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.

Cardinal Pizzaballa: Reflections on Faith and Public Life

Disability Community Forum

The City of Boston hosts a Disability Community Forum to hear residents' experiences, discuss accessibility needs, and explore inclusive services. This free public meeting at 120 Tremont Street invites people with disabilities, caregivers, and allies to share input with city officials.

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.

AI Prompting for Modern Workflows

This hands-on workshop at Boston Public Library guides you through crafting effective prompts for text, image, and data tasks. Learn what prompts are, compare how ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini respond, and leave with practical prompts you can use at work. Bring a laptop; accessibility accommodations available.

Starting Your Own Firm: A Practical Guide to Solo & Small Firm Success

Boston University presents a practical lecture for aspiring solo and small-firm practitioners, covering business planning, client development, pricing, and daily operations. Learn actionable strategies and real-world case examples to launch and grow a durable practice.

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.

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.

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.

The Casualties, The Drowns

Two-punk bands The Casualties and The Drowns headline a high-energy double bill at Sonia, presented by The Middle East. The show is 18+, doors open 6:30 PM; advance tickets are $22, $27 day-of, and $29 at the door.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.