Events in Boston

Lil Mosey

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 5:00 PM

Big Night Live

Music

Hip-hop star Lil Mosey headlines Big Night Live in Boston, delivering high-energy hits from his catalog. Expect a high-energy night of melodic rap, neon-lit venue vibes, and crowd sing-alongs in a popular downtown club setting.

Once Upon a Mattress

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

Student Theatre at Agganis Arena

Theater

Stage Troupe presents Once Upon a Mattress at the Student Theatre in Agganis Arena, Boston. This Broadway-style musical-comedy follows Winnifred the Woebegone as she outsmarts Queen Aggravain and proves true love can conquer even the queen's impossible tests. A bright, family-friendly night of song and whimsy.

The Prince Project

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

Berklee Performance Center

Music

An all-star tribute concert at Berklee Performance Center honoring Prince's enduring legacy. The Prince Project, conceived by Julian Scott and Brayden Cranford and directed by Professor Tia Fuller, features a large ensemble delivering Prince’s signature blend of funk, pop, and soul in a live showcase.

Herman Wrice

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

Laugh Boston

Comedy

Herman Wrice headlines Laugh Boston with a high-energy stand-up set that blends sharp observations and bold storytelling. Expect audience interaction, fast-paced riffs on city life, and a tight, intimate club vibe for an evening of easygoing laughs.

Dan Navarro

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

Club Passim

Music

Dan Navarro performs an intimate singer-songwriter set at Club Passim in Boston. Expect heartfelt storytelling, agile guitar work, and melodic tunes from the acclaimed artist.

Carly Cosgrove

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Music

Carly Cosgrove performs a live solo show at The Rockwell in Los Angeles as part of the Get To The Gig series. An intimate evening of indie-pop singer-songwriter material, with a warm club atmosphere and storytelling through song.

Breathwork & Sound Bath Circle

Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Summer Street Wellness

Wellness

Join a calming Breathwork & Sound Bath Circle at Summer Street Wellness in Boston. A guided breathwork session flows into a resonant sound bath, promoting deep relaxation, presence, and inner balance in an intimate, supportive indoor setting perfect for adults seeking stress relief and renewal.

Friday Philosophy Colloquium: Nancy Fraser (Rescheduled)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

STH 525

Lecture

The Philosophy Department's Friday Colloquium features Nancy Fraser on 'Against the Environmentalism of the Rich', arguing that environmental protection requires emancipation of humanity and a politics beyond single-issue green causes. Held in STH 325 in Boston University.

Beginner Backpacking: Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:00 AM

Boston University

Workshop

Join a beginner-friendly backpacking session covering gear basics, safety, route planning, and overnight travel on the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway. Held at Boston University, this educational workshop guides new hikers through introductory skills and planning for a safe outdoor trip.

Don Lemon & DL Hughley: DL + DL ‘Anything Goes’

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

Shubert Theatre

Comedy

On April 17, 2026 at 8 PM, Don Lemon and DL Hughley headline a Boston night at the Shubert Theatre. Expect sharp, politics-infused stand-up and breezy banter from two veteran broadcasters, delivering a high-energy evening of contemporary comedy.

Darcy Michael Book Signing at Harvard Book Store

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Harvard Book Store

Literature

Darcy Michael, a neurodivergent comedian and author of Attention Seeker, headlines a book-signing at Harvard Book Store. Expect witty anecdotes about thriving with ADHD, a brief talk, and personalized autographing in Boston.

One in a Billion: How to Make Sure Autonomous Systems Are Safe (Enough)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM

Building 32

Lecture

This MIT talk examines how engineers can demonstrate that autonomous systems are safe enough for real-world deployment. It covers model-based and data-driven approaches, risk assessment, and practical criteria for safety in automated decision making.

Data + Donuts: Innovative Color Analysis of the HKS Political Buttons Collection

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 6:30 AM

Malkin Penthouse (Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School)

Lecture

Tracy Stuber, a digital humanities expert at Harvard, presents Data + Donuts on innovative color analysis of the HKS Political Buttons Collection. The session showcases new tools for visual data extraction and historical interpretation of political memorabilia, blending data science with political history in a lively academic setting.

Blodgett Chamber Music Series: Parker Quartet

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 4:00 PM

John Knowles Paine Concert Hall

Music

Parker Quartet headlines Harvard’s Blodgett Chamber Music Series in Boston, performing Schubert's String Quartets D.703 and D.804, plus Paul Wiancko's Strange Beloved Land. A refined evening of intimate, virtuosic quartet repertoire at the John Knowles Paine Concert Hall.

Road to GEM Speaker Series: Hernán Lacunza

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Malkin Penthouse (Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School)

Lecture

Harvard CID presents the Road to GEM Speaker Series with Hernán Lacunza at Harvard Kennedy School. A timely talk on economics and policy, exploring governance and economic management in Latin America, with Q&A to follow.

Snail Mail

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM

Big Night Live

Music

Indie-rock band Snail Mail rocks Boston's Big Night Live for an intimate evening of punchy guitars and moody ballads. Lindsey Jordan delivers sharp hooks and heartfelt songs in a high-energy, crowd-friendly venue.

HEALTH x CARPENTER BRUT

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM

Citizens House of Blues Boston

Music

A night of hard-hitting rock as HEALTH teams up with Carpenter Brut for a high-energy live show at Citizens House of Blues Boston. Expect a genre-blending set that fuses industrial-tinged rock with synth-driven intensity, delivered in a famed Boston venue with a club-like atmosphere.

Building Belonging: Inclusive and Intergenerational Housing for Older Adults

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

School of Social Work Library, McGuinn B38

Conference

Experts from 2Life Communities and LGBTQ Senior Housing discuss inclusive, affordable, intergenerational housing for older adults, with brief presentations followed by a moderated panel. Explore design, affordability, and community-building in aging in place at the School of Social Work Library.

Student–Faculty Scholarship Series with Prof. Spencer Lee-Lenfield

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Harvard Foundation, Grays Hall, Lower Level

Lecture

Join Prof. Spencer Lee-Lenfield for a scholarly look at how writers reconstruct a life from fragments and archives, weighing competing narratives through careful source evaluation and fact-checking. This lecture in the Student–Faculty Scholarship Series highlights approaches to literary biography and credibility assessment.

FernGully: The Last Rainforest

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM

Brattle Theatre

Film

Friday Film Matinee at the Brattle Theatre in Boston celebrating Earth Day. Watch FernGully: The Last Rainforest, the beloved animated adventure about magical creatures defending a lush rainforest. A kid-friendly, eco-friendly screening that blends classic cartoon charm with timeless environmental messages.

Bill Bellamy

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM

City Winery Boston — Main Stage

Comedy

Bill Bellamy brings his sharp stand-up to City Winery Boston's Main Stage for an evening of smart, high-energy jokes. Expect his signature storytelling and crowd work in an intimate wine-bar setting.

Trauma Therapy: IFS & Somatic Experiencing (Spanish)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 5:00 AM

Boston College

Workshop

A three-hour professional workshop at Boston College led by Paola Bustani, focusing on trauma treatment using IFS and Somatic Experiencing. Includes experiential exercises and concepts from attachment theory and polyvagal theory.

Sherri Shepherd: Make It Make Sense Tour

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 3:30 PM

The Wilbur Theatre

Comedy

Sherri Shepherd brings her Make It Make Sense Tour to The Wilbur Theatre in Boston, delivering sharp, observational stand-up with her signature energy. Expect bold crowd work, smart commentary, and a night of big laughs in an intimate, historic venue.

Simpsons Trivia

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 3:00 PM

City Winery Boston — Main Stage

Nightlife

Test your Simpsons knowledge at City Winery Boston's Main Stage. This bar-night trivia invites fans to answer clever questions about the iconic TV family in a relaxed, social setting—perfect for a fun, adult-friendly night out in Boston.

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