The Anchor Boston in Charlestown Navy Yard Summer & Fall Events

The Anchor is Boston's most unique destination for drinks, events, and entertainment. MORE THAN JUST A BEER GARDEN: The Anchor is an all-ages gathering space that is complemented by an inclusive and dynamic programming and events calendar, public art, youth initiatives, and complimentary public amenities. Nestled just 20 feet from the oceanfront, The Anchor is Boston’s only two-story public gathering space and open-air beer garden, featuring panoramic vistas of the harbor, waterfront, and downtown skyline. All ages welcome and always open to the public! THE ANCHOR'S SEPTEMBER EVENT SCHEDULE: Watch Wednesday&nbsp;@ The Anchor<ul><li>Our Anchor team is excited to announce the return of one of our favorite programs - Watch Wednesdays for this summer season. The Anchor’s open-air courtyard is the best place to lay back and enjoy your favorite flicks all summer long.</li><li>Join us for our weekly movie night starting @ 7 PM. As always, our programs are always free and open to the public of all ages!</li><li>With our comfortable lounge seating, free-standing tables, and bar it is a great place to relax. All with views of Boston from the Charlestown Naval Yard. Enjoy delicious food and beverage options while you watch at The Anchor's full bar and kitchen - open daily until 11 pm!</li><li>September 18th: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-dirty-dancing-charlestown-1005609" target="_blank">Dirty Dancing</a> </li><li>September 25th: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-rudy-charlestown-1005608" target="_blank">Rudy</a> </li><li>October 2nd: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-scooby-doo-charlestown-1005607" target="_blank">Scooby Doo</a> </li><li>October 9th: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-ghostbusters-charlestown-1005606" target="_blank">Ghostbusters</a></li><li>October 16th: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-hocus-pocus-charlestown-1005605" target="_blank">Hocus Pocus</a> </li><li>October 23th: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-beetlejuice-charlestown-1005604" target="_blank">Beetlejuice</a></li><li>October 30th: <a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/watch-wednesday-the-anchor-movie-series-halloween-mike-myers-charlestown-1005603" target="_blank">Halloween (Mike Myers)</a></li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/saborcito-the-anchor-salsa-bachata-dancing-06-13-22-charlestown-383535" target="_blank">Saborcito&nbsp;@ The Anchor Salsa &amp; Bachata Dancing</a><ul><li>Every Monday&nbsp;@ 6pm (Free salsa/bachata class&nbsp;@ 6pm, social at 7pm)</li><li>Your friends at The Anchor Boston, Sabor Latino, Salsa y Control and DJ Hernan bring fun free Dance class: Saborcito at The Anchor. Saborcito At the Anchor is a dance class/ dance party hosted at the beautiful Anchor Boston.</li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/nd-football-watch-party--3-charlestown-1004060" target="_blank">Notre Dame Football Watch Party</a><ul><li>Join Us Each Week to watch the Fighting Irish Football Team take on their Opponents Northern Illinois at The Anchor! All Season long we will be streaming the games live on our big screen. Cold brews, house-smoke specials, and the best waterfront game watch spot in the city. Free and Open to the Public-Go Irish!</li><li>September 7th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/nd-football-watch-party--2-charlestown-1004059" target="_blank">Notre Dame vs. Northern Illinois</a> </li><li>September 14th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/nd-football-watch-party--3-charlestown-1004060" target="_blank">Notre Dame vs. Purdue</a> </li><li>September 21st:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/nd-football-watch-party--4-charlestown-1004061" target="_blank">Notre Dame vs. Miami (Ohio)</a> </li><li>September 28th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/nd-football-watch-party--5-charlestown-1004062" target="_blank">Notre Dame vs. Stanford</a> </li></ul>Sunday Funny Day<ul><li>Every Sunday, 7:30PM&nbsp;Seating, 8PM Show</li><li>Join us for our weekly stand-up comedy series in Charlestown's only open-air, two-story performing arts venue and beer and wine garden.</li><li>Every Sunday, we welcome some of Boston's funniest with an MC, feature, and headliner each week plus special guests!</li><li>September 8th: Featuring - Andrew Della Volpe</li><li><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/sunday-funny-day-featuring-kevin-turner-charlestown-1000935" target="_blank">September 15th: Featuring - Kevin Turner</a></li><li><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/sunday-funny-day-featuring-mo-mussa--2-charlestown-1000937" target="_blank">September 22nd: Featuring - Mo Mussa</a></li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/wood-signs-paint-party-the-anchor-charlestown-1001255" target="_blank">Wood Signs Paint Party&nbsp;@ The Anchor</a><ul><li>Tuesday September 10th 6:30pm-7:30pm</li><li>The JJ Artworks team will guide you through this freestyle event where you can paint in The Anchor Boston's beautiful waterfront setting. We will provide all the supplies- including the rocks, paint, brushes and more!</li><li>Join The Anchor team and JJArtworks for a different art-themed event each month!</li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/pour-art-fluid-acrylics-pop-up-the-anchor-boston-460956" target="_blank">Pour Art/Fluid Acrylics Pop-Up&nbsp;@ The Anchor</a><ul><li>Tuesday September 17th 6:30pm - 8:30pm (once a month)</li><li>Get creative with The Anchor's craft Tuesdays. Not your average paint night pop-up, led by local beloved artist @RahimGrayArt who will teach you how to create your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Located at The Anchor Boston with beautiful waterfront and skyline views, Rahim will educate you on unique paint pouring techniques, the intricacies of color behavior, tips and tricks to mixing paint, and more. Creating a painting without a paintbrush = "Pour Art" All the tools you need are provided for you including canvas, gloves, paint, and more. With drink in one hand, paint in the other, come unleash your creative side!</li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/yappy-hour-the-anchor-charlestown-454607" target="_blank">Yappy Hour</a><ul><li>Wednesday September 25th 5:00pm-8:00pm</li><li>Our Anchor team is SO excited to welcome back our four-legged friends this season. We can think of no better way to celebrate than by bringing back one of our favorite events. Join us on June 26th from 5 - 8 pm for Yappy Hour @ The Anchor in collaboration with Red Dog Resort and Spa and Charlestown Dogs.</li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/waterfront-wellness-series-zumba-charlestown-460998" target="_blank">Waterfront Wellness Series: Zumba</a><ul><li>Every Monday&nbsp;@ 6pm</li><li>Join Nicole LaHoz of the Charlestown YMCA every Monday!</li><li>This full body, dance fitness party will get your heart rate pumping to Latin and world music. Following easy-to-learn dance choreography, this cardio-based workout will leave you sweating and smiling! As always, this class is free and open to the public. Gather at 6:00pm - class starts at 6:15pm</li></ul>Friday Night Fitness - Bootcamp with Sam Amado of Weigh Better U<ul><li>Every Friday&nbsp;@ 6pm</li><li>Join us every Friday at 6pm for a total body workout that can be tailored to any level of fitness. Workouts incorporate equipment such as dumbbells, steppers, kettle bells and weighted slam balls provided by Weigh Better U. Workouts will vary week to week, incorporating resistance exercises, aerobic movements and, body weight training. The energy is enhanced with fun upbeat music and beautiful views of the harbor from Boston’s historic Navy Yard. Bring your own hydration, sunblock and, sweat towel if needed!</li></ul><a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/outdoor-line-dancing-featuring-lexi-james-and-wildheart-charlestown-1001102" target="_blank">Outdoor Line Dancing Featuring Lexi James &amp; Wildheart</a><ul><li>Friday September 27th@ 6pm (lesson at 6pm, social at 7pm)</li><li>Introducing one of The Anchor's newest outdoor dance programs! Starting June 14th, you can join our Anchor team, Lexi James of 603 Line Dancing and Wildheart for a night of live country music and line dancing on the Boston Harbor.</li></ul>Pats Watch Party<ul><li>Every Sunday when the&nbsp;Patriots Play!</li><li>Join Us Each Week to watch the Pats take on their Opponents at The Anchor! All Season long we will be streaming the games live on our big screen. Cold brews, house-smoke specials, and the best waterfront game watch spot in the city.</li><li>Free and Open to the Public- We hope to see you there!</li><li>September 8th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/patriots-watch-party--3-charlestown-1005071" target="_blank">Patriots vs. Bengals Watch Party</a> </li><li>September 15th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/patriots-watch-party--4-charlestown-1005072" target="_blank">Patriots vs. Seahawks Watch Party</a> </li><li>September 19th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/patriots-watch-party--5-charlestown-1005073" target="_blank">Patriots vs. Seahawks Watch Party</a> </li><li>September 29th:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joyraft.com/event/patriots-watch-party--6-charlestown-1005074" target="_blank">Patriots vs. Seahawks Watch Party</a> </li></ul>Boston Ravers Open Air&nbsp;<ul><li>September 29th, 2024</li><li>4pm - 11pm (once a month)</li></ul>

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