Your Guide to Drinksgiving This Thanksgiving in Boston
Thanksgiving week in Boston starts early and ends late. Whether you’re hitting an official crawl on Wednesday or making your own route through Seaport and Southie, this Drinksgiving guide covers the city’s best 21-plus nights out.
AT-A-GLANCE
- Neighborhoods: Seaport, South Boston, Back Bay, Fenway, Cambridge, North End
- MBTA: Red, Green, Silver, and Orange Lines connect all routes
- Price tiers: $$–$$$ (expect cover plus cocktails)
- Hours: Thanksgiving Eve and the weekend that follows (Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights most open until 1 or 2 a.m.)
- Access: 21+ only, valid ID required
- Updated: October 2025
1. Official Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl — Faneuil Hall
Thanksgiving Eve remains the city’s busiest night out, and the official Faneuil Hall crawl offers the simplest way to cover multiple bars without planning stops. Wristbands include entry to six venues from 6 to 11 p.m. and give line-skipping privileges at some doors. Start near The Wild Rover and rotate between Sissy K’s, Hong Kong Boston, and The Bell in Hand. Arrive early to avoid long waits and to take advantage of early drink specials.
- Price: Ticket prices vary; advance purchase recommended.
- When: Wednesday, November 26, 6–11 p.m.
- MBTA: Green or Orange Line, Haymarket
- Accessibility: Street-level entrances, moderate crowding
- Purchase tickets here.
2. Seaport to South Boston — Waterfront to Late Night
A few Silver Line stops separate Seaport lounges from South Boston dives, which makes this route ideal for a night that starts polished and ends relaxed. Begin with cocktails at bartaco or Lookout Rooftop for skyline views, then shift to Lincoln Tavern once the Seaport crowd thins. The contrast keeps the energy high without the lines that build downtown.
- Price: Ticket prices vary; advance purchase recommended.
- When: Wednesday through Saturday, 5 p.m.–1 a.m.
- MBTA: Silver Line Courthouse to Broadway
- Accessibility: Elevators in Seaport, ground-level entries in South Boston
5. Fenway and Faneuil Hall — Game Night to Live Music
Fenway’s sports bars are already in motion before dark, so it pays to start there. Game On! and Bleacher Bar are strong choices for groups who want volume and screens. Afterward, take the Green Line toward downtown and stop at The Black Rose, where live bands and traditional pints carry the night. The mix of noise and history makes this route popular with visiting friends and locals alike.
- Price: Ticket prices vary; advance purchase recommended.
- When: Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m.–1 a.m.
- MBTA: Green Line Kenmore to Government Center
- Accessibility: Mostly level entries, narrow aisles in older pubs
5. Thanksgiving Eve Bash — Lansdowne Pub (Fenway)
One of Fenway’s most consistent pre-holiday parties, the Lansdowne Bash mixes live music, themed cocktails, and no-cover entry before 9 p.m. Expect a packed house by midnight and a lively post-show scene around the block. With its signature Irish-pub energy and central location, Lansdowne remains one of the most reliable stops for Drinksgiving celebrations.
- Price: Ticket prices vary; advance purchase recommended.
- When: Wednesday, November 26, 6 p.m.–2 a.m.
- MBTA: Green Line Kenmore
- Accessibility: Street-level entrance, moderate crowding
- Purchase tickets here.
6. Black Friday Wind-Down — Hotel Bars and Lounges
When the crowds fade, a quieter round is the right move. Liberty Lobby Bar in Beacon Hill, W Lounge downtown, and The Envoy Rooftop in Seaport stay open through the weekend and attract a slower, post-crawl crowd. These spots trade noise for comfort with cushioned seating and smaller cocktail lists that fit the pace of the weekend.
- Price: Ticket prices vary; advance purchase recommended.
- When: Thursday through Saturday, 8 p.m.–late
- MBTA: Red Line Charles/MGH or South Station
- Accessibility: Elevators and restrooms onsite