Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States, with a rich history and a recognizable accent all its own. For visitors and residents alike, there are usually many things to do in this coastal city year-round. November is no exception, during which Boston features entertainment opportunities for sports fans, families, foodies and more.
Basketball fans in Boston should rejoice in the fall. Every year, the October pre-season gives way to the regular season, which gets into full swing in November. There are usually five or more home games during the month, taking place on weekends and weeknights. In 2010, tickets cost from $100 to $300 and more for the best seats in the house; tickets are on sale months in advance of each game. All home games take place at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston.
The Boston Celtics--Home Games
TD Banknorth Garden
100 Legends Way
Boston, MA 02114-1300
1-866-4CELTIX
nba.com/celtics
Located on the Boston Common, one of America's oldest parks, The Frog Pond is frozen over and turned into an ice-skating rink every year. Opening in November and closing in March, skating on this pond has become a tradition for Boston residents and regular visitors. The Pond is usually open for skating from 10:00 am until about 9:00 or 10:00 pm all week long, and guests over 13 can skate for $4 a person in 2010. For children 13 and under, skating is free. There are also ice-skates and locker rentals nearby for an additional fee, and many neighborhood restaurants that can serve skaters who have worked up an appetite. Skating lessons and birthday parties are also available.
Boston Common Frog Pond--Ice Skating
84 Beacon Street,
Boston, MA 02108
617-635-2120
bostoncommonfrogpond.org
Another Boston tradition, the Boston Ballet puts on an annual production of the Nutcracker each year. The show begins in late November and typically runs throughout the month of December. The first performances typically start the weekend after Thanksgiving. The Boston Ballet is one of the most acclaimed ballet troupes in the country, and they perform this holiday classic in the historic Boston Opera House each year. In 2010, tickets cost anywhere from $35 to about $200 for the best seats.
Opera House
539 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
617-695-6955
bostonballet.org
For those in Boston on Thanksgiving Day who don't like to cook, there are many culinary adventures to be had on this national holiday. One of the biggest Thanksgiving feasts is a decadent buffet held each year at Parker's Restaurant, located in the Omni Parker House Hotel in the city's downtown area. This historic restaurant features a buffet, complete with pate, calamari, honey-glazed ham, steak, portobello bisque, pies, pastries, truffles and, of course, turkey. In 2010, the buffet cost about $52 for adults and $19 for children 12 and younger. Interested guests should make a reservation well in advance by calling the number below.
Parker's Restaurant
60 School Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02108
617-725-1600
omnihotels.com/findahotel/bostonparkerhouse/dining.aspx
