What's Up This Weekend - November 4-6
Gingerbread houses, classic rock, movies, and pizza that you must try before you die. Here are some options if you're looking for something different to do this weekend.
Boston Christmas Festival
November 4-6
It's Christmas this weekend at the Seaport World Trade Center. The 30th Annual Boston Christmas Festival moves in from Friday through Sunday. You'll find the work of more than 300 American craftsmen, offering fashions, jewelry, home goods, handcrafted holiday décor and more. Make sure to check out the Gingerbread House Competition. Adult admission is $13 with the online coupon, and kids get in free. INFO AND TICKETS: bostonchristmasfestival.com
Boston International Kids Film Festival
November 3-6
This annual festival of films made for kids and by kids returns this Thursday through Sunday. You can watch full length feature films, film shorts, meet directors and attend hands-on workshops for the next generation of filmmakers. The festival is back for its fourth year, with events in both Arlington and Somerville. The showings are divided by appropriate ages, and while most require tickets, some are free. INFO AND TICKETS: bikff.org
Can't Miss Pizza
If you're looking to try something new for dinner, Phantom Gourmet says you can't miss with these Great 8 spots for pizza. Neapolitan, Sicilian, Bar Pies and more. No matter how you slice it, finding the perfect pizza has become Phantom Gourmet's life mission. WATCH THE GREAT 8
Classic Rock In Lynn
November 6
Roll back to the mid-70s when The Joker and Rock'n Me were lighting up the charts. Steve Miller Band is performing at the Lynn Auditorium Sunday night. As of this writing, there were still tickets available. INFO AND TICKETS: lynnauditorium.com
Girls Day at MIT Museum
November 5
Twice each year there is a special day dedicated to girls. It's a celebration of women in science, technology, engineering and math. This weekend's theme is The Secret Life of Robots, complete with hands on activities. MIT students and professional engineers will talk about why they chose robotics and how they use robots in their work. The event is designed for ages 10+. MORE INFO: mitmuseum.mit.edu
Opening This Weekend: TROLLS
Ever since that catchy Justin Timberlake song came out this spring, the buzz has been about Trolls. He and Anna Kendrick star in the long-awaited animated film inspired by those fad toys of the 1960s. TRAILER AND SHOWTIMES
COMING SOON, SO GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: Boston Ballet's Nutcracker
