Wicked Local: A New England Blog

The Best Father's Day Gifts for New England Dads in 2026
The Best Father's Day Gifts for New England Dads in 2026
Skip the boring tie this Father's Day. If your dad is a proud New Englander, we've got something he'll actually wear — and brag about. Here's your 2026 gift guide... Read more...
The Best Mother's Day Gifts for New England Moms in 2026
The Best Mother's Day Gifts for New England Moms in 2026
Skip the generic gifts this Mother's Day. If your mom bleeds New England, we've got something she'll actually love — and actually wear. Here's your 2026 gift guide for the... Read more...
Patriots' Day in Boston: The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Like a True New Englander
Patriots' Day in Boston: The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Like a True New Englander
 Patriots' Day isn't just a day off — it's the most New England thing that exists. From a predawn battle reenactment on Lexington Green to the thunder of cannon fire... Read more...
Best Places to Watch the Boston Marathon: Your Ultimate Spectator Guide
Best Places to Watch the Boston Marathon: Your Ultimate Spectator Guide
Marathon Monday is one of the most celebrated days in Boston — and you don't have to run 26.2 miles to be part of it. Read more...
Boston Marathon Gear Guide: What to Wear, Carry, and Gift
Boston Marathon Gear Guide: What to Wear, Carry, and Gift
Marathon Monday is one of the most electric days on the Boston calendar — and showing up unprepared is a rookie mistake. Whether you're pinning on a bib, lining the... Read more...
You Know You're From Boston When...
You Know You're From Boston When...
There's no place quite like Boston — and if you grew up here, you know exactly what we mean. From the way you talk to the way you drive, here... Read more...
Boston Spring Survival Guide: How New Englanders Deal With the Worst Season
Boston Spring Survival Guide: How New Englanders Deal With the Worst Season
Spring in New England isn't a season — it's a trick. One day it's 58 and sunny, the next you're scraping ice off your car. Here's the Bostonian's guide to... Read more...
What to Wear to a Baseball Game in New England
What to Wear to a Baseball Game in New England
Introduction If you’ve never been to a baseball game in New England, you might assume the dress code is simple: grab a T-shirt, throw on a hat, and enjoy nine... Read more...
New England Baseball Culture: The Traditions, Rituals, and Unwritten Rules
New England Baseball Culture: The Traditions, Rituals, and Unwritten Rules
Introduction Baseball culture in New England isn’t just about the game. It’s about cold April nights, summer evenings that smell like grilled hot dogs, and the strange ability to discuss... Read more...
The Unofficial New England Baseball Opening Day Survival Guide
The Unofficial New England Baseball Opening Day Survival Guide
Introduction Baseball Opening Day means different things depending on where you live. In some parts of the country, it means sunshine, warm air, and sitting comfortably in short sleeves. In... Read more...
Paddy’s Day vs. Patty’s Day: Why the Spelling Actually Matters in New England
Paddy’s Day vs. Patty’s Day: Why the Spelling Actually Matters in New England
Every March, it happens. Someone posts “Happy St. Patty’s Day” — and somewhere in New England, a collective eye twitch begins. So let’s clear this up once and for all:... Read more...
What to Wear for St. Patrick’s Day in 30-Degree Weather (Without Regretting It)
What to Wear for St. Patrick’s Day in 30-Degree Weather (Without Regretting It)
St. Patrick’s Day in New England looks festive in photos. What the photos don’t show is that it’s 30 degrees with a coastal wind that feels personal. If you’re heading... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to St. Patrick’s Day in New England
The Ultimate Guide to St. Patrick’s Day in New England
St. Patrick’s Day in New England is not a casual holiday. It’s not just green beer and shamrocks. It’s generational pride. It’s layered clothing. It’s a parade happening in 38-degree... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to New England Slang
The Ultimate Guide to New England Slang
If you’ve ever been told to “bang a uey at the packie before the nor’easter hits,” congratulations — you already speak New England slang. New England slang isn’t just vocabulary.... Read more...
12 Easy, Unforgettable Day Trips from Boston (That Feel Like a Full New England Vacation)
12 Easy, Unforgettable Day Trips from Boston (That Feel Like a Full New England Vacation)
12 Easy, Unforgettable Day Trips from Boston (That Feel Like a Full New England Vacation) If you’re in Boston and craving that classic New England experience—coastal views, small-town charm, lighthouse... Read more...
SIP & DESIGN: A Galentine’s Charm Bracelet Workshop with Nicely Jewelry
SIP & DESIGN: A Galentine’s Charm Bracelet Workshop with Nicely Jewelry
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with creativity and sparkle at SIP & DESIGN, presented by Nicely Jewelry on February 13, 2026. Gather your besties for a fun, hands-on charm bracelet workshop where... Read more...
Celebrate Winter at the Newport Winter Festival: New England’s Coolest Event
Celebrate Winter at the Newport Winter Festival: New England’s Coolest Event
Celebrate winter in style at the Newport Winter Festival, returning February 13–22 for ten days of unforgettable fun along Rhode Island’s scenic coastline. From lively food competitions and the debut... Read more...
Get Ready for New England’s Ultimate Big Game Celebration — Fenway All Access Block Party This Sunday!
Get Ready for New England’s Ultimate Big Game Celebration — Fenway All Access Block Party This Sunday!
Multiple bars, one all-access pass, and the biggest game of the year come together in Fenway this Sunday. The Fenway All Access Block Party takes over the neighborhood with big... Read more...
Heat Up Your Weekend at the Some Like It Hot Chili Cook Off
Heat Up Your Weekend at the Some Like It Hot Chili Cook Off
Warm up your weekend at the Some Like It Hot Chili Cook Off in Harvard Square. Local restaurants serve up their best chili for a friendly, fan-voted competition filled with... Read more...
Under the Full Moon: A Vermont Wellness Retreat Worth the Escape
Under the Full Moon: A Vermont Wellness Retreat Worth the Escape
If you’ve been craving a true reset, the Full Moon Mountain Wellness Retreat in Vermont offers a chance to unplug, slow down, and reconnect—surrounded by mountain views, fresh air, and... Read more...
Spin for a Cause: The PMC Winter Cycle
Spin for a Cause: The PMC Winter Cycle
The PMC Winter Cycle brings riders together  for an unforgettable indoor ride.With high-energy sessions, community spirit, and a mission that matters, it’s more than a workout. Every spin helps raise... Read more...
Layer Up: The Tall Ship Ice Rink Is Changing Winter in New England
Layer Up: The Tall Ship Ice Rink Is Changing Winter in New England
Winter in New England has officially entered a new era. The Tall Ship Ice Rink is redefining cold-weather fun with waterfront skating, harbor views, and a lineup of winter activities... Read more...
Stretch, Snuggle, Repeat: Puppy Yoga with Sweet Paws Rescue
Stretch, Snuggle, Repeat: Puppy Yoga with Sweet Paws Rescue
Looking for a workout that comes with puppy kisses? Puppy yoga with Sweet Paws Rescue in Everett combines gentle movement, stress relief, and adoptable pups—all while supporting an incredible local... Read more...
Experience Winter in Style at the Lookout Rooftop Igloo Bar
Experience Winter in Style at the Lookout Rooftop Igloo Bar
Looking for a winter night out that feels anything but ordinary? The Lookout Rooftop Igloo Bar at the Envoy Hotel transforms cold Boston nights into a cozy, elevated experience. With... Read more...
Last Weekend to Celebrate the Holidays in Pink at MOIC Pinkmas
Last Weekend to Celebrate the Holidays in Pink at MOIC Pinkmas
Looking to upgrade your holiday plans with something fun and unexpected? MOIC Pinkmas transforms the Museum of Ice Cream into a festive, pink-filled wonderland packed with interactive installations, holiday-inspired treats,... Read more...
Jazz Brunch at Coquette: Where Live Music Meets Weekend Brunch
Jazz Brunch at Coquette: Where Live Music Meets Weekend Brunch
Jazz Brunch at Coquette brings a fresh energy to the weekend by pairing live jazz performances with a thoughtfully crafted brunch menu. With smooth music filling the space and a... Read more...
Wonder: A New Musical Takes the Stage at the Loeb Drama Center
Wonder: A New Musical Takes the Stage at the Loeb Drama Center
Wonder: A New Musical is coming to the Loeb Drama Center, bringing an original story to the stage that blends heartfelt storytelling, powerful performances, and original music. This new production... Read more...
Sam Adams Open Mic Night: A January 2 Boston Tradition in the Making
Sam Adams Open Mic Night: A January 2 Boston Tradition in the Making
Sam Adams welcomes the new year with an Open Mic Night on January 2, bringing together local performers, a supportive crowd, and the kind of authentic Boston energy that makes... Read more...
Fro-Zen Cold Plunge Challenge with David Magone: Stepping Into the Cold
Fro-Zen Cold Plunge Challenge with David Magone: Stepping Into the Cold
The Fro-Zen Cold Plunge Challenge with David Magone will offer participants a guided experience focused on mindset, breathwork, and stepping into discomfort with purpose. Designed to push personal limits while... Read more...
Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Southwick’s Zoo Winter Wonderland
Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Southwick’s Zoo Winter Wonderland
Step into the magic of the season at Southwick’s Zoo Winter Wonderland! This beloved holiday tradition transforms the zoo into a glowing Christmas experience filled with millions of twinkling lights,... Read more...
Get Ready for Holiday Cheer at Track 15’s Meet & Greet With Santa
Get Ready for Holiday Cheer at Track 15’s Meet & Greet With Santa
Santa is coming to Track 15! Bring the family for a festive, free Meet & Greet filled with holiday cheer, cozy vibes, and perfect photo moments. From writing letters to... Read more...
Hooves, Holiday Magic & Hometown Cheer: Inside Greenwich’s 17th Annual Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop
Hooves, Holiday Magic & Hometown Cheer: Inside Greenwich’s 17th Annual Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop
Step into the magic of the season at Greenwich’s 17th Annual Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop—a beloved holiday tradition that brings the North Pole right to Connecticut. Meet Santa’s real... Read more...
Cheers to the Season: A Festive Night Out at Blitzens at The Last Hurrah
Cheers to the Season: A Festive Night Out at Blitzens at The Last Hurrah
Raise a glass to the holidays at Blitzens at The Last Hurrah—a festive pop-up bar inside Boston’s iconic Omni Parker House. With holiday-themed cocktails, cozy décor, and a cheerful atmosphere,... Read more...
Curtains Up on Christmas: The Magic of Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Curtains Up on Christmas: The Magic of Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Step into a world of magic, music, and holiday wonder with Boston Ballet’s iconic performance of The Nutcracker. From breathtaking choreography to dazzling costumes and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, this beloved... Read more...
Sparkle & Snowfall: A Holiday Getaway to Freeport, Maine’s Brightest Celebration
Sparkle & Snowfall: A Holiday Getaway to Freeport, Maine’s Brightest Celebration
Experience the magic of the season at Freeport’s beloved Sparkle Celebration! From twinkling lights and festive shopping to L.L.Bean’s stunning Northern Lights display, this coastal Maine town transforms into a... Read more...
Southwick's Zoo Debuts Its Most Enchanted Winter Yet
Southwick's Zoo Debuts Its Most Enchanted Winter Yet
Step into a sparkling holiday dream at Southwick’s Zoo Winter Wonderland in Mendon, MA! From millions of twinkling lights and festive displays to cozy fire pits, live shows, and Santa’s... Read more...
Wine Your Way Through New Haven
Wine Your Way Through New Haven
If you’re looking for a stylish, fun-filled evening in downtown New Haven, look no further than Flights of Fancy. This lively event — hosted by Town Green District in partnership... Read more...
Cake Picnic Massachusetts 2025: Date, Details, and Why You Don’t Want to Miss It
Cake Picnic Massachusetts 2025: Date, Details, and Why You Don’t Want to Miss It
Get ready for the sweetest fall event in New England! The Cake Picnic Massachusetts 2025 invites bakers, foodies, and cake lovers to gather at Green Hill Park in Worcester for... Read more...
Everything You Need to Know About Mixology at Earth, Hidden Pond’s Signature Cocktail Experience
Everything You Need to Know About Mixology at Earth, Hidden Pond’s Signature Cocktail Experience
Shake, stir, and sip your way through a luxurious afternoon at Mixology at Earth in Kennebunkport. Hosted at the stunning Earth at Hidden Pond, this hands-on cocktail workshop pairs expert-led... Read more...
Snowport Holiday Market is Back in Boston’s Seaport
Snowport Holiday Market is Back in Boston’s Seaport
Boston’s Seaport is about to get festive! The beloved Snowport Holiday Market returns November 7–December 28, bringing over 125 local vendors, cozy food and drink spots, live music, and plenty... Read more...
Newport Restaurant Week is Here and it’s Tastier than Ever!
Newport Restaurant Week is Here and it’s Tastier than Ever!
Newport Restaurant Week is back November 7–16, bringing ten days of coastal flavor to Rhode Island’s favorite seaside towns. From $20 lunches to $60 chef-driven dinners, it’s the perfect excuse... Read more...
Under the Big Top: The Story of Big Apple Circus
Under the Big Top: The Story of Big Apple Circus
Step under the Big Top! The Big Apple Circus returns with breathtaking acrobatics, daring aerialists, hilarious clowns, and up-close magic in a single-ring show that brings you right into the... Read more...
Venture Into Fear: What Is Factory of Terror?
Venture Into Fear: What Is Factory of Terror?
Step inside the Factory of Terror in Fall River—one of New England’s scariest haunted attractions. Housed in a century-old factory, this immersive haunt packs in twisted sets, bone-chilling actors, and... Read more...
Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival Rolls into Merrimack on October 18
Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival Rolls into Merrimack on October 18
Hungry for fall fun? The Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival hits Merrimack, NH on Saturday, October 18 (12–6 pm) with 20+ food trucks, artisan vendors, and seasonal Budweiser brews. Bring... Read more...
Haunted Boston by Night: What It’s Like to Ride Ghosts & Gravestones
Haunted Boston by Night: What It’s Like to Ride Ghosts & Gravestones
Step aboard the Trolley of the Doomed or follow lantern light through Boston’s oldest burying grounds on the Ghosts & Gravestones Tour. Hear chilling tales of hauntings, murders, and restless... Read more...
Walk Through Boston’s Athletic Legacy: Boston Sports Walking Tour Through October 31
Walk Through Boston’s Athletic Legacy: Boston Sports Walking Tour Through October 31
Step into Boston’s legacy of champions! The Boston Sports Walking Tour runs through October 31, guiding fans from the Boston Marathon finish line to Fenway Park. Explore memorials, iconic landmarks,... Read more...
Night of Terror: 10/10 at Hysteria at Connors Farm
Night of Terror: 10/10 at Hysteria at Connors Farm
Ready for a night of pure terror? On October 10th, Hysteria at Connors Farm in Danvers transforms its fields and forests into New England’s scariest haunted experience. Brave the 45-minute Haunted... Read more...
Laughs by the Ocean: Rogue Island Comedy Festival Returns This Fall
Laughs by the Ocean: Rogue Island Comedy Festival Returns This Fall
The Rogue Island Comedy Festival is happening October 9–12 in Newport & Portsmouth, RI with a killer lineup of national headliners and rising stars. From vineyards to theaters, enjoy four... Read more...
Boston’s Beloved Harpoon Octoberfest Celebrates 35 Years
Boston’s Beloved Harpoon Octoberfest Celebrates 35 Years
 Raise a stein, Boston! Harpoon Brewery’s Octoberfest returns this weekend in the Seaport with live oompah music, stein-hoisting contests, pretzel-eating, and of course—plenty of fresh Harpoon beer. Grab your friends,... Read more...
Bristol Harvest Festival — A Classic Fall Gathering in Vermont
Bristol Harvest Festival — A Classic Fall Gathering in Vermont
Celebrate autumn on the Bristol Town Green with a free, family-friendly day of 70+ local vendors, live music, and classic fall fun. On Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 (10 AM–3 PM),... Read more...