Greenway Food Trucks featuring Moyzilla — Tuesday Lunch
Explore 22 rotating food trucks serving Indian, Korean, Mexican, burgers, pizza and more along the Rose Kennedy Greenway for Tuesday lunch (11:30 am–2 pm). From Dewey Square to the Greenway Carousel, savor diverse street foods in a lively outdoor market setting. Details at https://www.rosekennedygreenway.org/food
Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology
Explore Maya sculptures in the Latin American galleries and trace the early days of American anthropology linked to the 1893 World’s Fair at Harvard’s Peabody Museum. Discover Harvard Yard excavations, Plains Indian warrior art, and the 'Resetting the Table' exhibit on changing food tastes.
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom is a special MFA Boston event pairing floral displays with masterworks, running May 1–3 during museum hours. Floral arrangements inspired by gallery pieces transform the space, offering a colorful, immersive experience inside the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Boston's Bike to Work Day Festival 2026
Boston's Bike to Work Day Festival is an outdoor city celebration at 1 City Hall Square designed to promote cycling to work. The free event features group rides, bike-themed activities, and community booths in downtown Boston, creating a family-friendly, high-energy civic gathering.
Arts Fest: Performance Fair at Harvard Art Museums
Arts Fest returns to the Harvard Art Museums with a Performance Fair in the Calderwood Courtyard and Adolphus Busch Hall. Attendees can explore live performances and interactive happenings across museum spaces, celebrating modern and classical arts in a historic campus setting.
ASL-Interpreted Spotlight Tour
Join an ASL-interpreted spotlight tour at Harvard Art Museums, exploring highlights from In the Blink of an Eye. Led by Jade Xiao ’27, this accessible indoor tour offers insightful commentary in ASL and a vivid look at the museum’s collection.
Greenway Artisan Market — Saturday
Local makers and artisans gather at the Rose Kennedy Greenway for the Greenway Artisan Market, featuring art, jewelry, handmade goods, and food trucks every weekend. Free to attend, this outdoor market offers a casual, artsy backdrop in downtown Boston near State Street and Atlantic Avenue.
Boston Open Market
Browse 55+ local artists and makers at the Boston Open Market on Boylston Street near the Boston Public Garden. Discover original artwork, jewelry, ceramics, and handmade goods at this casual, family-friendly outdoor market with free admission.
Kendall Square Farmers Market
A weekly outdoor market in Kendall Square, Cambridge, offering fresh produce and local foods from neighborhood vendors. SNAP/EBT accepted; a casual, family-friendly stroll through the innovation district.
Boston Open Market
Outdoor craft-market at Boston Public Garden's Boylston Street Entrance featuring 55+ local artisans selling handmade jewelry, art, ceramics and textiles. Free to attend and family-friendly.
SoWa Open Market
On May 10, 2026 from 11:00, SoWa Open Market in Boston showcases 250+ local artisans, farmers, and food trucks with live music. This outdoor, pet-friendly market offers free admission and a lively craft-and-food scene in the SoWa district. A casual, family-friendly day out with plenty of unique finds.
Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition
Experience an immersive exhibition of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel masterpieces at the Boch Center. High-resolution reproductions, close-up fresco detail, and expert commentary illuminate Renaissance art for Boston audiences in a dramatic gallery setting.
New on View: Bodhidharma
Harvard Art Museums debuts Bodhidharma in a new-on-view exhibition, offering fresh curatorial perspectives on this iconic figure in East Asian Buddhist art. The display pairs early paintings and scrolls with interpretive materials, inviting visitors to explore cross-cultural facets of Bodhidharma.
Margarita Half Marathon & 5K
Join the Margarita Half Marathon & 5K in the Boston area for a scenic race weekend capped by a festive post-race Margarita party. Choose the half marathon or 5K route, then celebrate with fellow runners after crossing the finish line.
Copley Square Farmers Market
Experience Boston's biggest farmers market at Copley Square (McKim Plaza) outside the Boston Public Library. 30+ Massachusetts farmers and food producers offer local produce, meats, cheeses, and prepared foods. Open Fridays 11am-6pm with EBT, WIC, and SNAP accepted.
Central Square Farmers Market
Twice-weekly farmers market in Central Square, Cambridge, featuring fresh produce, baked goods, and specialty foods from local vendors. Set along Bishop Allen Drive, it’s a casual, family-friendly spot where residents and visitors can browse, sample, and support local farms.
Earlybirds Club
Bowery Boston presents an early-evening club night at the Royale Nightclub in Boston. Doors open at 6:00 pm with opening acts and a scheduled show; times are subject to change. Prohibited items include large bags and professional cameras.
An Evening with Chelsea Berry
City Winery Boston presents Chelsea Berry for an intimate evening at the Haymarket Lounge. Enjoy a songwriter-rich folk set with soulful vocals in a warm, up-close venue—perfect for fans of heartfelt originals and storytelling.
Tour Experiences
Experience the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery with an immersive guided tour offering a peek behind the scenes, followed by a tasting session of resident ales. Learn brewing history, see the kettles, and savor fresh samples in a relaxed, social setting.
SoWa Vintage Market — First Friday
Experience Boston’s SoWa Vintage Market during First Friday in the SoWa Arts District. Browse antiques, vintage fashion, jewelry, art and furnishings at this free, casual evening market.
Les Miserables (Touring)
A touring production of the acclaimed musical Les Misérables at the Citizens Opera House in Boston. Expect soaring anthems, epic storytelling, and grand staging as this Broadway blockbuster brings its enduring saga to town for live, unforgettable theatre.
Project Creatine
Project Creatine at ICA Boston presents a contemporary art exhibition in a cutting-edge space, inviting visitors to experience energy-driven installations and media. The show opens June 12, 2026 at 8 PM in Boston, showcasing innovative practices in contemporary art.
2026 World Cup: Haiti v Scotland
World Cup group-stage clash Haiti vs Scotland at Gillette Stadium in Boston. An international football showdown that promises high-stakes drama, passionate fanfare, and global visibility as teams battle for precious group-stage points in a storied U.S. venue.
2026 World Cup: IRQ/BOL/SUR v Norway
International World Cup group-stage match at Gillette Stadium in Boston, where IRQ, BOL, and SUR face Norway. A high-stakes, cross-continent clash that promises electric atmosphere, tailgating, and global fan fervor as the 2026 tournament kicks into gear.
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