Free Concerts in Boston

Music and Meaning in the Works of David Bowie

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Berklee Performance Center

Music

Berklee students in Music and Meaning perform David Bowie selections at the Berklee Performance Center, exploring themes of mortality, fate vs free will, and the supernatural in a free evening concert.

Open Mic - Kickoff Celebration at Copley

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 2:30 PM

Copley square560 Boylston Street, Boston

Music

Kick off a Boston concert series with an open mic night at Copley Square. The event invites local performers, including a featured Berklee artist, to take the stage in a casual downtown setting. Spectators can enjoy varied acts for free under the evening sky.

Berklee City Music High School Academy Completion Concert

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Berklee Performance Center

Music

An all-ages, free concert at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, featuring standout performances by Berklee City Music High School Academy ensembles. A showcase of young musicians from Berklee City Music in a premier campus venue.

The New York Bee Gees Tribute Concert (Council on Aging)

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 5:00 AM

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Music

Experience a faithful Bee Gees tribute by The New York Bee Gees, featuring Peter Mazzeo, Tom Flyntz, and Manny Focarazzo. The performers recreate the Brothers’ iconic harmonies and disco-era hits, delivering a lively, nostalgia-filled show at a Somerville venue for the Council on Aging.

City Music Prep Academy Completion Concert

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Berklee Performance Center

Music

Year-end multis arts recital by the Berklee City Music Prep Academy at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston. Fourth- to eighth-grade students present music, theatre, and dance in a free, family-friendly evening showcase.

Open Mic - Allston/Brighton

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 2:30 PM

Smith Playground235 Western Ave, Boston

Music

Outdoor Open Mic night at Smith Playground in Boston features a Berklee College of Music performer and local talent in a casual, live-music evening. Attendees can enjoy an intimate showcase or take the stage for a moment of their own in this friendly concert series near Allston/Brighton.

David Wimbish with Jesse James DeConto (The Pinkerton Raid)

Fri, 15 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Burren

Music

An intimate evening of folk-rock at The Burren's Back Room on Fri May 15, 7pm, as David Wimbish (of The Collection) performs with Jesse James DeConto of The Pinkerton Raid. Expect warm harmonies, storytelling lyrics, and a casual, social club vibe in a cozy room; entry is free with a possible cover.

Harbor Harmonies: World of Guitar

Sun, 17 May 2026 at 11:00 AM

FPAC Art Space @ Envoy Hotel

Music

Experience Harbor Harmonies: World of Guitar at FPAC Art Space in the Envoy Hotel. This free Fort Point Arts Community concert pairs classical guitar with world-music textures in an intimate indoor venue, inviting audiences of all ages to enjoy melodic journeys along Boston's waterfront.

The Chorduroys at The Burren

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Burren

Music

Catch The Chorduroys delivering lively folk/indie tunes in The Burren's Back Room. This indoor show in Somerville happens May 28, 2026 at 7 PM; admission may be free or require a cover charge, making it a flexible night out for music lovers.

Chameleon Arts Ensemble: Music in Motion – Family Concert

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

Boston Public Library

Music

The Chameleon Arts Ensemble presents Music in Motion at the Boston Public Library, blending classical repertoire with contemporary works in an intimate setting. After the concert, kids can drum with the musicians and join in instrument exploration for a playful, family-friendly experience.

Vivaldi with Symphony by the Sea

Sun, 31 May 2026 at 10:00 AM

Peabody Essex Museum

Music

Experience Vivaldi brought to life by a sea-inspired symphony at the Peabody Essex Museum in Boston. This free, afternoon classical concert offers intimate orchestral performances inside a landmark museum setting, pairing art with music for a refined, family-friendly cultural afternoon.

Open Mic - Jamaica Plain

Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 2:30 PM

Myrtle Street Playground50 Myrtle Street, Boston

Music

Casual outdoor open-mic night at Mozart Street Playground in Boston, inviting local performers to take the stage with a featured Berklee performer highlighted. A free, community-friendly evening of live music and shared artistry.

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Oak.Land

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 2:00 PM

William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester

Music

Kick off a free outdoor evening with Oak.Land on the patio of the William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse as part of the 2026 Golf Course Concert Series. Enjoy live music in a casual, scenic golf-course setting in Dorchester, Boston, under summer skies.

Little Groove Music

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 6:30 AM

Boston Public Library

Music

Multisensory, live-music class for babies and preschoolers (0-5) at Boston Public Library. Designed to spark early music learning through sound, sight, and touch in a warm, family-friendly setting.

Golf Course Concert Series: A Sort of Homecoming (U2 cover band)

Thu, 2 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM

George Wright Golf Clubhouse420 West Street, Hyde Park

Music

The Boston-area George Wright Golf Clubhouse hosts a summer outdoor concert in the Golf Course Concert Series, featuring A Sort of Homecoming, a U2 cover band. Enjoy rock favorites on the patio of a golf course in Hyde Park—free admission, casual and fun evening under the stars.

Golf Course Concert Series: A Sort of Homecoming

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM

George Wright Golf Clubhouse420 West Street, Hyde Park

Music

Enjoy an outdoor summer concert at the George Wright Golf Clubhouse patio in Hyde Park, Boston. The 2026 Golf Course Concert Series features a U2 cover band performing on July 8 at 6:00 PM, with free admission.

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Rey Royale

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM

William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester

Music

Enjoy live music on the patio of the William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse in Dorchester as Rey Royale headlines this outdoor Boston concert. The free, casual patio setting offers a relaxed summer vibe with golf-course scenery.

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: It's A 'J' Thing

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM

George Wright Golf Clubhouse420 West Street, Hyde Park

Music

The free outdoor jazz night It's A 'J' Thing on the patio of George Wright Golf Clubhouse in Hyde Park, Boston, is part of the 2026 Golf Course Concert Series. Enjoy a casual, social evening of live music with a golf-course backdrop.

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Zion Rodman

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM

William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse1 Circuit Drive, Dorchester

Music

Join Zion Rodman for an outdoor concert on the patio of the William J. Devine Golf Course in Dorchester. This free, city-hosted summer music series brings live performances to a scenic golf-course setting, perfect for a casual evening of music outdoors.

2026 Golf Course Concert Series: Katherine Winston

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 2:00 PM

George Wright Golf Clubhouse420 West Street, Hyde Park

Music

Experience a free outdoor concert by Katherine Winston on the patio of the George Wright Golf Clubhouse as part of the Golf Course Concert Series. An accessible, casual evening of live music in Hyde Park, Boston—perfect for a relaxed night out with family or friends.

PARK: Jungle

Tue, 15 Sept 2026 at 4:00 PM

Parking - Boston Univ

Music

An outdoor campus party at Boston University Parking area titled PARK: Jungle. This electronic-nightlife event brings jungle-inspired bass, a DJ lineup, and an energetic crowd under city lights. A memorable late-evening experience with pulsing rhythms in an urban setting.

TRIVIA NIGHT

Tue, 23 Mar 2027 at 4:00 PM

The Burren

Music

Test your knowledge at a lively Trivia Night in The Burren's Back Room. Monday, March 23, 2027 at 8 pm, enjoy a cozy pub vibe with live music and a friendly crowd in Somerville. Free entry or small cover charge.

THE DJANGO CADRE

Wed, 24 Mar 2027 at 3:00 PM

The Burren

Music

Join a swinging jazz night at The Burren's Front Room as THE DJANGO CADRE brings gypsy-jazz flair to Somerville. An intimate, late-evening performance on March 24, 2027; admission is free or may require a small cover at the door.

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