Marathon Weekend Festivities at Lyrik Back Bay, Boston [04/16/26]

Spring has sprung at Lyrik, Back Bay's newest destination on Boylston Street, and it's arriving just in time for marathon weekend. Daffodils are blooming, the meerkat sculptures are out, and the neighborhood is packed with ways to celebrate, from wellness experiences and shakeout runs to limited-edition coffee collabs and a Marathon Monday bar takeover.

MARATHON WEEKEND FESTIVITIES:

Brooks Hyperion House Boston Popup Thu 4/16 – Mon 4/20

Brooks Running has popped up at Lyrik for a full Marathon Weekend, with shakeout runs, athlete appearances, exclusive giveaways, complimentary drinks, and fun surprises throughout. Cap it all off on Marathon Monday with the Mile 27 post-marathon party, complete with finisher tattoos, bib gold foiling, and a well-earned celebration.

Brooks Running x George Howell: Limited-Edition ‘Mile Marker’ Coffee Thu 4/16 – Sun 4/20

Head to George Howell at Lyrik for a limited-edition bev, Mile Marker, a frozen orange coffee creamsicle inspired by the legendary frappuccino recipe George sold to Starbuck. And if you’re a runner, you can get 10% off at all George Howell cafés this weekend as well.

Seaav's Boston Marathon Wellness Experience Sat 4/18

Seaav, the sustainable activewear brand making waves with ocean-bound plastic and coral reef restoration, is throwing a Marathon Weekend wellness morning at Lyrik with 360 views of the finish line. Expect Pilates, a wellness social hour, and good company whether you're racing, cheering, or just looking for a fun Saturday morning plan. Get your ticket now and join in on the festivities.

Merai Bar Marathon Monday Party & Bar Takeover at Bubble Bath Mon 4/20

If you're not running the Marathon but want to feel the celebratory energy, head to one of Boston’s best rooftops: Bubble Bath. Chef Tiffani Faison's rooftop bar at citizenM is teaming up with Merai and Plantation Rum for a Marathon Monday takeover with live DJ sets, a caviar cart, and skyline views where you can soak in the city's electric energy all day long.

OTHER EXCITING HAPPENINGS: Marathon Weekend marks a big moment for Lyrik with two highly anticipated restaurant openings joining the neighborhood just in time for the celebration.

Rosa y Marigold Opening opening day Wed 4/15

The team behind Celeste opens their first Boston restaurant at Lyrik this week, named in tribute to late Nobel Prize-winning poet Louise Glück. Open all day including lunch, don't sleep on this one.

Avra Estiatorio Opening opening day Wed 4/15

The iconic Greek seafood spot from NYC, LA, Miami, and Dallas finally lands in Boston. Fresh seafood, olive oil, sea salt, good vibes.

PLACES AT LYRIK BACK BAY

Lyrik is right in the middle of it all. Steps from Newbury Street's iconic shopping and dining, the Charles River Esplanade where the spring blooms are peak right now, and Fenway Park where the Red Sox are in full swing, there's no better place to be planted in Boston this Marathon Weekend.

Food & drinks:

Shopping:

Rivian

Stay:

citizenM Boston Back Bay

Hangout:

While you're here, the Lyrik plaza is the perfect spot to take it all in – a two-level outdoor space right above the Mass Pike with seating, seasonal programming, and some of the best sunset views in Back Bay. Plus, check out Lyrik’s 30-foot sculpture, Double Heart by Gaetano Pesce during your visit.

HOW TO GET TO LYRIK BACK BAY

By T: Hop off at Hynes Convention Center on the Green Line and you're basically there.
By car: Head to 1001 Boylston Street for the Lyrik garage, with valet available nights and weekends. Alternate parking nearby at Somerset Garage, Haviland Street Garage, Hynes Auditorium Garage, and 200 Newbury Garage.
By bike: Ride in along Commonwealth Ave or Mass Ave, both bike-friendly, and grab a Bluebikes at the station nearby.
On foot: Stroll down Newbury Street to Mass Ave and you'll find Lyrik right at the corner.

Marathon Weekend Festivities at Lyrik Back Bay, Boston

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