{"id":2043,"date":"2022-11-16T07:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-16T07:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/grad-life\/?p=2043"},"modified":"2023-04-26T17:01:14","modified_gmt":"2023-04-26T17:01:14","slug":"winter-fun-in-boston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websites.emerson.edu\/grad-life\/2022\/11\/16\/winter-fun-in-boston\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Fun in Boston"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Whether you\u2019re planning fun adventures for winter break or looking for a study break before the finals rush, there are lots of fun winter activities in Boston! Layer up and beat those winter blues by braving the outdoors and exploring what the city has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ice Skating <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re an ice skating expert or a novice looking to learn, there are several outdoor ice rinks open throughout Boston. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take the opportunity to get outside and enjoy the fresh air at the Boston Common\u2019s Frog Pond<\/a> <\/strong>or Kendall Square Rink<\/a> <\/strong>in Cambridge. Maybe even stop by the Rink at 401 Park<\/a> <\/strong>between Trillium Brewing and Time Out Market (both great spots to check out too!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All the city\u2019s outdoor rinks<\/a> <\/strong>offer pricing for visitors with their own skates, as well as rental rates. Many offer student discounts, so be sure to bring your Emerson ID along with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Holiday Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No matter what holidays you\u2019re celebrating over winter break, everyone can enjoy the vast array of light displays across the city<\/a>. <\/strong>The light shows we list here are free and up through the New Year, so you\u2019ll still have time to see the lights after finals are over. Below are some highlights of the city\u2019s many light shows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n