Emily N.: A great spot for free concerts, a great spot for a picnic! Love this little Boston gem.
Garrett OBrien: Any 4th of July this is the place to be in Boston -- but ARRIVE EARLY, as there are more than 300,000+ in attendance and it is first come, first spot... no reservations, and bring everything you need
IWalked Audio Tours: Site of annual July 4th concert attended by 500K+ every year and watched by 6MM+ on TV. In 1974 added cannons. Don't miss bronze names engraved on steps of famous composers. More info on blog. <LINK> Read more.
4. Leader Bank Pavilion
8.2
290 Northern Ave (at Seaport Blvd), Boston, MA
Music Venue · Seaport District · 53 tips and reviews
RC Lations: Probably the best large venue in the Boston area. Good seating, right on the water, and parking isn't bad either. Only problem is the $11 cans of beer.
Lexus: Walk the Lexus Red Carpet and check out the all-new 2014 IS 250 F SPORT right past the entrance for a chance to upgrade your concert experience or win free concert merchandise. #LexusVIP!
Jake Smith: If you're the designated driver, sign up at the special DD booth to receive free soda for the duration of the concert you're seeing.
11. Wilbur Theatre
8.2
246 Tremont St (at Stuart St.), Boston, MA
Comedy Club · Downtown Boston · 56 tips and reviews
Frank: Gorgeous theater and the best place in Boston for world-class comedy. Floor seating is the way to go. Balconies have zero leg room.
Emily Yeager: Mezzanine or Balcony seating is must for the comedy shows. Don't get squished into those tiny seats & tables on the ground floor.
VH1: If you want food, you’re in luck. It’s in Chinatown, so everything around is a good option. – Tucker B.
12. Lucky's Lounge
7.9
355 Congress St (at A St), Boston, MA
Bar · Seaport District · 94 tips and reviews
Jake Smith: Great atmosphere, cool decorations, and a live band almost every night of the week. Love this place.
Jason Davis: The sliders are awesome, and the bartenders know how to pour drinks! Love this place!
💩Anthony Keller: Love this spot. Good place to hang if there is a wait at Drink. Really good cocktails, decent food, and a 21-35 crowd. Dont remember the music but I was pretty hammered last time we went.
13. Royale
6.8
279 Tremont St (btwn Oak St & Stuart St), Boston, MA
Night Club · Downtown Boston · 97 tips and reviews
Eziquio Lobão: Awesome music, and environment. If you're looking for a place to have fun, that's the right place for you!!
DJ Pauly D: Boston stand up! Formally known as Roxy, but redesigned with a Miami feel. Only the best DJs in the world booked here, and of course DJ Pauly D is resident DJ here as well.
Kayti Labelle: Ladies free before 11pm Friday & Saturday!
14. Wally's Cafe
9.0
427 Massachusetts Ave (at Columbus Ave), Boston, MA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Roxbury · 50 tips and reviews
Irena Ga: Very cool, mellow vibe! Perfect for a chill night, live music... It's a jazz club, what more is there to say?! You just have to try it yourself.
BU Today: This place has been a neighborhood institution since 1947 and is now the sole reminder of a nexus of famous jazz clubs. Featuring up and coming jazz artists, Wally's offers live music 365 days a year Read more.
Lydia Liebman: Funk Tuesday, Salsa on Thursday, Jazz Friday and Saturday night. Jam session 6-8 Saturday & Sunday and all are welcome to play- great place to cut your teeth if you're a musician. Everyone gets carded
15. TD Garden
8.8
100 Legends Way (at Causeway St), Boston, MA
Hockey Stadium · Downtown Boston · 296 tips and reviews
Lianna J: The box suites are the way to go!
NHL: Check out the statue immortalizing Bobby Orr flying through the air to score the Stanley Cup winning goal in 1970 just outside TD Garden. Read more.
ESPN: TD Garden has played host to the Frozen Four (’98 & ’04), NHL All-Star Game (’96), NBA Finals (’08 & ’10), & Stanley Cup Finals (’11). You’re in the right place for sports awesomeness.