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40+ Fun Things to Do in Boston at Night

Boston lit up at night, the Massachusetts State House dome glowing gold against a blue night sky and the park below.

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Trust me: there are far more things to do in Boston at night than just go to Irish pubs and sports bars, over and over. If you’re visiting Boston for the first time, you’ll likely be struck by the sports fandom and sheer number of Irish-flavored establishments. But I promise that there is way more to the city than that.

I’m originally from Boston and spent many years living in the city, what I loved is that there are so many interesting things to do at night, especially if you leave downtown. With a little research, you can put together some great nights out. Even if you don’t drink. Even if you’re not a sports fan.

In fact, not many people know this, but I started my career in travel writing as a Boston nightlife writer in 2009. I saw an ad on Craigslist, answered it, and started writing pieces about nights out at The Estate and Saint for $20 a pop. So this post is very much to my roots!

I asked some of my travel blogger friends to chime in with a few of their favorites, too. Everything without an attribution is written by me; every section with an author listed is written by them.

So by day, visit the Boston Public Garden, ride the swan boats, take a walking tour, visit the tourist attractions. By night, grab your pocketbook, hop on the T, order a Sam Adams, cheer on the Sox, and don’t even think about parking the car in Harvard Yard. I promise you a wicked awesome night in Boston that you’ll never forget.

Boston at night is something to behold. Via Shutterstock.

Best Things to Do in Boston at Night

Boston is a city with many personalities — one part sports town, one part intellectual behemoth, one part nightlife hotspot, one part historic gem. There are plenty of things to do in Boston, whether or not you feel like a big night out or a more relaxed evening, whether you want to let loose or learning something new.

What are some of the best local things to do in Boston at night?

Leave downtown for an outer neighborhood and join a trivia night or listen to some live music.

Boston's Old State House, a colonial era brick building with a white bell tower, surrounded by skyscrapers at sunset.
The Old State House, part of the Freedom Trail, lights up at night. Via DepositPhotos.

Stroll the Freedom Trail at Night

The Freedom Trail is one of the most popular things to do in Boston, and for good reason. This historic walking trail takes you on a 2.5-mile journey from Boston Common to the Charlestown Navy…

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