorite Boston restaurants with fireplaces. There’s one in just about every neighborhood, so treat yourself to a cozy meal!