Happy December, Boston. ❄️ If you’re anything like us, you’re ready to do some holiday shopping, ice skating + other festive activities to get into the holiday spirit. Read on for all the top events happening this month in Beantown.

Wednesday, December 1 — Sunday, December 5

Wednesday, Dec. 1

Trivia in the Taproom | Wed., Dec. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery | Free | The first Wednesday of the month means trivia in the Harpoon Beer Hall.
176 Lincoln St. — Public Meeting | Wed., Dec. 1 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | A review of the Draft Project Impact Report for this project.
B.F.I.T. Nubian Square — Impact Advisory Group Meeting | Wed., Dec. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Discuss the relocation of the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology to 1003-1013 Harrison Ave.
Holiday Wreath Workshop | Wed., Dec. 1 | 6:30-8pm | BearMoose Brewing Company, 1934 Revere Beach Pkwy., Everett | $75 | Create a holiday wreath from start to finish while enjoying craft beer.
"Punch-Drunk Love" Filming Screening | Wed., Dec. 1 | 7 p.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $12+ | Watch the 2002 romantic comedy that was written + directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and stars Adam Sandler.
Brewery Book Club | Wed., Dec. 1 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Lamplighter Brewing Co., 284 Broadway, Cambridge | Free | Lamplighter Brewing Co., the Cambridge Public Library + All She Wrote Books host a monthly book club to discuss contemporary literature while sipping on beer.
Gingerbread Houses & Cocktails | Wed., Dec. 1 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Love Child | $65 | Tickets will include two beverages + all materials to build your Gingerbread house.
Comedy Night | Wed., Dec. 1 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Night Shift Brewing, Everett | $10 | Have a side of laughs with your craft beer on Wednesday nights — one drink is included with your ticket.

Thursday, Dec. 2

Boston Common Tree Lighting | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 6-8 p.m. | Boston Common | Free | The 80th annual tree lighting ceremony will happen about 7:55 p.m. and be televised.
9-19 Vaughan Ave. Public Meeting | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The Proposed Project will include a multi-family residential project with 45 rental units, 21 parking spaces, 45 bicycle spaces for residents with 10 visitor bicycle spaces, and associated open space for residents and accompanying supporting amenities.
Wine & Food Fest: A Taste of the Holidays | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 6-7:30 p.m. | La Scuola, 800 Boylston St. | $65+ | Tickets to this tasting celebration include Italian wintertime favorites like sparkling vino, Italian panettone, Venchi chocolates, seasonal pasta dishes, and more.
Non-Player Character | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 6-10 p.m. | Museum of Science | Free | Snag spectator tickets to this virtual reality experience.
Brené Brown Atlas of the Heart Book Launch | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 8 p.m. | Virtual | $31+ | Trident Booksellers & Cafe and Random House host a one-night-only event with the New York Times bestselling author.
Film Screening: A Reckoning in Boston | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 7 p.m. | MIT List Visual Arts Center | Free | Register for the screening of the movie directed by Boston-based film maker James Rutenbeck.
Artificial Gamer | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 7 p.m. | Coolidge Theater | $12+ | Stay after the credits for a Q+A with filmmaker Cad Herschberger, producer Jennifer Lee, and film subjects.
In Conversation with Fran Lebowitz | Thurs., Dec. 2 | 8 p.m. | Emerson Colonial Theatre | $35.75+ | Join the cultural satirist following her Netflix special with Martin Scorsese, “Pretend It’s a City.”

Friday, Dec. 3

Brett Eldredge | Fri., Dec. 3 + Sat., Dec. 4 | 8 p.m. | Boch Center, Wang Theatre | $39.50+ | See Mr. Christmas live for the Glow Live Tour.
SoWa Winter Festival 2021 | Fri., Dec. 3-Sun., Dec. 12 | Times vary | SoWa Power Station | Monday-Thursday, free; Friday-Sunday $5+ | Explore this winter wonderland with 105 local art + food vendors.
Luke Combs - What You See Is What You Get Tour | Fri., Dec. 3 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden | $25+ | Tickets will be honored for this rescheduled tour to see the “Beautiful Crazy” artist.
POLO & PAN: cyclorama tour | Fri., Dec. 3 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $32+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the clear bag policy will be in place.

Saturday, Dec. 4

Holiday Brunch Cruise | Sat., Dec. 4, Sat., Dec. 11-Sun., Dec. 12, Sun., Dec 19 + Sun., Dec. 26 | 12-2 p.m. | Boston Harbor | $65+ | Enjoy the festively decorated interior of Northern Lights + a three-course brunch on this harbor cruise.
CAAMP | Sat., Dec. 4 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $35+ | Madi Diaz will also perform, doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Holiday Market Series | Sat., Dec. 4-Sun., Dec. 5, Sat., Dec. 11-Sun., Dec. 12, Sat., Dec. 18 | 12-4 p.m. | Bone Up Brewing, 38 Norman St., Everett | Free | Shop dog treats, coloring books, holiday cookie spreads + more in the brewery’s taproom.
Pieces From the Hole | Sat., Dec. 4 | 6:30-7:30 + 8-9 p.m. | Mass Motion Dance, 100 Holton St., Brighton | $15+ | Have a sneak peek at the work in progress by Project31.

Sunday, Dec. 5

Rauw Alejandro | Sun., Dec. 5 | 8:30 p.m. | Agganis Arena | $44+ | Doors open at 7 p.m.
Taproom Yoga at Night Shift Brewing | Sun., Dec. 5 | 11 a.m. | Night Shift Brewing | $15+ | Admission includes the yoga class + one beer.
Straight No Chaser | Sun., Dec. 5 | 7 p.m. | Wang Theatre | $39+ | The sensational a cappella group brings their musical talent + humor to Boston.

Monday, December 6 — Sunday, December 12

Monday, Dec. 6

Art Battle | Mon., Dec. 6 | 7-10 p.m. | Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co., 411 Waverley Oaks Rd., Waltham | $15+ | Vote for a winner as local artists battle the clock + each other in this fast-paced live painting tournament.
Jodi Picoult in Conversation with Elin Hilderbrand | Mon., Dec. 6 | 6 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith | $30+ | Celebrate the release of Picoult’s new release Wish You Were Here + receive a signed copy of the book.
Holiday Sip and Shop | Mon., Dec. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Trident Booksellers & Cafe | Free | Enjoy personal shopping services, complimentary hot cider, custom calligraphy gift tags + more.
Harvard-Allston Task Force Enterprise Research Campus Meeting | Mon., Dec. 6 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The meeting will begin with a 45-minute presentation of the project by the development team, followed by a 30-minute discussion of the IAG + end with 15-minutes for public Q+A.
Beer Hall Movie Night – Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas | Mon., Dec. 6 | 6 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery | Free | Join the Who’s for a movie night in the Beer Hall, which will stay open until 9 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 7

The Dan + Shay Arena Tour | Tues., Dec. 7 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden | $39.50+ | Originally scheduled for Oct. 2020, the show will also feature The Band Camino + Ingrid Andress.
Haymakers for Hope — Belles of the Brawl VIII | Tues., Nov. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $85+ | Support a fighter you know by entering their name in the offer code box.
Preoccupations & Metz | Tues., Dec. 7 | 7 p.m. | Brighton Music Hall | $20+ | Tickets are all general admission so get there early to see this dual performance.
A Swingin’ Little Christmas | Tues., Dec. 7 | 8 p.m. | City Winery | $67+ | Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jane Lynch brings her live concert tour to Boston.

Wednesday, Dec. 8

Kaytranada — Autumn '21 Tour | Wed., Dec. 8 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $35+ | Doors open at 7p.m. + Sango will also perform.
355 Bennington St. — Public Meeting | Wed., Dec. 8 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | This project proposal includes the demolition of the existing structure and construction of a mixed use building with up to 170 residential units, a ground floor retail space + public realm improvements.
"There Will Be Blood" Film Screening | Wed., Dec. 8 | 7 p.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $12+ | See Paul Thomas Anderson’s a down and out miner that transforms himself into an oil tycoon.
Madison Tropical Parcel 10 — Project Review Committee Meeting | Wed., Dec. 8 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The meeting will go over a presentation + be followed with Q+A.
Building Black Wealth Monthly Series | Wed., Dec. 8 | 6-8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join Roxbury Community College for this informational monthly series.

Thursday, Dec. 9

Kaytranada — Autumn '21 Tour | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $35+ | Doors open at 7 p.m. + Sango will also perform.
Illuminations Tour Kick Off | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Various locations, Somerville | Free | Participate in a city-wide caroling event to kick off Somerville’s month-long lights extravaganza.
Ice Sculpture Stroll | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | Assembly Row | Free | Check out nine ice sculptures located throughout the Row, with surprises along the way + festive music courtesy of Kiss 108.
Holiday Stroll | Thurs., Dec. 9-Sat., Dec. 11 | 7 a.m. | Union Square, Somerville | Free | Don’t miss the annual festive stroll through the neighborhood’s local businesses.
Comedy on Draft | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 8 p.m. | Sam Adams Taproom | $15 | Doors open at 7 p.m. to see New Hampshire-based comic Drew Dunn.
Dionne Warwick | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 8 p.m. | Lynn Auditorium, 3 City Hall Sq., Lynn | $47+ | The five-time Grammy award-winning pop singer performs live.
Mary Ellen McCormack — Virtual Public Meeting | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The Proposed Project Mary Ellen McCormack Redevelopment will replace the existing affordable homes, creating 69,000 square feet of community and retail space, and approximately 520 new parking spaces.
St Elizabeth's Medical Center Public Meeting | Thursday, December 9, 2021 | 5-6:20 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The BPDA will discuss the plan for the proposed Parking Garage project located in Brighton.

Friday, Dec. 10

Cirque Dreams Holidaze | Fri., Dec. 10-Sun., Dec. 12 | Times vary | Boch Center Shubert Theatre | $49.50+ | Holiday traditions are incorporated in a whimsical musical + contemporary circus artistry mixed into one performance.
Sullivan King | Fri., Dec. 10 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $20+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the Loud & Reckless Tour.
West Roxbury Winter Holiday Market | Fri., Dec. 10 | 5-8 p.m. | Hastings Parking Lot, 1891 Center St., West Roxbury | Free | Shop for goodies from local vendors, enjoy live music from Citizen Artists Orchestra + even say hello to Santa Claus.
A Christmas Story: The Musical | Fri., Dec. 10-Sun., Dec. 19 | Times vary | Boch Center, Wang Theatre | $25+ | See the classic 1983 holiday movie, leg lamp and all, on the stage and try not to shoot your eye out kid.
Young Friends of the Public Garden Winter Party | Fri., Dec. 10 | 6-9:30 p.m. | 8 Park St. | $80 | Tickets to the third annual winter party include two drink tickets.

Saturday, Dec. 11

Harbor Market | Sat., Dec. 11 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Institute of Contemporary Art | Free | 21 local creators will be selling unique handmade goods, just in time for holiday shopping.
Andrea Bocelli | Sat., Dec. 11 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden | $135+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the World-renowned Italian artist.
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl | Sat., Dec. 11 | 2-9 p.m. | Faneuil Hall Marketplace | $23+ | Don your ugliest sweaters, santa suits, or onesies for the sixth annual ugly sweater bar crawl.
Kendall Square Holiday Ice Show | Sat., Dec. 11 | 11-6 p.m. | Skate at Canal District Kendall | Free | Festivities begin at 11 a.m. and the free skating performance will start at 2 p.m. + feature Nancy Kerrigan.
"Better Watch Out" Screening | Sat., Dec. 11 | 11:59 p.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $14 | Catch a midnight viewing of this fresh take on the home-invasion horror movie.
Holiday High Tea | Sat., Dec. 11 + Sat., Dec. 18 | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Town Meeting Bistro, 2027 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington | $45+ | Get your friends or family together to sip tea + enjoy tasty treats like mini lobster rolls, finger sandwiches, and apple cider doughnut

Sunday, Dec. 12

Taproom Yoga at Night Shift Brewing | Sun., Dec. 12 | 11 a.m. | Night Shift Brewing | $15+ | Admission includes the yoga class + one beer.
Women’s Holiday Market at the Speedway | Sun., Dec. 12 + Sun., Dec. 19 | 12-5 p.m. | Charles River Speedway | Free | Vendors include Cannon Candles, Beech Street Pottery, and Lavender Menace Press.

Monday, December 13 — Sunday, December 19

Monday., Dec. 13

The Transcendentalists and Their World | Mon., Dec. 13 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Massachusetts Historical Society, 1154 Boylston St. | Free | Bancroft Prize winning author Robert Gross presents a fresh view of the thinkers whose ideas spread from Concord to the rest of the world.
109 Brookline Ave. — Brookline Avenue Virtual Community Advisory Committee Meeting | Thurs., Dec. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The proposal includes an approximately 239,000 sqft. building intended for office, laboratory, research, and development, ground-floor retail, and below-grade parking.
Beer Hall Movie Night | Mon., Dec. 13 | 6 p.m. | Harpoon Brewery | Free | Drinks, food + special holiday treats are available for purchase during this showing of Gremlins.
Winter Social | Mon., Dec. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | The Gallery at the W Hotel, 100 Stuart Street | $10+ | Unwind after work + connect with friends from the Boston Young Professionals Association.
Celtics vs. Bucks | Mon., Dec. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden | $27+ | Be there for the tipoff against the Milwaukee Bucks.
Black Narcissus | Mon., Dec. 13 | 7 p.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $12+ | Neuroscience professor Rebecca Shansky will introduce this Science on Screen film.

Tuesday, Dec. 14

Bonsai Bar | Tues., Dec. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Trident Booksellers & Cafe | $50 | Attendees will prune, pot + design their own bonsai tree under the instruction of a bonsai expert.
354 E St. — Virtual Public Meeting | Tues., Dec. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The meeting will discuss the Small Project Review Application to renovate a former church previously known as Saint Vincent DePaul Church.
420 Rutherford Ave. — Virtual Public Meeting | Tues., Dec. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The project includes the construction of a new building, anticipated to be occupied by life sciences tenants.
800 Morrissey Blvd. — Virtual Public Meeting | Tues., Dec. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The potential project would construct a six-story residential building, with 240 units, with a parking garage containing approximately 162 off-street parking spaces, plus structured bicycle storage.
Rainbow Dreamland Tour | Tues., Dec. 14 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $25+ | Doors open at 7 p.m.
Bruins vs. Golden Knights | Tues., Dec. 14 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden | $50+ | Watch the Bruins take on the Vegas Golden Knights.
Sip & Shop | Tues., Dec. 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Publico, 11 Dorchester St., South Boston | Free | Browse items from Bodhii Boutique, The Style Filos, Sage in Good Co., and Shop Good Tuesday while sipping a complimentary cocktail.

Wednesday, Dec. 15

Genesis - The Last Domino | Wed., Dec. 15 | 8 p.m. | TD Garden | $104+ | You can dance at this local tour stop.
“Inherent Vice” Film Screening | Wed., Dec. 15 | 7 p.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $19.25+ | Paul Thomas Anderson’s 2014 crime film based on Thomas Pynchon’s 2009 novel.
Shakey Graves | Wed., Dec. 15 | 8 p.m. | Royale | $68+ | Snag tickets to see the Americana musician perform at the Boston leg of their tour.
Comedy Night | Wed., Dec. 15 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Night Shift Brewing, Everett | $10 | Have a side of laughs with your craft beer on Wednesday nights — one drink is included with your ticket.
Innovators Holiday Cocktails | Wed., Dec. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Museum of Science | $35+ | A skating rink will be brought into the museum for this winter wonderland — need we say more?
B.Royal Boutique Pop Up | Wed., Dec. 15 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Assembly Row, Somerville | Free | Shop womenswear, accessories + jewelry at the grand opening of this small business pop up.

Thursday, Dec. 16

Boston miniFEST | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 6 p.m. | Sonia, 10 Brookline St., Cambridge | Free for 21+, $5 for those under 21 | Doors open at 5:45 p.m. for this evening of music, art + community.
Cryptodira | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 6 p.m. | Brighton Musical Hall | $22.50+ | Don’t miss a performance by the experimental metal band.
San Holo | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $25+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the bb u ok? Tour.
Annual Truffle Dinner | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 5-9 p.m. | Talulla | $175+ | Book a reservation for the five course dinner and don’t forget to add the wine pairing.
Holiday Night Out | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 5 p.m. | Various locations, Charlestown | Free | The small businesses of Charlestown will host special deals, pop-ups + giveaways.
Holiday Sip and Shop | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 6-8 p.m. | Trident Booksellers & Cafe | Free | Enjoy personal shopping services, complimentary hot cider, free gift wrap + more.

Friday, Dec. 17

Los Lobos | Fri., Dec. 17-Sat., Dec. 18 | 8 p.m. | City Winery | $68+ | Doors open at 6 p.m. for the Los Angeles-based rock group.
A Christmas Celtic Sojourn | Fri., Dec. 17-Sun., Dec. 19 | Times vary | Cutler Majestic Theatre | $25+ | Viewers can enjoy the holiday performance live on-stage or virtually.
Streetlight Manifesto | Fri., Dec. 17 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $25+ | This show will include performances from Streetlight Manifesto, THICK + Catbite.
Black Christmas | Fri., Dec. 17 | 11:59 p.m. | Coolidge Theater | $14 | Grab tickets to the midnight screening of this terrifying holiday tradition.

Saturday, Dec. 18

Boston University Men’s Basketball vs. Marist College Red Foxes Men’s Basketball | Sat., Dec. 18 | 5 p.m. | Case Gym | $15+ |
Ancient Greek and Roman Free Admission Day | Sat., Dec. 18 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Museum of Fine Arts | Free | General admission tickets are available beginning Dec. 14, at no cost.
Urban Nutcracker | Sat., Dec. 18-Wed., Dec. 22 | Times vary | Shubert Theatre | $29+ | The theatrical holiday tradition returns to Boston for its 20th annual season.
MisterWives | Sat., Dec. 18 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $29.50+ | Doors open at 7 p.m. for MisterWives + Frances Forever.
The Coziest Night of the Year | Sat., Dec. 18 | 6-9 p.m. | Boston Children’s Museum | $25+ | Visitors are encouraged to wear their comfiest pajamas for this after hours event.
Brighton Bazaar Holiday Market | Sat., Dec. 18 | 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Brighton Lodge of Elks | Price of purchase | Stop by the first ever weekend Bazaar to shop 30+ local vendors.
The Muppet Christmas Carol | Sat., Dec. 18 + Sun., Dec. 19 | 10:30 a.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $8+ | Join Kermet + the Muppets in this merry version of Charles Dickens' classic tale.
Santa at the Time Out Market | Sat. Dec. 18 | 10:30 a.m. | Time Out Market, 401 Park Dr. | Free | The jolly man in red will be available for photos from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. + live holiday music goes until 1 p.m.
Winter Market | Sat., Dec. 18 | 12-4 p.m. | Night Shift Brewing, 87 Santilli Hwy, Everett | Free | Lionheart Confections, Coffee Bean Knitting, and other local vendors will be selling goods at this winter market.

Sunday, Dec. 19

A Christmas Story — The Musical | Sun., Dec. 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Boch Center | $25+ | Nobody’s eye will be shot out for this last performance of a holiday classic.
Taproom Yoga at Night Shift Brewing | Sun., Dec. 19 | 11 a.m. | Night Shift Brewing | $15+ | Admission includes the yoga class + one beer.
Jordan Davis | Sun., Dec. 19 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues Boston | $28+ | See Jordan Davis, Seaforth + MacKenzie Porter on the Buy Dirt Tour.

Monday, December 20 — Sunday, December 26

Monday., Dec. 20

Camelopard :: Rawstrum :: Zygote Theory :: Headlights | Mon., Dec. 20 | 6:30-10 p.m. | The Jungle Community Music Club | Free | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. + donations are encouraged for the artists.
Celtics vs 76ers | Mon., Dec. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden | $24+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 21

Fiddler on the Roof | Sun., Dec 21-Fri., Dec. 26 | Various times | Emerson Colonial Theatre | $45+ | L’chaim, to life! Don’t miss Tony Award-winning director Bartlett Sher’s take on the beloved musical.
Bruins vs. Hurricanes | Sun., Dec. 21 | 7 p.m. | TD Garden | $65+ | The Carolina Hurricanes are coming to town to take on the Bruins.
Prelude to Christmas Charcuterie and Wine Pairing | Tues., Dec. 21 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Boston Winery | $35 | Wine lovers come hungry for pairings of cured meats, cheeses, olives, and more.
Beer Mug Painting | Tues., Dec. 21 | 7-10 p.m. | Night Shift Brewing - Everett | $20 | Inebri-Art will provide all the materials needed to decorate your own mug.

Wednesday, Dec. 22

“Phantom Thread” Film Screening | Wed., Dec. 22 | 7 p.m. | Coolidge Corner Theatre | $19.25+ | Watch this 2017 historical drama on the big screen.
Comedy Night | Wed., Dec. 22 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Night Shift Brewing, Everett | $10 | Have a side of laughs with your craft beer on Wednesday nights — one drink is included with your ticket.
Celtics vs. Cavaliers | Wed., Dec. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden | $22+ | Watch the Boston Celtics take on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Thursday, Dec. 23

Wine Tasting | Thurs., Dec. 23 | 5-7 p.m. | Mayhew Wine Shop, 20 Melcher St. | Free | Each Thursday evening, pop into this Seaport wine shop to sample from their selection of 350+ wines.
Repo Man on 35mm | Thurs., Dec. 23 | 4:45 + 9:30 p.m. | Brattle Theatre | $12+ | Watch one for the screenings as part of the Let’s Hear it for 1984 series.
Feast of the Seven Fishes | Thurs., Dec. 23 | 6:30 p.m. | Bar Mezzana, 360 Harrison Ave. | $120+ | Bar Mezzana's interpretation of a multi-course seafood dinner, with an optional wine pairing for $55.
Comedy Night: How Bout Booksmith? | Thurs., Dec. 23 | 7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St., Brookline | Free | See headliner Chase Abel + other comedians and grab a drink at the in-store bar.

Friday, Dec. 24

Christmas Eve Irish Seisiún at the Bebop | Fri., Dec. 24 | 4-7 p.m. | The Bebop | Free | Feel festive with a traditional Irish Seisiún + some holiday tunes too.

Sunday, Dec. 26

New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills | Sun., Dec. 26 | 1 p.m. | Gillette Stadium | $126+ | Grab your red + blue gear and head to Foxborough for a home game.
Taproom Yoga at Night Shift Brewing | Sun., Dec. 26 | 11 a.m. | Night Shift Brewing | $15+ | Admission includes the yoga class + one beer.

Monday, December 27 — Friday, December 31

Monday., Dec. 27

Above & Beyond at Big Night Live | Mon., Dec. 27 | 9 p.m. | Big Night Live, 110 Causeway St. | $49.50 | The show will also feature Bexxe.
Mother Fungus, The Love Shamans+ Space Casino | Mon., Dec. 27 | 7 p.m. | $12+ | Doors open at 6:30 p.m. — tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

Tuesday, Dec. 28

Disney on Ice | Tues., Dec. 28 | 4 p.m. | Agganis Arena, 925 Commonwealth Ave. | $15+ | Watch all your favorite Disney characters take to the ice with high-flying acrobatics + stunts.
Bob Marley Comedian | Tues., Dec. 28 | 8 p.m. | The Wilbur, 246 Tremont St. | $44.50+ | Watch as Bob Marley, the comedian, celebrates 15 years on the stage.
Alesso | Tues., Dec. 28 | 9:30 p.m. | Big Night Live, 110 Causeway St. | $54.50+ | Celebrate New Year’s Eve week with this live performance.

Wednesday, Dec. 29

Wicked Retro Night | Wed., Dec. 29 | 5-8 p.m. | Sam Adams Boston Taproom | Free | Come play all your favorite retro video games with a local beer or two.
Celtics vs. Clippers | Wed., Dec. 29 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden | $68+ | Watch the home team take on the Los Angeles Clippers.
Wine Down Wednesday | Wed., Dec. 29 | 4-6 p.m. | 305 Harvard St. | $10 | Join vomFASS Brookline for tastings, 10% off featured craft wines + hors d'oeuvres.
Comedy at Bill's Bar | Wed., Dec. 29 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Bill's Bar, 5 Lansdowne St. | Free | Laugh along with headlining stand-up comedians next door to Fenway Park.
LGBTQIA+ Speed-Friending | Wed., Dec. 29 | 7-9 p.m. | Trident Booksellers & Cafe | $15 | Skip the small talk for meaningful conversations with strangers.

Thurs., Dec. 30

Comedy at Back Bay Social | Thurs., Dec. 30 | 7:30-9 p.m. | 867 Boylston St. | $10 | Laugh along with stand-up comedians right in the heart of Back Bay.
Candy Engineering at the Waterworks Museum | Thurs., Dec. 30 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | 2450 Beacon St. Chestnut Hill | Free | Engineer amazing spice drop structures and design your own candy maze.

Friday, Dec. 31

Boston Celtics vs. Phoenix Suns | Fri., Dec. 31 | 1 p.m. | TD Garden | $70+ | Cheer on the Celtics for their last game of 2021.
New Year’s Eve Trivia Night | Fri., Dec. 31 | 7 p.m. | Trident Booksellers & Cafe | Free | The year-in-review themed trivia night features seven rounds of general knowledge questions + some wildcards along the way.
Celtics vs. Suns | Fri., Dec. 31 | 1 p.m. | TD Garden | $70+ | Head to TD Garden for this New Years Eve game.
High Society New Year’s Eve | Fri., Dec. 31 | 9 p.m. | W Boston, 100 Stuart St. | $60+ | The W Hotel Boston + Prive New England present an upscale night of entertainment in the grand ballroom — black tie highly encouraged.
New Year’s Eve on the Harbor | Fri., Dec. 31 | 8 p.m. | Reel House, 6 New St. | $55+ | A cocktail party and fireworks show with a raw bar, champagne toast + party favors.
New Year’s Eve on the Waterfront | Fri., Dec, 31 | 8 p.m. | Pier 6, 1 8th St. | $55+ | A midnight fireworks show by Boston Harbor Now + cocktail party.