Wine & Beer Garden
Public Gathering Space
Special Events Setting
Performing & Visual Arts Venue
Celebrate July 1st-6th at Dockfest!
Celebrate Independence Day all week long at The Anchor, Boston’s waterfront destination for fireworks, live entertainment, themed cocktails, and patriotic vibes in one of the city's most historic neighborhoods. Enjoy themed drinks like our frozen Rocket Pop Margarita, live music, dancing, movie nights, crafts, fireworks views, and more!
Fireworks Spectacular
The Anchor is featured in "Where to Watch the Boston July 4th Fireworks in 2025" by Conde Nast Traveler —reserve your spot today!
Dockfest VIP Packages
Get the VIP experience! Secure priority seating during peak times with special perks and more
Welcome to Boston's most unique destination
The Anchor is Boston’s only award-winning multi-story public gathering space, performing and visual arts venue, open-air wine and beer garden and special event setting.
Plan your special events
The Anchor is the perfect spot to host your event! Contact us to learn more about planning graduation parties, birthdays, weddings, corporate outings and more.
Enjoy a beverage and more
Explore events and programming
Explore events and programming
Indulge in the finely curated collection of local and international brews, as well as a robust selection of wines, frozen cocktails, sangria and bubbly. Coffees, teas, freshly squeezed lemonade and more are available with the best views in Boston!
Explore events and programming
Explore events and programming
Explore events and programming
The Anchor is a space for all ages which will feature over 500 programs and events including live music and DJs, acrobatic and cirque performances, dance classes and socials, movie nights, comedy shows and so much more! For more information, see our events and social media pages!
Experience community
Explore events and programming
Experience community
The Anchor has transformed Boston’s waterfront in the Charlestown Navy Yard into the city’s preeminent venue for year round public gatherings, community engagement, entertainment and events.
Dog Policy
Who let the dogs out...we did! Our Anchor team loves welcoming our furry, four-legged friends in our dog-friendly space!
Dogs must remain leashed at all times and within our designated dog-friendly areas :) See you soon!