Things To Do in Boston This Weekend: January 17 – January 19
Boston features a variety of exciting indoor and outdoor events and activities for everyone this wintery weekend. The city offers many ways to entertain you and your loved ones, including outdoor fun on the ice and indoor theater and musical experiences. If spending time outdoors, you’ll want to dress warmly, as temperatures are predicted to remain between 25 F to 30 F this weekend, which is normal for this time of year in Eastern Massachusetts.
Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic
- What: NBA Action with Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic
- When: Friday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m.
- Where: 100 Legends Way, Boston, Massachusetts
- Cost: From $136
Get your tickets to watch the Boston Celtics face off against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden as part of the 2024-2025 season. Known for its amazing atmosphere, TD Garden offers a thrilling experience, with frenzied fans filling the arena. This spectacle is a must-see matchup for basketball fans, featuring a rich history of fierce competition between these teams. Arrive early to enjoy pregame activities, and check for special promotions to enhance your experience.
Winter Wonderland at Hood Park
- What: Boston’s Winter Fest 2024: winter wonderland, ice skating, artisan market, life-size ice castle, après ski lounge
- When: Daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. through Jan. 25
- Where: 100 Hood Park, Boston, Massachusetts
- Cost: Free
Boston’s Winter Fest 2024 at Hood Park is the city’s largest immersive winter festival, featuring two acres of twinkling lights and festive experiences. You can enjoy ice skating, shop at holiday markets, and indulge in seasonal food and drink. This family-friendly event has something for children of all ages, making it a perfect winter activity.
Boston Symphony Orchestra
- What: Symphonies Nos. 4 & 5 | Beethoven & Romanticism
- When: Friday, Jan. 17 at 1:30 p.m. (preconcert talk at 12:15 p.m.)
- Where: 301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston, Massachusetts
- Cost: From $75
Experience Beethoven’s symphonic mastery with the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall on Jan. 17. Conductor Andris Nelsons leads an all-Beethoven program featuring Symphony No. 4, known for its warmth, and Symphony No. 5, highlighting the iconic “fate” motif. Kristin and Roger Servison support the concert, which offers a preconcert talk at 12:15 p.m. with BSO’s Robert Kirzinger. Don’t miss this powerful evening of music showcasing Beethoven’s contrasting yet equally captivating symphonies.
Other Events
Boston has something for everyone, whether you’re interested in exploring museums, attending performances, or participating in community gatherings.
- Boston’s Celtic Music Festival, Jan. 16-19: The House of Blues celebrates Irish culture with traditional music and dance.
- Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Jan. 16-18: Cool School & Hard Bop: The JLCO With Wynton Marsalis showcases timeless mid-century jazz, featuring works from Miles Davis, Art Blakey, and Max Roach, with virtuosic performances led by saxophonist Sherman Irby and pianist Joe Block.
- Dancing with the Stars Live, Jan. 16-17: Enjoy a spectacular evening of glamour and choreography as the hit show’s professional dancers take the stage at Boch Center.
- Boyz II Men at MGM Music Hall, Jan. 17: Relive the magic of timeless rhythm and blues hits as the legendary group performs live in Boston.
