MassLive weekend picks: 5 festive activities in Mass. this weekend
Even though the holidays are drawing to a close, the holiday spirit is holding strong with plenty of festive events this weekend.
MassLive is back with another edition of weekend picks , a weekly list of activities and/or places to visit in Massachusetts the weekend of Dec. 26 to 28.
Holiday lights at 436 Medford St. in Somerville featured in Illuminations.Chris McLaughlin
Somerville Illuminations
Somerville Illuminations is one for the holiday light lovers.
The mapped, self-guided tour is organized through the Somerville Arts Council , whose website pinpoints dozens of local residences shining bright this December and early January for all to see.
The event in Somerville invites people to explore city neighborhoods and doorsteps filled with lights, albeit at a free-flowing pace.
Spread throughout the city, one will find clusters of homes lit up in neighborhoods ranging from East Somerville to Davis Square.
Grill 23 & Bar in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood was named one of the most festive holiday restaurants in the country.Brian Samuels Photography
Grill 23 & Bar
Those looking to get into the holiday spirit can dine at a Boston steakhouse famous for its holiday ambiance.
Time Out named Grill 23 & Bar in Back Bay one of the most festive holiday restaurants in America .
The renowned steakhouse is decked out in holiday decor. Staircases are covered in holly and twinkly lights, while wreaths and Christmas trees are scattered throughout the two-story space.
The restaurant is located at 161 Berkeley St. in Boston.
One of the many trees enveloped in lights at Naumkeag, a Trustees of Reservation estate in Stockbridge, as part of the seasonal Winterlights event.Nicole Simmons/MassLive
Winterlights at Naumkeag
Winterlights at Naumkeag is another festive event to take part in, as the Naumkeag estate comes alive with thousands of twinkling holiday lights that guests can walk through and explore.
The event runs Wednesdays through Sundays through the first weekend in January.
Advanced purchase of timed tickets is required and can be purchased here .
Naumkeag is located at 5 Prospect Hill Road in Stockbridge. The phone number is 413-298-8138.
Read more about the event here .
Blitzen's is a Christmas-themed pop-up bar inside Boston's historic Omni Parker House.Meghan Rothschild
Blitzen's pop-up bar
Boston's historic Omni Parker House welcomes a festive newcomer: Blitzen's , a Christmas-themed pop-up bar nestled inside the hotel's lounge, The Last Hurrah.
With twinkle lights, tinsel and ornaments, Blitzen's transforms the landmark into a winter wonderland, offering cocktails and cheer to both locals and travelers.
The pop-up offers specialty cocktails all crafted for the flavors of the season. Guests can sip drinks infused with winter spices, rich chocolates, cranberries and more. The menu also offers creamy dessert-inspired cocktails and mulled or spiced classics.
Blitzen's pop-up bar will be at the Omni Parker House through Jan. 3 and is open from 4 to 11:30 p.m. daily. It is located at 60 School St. in Boston.
Santa's Cantina has returned to Loco Fenway, transforming the Mexican-inspired hotspot into a holiday experienceMeghan Rothschild
Santa's Cantina
Santa's Cantina has returned to Loco Fenway , transforming the lively Mexican-inspired hotspot into a festive holiday destination in the heart of Boston's Fenway neighborhood.
For the season, Loco Fenway leans fully into the spirit of the holidays, swapping traditional decor for twinkling lights, Christmas installations and over-the-top seasonal flair.
Holiday music fills the pop-up space while colorful decorations and themed touches create numerous photo opportunities. Ugly holiday sweaters are also encouraged.
Santa's Cantina at Loco Fenway is located at 61 Brookline Ave. in Boston. The pop-up will reside at Loco Fenway until Jan. 11 .
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