Upcoming Events (37)
Boston Speakers Series–Malcolm Gladwell
Renowned author and speaker Malcolm Gladwell headlines the Boston Speakers Series at Symphony Hall for an evening of provocative insights into human behavior, success, and society. Expect a polished, story-driven lecture blending psychology, sociology, and real-world examples.
Dvořák Symphony No. 9 & Nixon in China - Fleming/Hampson
Experience a dramatic program at Boston's Symphony Hall: Dvořák's Symphony No. 9 paired with Three Scenes from Nixon in China, performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra with Renée Fleming and Thomas Hampson. The evening blends Romantic symphonic grandeur with modern opera excerpts in a distinguished concert setting.
2026 Boston Instrumental Festival
Experience the 2026 Boston Instrumental Festival at Symphony Hall, a flagship event featuring top instrumental ensembles performing a curated program of classical and contemporary works in an iconic venue. Expect intimate chamber pieces, majestic orchestration, and rich acoustics that celebrate Boston's concert-music scene.
Mozart Piano Concerto No. 21 with Mao Fujita
Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21 is performed by Mao Fujita at Symphony Hall in Boston, pairing lyrical piano with orchestral dialogue. A polished evening of classical mastery in a renowned concert hall, featuring refined interpretations of Mozart's crescendos and tender melodies.
Sibelius Symphony No. 1
Experience Sibelius's Symphony No. 1 performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall. This Nordic-inflected orchestral classic delivers soaring melodies, fiery tuttis, and intimate woodwind solos in a majestic, acoustically renowned venue in downtown Boston.
Boston Conservatory Orchestra—Musical Journeys Then and Now
Boston Conservatory Orchestra performs Musical Journeys Then and Now at Symphony Hall, pairing classical masterworks with contemporary pieces. An elegant, student-to-professional concert in Boston's renowned venue that highlights rich orchestral textures.
Grieg Piano Concerto with Lang Lang; Dvořák Symphony No. 9
An unforgettable evening of classical music at Symphony Hall Boston: Lang Lang performs Grieg's Piano Concerto, paired with Dvořák's Symphony No. 9. The program showcases lyrical piano virtuosity against expansive orchestral color in a historic, acoustically renowned venue.
David Sedaris Reading
Acclaimed humorist David Sedaris performs a live reading at Symphony Hall in Boston, presented by Vivo Performing Arts. Expect witty essays, personal anecdotes, and sharp literary humor delivered in an intimate concert-hall setting.
Handel's Water Music
The Boston Symphony Orchestra performs Handel's Water Music at Symphony Hall in Boston, delivering buoyant Baroque energy in an elegant concert setting. Expect vibrant orchestration, festive mood, and refined elegance as the ensemble brings this timeless suite to life.
Boston Philharmonic: Mahler Symphony No. 3
Boston Philharmonic performs Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 at Symphony Hall, delivering a sweeping late-Romantic masterwork with lush orchestration and dramatic contrasts in Boston’s iconic concert venue. The program spotlights the ensemble’s refined playing and Symphony Hall’s renowned acoustics for a memorable evening of grand, emotionally charged music.
Boston University at Symphony Hall
Boston University presents a classical concert at Symphony Hall in Boston. A polished orchestral program performed in the historic, acoustically renowned venue offers a refined evening of classical music in a premier city setting.
Explorer Concert | Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 headlines the Explorer Concert by the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall. A formal, high-impact evening in a celebrated Boston venue that pairs crisp orchestral detail with the drama of one of classical music’s best-known works.
High School Open Rehearsal: Ravel & Rachmaninoff
Take a behind-the-scenes tour at Boston's Symphony Hall as high school musicians join the Boston Symphony Orchestra for an open rehearsal featuring Ravel's Mother Goose Suite and Rachmaninoff's Symphonic Dances. This educational session reveals how conductors shape phrasing and tone in live rehearsal. A must-see for students and classical fans.
Ravel Mother Goose Suite and Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances
The Boston Symphony Orchestra performs an all-Romantic program: Ravel's Mother Goose Suite paired with Rachmaninoff's Symphonic Dances, in the grand acoustics of Symphony Hall. A refined evening of lush melodies, narrative color, and masterful orchestration that showcases two legendary composers in a single program.
Boston Speakers Series: Cristina Mittermeier
Renowned conservation photographer Cristina Mittermeier headlines the Boston Speakers Series at Symphony Hall, sharing immersive images and insights on ocean ecosystems, biodiversity, and storytelling. An engaging evening that pairs striking photography with science outreach and advocacy.
Open Rehearsal: Piano Concertos with Kissin & Boreyko
Open rehearsal of piano concertos featuring Evgeny Kissin with conductor Andrey Boreyko at Boston's Symphony Hall. This intimate session offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into high-level classical performance and interpretation.
Boston Symphony Chamber Players | All-Stravinsky Program
Boston Symphony Chamber Players present an All-Stravinsky program at Symphony Hall, delivering intimate chamber textures from Stravinsky's iconic works. The program spotlights principal players in a refined evening of precision, color, and dramatic contrasts in Boston's historic concert venue.
Bravo Club
Join the Boston Symphony Orchestra for Bravo Club at Symphony Hall. A compelling classical program in a grand venue, featuring expert orchestral playing with audience-friendly context notes, ideal for adults and music lovers seeking a refined, memorable evening.
Music and Magic
Experience a magical matinee at Symphony Hall as live classical music meets family-friendly illusion. 'Music and Magic' invites kids and adults to enjoy captivating performances, interactive moments, and dazzling visuals in an intimate, iconic Boston venue.
An Evening of Piano Concertos with Evgeny Kissin and Andrey Boreyko
Renowned pianist Evgeny Kissin performs a concertos program conducted by Andrey Boreyko at Symphony Hall in Boston. The evening spotlights Romantic-era piano concertos by Rimsky-Korsakov and Scriabin, delivered with lush textures and precise artistry. An exceptional, all-evening classical music experience for discerning audiences.
Joshua Bell violin recital
Virtuoso Joshua Bell performs a classical violin recital at Boston's Symphony Hall, presented by Vivo Performing Arts. Expect lyrical tone, technical brilliance, and an intimate concert experience in a renowned hall.
Beethoven Symphony No. 9
Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall in Boston. This monumental work features a choral finale and showcases a refined concert experience in a historic venue.
O Fortuna: Carmina Burana Spectacular
Back Bay Chorale performs Carl Orff's Carmina Burana in Boston's Symphony Hall. O Fortuna swells with a powerful chorus and full orchestra for a dramatic concert experience.
BPYO: Harbison/Gershwin/Copland
BPYO brings Harbison, Gershwin, and Copland to life on a single evening at Symphony Hall. The program pairs contemporary American works with beloved classics, showcasing young musicians in a grand, acoustically rich venue and delivering expressive, professional performances.
Ray Chen
Renowned violinist Ray Chen headlines a program at Symphony Hall in Boston with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, delivering virtuosic classical solos and lush orchestral passages in an elegant, acoustically renowned setting.
Jon Batiste
Jazz pianist and contemporary musician Jon Batiste performs a live jazz program at Symphony Hall in Boston. Presented by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the evening blends jazz, soul, and funk in a grand concert setting.
John Williams Film Night
Experience John Williams' iconic film scores performed live by the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall. This Film Night features lush orchestral interpretations of beloved movie music, blending cinema magic with a concert-hall experience.
Leslie Odom, Jr.
Renowned Broadway star Leslie Odom Jr. performs at Symphony Hall in Boston, delivering a night of soaring vocal performances—from Broadway favorites to pop and soulful standards. A polished, intimate concert in a historic hall.
Pink Martini
Experience Pink Martini's charismatic blend of jazz, world music, and lounge pop in a live concert at Boston's Symphony Hall. The orchestra-sized ensemble delivers lush arrangements, multilingual vocals, and a stylish, retro-inflected show.
Miles Davis & Coltrane Centennial Tribute with Blanchard & Coltrane
At Symphony Hall in Boston, this jazz tribute marks the Miles Davis and John Coltrane centennial with Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane. Expect expansive modal textures, fiery solos, and a refined, reverent celebration of two icons in a historic concert hall.
Jacob Collier
Jacob Collier performs at Boston’s Symphony Hall, delivering his signature genre-bending jazz with lush vocal harmonies and virtuosic multi-instrumentalism. Expect a sophisticated, high-energy night in an iconic concert hall as Collier layers intricate arrangements with a live band.
How To Train Your Dragon – In Concert
A live orchestra performs the score from the How To Train Your Dragon film in concert at Symphony Hall, Boston. This family-friendly event showcases cinematic music performed live, pairing the dragon adventure with stunning orchestral visuals.
Ben Folds
Ben Folds performs piano-driven pop-rock at Symphony Hall in Boston on June 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Expect witty storytelling, soaring piano lines, and crowd-pleasing melodies in an intimate concert-hall setting.
St. Vincent
St. Vincent performs at Boston's Symphony Hall, delivering a distinctive indie-rock set in an acoustically renowned concert hall. Expect intricate guitar textures, moody melodies, and a visually striking, artful show by Annie Clark.
Pride Night: Alex Newell and the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus
Celebrate Pride at Symphony Hall in Boston with Alex Newell and the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus. This concert pairs lush choral repertoire with contemporary anthems in a powerful, celebratory program led by a renowned LGBTQ+ ensemble in a grand, acoustically rich venue.
Gospel Night: David and Tamela Mann Return!
An electrifying gospel night with David and Tamela Mann returning to Boston’s Symphony Hall. Expect powerhouse vocals, soul-stirring harmonies, and uplifting gospel favorites performed live by a top-tier ensemble in an iconic concert hall.
Squash@Symphony: Showdown V
Squash@Symphony: Showdown V brings an elite squash match to Boston's Symphony Hall, where fast rallies meet the acoustics of a famed concert venue. A rare fusion of sport and performing arts promises a memorable night of competitive play and electric energy for sports fans and music lovers alike.