The Kid LAROI - A Perfect World Tour
Australian pop-rapper The Kid LAROI headlines the A Perfect World Tour at Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston. Doors open 6:30pm, showtime 7:30pm. Rain-or-shine outdoor concert with supporting acts subject to change, delivering high-energy pop with crowd-pleasing hooks.
The Kid LAROI at Leader Bank Pavilion
Premium box seats for The Kid LAROI at Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston on May 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM. A high-energy pop show in an outdoor venue, offering intimate views from exclusive boxes and a set of chart-topping hits.
The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis
An intimate jazz performance at City Winery Boston where The Messthetics join saxophonist James Brandon Lewis on the Main Stage. Expect improvisational fusion with bold melodies and adventurous solos in a refined club setting.
M Lin with Gish Jen
Two acclaimed authors, M Lin and Gish Jen, discuss their latest works in an intimate talk at Brookline Booksmith. Expect thoughtful insights into craft, character, and contemporary storytelling, set in a cozy independent bookstore near Boston.
Dry Cleaning (18+)
Dry Cleaning brings a high-energy rock-pop show to Paradise Rock Club in Boston. This 18+ event, presented by Citizens, features punchy guitar riffs and catchy melodies in an intimate club setting, delivering a dynamic, crowd-friendly night.
Music and Meaning in the Works of David Bowie
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.
Black Dandies and the Birth of American Minstrelsy
Hybrid seminar at the Massachusetts Historical Society exploring how Edward Williams Clay’s satirical prints helped forge the Black dandy and shape early American minstrelsy. The event is free with an in-person reception at 4:30 PM, and attendees may register to attend in person or online.
Madeline Vosch, Author of Undead
Porter Square Books in Cambridge hosts Madeline Vosch for the release of Undead: A Memoir of My Suicide. The author will read from her memoir and sign copies in a relaxed bookstore setting, offering a thoughtful exploration of grief and resilience.
Annabelle Dinda
Annabelle Dinda headlines a live rock/pop show at Brighton Music Hall in Boston, presented by Citizens. The night promises energetic guitar-driven songs, catchy hooks, and an intimate club vibe at the 7 PM show on May 5, 2026.
Fakemink at Royale Nightclub Boston
Fakemink headlines a live show at Royale Nightclub in Boston. Doors open at 7:00 pm; show starts at 8:00 pm with opening acts, times subject to change. A buzzing indie-flavored night in a classic club setting—great for a casual night out in the city.
ESA, Pixel Grinder, Asphodel Ivory , DJARED
Boston's Middle East Upstairs hosts a high-energy electronic/DJ night with ESA, Pixel Grinder, Asphodel Ivory, and DJARED. Expect industrial-tinged beats, a gritty club vibe, and nonstop dancing in the intimate upstairs room.
Sol’Sešh Live by Tolieth
Experience Sol’Sešh Live by Tolieth at the Haymarket Lounge in City Winery Boston. Boston-based vocalist Tolieth blends R&B, neo-soul, reggae, and jazz with her band The Fellas for an intimate, groove-driven performance that turns a cozy room into a storytelling journey of warmth and vocal artistry.
Free Comedy Open-Mic
Free Comedy Open-Mic at The Comedy Studio in Boston on May 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM. 18+ with a 2-item minimum, no ticket needed, offering a casual, welcoming night of local stand-up in a classic club setting.
Human-Centered AI in Engineering, Health & Education
Boston College hosts a technology-forward lecture on human-centered AI across engineering, health, and education. Explore how AI supports ultrasound imaging and clinical decision making, and hear about ethical considerations and education design that align AI with real-world needs.
UMich Medical School Postdoc Preview 2026
An information session for prospective postdocs highlighting medical-school research tracks, postdoc opportunities, and career pathways. Hosted at Boston University as part of the UMich Medical School Postdoc Preview 2026, featuring program overviews and a Q&A with faculty.
David Broza
David Broza, the acclaimed Israeli singer-songwriter, performs live at City Winery Boston. Expect a distinctive blend of Hebrew, Spanish and English, with flamenco-infused folk, American rock and jazz flavors, delivered in an intimate Main Stage setting.
Spring Experience 2026
Boston Ballet presents Spring Experience 2026 at the Citizens Bank Opera House, a program of contemporary and classical ballet. This formal, artsy evening delivers precise technique and expressive storytelling with high-energy choreography in a historic Boston venue.
2026 Human Resources Roundtable – May
Join the 2026 Human Resources Roundtable – May at MassBioHub for HR leaders in life sciences. The day features panel-style discussions and practical workshops on talent retention, recruitment strategies, and people operations best practices, in a collaborative Boston setting.
Home Front, Bootlicker
Energetic punk/rock double bill at Sonia in Cambridge as The Middle East presents Home Front and Bootlicker. Doors at 7 PM; ages 18+ with ID (some listings note 21+). Tickets around $22–$29. No smoking inside; intimate, high-energy night of driving guitars and loud riffs.
Elizabeth Strout: The Things We Never Say
Elizabeth Strout discusses her novel The Things We Never Say at the Brattle Theatre, in a reading presented by Harvard Book Store. The evening blends a live reading with insights into Strout's latest work, followed by a Q&A that invites audiences to dive into contemporary literary fiction in a Cambridge setting.
Elias Rønnenfelt & Evanora Unlimited
Live music with Elias Rønnenfelt and Evanora Unlimited at the Crystal Ballroom of Somerville Theatre. The Boston-area venue hosts an edgy, high-energy set from the renowned artist and his project Evanora Unlimited, blending indie, punk and experimental sounds in an intimate theatre setting.
The Ooze
The Ooze headlines an electric dance night at Middle East - Zuzu in Boston. Expect pulsing electronic beats, immersive lighting, and a high-energy club vibe in this intimate, iconic venue.
Open Mic - Kickoff Celebration at Copley
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.
Little Image, Smilley
Two indie/alternative rock acts, Little Image and Smilley, headline a show at Middle East Upstairs in Boston. Expect guitar-driven indie rock, intimate upstairs vibes, and a lively evening of new releases on May 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM.
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