November: Things to Do in Boston
Looking for something to do this November?
Boston is never short on fun and interesting things to do and November is no exception.
Last week we provided options for Thanksgiving Dinner in Boston and here have fun things to do throughout the rest of the month. Enjoy!
Veteran’s Day: Parades and more!
Friday, November 11, 2016
Not just one, but two 2016 Veterans Day Parades, a special Harbor cruise to Fort Warren to explore Boston’s military history, and several other special events mark the occasion.
Traditionally, Veterans Day sales in Boston provide large discounts. Several area restaurants offer free meals to Veterans, too!
Boston Comedy Fest
November 11th also kicks off the Boston Comedy Fest which runs through November 19th. Click on the link to check out the lineups, see who is being awarded Comedian of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards, and other events associated with this annual good time!
Ice Skating on Boston Common’s Frog Pond
Another annual tradition that usually starts mid to late November.
Black Friday Sales
Friday, November 25th kicks off the Holiday Shopping Season. Don’t miss these places to pick up some great deals!
Where should you go? Try these Black Friday suggestions:
- Assembly Row Outlets
- Wrentham Premium Outlets
- Newbury Street boutiques and Boylston Street “big box” stores and discounters
- Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall Marketplace – Big chain stores and unique Boston shops
- Cambridgeside Galleria (huge Best Buy, big Macys)
- Prudential Center – Middle of Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood – Saks, Lord & Taylor
- Wrentham Premium Outlets
- Natick Mall – Biggest shopping mall in Boston
The Nutcracker
The Boston Ballet presents The Nutcracker from November 25th through December 31st, 2016. Whether you are seeing it again or for the first time, The Nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to a magical world of toy solders and dancing snowflakes. Create an annual tradition with family and friends at one of New England’s most beloved holiday events.
Free Things to in Boston in November
Free equals good! Check out this list of fun and free events in Boston.
What are your favorite things to do in Boston?
Let us know and we’ll add them to our list.
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