Check out our latest blog on fun things to do around Roslindale, JP, and Brookline and how you can cap off a great weekend with easy and free parking at Distracting Brewing Company’s taproom!
At Distraction Brewing Company, we’re here to provide you great craft brews, good vibes, and fun local activities to get you properly distracted when visiting Boston. Outside of the main hub, there are many hidden gems throughout Boston to enjoy the New England weather and other recreational activity.
Consider venturing out to some of our local neighborhoods for some awesome, off-the-beaten path fun. Just a bit south of Boston check out some of the cool spots in Roslindale (Rozzie), Jamaica Plain (JP), and Brookline for seasonal recreation, unique experiences, and lots of vibrant dining options.
And to cap off your weekend or leisure, visit Distraction Brewing Company for local craft beer passionately brewed and served in our Roslindale taproom! Additionally, we have ample parking options which is normally a challenge visiting anywhere in Boston. Scroll down to our parking options section or visit our parking page if you want to find options right away.
You can check out our parking options, here!
Great fall weekend activities and cool ideas for leisure around Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, and Brookline:
Looking for some fun seasonal activities around Rozzie, JP, and Brookline? Here are just a few great ideas for leisure that provide a more authentic, local visit for anyone visiting Boston:
Seasonal Distractions in Brookline, MA
· As mentioned in our previous blog, you can check out the Larz Anderson Auto Museum if you’re a car enthusiast and want to check out some classic cars in a casual setting.
· Walk, bike, or jog along the Emerald Necklace along many paths that connect to other neighborhoods for a fun way to explore the city.
· Explore landmarks via a walking tour or visit Harvard Street for some local shopping and dining.
· Find casual to upscale dining options that include a lot of diverse and authentic international cuisine.
Seasonal Distractions in Jamacia Plain, MA
· Bike, walk, (and depending on the time of year you can even sail) on the Jamaica Pond with accessible paths for a mild hike or a challenging jog for runners.
· Explore Centre Street for shopping and eating options as well as the JP Open Studios to look at local artists’ new work.
· Check out other local businesses and shops, as well as street festivals every now and then, in Hyde Square.
· Explore local green spaces and scenic views at the Arnold Arboretum.
Seasonal Distractions in Roslindale, MA
· You can also visit the Arnold Arboretum in Rozzie! The Arboretum is a large greenery space that extends into both JP and Rozzie. Have a picnic or walk through lush and refreshing green spaces. Also go to Peter’s Hill where you can see the full Boston skyline!
· Explore Roslindale Village (where Distraction is located!) with small shops, cafes, and dining options.
· Take part in community activities, events, and farmer’s markets (depending on season) at Adams Park right in the heart of Roslindale.
· Check out some of the local murals and community art installations, as well as small business expos on Birch Street
Easy parking options and seasonal brews at Distraction Brewing Company
End your day with some seasonal craft brews at Distraction Brewing Company including our pumpkin spice wheat ale, cranberry French farmhouse ale, and our Oktoberfest, with other brews coming out soon. Visiting Distraction Brewing is easy with ample parking options across the street from our local brewery. These include the following:
Distraction Brewing Company Parking Options
1. Adjacent to Roslindale Medical Center is a municipal lot with ample parking as well as weekend parking. The municipal lot is only a minute walk from our brewery!
2. The MBTA Commuter Rail lot is also available for patrons that need to find additional parking if other lots are full or street parking is limited. Even if you’re not taking the MBTA you can still park there for a few hours as prices are only $2 for weekdays and $4 for the weekend.
3. Parking is also available for free across the street from St. Necatarios Greek Orthodox Church. This has less spots than the other two options, but is usually available throughout the week.
4. Cohasset Street also has parking spaces behind the old Bank of America building/thrift shop as well.
