THIS WEEK IN BOSTON

Ice cream cruises, rooftop DJs, and a taste showdown at Seaport.

Boston’s summer heat is getting deliciously weird…

1. Ice Cream Cruise on the Charles

Boston Harbor Now is teaming up with Toscanini’s for an ice cream-tasting cruise. 90 minutes of skyline views, DJ beats, and unlimited samples. Yes, unlimited.
📅 Sat, Aug 3 | ⛴️ 6 PM
🎟️ $25 tickets

🍨 Why go: Free gelato + dancing on a boat = instant serotonin.

2. Seaport Showdown: Margarita vs. Mojito Fest

Two bars. Two cocktails. One winner. Seaport’s Lawn On D turns into a taste-test battleground with live bands, food trucks, and a giant piñata (because why not).
📅 Thurs, Aug 1 | 🍹 5 PM
🎟️ Free w/ RSVP

Why go: You will develop strong opinions about crushed ice.

3. Illumination Night in Somerville

Backyard lanterns, rooftop light art, and spontaneous poetry readings all over Union Square. BYO flashlight and meet some weirdly cool humans.
📅 Fri, Aug 2 | 🌙 Sunset
🎟️ Totally free

Why go: Think “Burning Man Lite” with better parking.

QUICK PICKS

• 🎸 Japanese Breakfast @ MGM Music Hall – dreamy indie pop for your main character moment.
  🗓️ Wed, Jul 31

• 🧘‍♀️ Sunrise Yoga @ Christopher Columbus Park – stretch it out with a view of the harbor.
  🗓️ Fri, Aug 2 | 6 AM

• 🛍️ Greenway Night Market – food, live music, and zero boring booths.
  🗓️ Sat, Aug 3 | 4–10 PM

🧠 HOT TIP

Looking to escape the crowds? Check out the Boston Athenaeum’s new rooftop lounge. Open to non-members this week only…yes, you read that right.

📍10 ½ Beacon St | 🍷 Pro tip: Try the $9 sangria

Forward to that one friend who never knows what to do.

- Team Beacon