Whether you’re young or in your golden years, spending the day with your friends can’t be beat. Instead of drawing straws to decide who should drive and deal with parking, enjoy the ease of the Commuter Rail and hit some of the best spots on the Fairmount line. Take advantage of the $10 all-you-can-ride weekend passes so you can hit all of the breweries, roller rinks, and paint nights to create a memorable group experience.
Day Out with Friends on the Fairmount Line
8 Allstate Rd, Boston, MA 02118
For those looking for a day of shopping, dining, and entertainment, South Bay Center provides a curated blend of national retailers, unique boutiques, chef-driven restaurants, and emerging brands. You can shop for new clothes, enjoy good food, and watch movies all in one place.
44 Cedric St, Boston, MA 02119
If you want to grab a few drinks with your buddies, try new spirits, or take a brewery tour, head over to Bully Boy Distillers. The cocktail bar is open Thursday-Sunday and offers a rotating menu of seasonal cocktails sure to make everyone in the group happy. On Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, you can book a 45-minute distillery tour featuring a walkthrough of the space. You and your friends can learn about the brewing process and sample complimentary spirits, so you can discuss which one is best as you head into the night together.
1250 Massachusetts Ave., Boston, MA 02125
The Dorchester Brewing Company tap room is open for both walk-ins or reservations, so it’s the perfect spot for planned outings or spontaneous meetups. The selection of fresh beer, hard cider, hard slushies, seltzers, wine, and non-alcoholic options means everyone will have their drink of choice. You can play skeeball, pinball, arcade games, and more in the game room while enjoying the view of the Boston skyline. If anyone in the group is getting hungry, M&M BBQ is open in the Brewery.
930 Blue Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02124
If you and your friends like to keep active, head to Harambee Park. Originally known as Franklin Field, Harambee Park was created to provide people a place to play sports. Challenge your friends to a game of Horse at the basketball court or throw the frisbee around in the open field.
11 Rhoades Street, Boston, MA 02124
Get your friends together for some fun and funky roller skating at Chez Vous Roller Skating Rink. You and your group can buy individual tickets for an evening of skating, book a private party, or keep a keen eye on the calendar for special themed events.
1284 Blue Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02126
When your friends can’t decide between dinner and dessert, it’s time to head to P & R Jamaican Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor. With the delicious Jamaican cuisine for the savory lovers and mouth-watering ice cream for friends who have a sweet tooth, this restaurant is sure to please everyone and keep the group fed so you can head out to your next destination.
55 Fairmount Ave, Boston, MA 02136
When you’re a group of friends bursting with creativity, you should plan something that will let you all express yourselves. A Black Owned Business dedicated to giving fun and unique painting experiences, Canvas Studio Boston has a $20 open studio where your group can spend 75 minutes painting whatever you like at your own pace. There’s also the Paint After Dark, which is perfect for a group of adults who want some creative evening fun.