Venues & Event Spaces near Dorchester, MA

“Threw a very informal birthday party for my girlfriend here and the staff was accommodating and helpful to the utmost. The facilities were clean and everything went perfectly well with the bowling.”

“We had Rachel as our gamemaster. She was very good and helpful. She askwd how we wanted our hints and gave helpful clues. The puzzles and room were well desgin and challenging. We did the Witching hour. They also have printed copies of of group photo which is great.
Note: To find the store, you go into a building and walk up to the 2nd floor. It shard a building with other vendors.”

“We hosted an event at Bayside Harbor View, and it was nothing short of outstanding! The venue is absolutely beautiful with stunning views, making it the perfect setting for any occasion. The Owner was extremely professional throughout the entire process, ensuring everything went smoothly and exceeded our expectations. The attention to detail and level of service provided truly made our event a memorable experience. We will definitely be back to host another event at this amazing venue! Highly recommend!”

“I am so grateful to have found Musicians Playground (MP)! After 25 years of doing little more than singing very loudly in the privacy of my own car, when for many years prior to that music was the majority of my identity, I rediscovered a part of myself that had been dormant, and it has brought me so much joy!

I think it’s easy as an adult to fall into routines that are mostly just productive and it can be scary to do something with the intention of just adding more joy to your life. Also, it’s really hard to meet new people as a working adult.

When I first called to find out more information about MP, a lot of things in my life had just shifted and I really needed to do something for myself. I wanted to be passionate about something other than my job (I’m a former speech pathologist and current special education team chair)! I was looking to get back into music, but I was also looking for connection. Seek and ye shall find!!

If I’m being honest, I was very nervous about the whole thing at first. It felt like a huge risk! Alyssa, the owner, assured me that MP was a community of adults enjoying music together. She sounded awfully serious though, even though I now know she’s just a highly trained musically talented goofball, and I worried. Would I be good enough? Would I fit in? Would it be worth it? Yes! Yes! And yes!

What lovely people, from every walk of life! What amazingly talented, engaging teachers! How remarkable to find a place where you can be true to yourself and have that authenticity mirrored by everyone around! What a wonderful sense of belonging! MP has increased my quality of life by leaps and bounds! Not only am I having so much fun in my private (voice with Tima, she’s unreal!) and group lessons (voice hits and piano fundamentals and band with Tima, Alyssa and Anika, literal rock stars!), I’ve had the unexpected pleasure of really loving learning new technique/skills (voice and piano) to the point that I am scheduling others that I’m gonna be starting soon (guitar).

Hey, if this chick, can sing with a band in front of an audience and have a blast doing it, then you can give MP a try! I truly cannot recommend Musicians Playground more highly!”

“I attended the Materials Research Society (MRS) international conference, which focuses on materials science. This annual conference is held at this venue. The facility includes a spacious area for large corporate exhibition booths. All floors are accessible via escalators, and there are numerous conference rooms available for presentations. December 2024.”

“I held my pre-wedding event (Gaye Holud - traditional Bangladeshi event) at the Tirrell room without ever seeing the venue - and I absolutely LOVED the venue + team. The venue was extremely spacious and let in lots of natural light - the renovations are beautiful. And the team was just incredible to work with - Amy was there for me whenever I needed her help and always ensured I was taken care of throughout the whole planning process. Truly my favorite vendor from all of my events :) Thank you so much Amy & the Tirrell Room team ??”

“The Boston Tea Party & Museum is an absolute gem! The all-you-can-drink tea, featuring all the varieties from the famous tea bricks tossed overboard, was a delightful experience. The museum is packed with loads of fascinating history and is situated in a great location. The gift shop is abundant with unique and interesting items. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Boston!”

“An outstanding venue! We have never seen a bad show here. The acoustics are excellent, and the choice of performers is world class. We lived down the street from Berklee when I was in my 30s (we have since moved), but each time we visit Boston, we make a point of seeing something at the Berklee performance center. And it is always the highlight of our trip!!
The latest performance we saw was in March of this year and featured Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten, and Bass Extremes. The room was vibrating with energy. So fortunate to have this performance center and the school itself in Boston.
Brava!”

“Incredible space for music and creativity. Wednesday night variety show at 10pm is magical. I go there weekly to perform and be with my creative friends. Never a dull moment at the Lilypad.”

“Great location for a visit to boston, midway between Back Bay and the North End, close to the Common. Convenient to the Freedom Trail and Beacon Hill. Luxury linens and friendly service. Exceptionally clean. We would definitely stay here again. Didn't use the gym,but we appreciated the bottled water and snacks in our room. Also, having a fridge in the room is a game changer.
I used the robe and slippers provided. I only wish there were more hooks for hanging the robe and towels! Only one towel bar didn't seem like enough. Also the partial shower door resulted in water on the floor every time we showered. We loved the motion-activated low blue lights that came on in the bathroom in the middle of the night. What a great idea!

We had a premium king with windows overlooking the street in front of the hotel. Always nice to have natural light.

The bar was always crowded, perhaps because they seem to give everyone free drink tickets when they arrive (wine and beer only). The coffee shop adjacent to the lobby is excellent but always had a line.

My other complaint is a lack of streaming apps. Only spotify and you tube were available. Would have been nice to have Amazon prime and Netflix so we could have had viewing options from our phones.

Overall, a great hotel.”

“Great venue. Attended Smut Slam recently, and the acceptance by the community was amazing to see. The Cafe is awesome. Wide selection and great, friendly service.”

“Reviewing the spa. Every detail matters, from the moment you enter the spa, the slippers you slide into, the herbal tea you drink before stepping into the steam room, to the attentive masseuse who ensures you get a unique massage experience. Worth every dollar you spend.”

“Angela, Katie and the whole crew were absolutely phenomenal for our wedding this past Friday. The decor was lovely, they fully bought in on our Alice in Wonderland theme with all the greenery. Made space for dancefloor viewing. . On Point bartender whose name I didn't get but wish I had. Even when our cake vendor did not deliver our cake, Angela made sure that my guests still had cake and verified my (bride) favorite cake was there. My guests were none-the-wiser. The food was delicious, we had a large gluten free guest list and that was so good that the fully gluten free menu we chose made it so we did not have to compromise in any way. I cannot rave enough about their service and the space exudes class. Will post photos when I get them from the photographer.”

“We had our Valentines Day Wedding at The Endicott Estate! It was a small wedding, no more than 40 guests. It was perfect!We hired an outside caterer and bar service because the Estate does not offer that service. We also hired The Jest Murder Mystery Co. for our entertainment - which was a big hit! All of our guests loved this!The house is stunning. We didn't spend a dime on decorations simply because the house was such a perfect backdrop for photos. The Estate staff is very nice and very accommodating.Advice:You are renting just the house for a short time, plan accordingly. I highly recommend using a Day of Coordinator and plan to visit the Estate with them and your photographer prior to the event.”

“We had our wedding reception here this past weekend. I can’t say enough good things. Venue is lovely with a mahogany framed room for the cocktail hour. Very Boston Brahmin and classy. The Ballroom for our dinner and dancing was elegant. Service was impeccable, passed hors d’oeuvres and buffet were outstanding. Planning, communication and coordination ahead of time was all that you could hope for. I highly recommend for your next function.”

“I was a tenant at Boston Offices from 2018 through 2024 any my experience was exceptional. Each staff member with whom I interacted was helpful and professional. The facilities were clean and well-maintained - I never had even the slightest hesitation about hosting meetings there. Pricing was competitive, especially considering the services included. I highly recommend Boston Offices and would most certainly rent office space here again.”

“I love photographing weddings at the Bradley Estate! It’s this tucked away little gem of a wedding venue. Eleanor Cabot Bradley lived there starting in 1945 and it’s now a Trustees property open to the public. They can accommodate 80 guests inside the mansion or 180 under the tent. Around every corner is a beautiful piece of history that makes for a great backdrop for photos.”

“If I could give 1,000 stars I would!! Oceanview is such a beautiful venue and its staff is beyond accommodating and professional. I never had a single worry about my special day and everything came together more perfectly than I ever could have imagined. All of our guests said it was the best/most fun wedding they have ever been to. This is due to the organization of the staff and beautiful space and vendors that they offer in the full package. Highly recommend for your special day or any event. Thanks again, OV!!”

“Very nice boutique hotel. I would definitely stay there again.

Nearby activities: I was in town for the Celtics home opener. TD Garden is across the street from the hotel.

Walkability: See above. There are plenty of restaurants and access to the subway nearby.”

“The MIT Endicott House in Dedham, MA is a beautiful meeting space. It offers spacious rooms, smart TV's (in the Brook House space), breakout rooms, meeting supplies and so much more.The staff is very professional with a focus on meeting and exceeding customer needs. The plated lunch is delicious offering the opportunity to network with business colleagues in a beautiful setting.The location is also easy to get to with close proximity to I95.I highly recommend it if you are looking for meeting space in the Greater Boston area!!”

“What a nice hall. Had my grandmother's 95th birthday party there and was great. Loretta is very accommodating and helped make it a great event. The bartenders Ryan and Judy went above and beyond to make the night a success. Will be spreading the word to people to hold their events at the lodge.”

“We recently had our daughters 4th birthday party here and I can't say enough good things about this place and the staff. It's a hidden gem, very clean and well maintained. Also very spacious. All play toys and equipments work and are in perfect condition. The venue is quite beautiful too - gorgeous ceilings! The owner Brian is very responsive and accommodating and also the onsite staff is very warm and helpful. All the kids loved it there, we will definitely be going back for open play soon.”

“The Somerville Sports Club (SSC) is located in the Union Square area of Somerville. It has a beautiful hall that can accommodate approximately 100 guests. The club also has a kitchen and bar area downstairs that serves meals daily. You can rent the catering services of the club or bring your own.”

“Great stay, the best Residence Inn I’ve ever been to, front desk staff is amazing, ask for MICHAEL he is very helpful and kind professional. House Keeping staff is very clean.. breakfast has good options.. overall stay was great, definitely coming back soon! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Last time I was here was 2008. There was a view of the harbor, now, it's blocked by very tall buildings and more are being built. Two new ones maybe 30 floors each being built in front of the North end main entrance. Otherwise, this is a stunning place. We were attending a volleyball tourney with 90 courts, 600 teams on a 3 day event. The is plenty of parking ranging from a garage to outdoor parking. Price I paid was $6 above ground but had to walk 15 min to the convention center. Prices can exceed 50 bucks. A car is best to get around vs a large pickup or Suburban. Food court inside was a let down. So we walked to a local restaurant. Awesome dinner.”

“Pros: Neat and well-managed. The food is better than the Boston branch. Pet-friendly building!Cons: I was surprised that the cleaner and the people here didn't recycle and just threw away the trash.10 % increase every year.”

“Wonderful wonderful. Rema is a gift herself as is the rest of the employees. They need to be commended for their outstanding and above and beyond enthusiasm and performances.”

“This is a beautiful venue that can be rented for weddings or parties and has such a beautiful, European feel- with large cobblestones and archways. The estate has a lot of well maintained land- with huge tent for outdoor parties. The pictures withh be worth their weight in gold - it would be hard to get a bad picture here- it's so pretty. Patrick is the cartaker- and his attention to detail and keeping everything in the Mansion & grounds in the most authentic form. You won't be disappointed!!”

“This location is part of the Freedom Tour and your ticket here is also good for entrance to the Old State House, too.

There was an audio tour available if you scan the QR code.”