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Daily Email - Thursday - 8/21/2025

August 21, 2025

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JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Sweat it out seaside this Saturday at Tall Ship — sculpt with skyline views, then chill out with cold plunges, IV boosts and more. Use code “DO617” for $5 off!

  • Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine brings The Pet Sounds Band to the Capitol Center for the Arts on September 7th with a show dedicated to Brian Wilson. Enter to win your way in.*

  • The ropes are back and the feathers are flying: OwlMania x Chaotic Wrestling lands at Night Shift next Thursday. What’s better than craft brews and ringside drama?

  • Tyler Braden is headed to Boston on February 19th for the Devil and a Prayer Tour. Tickets drop tomorrow to see him at Brighton Music Hall.

  • Another week, another round of pre-sale codes… because your Boston bestie wouldn’t let you settle for nosebleeds. Grab those seats!

WHERE TO SEE SUNFLOWERS AROUND BOSTON

Photo: Sally Nguyen

Sunflower season is in full bloom! From late August through early September, New England fields are basically giant golden photo ops. Check out these local fields for all the late summer content your camera roll can handle.

THIS WEEKEND

🌽 Taste the Season’s Bounty

Today-Tomorrow at Boston Public Market (11AM)

Harvest season is in full swing! Get in on the bountiful fun with cooking demos, tastings, crafts, contests and more, all showcasing the best of the season.

🦞 Sunset Lobster Clambake

Tonight at Spectacle Island (5:30PM)

Summer isn’t complete without a classic New England lobster bake. You’re just a ferry ride away from ocean breezes and the best sunset view around.

🏳️‍🌈 Trans + Gender Expansive Pool Party

Tonight at Gold Star Pool (6:30PM)

Cannonball into community at this inclusive pool party. The poolside hang is trans-centered, but everyone is welcome for swimming, music, refreshments and fun.

🎥 Films At The Gate Fest

Tonight-Sunday in Chinatown (5:30PM)

Films At The Gate brings the Chinatown movie house tradition back to life with outdoor kung fu screenings. Experience community, culture and big-screen action… for FREE.

🥂 Bubbles & Botanicals

Friday at ReelHouse (1PM)

Sip spritzes by the harbor and enjoy the patio in full bloom. Your ticket includes a cocktail, raffles and a DIY bar where you can craft a mini arrangement to take home.

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LOCALS ONLY

  • It’s almost Free Cash Friday and we know you want the goods. Tomorrow we’re heading to the center of Boston’s inaugural public art fest, supporting local artists and leaving a crisp $100 behind.

  • Choose your treasure hunt tonight: 30+ vintage vendors in Union Square or 100+ small businesses at the Night Bazaar. Either way, you can’t lose.

  • Spice up your Thursday with a Superette Salsa dance party tonight. Expect live music and courtyard cocktails, because bachata and tequila go hand in hand.

  • Grab a brush and let the harbor be your muse at the ICA’s free watercolor class tomorrow. Get outside, play with color and create something all your own.

Thirsty Thursday = $9 cocktails!