Need weekend plans!?! It’s Easter and Boston Marathon Weekend! Check out our weekend picks! Check out our Guide to Easter and our Guide to the Boston Marathon!
Hop to it! Savin Hill Easter Egg Hunt
Get your baskets ready! The Savin Hill Easter Egg Hunt at Savin Hill Park will take place on Saturday, April 19th at 10 am! Line up in the basketball court at 10am, hunt starts at 10:15 am – activities like bubbles face painting and Dot Art until 11:30am. We hear the Easter Bunny will be making an appearance too!
Swan Boats Opening Day
Nothing says spring time in Boston more than a stroll around the common and a ride on the Swan Boats. The season is kicking off Saturday, April 19th at 11am. 2025 marks the 148th season! Get all the details here!
Cheer on 26 True
We know it’s Boston Marathon Weekend but there is another marathon taking place in Boston – it’s the 26 True! 26.TRUE is a marathon alternative that starts and ends at Malcolm X Park in Roxbury, created and managed by the Pioneers Run Crew. Kicks off Saturday at 7am!
Paul Revere’s Ride 250 year Anniversary
There will be awesome events taking place on Friday, April 18th in honor of 250 years since Paul Revere’s Ride! It will kick off at 5:30 p.m. with a historic reenactment at Paul Revere House, followed by a table read of the original play “Revolution’s Edge” at Paul Revere Mall in the North End. At 7:30 p.m., Mayor Wu will officially launch Boston 250 and headline a short program at the Paul Revere Mall, alongside special guests and performers including a brass quintet from the Boston Pops. There will also be a drone show over the harbor starting at 8:30pm. The drone show will be immediately followed by Paul Revere’s row from the North End across the Harbor to Charlestown, where Paul will mount his horse and begin his famed midnight ride. Get all the details here!
Movie + Craft Night at Stitch House
On Saturday, April 19th enjoy a craft while you watch a movie! Takes place from 6pm-9pm. You can learn more here.
Take a Field Trip to The Tall Ship
The Tall Ship is back! It is opening weekend starting Saturday, April 19th with live music by Up All Night! The Tall ship will be open Wednesday to Sunday from now till May 25th and starting May 26th it will be open all week long!
Easter Sunrise Service at Castle Island
The legendary Easter sunrise service will begin at 5:55 am behind Fort Independence at Castle Island on Sunday, April 20th. It’s a beautiful tradition but be warned, it gets very crowded. Set your alarm to experience the awesome neighborhood tradition.
Tacos + Margs + Bloodies + Bunnies
Add in some tacos and margaritas this weekend at Yellow Door. Plus they will be open on Sunday for Easter serving up cocktails like Bloodies and Bunnies – you can check them out here! You can check out the full menu here!
Burgers and Bloodys
Burgers and Bloodys this weekend at 224 Boston! One of the best burgers around, order one up at brunch on Sundays 10-3.
Pickup some donuts at Scobie’s
Big news, Dot! Scobie’s in Adams Village just leveled up their pastry game by teaming up with the legendary Union Square Donuts to bring a rotating selection of their insanely delicious donuts to their cafe. Whether you’re a die-hard Maple Bacon fan or swear by the Brown Butter Hazelnut Crunch, you can now grab a treat right at Scobie’s cafe, perfectly paired with a hot (or iced) cup of their signature coffee. The lineup will rotate, so each visit could bring a new flavor surprise!
Running and cheering via Dorchester Running Club
The Dorchester Running Club is offering some group runs and cheer zones!
Saturday Group Run at Garvey Park at 7am – Shake out run!
Monday Boston Marathon Cheer Zone at Mile 18 – 1pm 248 Valentine Street, Newton
Post Marathon Celebration at Landmark Public House at 6pm on Monday
Celebrate Marathon Monday with Brunch or Lunch
Sullivan’s Paul Revere Special
One if by land, two if by sea! Sullivan’s is celebrating Paul Revere’s Ride on Friday and Saturday. They will be offering 1 mini lobster roll and 1 cheese burger for 17.76. Don’t miss out on this deal!
SPORTS!
Celtics vs. Magic – Sunday, April 20th at 3:30pm.
Red Sox vs. White Sox – Friday, April 18th at 7:10pm, Saturday, April 19th at 4:10pm, Sunday April 20th at 1:35pm, and Monday, April 21st at 11:10am.
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Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
