New Venues in Boston for Spring 2026 Meetings and Events

From renovated hotels to unique dining and entertainment spaces, Boston's event scene is expanding.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Boston's event landscape is getting a refresh with the debut of several new and renovated venues, including the Sheraton Boston Hotel, The Atlas Hotel, Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Andover, Swingers Back Bay, Ballers, Retro Room, Love Farms, 1928 Rowes Wharf, PickleBOS, and Davio's Lynnfield. These spaces offer a range of event capabilities, from corporate meetings and conferences to weddings, parties, and more.

Why it matters

As Boston continues to evolve, these new and updated venues provide fresh options for event planners and organizers looking to host gatherings in the city. The variety of spaces, from high-end hotels to unique dining and entertainment concepts, cater to a wide range of event needs and preferences.

The details

The Sheraton Boston Hotel recently completed a $100 million renovation, updating its lobby, restaurant, guest rooms, and 70,000 square feet of event space. The Atlas Hotel debuted in Allston with 4,869 square feet of event space, including the Periscope Room and Meridian Room. The Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center has been reimagined, offering over 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting, wedding, and conference spaces. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Andover underwent a $6 million renovation, transforming its 7,488 square feet of event space. Swingers Back Bay brings a mix of mini-golf, carnival games, and food to a 23,000-square-foot venue in the heart of Back Bay. Ballers, a new hospitality-driven social sports venue, will expand in spring 2026 to include padel and pickleball courts, event spaces, and more. Retro Room is a midcentury-style listening lounge beneath Back Bay Social. Love Farms in West Dennis offers a mix of sustainable farming, seasonal dining, and versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces. 1928 Rowes Wharf brings a waterfront event space to the city, while PickleBOS is a 26,000-square-foot pickleball club in South Boston. Davio's Lynnfield has revamped its private dining rooms, and Mamma Luca, a pizzeria and restaurant in Portsmouth, is available for full buyouts.

  • The Sheraton Boston Hotel unveiled its $100 million renovation this past fall.
  • The Atlas Hotel debuted in Boston's Allston neighborhood in January.
  • The Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center premiered in mid-January.
  • The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Andover completed a $6 million renovation this past November.
  • Swingers Back Bay opened in late February.

The players

Sheraton Boston Hotel

An American hotel chain and subsidiary of Marriott International, offering 52 event rooms that can accommodate up to 1,900 guests.

The Atlas Hotel

A new 246-room hotel in Boston's Allston neighborhood that combines art and design and offers 4,869 square feet of event space.

Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center

A hotel and conference center in Framingham, Massachusetts, that offers over 25,000 square feet of flexible meeting, wedding, and conference spaces.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Andover

A 293-room hotel in Andover, Massachusetts, that features 7,488 square feet of event space after a $6 million renovation.

Swingers Back Bay

A 23,000-square-foot venue in Boston's Back Bay that combines mini-golf, carnival games, cocktails, and food.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Boston's event landscape is evolving with the addition of diverse new venues, from renovated hotels to unique dining and entertainment spaces. These offerings provide fresh options for event planners and organizers looking to host a wide range of gatherings in the city, catering to various needs and preferences.