My 17yo son & I will be visiting Cambridge during the Holidays

[XNASA]

What is there for a 17yo to do? Any all ages clubs in Cambridge?

[unhappycamper]

1. I don't know about clubs, but Boston is a subway ride away.

In Cambridge, just about anything named 'Square' has interesting places to see. Central Square, Harvard Square, etc.

We have a pretty good collection of museums around here: http://www.masshome.com/museums.html


But our weather this time of year just plain sucks.

[XNASA]

4. Thanks. I actually lived in Cambridge at one time.

But that was long ago. I've got a list of other things to do, but thought it might be nice to take my son to a show, if possible. He enjoys that kinda thing.

[AllieB]

2. The Middle East in Central Square sometimes has all-ages shows

Most shows there are 18+, which unfortunately doesn't help your son. TT The Bears, which is also in Central, and the Abbey Lounge in Inman Square sometimes have all ages shows as well.

There should be some entertainment option in local free magazines like Stuff, Thw Weekly Dig, Improper Bostonian, and The Phoenix.

http://thephoenix.com/

[XNASA]

5. Thanks.

That's quite helpful.

[Squeech]

3. When are you arriving?

Would you like to hang out and listen to and/or play some music?

And my hidden agenda is, if you're here on Saturday the 22nd, you can see me sing in the Peace Chor-US at the Cantab in Central Square. I'm just about to post about it in the Massachusetts forum. (But I don't think your son can get in.)

[XNASA]

8. Check your PM.

And thanks.

[bluescribbler]

6. Try Passim

It's in Hahvahd Squayah. http://www.clubpassim.org/

[XNASA]

7. Thanks so much, that's perfect.

Got on their site and purchased tickets to the Friday Night 'School of Rock' show!!!

Thanks again.

[bluescribbler]

11. Glad I could help

I hope you and your son have a great time while here.

[Breeze54]

9. Good Time Emporium is New England's largest indoor amusement center and sports bar.

Good Time Emporium is New England's largest indoor amusement center and sports bar.

http://www.goodtimeemporium.com/familyfun.shtml

Offering hours of entertainment for all ages, Good Time Emporium is both a daytime destination
and popular nightspot where you can play billiards, watch sporting events, ride go-carts, enjoy
state-of-the-art videogames, Laser Tag, and more all under one roof. Add to that great food and
drink, plus plenty of free parking, and you've found the place to kick back and have a great time.

Good Time's Family Fun Center is the ultimate family entertainment experience combining the rides
and excitement of an outdoor amusement park with indoor convenience and year-round comfort.
Designed to delight children, teens and adults. Good Times has a prize center and arcade with
hundreds of games, Go Karts, Laser Tag, batting cages, bumper cars, bowling, and a Himalaya ride.

Good Time Emporium is a popular spot with kids and their parents every day and for birthday parties
and youth group outings. If you're looking for a fun time, you'll always find it at Good Times!

VOTED BEST SPORTS BAR IN BOSTON

We are open 365 days a year!
Hours:
10 am - 1 am, Sunday thru Thursday
10 am - 2 am, Friday and Saturday

Good Time Emporium
30 Assembly Square Dr
Somerville, MA 02145
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Welcome to Massachusetts! :hi:

It's cold and snowing right now, (31 degree's) so bring gloves and hats and warm coats and boots!

[AllieB]

10. That place is really rough.

I would not let my 17 year old go there without a chaperone.

[XNASA]

12. Thanks.

And..

We're from Chicago. We go on picnics when it's 31 degrees. ;-)

[WilliamPitt]

13. Where in Cambridge?

There are several excellent music venues in Central Square, so you should grab a Phoenix (free alternative newspaper you can find in most convenience stores etc.) and check the listings for bands doing all-ages shows. TiTi The Bear's and the Middle East are the best bet.

Across the river, there's a place called Jilian's at the end of Landsdowne St. that has all-ages hours; it's got three floors with pool, bowling and video games...and if he's a baseball fan, the place is literally in the shadow of Fenway Park.

Enjoy!