Long weekend fun
T minus one day until the long weekend. Hours of sun stretch before you — time to make some Memorial Day plans, friends.
First things first: Check out our weekend event picks. And, find local Memorial Day parades and remembrances in our Boston.com calendar.
If you're planning a barbecue, take a spin through the grill guide for recipes, tips, and more. Impress your guests with cool and practical cookout gear, too. Or, ditch the backyard and try one of these lofty rooftop bars or decks around the city.
Looking to enjoy the outdoors? Here are some ideas:
- Nature accessible by public transportation
- Also, check out beaches by the T
- Ten family-friendly hikes in New England
- Great local bike rides
- Heck, here's the entire summer guide
Have a great weekend, all!

[Yoon S. Byun/Globe Staff]
Contributors
Stephanie Callahan is a native Bostonian who loves cooking, traveling, spa treatments, and being on the ocean.
Milva DiDomizio is a New England native who's fond of cooking, singing, and Boston's arts and culture scene.
Swati G. Sharma is a Somerville resident and is a fan of city living, exploring Bostons nightlife, and dancing.
Emily Sweeney is a Boston native who goes out all over, from Irish pubs in Southie to the roller rink in Dorchester.





