What's Buzzing in Boston this Summer

Summer is buzzing in Boston—school’s out, the Red Sox’s 81-game season is in full swing (pun intended), Fenway’s annual Summer Concert Series is back and better than ever, Boston’s first-ever Blue Ribbon Sushi is set to become the newest neighborhood destination, and city explorations can be enjoyed by land or sea!

Whether planning a summer road trip or city staycation, look no further than spirited independent luxury hotel, Hotel Commonwealth, as your Boston homebase.

Here are this summer’s top Boston experiences:

Immersive Red Sox Experiences: Located just steps away from iconic Fenway Park, it’s only fitting that the Official Hotel of the Boston Red Sox offers themed guest accommodations and exclusive game packages, including the new “Family of Fans” experience. When booking any one of the hotel’s six Red Sox packages, guests will receive tickets to a home game, luxe guest accommodations, and a variety of exclusive game-day experiences. The Fenway Park Suite and Baseball Suite boast prime views of Fenway and features curated Red Sox memorabilia.

Tune-In to the Summer Concert Series: After kicking off the annual Fenway Summer Concert Series in June with a performance from rock’n’roll legend, Paul McCartney, the live music series includes a star-studded lineup featuring Zac Brown Band, Def Leppard & Mötley Crüe, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Aerosmith, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more. Immerse yourself in a music-lovers experience by booking Hotel Commonwealth’s rock’n’roll-inspired Rathskeller Suite, where luxury meets a “band on tour” aesthetic complete with music memorabilia, a state-of-the-art Bose sound system, real life guitars, and more.

Grab a Bite at Blue Ribbon Sushi Boston: Situated on Hotel Commonwealth’s doorstep, the renowned Blue Ribbon Restaurants celebrates the debut of Blue Ribbon Sushi Boston—the first of three brand-new culinary destinations from the restaurant group to open in Boston this year. The new neighborhood spot welcomes visitors and locals alike to indulge in fresh, Japanese inspired cuisine in the heart of Kenmore Square.

One if by Land, Two if by Sea: There are endless adventures to be had all across the city and one of the best ways to see the city is by way of the Charles River, including Boston’s iconic Duck Tour, an amphibious, World War II-style “Duck Boat” that transforms to land or sea; and sailing or kayaking excursions through Community Boating, offering water adventures since 1946 (the oldest public sailing organization in the U.S.!). Those booking Hotel Commonwealth’s Make Way For The Duck Tour package will enjoy two Duck Tour tickets, a $10 Uber credit, an overnight stay in a spacious guest room. In partnership with Community Boating, guests at Hotel Commonwealth can see the city from a whole new perspective with kayak rides on the Charles River!