This month, it’s very easy to stay indoors. New Year’s resolutions to ‘do more things!’ aside, it’s really, really cold out there, and L.L. Bean couldn’t even fulfill your order for warm winter boots. Plus, once Broad City returns to Comedy Central, it’s pretty much all over.
But, we have a feeling we’re about to change your mind and draw you outside, at least for a few hours a week. We discovered that despite being one of the colder, more depressing months of the year (post-holiday depression, anyone?), there is a stacked lineup of awesome events happening this January that you need to pencil in now. These are the types of events that will likely sell out in advance, or cause you to double-take once you realized you’ve missed it.
In that last particular instance, we’re talking directly about the upcoming pants-free subway ride. Happy 2015!
Winter Wonderland: A Boozy Gelato Pop Up by Ice Cubed
January 10, 5 to 8 p.m., Kitchen, Inc.
The first pop up from Ice Cubed, a collaboration from the people behind Booze Epoque, Gelology and Churn Baby Churn, will treat guests to a flight of spirit-inspired gelato, ice cream and sorbet. There will also be signature boozy punches in store by Booze Epoque.
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door
Aeronaut’s Winter Seasonal
January 10, 2 to 11:30 p.m., Aeronaut
What better way to spend a cold January Saturday than partying with Somerville’s upcoming brewery? If you haven’t made it out to Aeronaut Brewing Co. yet, we recommend you rethink your New Year’s resolutions. The party brings together music, food trucks and all-around fun, lasting from the afternoon into the night, and Aeronaut will also be releasing a new beer in honor of the mid-winter celebration. Details to come.
Tickets: No cover, pay as you eat/drink
No Pants Subway Ride Boston 2015
January 11, 2 to 6 p.m., MBTA
It’s back! The tradition started by Improv Everywhere in New York in 2002 has spread across the world, and it’s returning to Boston this Sunday, January 11. If you can brave the cold, join the masses who will take to the T pants-free, just for fun. The details regarding meeting points and the after party (because there has to be an after party) will be released this Friday.
Tickets: Free to attend
#HealthyMatchUp Event with Weight Watchers and Match.com
January 13, 5:30 p.m., 49 Social
Looking to finally get fit in 2015? Weight Watchers and Match.com have teamed up for a “speed-chatting” event, during which participants can talk up fellow singles also looking to get fit, until they find the best match to their healthy goals. Pairs are encouraged, with the help of a Weight Watchers personal coach on hand, to stay in touch and encourage each other to better health.
Tickets: Free to attend
Harpoon X-Night
January 14, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall
Quell the winter blues with rare Harpoon beers during the brewery’s first X-Night of the year. They’ll be drawing brews from their 10-barrel pilot system to test out on an eager audience, and guests will get to hear the brewers speak first hand about the latest batch. Those who buy tickets will receive a 16-ounce X-Night mug, filled with one beer of their choice.
Tickets: $20, includes mug and one beer
Carolina ‘Whole Hog’ Party
January 15, 10 p.m., Bergamot
Looking for some late night fun? Bergamot is hosting a Carolina ‘Whole Hog’ party, complete with smoked meat, a shrimp boil, cheddar grits, sweet roasted peanuts, Pork Slap beer in a can, Whistle Pig whiskey cocktails and bluegrass music. Definitely worth staying up late.
Tickets: $20, includes a plate of barbecue
Ski Bash Boston
January 16, 8 p.m., The Harp
Planning a ski trip? Might as well party for your chance to win some freebies from local mountains. Prizes include lift tickets to Jay Peak, a Ski & Stay Package to Killington, and/or a pair of new Shed Skis custom made by J skis. Long Trail Brewing Co. will be on hand providing specialty craft beers.
Tickets: No cover before 10 p.m., $10 after 10 p.m.
Winter Wildlife Cruise
January 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p .m., Boston Harbor Cruises
Join park rangers, New England Aquarium-trained naturalists and like-minded nature enthusiasts on a daytime Winter Wildlife Cruise from Boston Harbor Cruises. Guests will get an up-close look at some of the animals who make the Boston Harbor and islands their home during the cold season.
Tickets: Adults $20, children $15
The Boston Horror Show
January 24, 2 to 10 p.m., The Somerville Theater
Love horror movies? A full eight hours of indie horror is taking over The Somerville Theater this month, presented by All Things Horror. Featuring three full-length films and a short film block, you’ll be sure to get your scares in before the festival is over.
Tickets: $20 for a full pass, $10 per feature film/short film block
10th Annual CityFeast
January 25, 6 p.m., North End
This ten-year tradition benefits Joslin Diabetes Center’s High Hopes Fund in the form of a five-course, chef-prepared meal at a participating North End restaurant of your choice. Restos include Aria, Antico Forma, Prezza, Bricco, Lucca and more, and for every ticket purchased to enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants on January 25, the proceeds will be donated to fight diabetes. Participants can also enter the CityFeast raffle for $25 a ticket (or five for $100), and be entered to win a dinner for six.
Tickets: $150, $100 of which is tax deductible
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