Can you believe that Fall is literally right around the corner? We had...what...a month of summer? Anyways, if you've been an avid follower of the blog, you will remember we made a list of 23 things to do in Boston in the Spring and Summer. Well, we've put our heads together for a list of things to do in Boston this fall. Check it out. Agree. Agree to disagree....if you have anything to add that you think would be amazing to do this Fall please add!! We welcome comments and suggestions with open arms.
The Head of the Charles Regatta
One of the world's largest two day rowing events with over 300,000 spectators who come to cheer on the race along the Charles River.
When: October 17-18.
Cost: Free
Website: Head of the Charles Regatta
It's (almost) PRIME time to hit up the apple orchards and Pumpkin patches!
Where the great pumpkin lives. Oh wait. That only happens in Charlie Brown. Go on one of those perfect sunny fall afternoons and pick the perfect fruit, veggies, and pick out that amazing pumpkin for some Halloween carving. Also, I am sure there are some kind of hey rides involved, as well as corn mazes. (Growing up on a farm, it has always confused me why you would ever want to do a corn maze...) Here are a couple of places you can go.
Apple Orchirds: All About Apples
Pumpkin Patches: Pumpkin Patchens and More
Visit Salem on Halloween
If you scare easily, I would suggest not to. But basically, their Halloween festivities last for a month. For more information check out this site: Haunted Happenings
Haunted Boston Ghost Tours
A 90-minute walking tour takes you through the historic and haunted streets in search of the countless ghosts rumored to haunt the city. Promises of stories about murder, revenge, lust and heartache.
When: Anytime time this fall, even tonight, starts at 8pm
Cost: $18
Website: Haunted Boston
Oktoberfest
I remember my first beer, it was in Munich. (Moment of silence for the best beer EVER!) I think this is as close as I will get to Munich in the near future. A two week festival that celebrates Harpoon Brewery's Annual Oktoberfest. Starts Friday October 2nd to Saturday October 3rd.
When: Friday Oct 2nd to Sat Oct. 3rd
Cost: $20 (which includes a souvenir pint glass!)
Website: Harpoon Oktoberfest
Go to a BC football Game
Although technically I'd rather watch hockey, LOL, what a great way to spend your afternoon than watching a fall sport. You can see their schedule and ticket information here... (I hope Mike doesn't get mad that I am posting something for Boston College.) [ED NOTE: I am....very]
Or better yet, catch a BU Hockey Game
This is more like it!! And it's BU - the defending National Champions! Catch an early game starting this October at spectacular new Agganis Arena - for more information check out this site:
[ED NOTE: Much better]
Prepare that most amazing Halloween costume
Last year I was a guitar hero! I've always wanted to try being an oompa loompa...anyways...supposedly the Garment District has a huge warehouse full of wigs, makeup, accessories. Get creative!!
Website: Garment District
Take a Stroll Through Boston Common
Don't really have a way to get out of Boston this fall, but have some time to kill? Take a stroll through the Commons in the fall and be absolutely amazed! As the leaves change colors, the
Catch a Show!
If it's a little chilly out there, what a better time to go to the theater, ballet or some other random show. Here are a few of our picks....
Jersey Boys
At the Citi Performing Arts Center: Shubert Theatre. Playing till September to the first week of October.
More Info: Citi Center
Ringling Bros And Barnum & Bailey Circus 'Over The Top'
October 14-18th at the TD Garden
More Info: TD Garden
Fiddler on the Roof
At the Boston Opera House. November 3rd to the 15th.
More Info: Broadway Across America
Boston Symphony Orchestra
To see their fall schedule, which starts mid October, go to the Boston Symphony Orchestra website
Here's to a grand Fall, and that it lasts longer than this summer did! If you have any suggestions or comments please feel free to leave them below. We would love any suggestions you may have as well on things to do in Boston in the fall, or anytime for that matter!! Check back in a few months for our Winter Edition of things to do in Boston!