Best of Boston 2025: Arts & City Life

Best of Boston 2025: Arts & City Life

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What It’s Like to Be a First Night Ice Sculptor

Julian Chapelle has been chipping ice with chainsaws for 13 years.

Can’t Figure Out a Plan for First Night?

Don’t worry. We’ve got you.

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10 Fun New Year’s Eve Events

Navigate the last day of 2013 like a pro.

’Twas the Night Before Christmas on the MBTA

A holiday story for the everyday T rider.

Five Reasons to Leave the House This Weekend

Queen Beyoncé is in town—need we say more?

Berklee Flash Mob Performs at the MFA

Their rendition of ‘O Holy Night’ is captivating.


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Best of Boston, arts and city life

Best of Boston, arts and city life

Including theaters, museum options, and other ways to explore the city.

Why Doesn't Boston Give New Edition Their Due?

Why Doesn't Boston Give New Edition Their Due?

Forget New Kids on the Block—New Edition is the greatest pop group Boston has ever produced. So why doesn't their hometown show them more love? G. Valentino Ball's story from our archives still resonates.


The JFK Library Is Getting Comic Book Art

It features the former President and Superman, together on a mission.

PHOTOS: The Annual Santa Speedo Run

Snow started to fall just as the last of the clothes came off.

Five Reasons to Leave the House This Weekend

The 10th annual SoWa Holiday Market, free ice skating on the waterfront, and more.

Watch the First Teaser for Wahlburgers

Mark and Donnie shenanigans included.

Donnie Wahlberg’s at Twitter War with Himself

An epic parody.

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Seven Can't-Miss Events, Every Month

Seven Can't-Miss Events, Every Month

From theater to pop concerts to comedy stars, don't miss our monthly list.


PHOTOS: Boston Common Tree Lighting

With performances by Joey McIntyre, Blue Man Group, and more.

Five Reason to Leave the House This Weekend

Bring on the holiday cheer with another tree lighting, festivals, fairs, and more.

Springfield Artist Puts Some Muscle Into Education

Danny Quirk creates detailed, anatomically correct artwork on peoples’ skin.

Jess Wolfe of Lucius Talks the Band’s Past, Present, and Future

The singer shares memories of Berklee and talks about their sold-out show at The Sinclair.

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