Arts & Culture
Boston Family Days at ICA, , Free
Sun, February 1, 2026 - Sun, December 13, 2026
Boston Family Days offers all Boston school-age students (Pre-K–12) and their families the opportunity to visit nine major museums and institutions for free on the first and second Sundays of each month.
Sun, February 1, 2026 - Sun, December 13, 2026
Boston Family Days offers all Boston school-age students (Pre-K–12) and their families the opportunity to visit nine major museums and institutions for free on the first and second Sundays of each month.
Botanical Tattoo at New England Botanic Garden, , $
Sat, April 4, 2026 - Sun, July 12, 2026
This unique exhibit at New England Botanic Garden features striking photographs of botanically inspired tattoos alongside bold floral flash designs by talented local artists. This exhibit is included with general Garden admission.
Sat, April 4, 2026 - Sun, July 12, 2026
This unique exhibit at New England Botanic Garden features striking photographs of botanically inspired tattoos alongside bold floral flash designs by talented local artists. This exhibit is included with general Garden admission.
Boston By Little Feet, , $
Sat, April 4, 2026 - Sat, November 21, 2026
ravel through 300 years of history on this fun and interactive tour of Boston's Freedom Trail. Designed for families with children 6-12 years old, this tour encourages discovery and exploration.
Sat, April 4, 2026 - Sat, November 21, 2026
ravel through 300 years of history on this fun and interactive tour of Boston's Freedom Trail. Designed for families with children 6-12 years old, this tour encourages discovery and exploration.
Boston Family Days at MFA, , Free
Sun, April 5, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Boston students and families, join us for Boston Family Days! Explore the Museum of Fine Arts for free on the first and second Sundays of each month!
Sun, April 5, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Boston students and families, join us for Boston Family Days! Explore the Museum of Fine Arts for free on the first and second Sundays of each month!
Artist Brendan Murphy Debut Solo Exhibition titled 'Gravity is Optional', , Free
Fri, May 1, 2026 - Thu, October 1, 2026
Contemporary artist Brendan Murphy opens Gravity Is Optional at Pellas Gallery on Newbury Street — a milestone debut as the newly named Official National Commemorative Artist will anchor the Museum of the Americas Semiquincentennial Exhibition.
Fri, May 1, 2026 - Thu, October 1, 2026
Contemporary artist Brendan Murphy opens Gravity Is Optional at Pellas Gallery on Newbury Street — a milestone debut as the newly named Official National Commemorative Artist will anchor the Museum of the Americas Semiquincentennial Exhibition.
Echoes of Liberty Exhibit, , Free
Fri, May 1, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026
Echoes of Liberty, a collaborative exhibition between Arts Wayland and the Wayland Historical Society & Museum, opens in May in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
Fri, May 1, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026
Echoes of Liberty, a collaborative exhibition between Arts Wayland and the Wayland Historical Society & Museum, opens in May in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
Song Sung Neils, , $$
Sat, May 9, 2026 - Sun, June 21, 2026
The Paris Cabaret presents SONG SUNG NEILS Diamond and Sedaka opening MAY 9th and 10th Our Musical Tribute to Neil Diamond and Neil Sedaka Hit after Hit including Laughter in The Rain
Sat, May 9, 2026 - Sun, June 21, 2026
The Paris Cabaret presents SONG SUNG NEILS Diamond and Sedaka opening MAY 9th and 10th Our Musical Tribute to Neil Diamond and Neil Sedaka Hit after Hit including Laughter in The Rain
SoWa Sundays, , Free
Sun, May 10, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026
You know our SoWa Sundays happen every Sunday all year long. Join us all other May Sundays, too, starting at 11am, including Mother’s Day and the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend.
Sun, May 10, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026
You know our SoWa Sundays happen every Sunday all year long. Join us all other May Sundays, too, starting at 11am, including Mother’s Day and the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend.
Meet the Artist: Nami Yamaguchi,
Today - Sun, May 17, 2026
Meet the Artist: Nami Yamaguchi Sunday, May 17, 10:00am – 12:00pm Join local fiber artist Nami Yamaguchi to explore wet felting, a process using water, wool, and your hands!
Today - Sun, May 17, 2026
Meet the Artist: Nami Yamaguchi Sunday, May 17, 10:00am – 12:00pm Join local fiber artist Nami Yamaguchi to explore wet felting, a process using water, wool, and your hands!
Community Open House + Arts Workshops (Sunday), , Free
Today - Sun, May 17, 2026
La CASA's open house invites you to explore the space and participate in a series of hands-on arts workshops and cultural activities for all ages.
Today - Sun, May 17, 2026
La CASA's open house invites you to explore the space and participate in a series of hands-on arts workshops and cultural activities for all ages.
Twilight at MAAM: School's Out!, , Free
Thu, May 21, 2026 - Thu, May 21, 2026
Join us for the final days of our current exhibitions and celebrate! Enjoy a screening of 'Spirited Away' by Studio Ghibli, experiment with hands-on artmaking fun, and enjoy a complimentary mocktail to celebrate summer.
Thu, May 21, 2026 - Thu, May 21, 2026
Join us for the final days of our current exhibitions and celebrate! Enjoy a screening of 'Spirited Away' by Studio Ghibli, experiment with hands-on artmaking fun, and enjoy a complimentary mocktail to celebrate summer.
Virtual Creative Foundations: Cyanotypes, , $$
Thu, May 21, 2026 - Thu, May 21, 2026
Celebrate Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest with a guided tour and workshop! First, go inside the exhibition with Jane Winchell, PEM’s Sarah Fraser Robbins Director of The Dotty Brown Art & Nature Center
Thu, May 21, 2026 - Thu, May 21, 2026
Celebrate Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest with a guided tour and workshop! First, go inside the exhibition with Jane Winchell, PEM’s Sarah Fraser Robbins Director of The Dotty Brown Art & Nature Center
Liliana Glenn Artist Talk, , Free
Thu, May 21, 2026 - Thu, May 21, 2026
Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Natick-based glass artist Liliana Glenn on Thursday, May 21 at 3 PM at the Arts Wayland Gallery, 35 Andrew Ave, Wayland.
Thu, May 21, 2026 - Thu, May 21, 2026
Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Natick-based glass artist Liliana Glenn on Thursday, May 21 at 3 PM at the Arts Wayland Gallery, 35 Andrew Ave, Wayland.
Salem as Muse: Lucy Cleveland, Author and Textile Artist, , $
Sat, May 23, 2026 - Sat, May 23, 2026
In 2026, as part of the Salem 400+ initiative, PEM will present 'Salem as Muse,' a series of talks that highlight works represented in PEM’s collection.
Sat, May 23, 2026 - Sat, May 23, 2026
In 2026, as part of the Salem 400+ initiative, PEM will present 'Salem as Muse,' a series of talks that highlight works represented in PEM’s collection.
The Face as Canvas: MassQing workshop with Daniel Callahan, , Free
Sat, May 23, 2026 - Sat, May 30, 2026
Explore identity and self-expression in this interactive MassQing workshop with Daniel Callahan. Use face paint as a tool for reflection and transformation, inspired by global body-marking traditions. Free and family-friendly.
Sat, May 23, 2026 - Sat, May 30, 2026
Explore identity and self-expression in this interactive MassQing workshop with Daniel Callahan. Use face paint as a tool for reflection and transformation, inspired by global body-marking traditions. Free and family-friendly.
Memorial Day Open House: Museum of Fine Arts (MFA), , Free
Mon, May 25, 2026 - Mon, May 25, 2026
Celebrate Memorial Day at the Museum of Fine Arts and visit the Museum for a fun-filled day of vibrant activities your whole family will enjoy. Join us for a day of celebration with free general admission for all,...
Mon, May 25, 2026 - Mon, May 25, 2026
Celebrate Memorial Day at the Museum of Fine Arts and visit the Museum for a fun-filled day of vibrant activities your whole family will enjoy. Join us for a day of celebration with free general admission for all,...
ICA Free Admission - Memorial Day, , Free
Mon, May 25, 2026 - Mon, May 25, 2026
In honor of Memorial Day the ICA is offering FREE admission for all on Memorial Day. Peruse four outstanding exhibitions as well as an interactive art studio.
Mon, May 25, 2026 - Mon, May 25, 2026
In honor of Memorial Day the ICA is offering FREE admission for all on Memorial Day. Peruse four outstanding exhibitions as well as an interactive art studio.
ArtsThursdays: A Free Night at the Museum, , Free
Thu, May 28, 2026 - Thu, May 28, 2026
Join us for a free night at two of the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture. Come with a date, come with friends, or make new friends while strolling through the galleries. All ages are welcome.
Thu, May 28, 2026 - Thu, May 28, 2026
Join us for a free night at two of the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture. Come with a date, come with friends, or make new friends while strolling through the galleries. All ages are welcome.
Vivaldi with Symphony by the Sea, , $
Sun, May 31, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026
Join us for a concert and talk with the North Shore’s professional symphony orchestra, Symphony by the Sea. Over the centuries, the four seasons have inspired numerous composers to represent their moods in music.
Sun, May 31, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026
Join us for a concert and talk with the North Shore’s professional symphony orchestra, Symphony by the Sea. Over the centuries, the four seasons have inspired numerous composers to represent their moods in music.
Salem Arts Festival 2026, , Free
Fri, June 5, 2026 - Sun, June 7, 2026
For three days each June, this free, fun family-friendly festival transforms downtown Salem, MA, into an opportunity for the arts community to showcase their talents.
Fri, June 5, 2026 - Sun, June 7, 2026
For three days each June, this free, fun family-friendly festival transforms downtown Salem, MA, into an opportunity for the arts community to showcase their talents.
Coolidge Corner Arts Festival, , Free
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sat, June 6, 2026
46th Annual Coolidge Corner Arts Festival, this free outdoor event features 70+ arts and crafts booths, live DJ, food trucks, beer and wine garden, patio dining.
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sat, June 6, 2026
46th Annual Coolidge Corner Arts Festival, this free outdoor event features 70+ arts and crafts booths, live DJ, food trucks, beer and wine garden, patio dining.
Cape Ann Artisans 2026 Studio Tour, , Free
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sun, June 7, 2026
Join the Cape Ann Artisans for a creative journey through ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, painting, photography, and textiles during their free 2025 self-guided Open Studio Tours. June 6-7, 2026 and October 10-11,2026
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sun, June 7, 2026
Join the Cape Ann Artisans for a creative journey through ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, painting, photography, and textiles during their free 2025 self-guided Open Studio Tours. June 6-7, 2026 and October 10-11,2026
Tides of Change Reception, , Free
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sat, June 6, 2026
Arts Wayland presents Tides of Change, a month-long June exhibition exploring environmental transformation, resilience, and the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. Learn more at https://artswayland.com/pages/eco-month-at-arts-wayland .
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sat, June 6, 2026
Arts Wayland presents Tides of Change, a month-long June exhibition exploring environmental transformation, resilience, and the evolving relationship between people and the natural world. Learn more at https://artswayland.com/pages/eco-month-at-arts-wayland .
Interactive Arts Festival, , $
Sun, June 14, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Dive into the world of arts, creativity, fashion, and culture! Join us for the Atelier Dubuisson Interactive Arts Festival, an unforgettable experience of visual arts, music, fashion, and more.
Sun, June 14, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Dive into the world of arts, creativity, fashion, and culture! Join us for the Atelier Dubuisson Interactive Arts Festival, an unforgettable experience of visual arts, music, fashion, and more.
Juneteenth, , $
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Fri, June 19, 2026
Join us to celebrate and reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth through art making. Learn about the symbolism behind the Juneteenth flag and make your own freedom flag.
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Fri, June 19, 2026
Join us to celebrate and reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth through art making. Learn about the symbolism behind the Juneteenth flag and make your own freedom flag.
Juneteenth at MFA Boston, , Free
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Fri, June 19, 2026
Come together to celebrate creativity, community, and freedom. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), invites the community to enjoy a free open house honoring Juneteenth, the oldest nationally recognized commemoration of...
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Fri, June 19, 2026
Come together to celebrate creativity, community, and freedom. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), invites the community to enjoy a free open house honoring Juneteenth, the oldest nationally recognized commemoration of...
Beyond the Music Talk: Anthony McGill, clarinet, , Free
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Fri, June 19, 2026
Principal Clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic, Anthony McGill will share insights into performing as part of an orchestra, among other topics of the classical music scene.
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Fri, June 19, 2026
Principal Clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic, Anthony McGill will share insights into performing as part of an orchestra, among other topics of the classical music scene.
Firebird, Part 2, , $$
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Sun, June 21, 2026
Abilities Dance Boston presents the world premiere of FIREBIRD, PART 2, an evening-length, two-act sequel to the company’s 2021 radical reimagining of the 1910 ballet.
Fri, June 19, 2026 - Sun, June 21, 2026
Abilities Dance Boston presents the world premiere of FIREBIRD, PART 2, an evening-length, two-act sequel to the company’s 2021 radical reimagining of the 1910 ballet.
Arts Fest Beverly, , Free
Sat, June 20, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! The festivities will be held outside on Cabot St on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am-5pm, rain or shine.
Sat, June 20, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! The festivities will be held outside on Cabot St on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am-5pm, rain or shine.
Puppet Showplace Theater Presents: Death & The Fool: A Tarot-Inspired Medieval Folly, , $$
Tue, June 23, 2026 - Tue, June 23, 2026
A Tarot-inspired mystery play full of slapstick comedy, music from the middle ages, puppetry, and whimsy to drive away fear and offer relief from impending doom-just as folly brought light to the Dark Ages.
Tue, June 23, 2026 - Tue, June 23, 2026
A Tarot-inspired mystery play full of slapstick comedy, music from the middle ages, puppetry, and whimsy to drive away fear and offer relief from impending doom-just as folly brought light to the Dark Ages.
Caribbean American Heritage Month Movie Night, , Free
Fri, June 26, 2026 - Fri, June 26, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month. Come early, invite your friends, and experience a night of Caribbean pride in the heart of Boston!
Fri, June 26, 2026 - Fri, June 26, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month. Come early, invite your friends, and experience a night of Caribbean pride in the heart of Boston!
Tito Puente Latin Music Series 2026, , Free
Thu, July 9, 2026 - Thu, August 13, 2026
The Tito Puente Latin Music Series takes place in July and August at outdoor locations across Boston. The six-concert series is an infectious soundscape of salsa, bolero, danzón, Afro-Latin, Caribbean, jazz, funk, R&B, and more. Performers include Berklee faculty,...
Thu, July 9, 2026 - Thu, August 13, 2026
The Tito Puente Latin Music Series takes place in July and August at outdoor locations across Boston. The six-concert series is an infectious soundscape of salsa, bolero, danzón, Afro-Latin, Caribbean, jazz, funk, R&B, and more. Performers include Berklee faculty,...
Boston Festival Orchestra: The Drop That Contained the Sea, , $
Sat, July 11, 2026 - Sat, July 11, 2026
The Boston Festival Orchestra and Chorus pro Musica present the Boston premiere of the complete choral-orchestral work 'The Drop That Contained the Sea' by Grammy-winning composer Christopher Tin.
Sat, July 11, 2026 - Sat, July 11, 2026
The Boston Festival Orchestra and Chorus pro Musica present the Boston premiere of the complete choral-orchestral work 'The Drop That Contained the Sea' by Grammy-winning composer Christopher Tin.
Arias Aloft: Chromatic at New England Botanic Garden, , $$
Sun, July 12, 2026 - Sun, July 19, 2026
Circus 617 and Opera Untapped combine two thrilling art forms set against the blooming backdrop of New England Botanic Garden during this captivating event. Set among the summer blooms and stunning landscapes of the Garden.
Sun, July 12, 2026 - Sun, July 19, 2026
Circus 617 and Opera Untapped combine two thrilling art forms set against the blooming backdrop of New England Botanic Garden during this captivating event. Set among the summer blooms and stunning landscapes of the Garden.
Puerto Rican Festival, , Free
Fri, July 24, 2026 - Sun, July 26, 2026
Come share our 58-year Annual Festival with us, which includes over 2 days of free fun-filled cultural entertainment, a festival, and a parade open to all.
Fri, July 24, 2026 - Sun, July 26, 2026
Come share our 58-year Annual Festival with us, which includes over 2 days of free fun-filled cultural entertainment, a festival, and a parade open to all.
From Outlaws to Insiders, , Free
Sat, July 25, 2026 - Sat, July 25, 2026
This tour will focus on graffiti and murals featured on the walls in Madison Park and John D. O’Bryant High School campuses, which is usually only seen by their students
Sat, July 25, 2026 - Sat, July 25, 2026
This tour will focus on graffiti and murals featured on the walls in Madison Park and John D. O’Bryant High School campuses, which is usually only seen by their students
Boston Festival Orchestra: Bruckner 6, , $
Sun, July 26, 2026 - Sun, July 26, 2026
The Boston Festival Orchestra performs Mozart's 'Sinfonia Concertante' in collaboration with Morningside Music Bridge, followed by Bruckner Symphony No. 6 in New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall.
Sun, July 26, 2026 - Sun, July 26, 2026
The Boston Festival Orchestra performs Mozart's 'Sinfonia Concertante' in collaboration with Morningside Music Bridge, followed by Bruckner Symphony No. 6 in New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall.
Comedy at Bill's Bar ($12) - Boston, MA (21+), , $
Sat, September 5, 2026 - Sat, September 5, 2026
Experience the country's funniest stand-up comedians, next door to Fenway Park! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston Globe, and regularly featuring performers who've appeared on Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO, to name a few.
Sat, September 5, 2026 - Sat, September 5, 2026
Experience the country's funniest stand-up comedians, next door to Fenway Park! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston Globe, and regularly featuring performers who've appeared on Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO, to name a few.
The Boston Arts Festival (ahts), , Free
Sat, September 12, 2026 - Sun, September 13, 2026
Affectionately dubbed ähts, The Boston Arts Festival features more than three dozen juried visual artists showing and selling original paintings, sculpture, pottery, woodwork, jewelry, glasswork, photography, and mixed...
Sat, September 12, 2026 - Sun, September 13, 2026
Affectionately dubbed ähts, The Boston Arts Festival features more than three dozen juried visual artists showing and selling original paintings, sculpture, pottery, woodwork, jewelry, glasswork, photography, and mixed...
WICKED, , $$$
Wed, September 23, 2026 - Sun, November 15, 2026
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
Wed, September 23, 2026 - Sun, November 15, 2026
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
Cape Ann Artisans 2026 Fall Studio Tour, , Free
Sat, October 10, 2026 - Sun, October 11, 2026
Join the Cape Ann Artisans for a creative journey through ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, painting, photography, and textiles during their free 2025 self-guided Open Studio Tours. June 6-7, 2026 and October 10-11,2026
Sat, October 10, 2026 - Sun, October 11, 2026
Join the Cape Ann Artisans for a creative journey through ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, mosaics, painting, photography, and textiles during their free 2025 self-guided Open Studio Tours. June 6-7, 2026 and October 10-11,2026
Comedy at Bill's Bar ($12) - Boston, MA (21+), , $
Sat, October 10, 2026 - Sat, October 10, 2026
Experience the country's funniest stand-up comedians, next door to Fenway Park! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston Globe, and regularly featuring performers who've appeared on Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO, to name a few.
Sat, October 10, 2026 - Sat, October 10, 2026
Experience the country's funniest stand-up comedians, next door to Fenway Park! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston Globe, and regularly featuring performers who've appeared on Netflix, Comedy Central, and HBO, to name a few.
Opening Our Doors 2026 | Fenway Cultural District, , Free
Mon, October 12, 2026 - Mon, October 12, 2026
Monday, October 12th from 10AM-4PM is the 25th Annual FREE art + cultural festival Opening Our Doors day! Visit the Fenway for art exhibitions and activities, cultural experiences, musical and dance performances, and more!
Mon, October 12, 2026 - Mon, October 12, 2026
Monday, October 12th from 10AM-4PM is the 25th Annual FREE art + cultural festival Opening Our Doors day! Visit the Fenway for art exhibitions and activities, cultural experiences, musical and dance performances, and more!
Burgundy & Bonbons: An Evening at Cocorico Featuring Valrhona Chocolate,
Thu, August 25, 2033 - Thu, August 25, 2022
Join us on August 25 for “Burgundy & Bonbons,” where Cocorico's Head Pastry Chef Mai Nguyen will join forces with Valrhona Executive Pastry Chef Guillaume Roesz for a one-night-only event!
Thu, August 25, 2033 - Thu, August 25, 2022
Join us on August 25 for “Burgundy & Bonbons,” where Cocorico's Head Pastry Chef Mai Nguyen will join forces with Valrhona Executive Pastry Chef Guillaume Roesz for a one-night-only event!
Native American Storytelling & Crafts with the Pocasset Wampanoag Tribe of MA &, , Free
Fri, February 22, 2205
Come learn about your neighbors, the first people of Fall River through engaging storytelling and crafts. Learn how to make your own corn husk doll or dreamcatcher!
Fri, February 22, 2205
Come learn about your neighbors, the first people of Fall River through engaging storytelling and crafts. Learn how to make your own corn husk doll or dreamcatcher!
