Events in Boston

Opening Reception: Lucy Raven - Rounds

Mon, 18 May 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Kick off Lucy Raven: Rounds at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston with the opening reception. Experience Raven’s immersive contemporary video installations in a gallery setting as the ICA celebrates the new exhibition with an artist presence.

Gallery Talk: Erika Umali — To My Best Friend

Sun, 24 May 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Join Erika Umali for a gallery talk at ICA Boston, examining her work To My Best Friend. The session provides insights into contemporary practice and the exhibition, with the artist discussing themes and methods in a museum setting.

Smerz

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Music

Norwegian electronic duo Smerz headlines a live show at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. Expect experimental, synth-forward electronics in the museum's contemporary spaces, blending art-world intimacy with club-style intensity for a distinct Boston night.

Rick Griffith: Design Leadership Talk

Wed, 3 Jun 2026

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Lecture

AIGA Boston teams up with ICA Boston to host Rick Griffith for a design leadership talk. Explore branding, strategy, and the future of design leadership in a thoughtfully curated ICA setting.

Jake Cornell

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

Laugh Boston

Comedy

Jake Cornell headlines a live stand-up night at Laugh Boston on June 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Expect sharp observational humor in a classic club setting, with a focused, professional performance.

First Fridays: Poolside Pride

Thu, 4 Jun 2026

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Nightlife

Join ICA Boston for First Fridays: Poolside Pride, an after-hours celebration blending art, music, and Pride vibes on the outdoor pool deck. Enjoy cocktails, socializing, and contemporary culture beneath the Boston skyline.

Gallery Talk: Ruth Erickson on Lucy Raven – Rounds

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Ruth Erickson leads a gallery talk on Lucy Raven's work 'Rounds' at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston, examining Raven's interdisciplinary approach within a contemporary art context.

Project Creatine

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 · All day

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Art

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.

Member Summer Kickoff

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Community

Join ICA Boston for the Member Summer Kickoff, a members-only welcome gathering inside the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. Meet fellow members, hear a quick update on summer programs, and enjoy light refreshments in a casual, museum setting.

Gallery Talk: Jeffrey De Blois on Say It Loud, 1977 to Now

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

The ICA Boston hosts a gallery talk with artist Jeffrey De Blois exploring Say It Loud: AAMARP, 1977 to Now. The conversation delves into the artist's practice and the AAMARP project within a contemporary art context at a prominent institution.

First Fridays: Island Stylin’

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Join ICA Boston for First Fridays: Island Stylin’, a lively after-hours program spotlighting contemporary art with island-inspired vibes. Explore current exhibitions, enjoy live performances, and mingle with fellow art lovers in a dynamic, casual museum setting.

Thirsty Thursday Thrivia

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Nightlife

Join Harpoon Brewery's Beer Hall every Thursday at 6 PM for Thirsty Thursday Thrivia—a casual trivia night with beer, prizes, and a chance to learn something new in a friendly brewery setting.

Watercolor by the Water

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Explore luminous watercolors at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. The exhibit showcases contemporary works that revel in water, color, and light within a striking museum space, inviting immersive viewing and occasional artist talks.

First Fridays: White Hot Vol. 11

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Experience ICA Boston's First Fridays: White Hot Vol. 11—an after-hours celebration of contemporary art with DJ-spun tunes, live performances, and interactive installations. Explore current exhibitions, mingle with artists, and enjoy a vibrant, adult-friendly museum night in Boston.

Teen Night: Summer 2026

Tue, 11 Aug 2026

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Teen Night at ICA Boston offers after-hours access to cutting-edge contemporary art with teen-friendly activities, gallery explorations, and hands-on projects. Enjoy an evening designed for teens, with music, special programs, and a chance to connect with other young art lovers in the heart of Boston.

Boston AI Week 2026 — Opening Night Party

Sat, 26 Sept 2026 at 1:00 PM

Boston Seaport

Tech

Kick off Boston AI Week 2026 with the Opening Night Party at the Boston Seaport. This social networking reception runs 5:00–8:00 PM, inviting AI researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to mingle and kickstart the week in a lively, tech-forward setting.

Thirsty Thursday Trivia

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 at 2:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Community

Join Thirsty Thursday Trivia at Harpoon Brewery’s Beer Hall in Boston every Thursday at 6 PM. Test your knowledge, win prizes, and sip local beers in a casual, social night designed for beer lovers and trivia buffs.

ICA Gala 2026

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Experience the ICA Gala 2026 at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. This formal fundraising evening celebrates contemporary art with cocktails, performances, and immersive programming inside the iconic waterfront venue. Proceeds support ICA's exhibitions, education, and artist residencies.

Thirsty Thursday Thrivia

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 at 1:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Nightlife

Join Thirsty Thursday Thrivia at Harpoon Brewery's Beer Hall every Thursday at 6 PM for beer, trivia, and prizes. A casual, social night where you can learn a bit and compete for prizes in a warm brewery vibe.

Thirsty Thursday Thrivia

Thu, 15 Apr 2027 at 2:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Nightlife

Join Thirsty Thursday Thrivia at Harpoon Brewery's Beer Hall in Boston every Thursday at 6 PM. Test your trivia skills, win prizes, and maybe learn something new in a casual, beer-soaked social evening.

Thirsty Thursday Thrivia

Thu, 15 Jul 2027 at 2:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Nightlife

Join Harpoon Brewery’s Beer Hall for Thirsty Thursday Thrivia every Thursday at 6 PM. Sip craft beers, tackle trivia questions, and win prizes in a casual, social bar-night atmosphere at the brewery.

Thirsty Thursday Thrivia

Thu, 14 Oct 2027 at 2:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Nightlife

Weekly trivia night at Harpoon Brewery’s Beer Hall in Boston. Every Thursday at 6 PM, grab a beer, test your knowledge, and vie for fun prizes in a friendly, social bar-night atmosphere.

Thirsty Thursday Thrivia

Thu, 13 Jan 2028 at 1:00 PM

Harpoon Brewery & Beer Hall

Nightlife

Join Thirsty Thursday Thrivia at Harpoon Brewery's Beer Hall in Boston every Thursday at 6 PM for trivia, prizes, and good beer. A casual bar-night that blends brain-teasers with social vibes and sip-worthy brews.

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