Events in Boston

A Perfect Cadence: Tribute to New York Voices

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Berklee Performance Center

music

Vocal-jazz legends New York Voices give their farewell concert at the Berklee Performance Center in Boston, closing 35+ years of influential harmonies with a star-studded program. Expect lush vocal harmonies, iconic repertoire, and a fitting send-off at this landmark Boston venue.

Emily Franklin in Conversation with Claire Messud

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Porter Square Books

literature

Emily Franklin discusses her new novel Love & Other Monsters in conversation with Claire Messud at Porter Square Books. This intimate bookstore event celebrates the release with insider insights and a live Q&A in a cozy, literary setting.

Twenty-Øne Pilots Ensemble

2026-04-07T19:00:00

The Middle East Upstairs

music

Live concert at the Middle East Upstairs in Boston featuring Twenty-Øne Pilots Ensemble. This intimate club venue hosts an evening of high-energy alternative-leaning rock, with lush arrangements and a spirited, indie-flavored atmosphere.

Blazing Saddles (1974)

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Coolidge Corner Theatre

film

Catch a classic night with Blazing Saddles (1974) on the big screen at Coolidge Corner Theatre. This DCP screening, directed by Mel Brooks, delivers sharp satire and riotous Western parody for Boston film fans.

BU Center for New Music: Mivos String Quartet

2026-04-07T20:00:00

CFA Concert Hall

music

The BU Center for New Music hosts the Mivos String Quartet in residency, culminating in a concert at the CFA Concert Hall. The program features works written for the quartet by BU students and pieces by Jessie Montgomery, highlighting contemporary classical composition.

Maynard Book Festival 2026

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Ashland Public Library

literature

The Maynard Book Festival 2026 at Maynard Public Library brings together local and regional authors for readings, author talks, and lively literary discussions in a welcoming library setting, celebrating storytelling and community.

Spring Bird Walk

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Mass Audubon Habitat Education Center

family

Join a spring bird walk at the Mass Audubon Habitat Education Center in Boston. This guided, outdoor stroll with a naturalist highlights migratory birds, local habitats, and seasonal sightings. Family-friendly and suitable for all ages; binoculars encouraged and a relaxed, low-key pace.

Ponds and Pints

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Mass Audubon Habitat Education Center

lecture

Explore pond ecosystems at Mass Audubon Habitat Education Center in Boston with an engaging evening lecture and casual beer social. Discover local pond life, water quality, and conservation in an informal, nature-rich setting.

Virginia Richards

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Harvard Book Store

literature

Virginia Richards discusses The Inner Passage: An Untold Story of Black Resistance Along a Southern Waterway, in conversation with Sarah Lewis, at Harvard Book Store. A thought-provoking literary discussion blending history and memory in a classic Boston bookstore.

Gráinne Hunt with Jules Stewart

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Club Passim

music

Gráinne Hunt and Jules Stewart perform an intimate folk/singer-songwriter night at Club Passim. Expect warm vocals and acoustic guitar, spanning traditional tunes and contemporary folk, in a cozy Boston venue renowned for attentive listening.

Uchronia

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Brattle Theatre

film

US premiere of Uchronia at the Brattle Theatre. This screening spotlights parallel histories of queer revolt, weaving archival footage with contemporary voices. A thought-provoking documentary that traces queer resistance and memory on the big screen.

Daniel Nocera Lecture — Boston College University Lectureship

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Merkert Chemistry Center, 130

lecture

Renowned chemist Daniel Nocera presents at the 2026 Boston College University Lectureship, sharing insights from his Harvard research at Merkert Chemistry Center. A formal science talk attracting students and professionals.

Satie Socrate / Cage Cheap Imitation

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Boston University

music

An evening of experimental piano pairing Erik Satie's Socrate with John Cage's Cheap Imitation at Boston University, exploring minimalist textures and chance-inspired modernism in a contemporary program.

House Party: House Music w/ Nils Taylor

2026-04-07T21:00:00

Middle East - Zuzu

music

House music enthusiasts flock to Middle East - Zuzu in Boston for a high-energy electronic night with Nils Taylor. This late-evening dance party brings punchy bass, sizzling rhythms, and a club vibe inside a landmark venue known for Boston nightlife.

Beyond the Cradle: Envisioning a New Space Age 2026

2026-04-08T08:00:00

Building E14: Media Lab, 6th floor

conference

MIT's flagship Beyond the Cradle returns for its 10th anniversary, gathering space industry leaders, researchers, and visionaries to explore humanity's future beyond Earth. The event spotlights new projects, spin-offs, partnerships, and bold ideas, reflecting on centuries of exploration and technology, at MIT Media Lab in Boston.

Heat-N-Eats Plate-Up Volunteer Event

2026-04-07T19:30:00

Annenberg Hall

community

Join fellow students at Annenberg Hall to package leftover food into microwavable meals for those in need. The Heat-N-Eats Plate-Up event runs on Apr 7 and Apr 14, 7:30–8:45pm; meet by the Gore security office at 7:10pm and walk over with BerryLine to close the evening.

Biodiversity Walks

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Franklin Park Zoo

workshop

Join a guided biodiversity walk at Franklin Park Zoo to explore local species, habitats, and conservation in an outdoor setting. Perfect for curious families and adults, this educational stroll blends natural history with zoo exhibits for a memorable, engaging experience.

Office Hours with IOP Visiting Fellow, Kevin McCarthy

2026-04-08T10:30:00

Harvard Institute of Politics

lecture

Join Kevin McCarthy, visiting fellow at Harvard's Institute of Politics, for an informal office-hours session. He'll discuss current events, policy priorities, and leadership in American politics, followed by an audience Q&A in the IOP.

Reading: Burned By Billionaires with Chuck Collins

2026-04-07T19:00:00

The Purple Couch Bookshop

literature

Author Chuck Collins discusses Burned By Billionaires at The Purple Couch Bookshop in Boston, presenting a provocative look at how concentrated wealth and power reshape lives and the planet. An engaging literary evening blending reading with critical discussion in an intimate bookshop setting.

Christopher Mirabile: The Washashore reading

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Wellesley Books

literature

Author Christopher Mirabile discusses his book The Washashore in conversation with Laurie Witt at Wellesley Books. Set in a cozy bookstore, this engaging author-talk dives into themes, craft, and storytelling, offering a front-row view of contemporary literary fiction.

Ava Roberts in Conversation: The Summer House Murder

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Belmont Books

literature

Author Ava Roberts discusses her novel The Summer House Murder in conversation with Hannah Selinger at Belmont Books in Boston. A lively literary discussion exploring suspense, character, and craft.

Kanako Nishi and Allison Markin Powell with Asako Serizawa

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Brookline Booksmith

literature

An intimate evening of contemporary literature featuring Kanako Nishi and Allison Markin Powell with Asako Serizawa, reading selections at Brookline Booksmith. A bookstore event blending insight, craft, and conversation in Boston.

Meeting the Moment: Culture and Democracy Panel

2026-04-08T13:30:00

Malkin Penthouse (Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School)

lecture

Harvard Kennedy School hosts a cross-sector panel led by Anthony Foxx and Mary Skelton Roberts to explore how culture shapes democracy in Massachusetts and beyond. The discussion brings together public-sector and philanthropic leaders to offer sharp insights on civic culture, policy, and democratic engagement.

Matt Dinniman at First Parish Church

2026-04-07T19:00:00

First Parish Church

lecture

Matt Dinniman headlines a conversation at First Parish Church, presenting Operation Bounce House with Laura Martens. This intimate, witty Boston evening blends storytelling and dialogue in a historic venue, offering humor with thoughtful insights for adults and professionals.

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