March can be unpredictable in Boston, but one thing is certain: spring is just around the corner, and we’re ready for it to get here! Blend the seasons this month by enjoying the last of wintertime activities and switch into spring mode with the plethora of things to do this March! From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to the return of Dine Out, read on to find what’s in store this March in Boston:
1. Relax and enjoy the sounds of classical music under candlelight
Calm your mind and experience classical music in a whole new light with these sensational concerts located in historical Boston venues. Throughout March, the Candlelight Concert series will feature a wide variety of themed repertoires. Hosted at the historic venues like the Temple Ohabei Shalom and First Church, they will be illuminated with flameless candles, creating an unforgettable ambiance. Highlights of the concert series this month include:
You can also give the gift of Candlelight with a Candlelight gift card that enables recipients to pick their own musical adventure.
2. Enjoy fresh films at discounted prices for movie season
March is awards season, and that makes it movie season too! Catch all of your favorite Oscar-contenders on the big screen at a discounted price this March! Ticket prices are nearly half the price when purchased online so enjoy your favorite films without any price-guilt!
3. Go green and celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day
4. Try maple sugaring at a local farm
Mid to late March is primetime for sugar mapeling here in Massachusetts. Extract your own fresh sap from maple trees at these local farms!
5. Visit the best of Boston’s museums
So much history has happened in Boston, it’s no wonder there are dozens of top-grade history, science, and art museums in the city. They’re all worth at least one visit- and maybe even more! Our favorites include the Mapparium at the Mary Baker Eddy Library, the Museum of African American History, and the gorgeous Gardner Museum.
Looking for a budget friendly option? Check out these museums that offer free or reduced-price admission on certain days.
6. Savor the last of igloo dining
While we are all amped up for patio dining to resume soon, we can’t say we won’t shed a tear or two about the end of igloo dining season. Most of our favorite igloos close up in March, so make sure to check them out while you still have the chance!
7. Squeeze in the final bits of winter fun
While some of us are over winter, some might also argue that the season is ending too fast. For those still looking to hit the slopes and get some runs in, Stowe Mountain Resort generally has snowy terrain all of March—and sometimes even through early April! Take a trip to northern New England and keep the winter fun going. You can also take advantage the greater snow out west and do some of our favorite winter activities:
8. Celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day
Every day is women’s day for us, but March is an extra special time to celebrate the mothers, daughters, sisters, wives, businesswomen, leaders and female power in your life! In honor of International Women’s Day on Saturday, March 8 we’ve rounded up a list of ways to celebrate and support women and women-owned businesses:
- Attend a special charity dinner celebrating some of Boston’s best female chefs
- Shop and support local women-owned businesses and restaurants
9. Catch the Dropkick Murphys live in Boston
Dropkick Murphys will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with their sixth consecutive live stream from Boston, airing on March 17 at 9 PM via Veeps. Nothing screams St. Patrick’s Day in Boston more. They’ll be performing the livestream from MGM Music Hall in Fenway. It doesn’t get more “Boston” than this! Learn more and register here.
10. Get a taste of Ireland at the Cape
The historic 429-acre Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club is one of the only Cape resorts open year-round. In honor of St. Patty’s Day they’ll be hosting “A Taste of Ireland” from March 7-17, complete with live music, Irish-themed menus, Irish step dancers, live art, and more!
Find the Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club at 2907 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631
11. Attend Boston’s biggest underground film festival
Boston Underground Film Festival, aka BUFF returns March 19-23! These emerging filmmakers are the trendsetters and spotters of the industry! The four-day festival will endless screenings in addition to priority entry to BUFF after-parties!
Brattle Theatre 40 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138
12. Celebrate the return of Dine-Out Boston
Perhaps one of the most exciting things about Boston is the incredible food scene we have. Dine Out is Boston’s official restaurant week in which Bostonians can sample prix fixe 2, 3, or 4-course dinners at a reduced price. Over 180 restaurants are participating this season!
Dine Out deals run through March 15 at participating restaurants
13. Take a trip to Puerto Rico while you’re at it
Did you know that Puerto Rico is just a quick 3.5-hour flight from Logan Airport? Let’s be real, we can spend about that much time in traffic.
But we’d rather spend it on our way to the turquoise waters, bioluminescent bays, and delicious food of Puerto Rico! March is a balmy 80 degrees on the island and the perfect place to enjoy a tropical getaway from the cold or spend spring break. Learn more about this amazing resort and things to do while in PR.
14. Make the most of spring break
Speaking of spring break, check out some of the best things to do during the March recess!
15. Join hundreds of Bostonians in the ‘Ailey Revelations Celebration’
Four neighborhoods – Hyde Park, Mattapan, Roxbury and Dorchester – will host a free public dance session on March 22 and 23. Nearly 1,000 Bostonians are expected to groove, with professional artists leading the movement. Learn when and where to join the public choreography movement here.
16. Race over to the Boston Run Show & Outdoor Expo
Attend this free event on March 1-2 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, featuring over 200 outdoor gear brands, activities, and meet-and-greets with outdoor legends. Visitors can shop exclusive deals, participate in workshops, try activities like climbing and trail running, and get inspired by speakers including Alpinist Conrad Anker and ALONE’s Jessie Krebs15.
17. Attend the annual Women’s Day Dinner at The Langham featuring 5 legendary local female chefs
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a five-course dinner at The Langham, Boston on March 6, benefiting Women’s Lunch Place. The dinner will feature dishes prepared by celebrated female culinary talent, including Pastry Chef Kerry Levesque of The Langham, Boston, and Chef Tiffani Faison of Big Heart Hospitality. Tickets for the 3-hour dinner are $215.
18. Play like a champ at the debut of SPIN Boston First Fridays
Join the “Dare to Play Like a Champion” event on March 7 from 8-11 PM, featuring ping pong, live DJs, and community activities. This Boston sports-themed takeover is designed to get locals ready for March Madness, opening day at Fenway, and the final legs of the NBA and NHL playoff races. It’s a sports extravaganza!
19. Spring into summer in Kennebunkport
It’s not even quite spring yet, but summer came early in Kennebunkport. This coastal Maine town is perfect for those who adore the sand and sea, and the Kennebunkport Resorts Collection is hosting the programing to match starting as early as March 20 lasting through June 30! Try everything from a fun sushi making class to a guided Tibetan Bowl meditation this March!
20. Glide into a snowy getaway in Stowe, Vermont
If you have FOMO because your ski trip did not in fact leave the group chat this winter, there’s still time! Ski season at Stowe Mountain Resort stretches as far as mid-April! March can be a lovely time on the slopes— with ample snow, yet temps above freezing for a more comfortable time outdoors. Plan a ski trip to Outbound Stowe and discover winter adventure.
21. Attend the 5th annual TogetHER conference
Legacy Place is hosting its fifth annual TogetHER event in celebration of International Women’s Day, featuring a panel discussion with influential female speakers from the Greater Boston area. The evening begins with various activities, including complimentary beauty touch-ups and live sketches, followed by a panel moderated by Kiss 108’s Lisa Donovan. Panelists include notable figures such as Courtney Cole, WBZ-TV Anchor and Reporter; Liza Levy, Co-founder and President of The Salt Lick Incubator; Rabiha Sami, award-winning cookie artist and Food Network competitor; and Kerstyn Chang, Senior Vice President, Chief Product and Merchandising Officer of HEYDUDE , who will share their career journeys and insights. Tickets for the event are $25, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits Dignity Matters and Raising a Reader. Learn more and reserve tickets here.
Find it Thursday March 6 from 6-8:30 PM at Showcase Cinema de Lux at Legacy Place; 680 Legacy Place Dedham, MA