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.

Cass R. Sunstein: Separation of Powers

2026-04-07T18:30:00

MIT Museum

lecture

Renowned legal scholar Cass R. Sunstein discusses how separation of powers can safeguard liberty in troubled times, in a Boston talk at the MIT Museum. The talk blends constitutional insight with contemporary governance, offering accessible analysis for a general audience.

Debate, Debrief, and Dessert: Foreign Policy and America's Role

2026-04-07T18:00:00

Harvard Institute of Politics

lecture

A thoughtful panel discussion at the Harvard Institute of Politics on U.S. foreign policy and America's role in global affairs, featuring briefings and audience Q&A, followed by dessert. The event combines rigorous analysis with engaging dialogue in a renowned campus venue.

Jonathan Butler

2026-04-07T18:00:00

City Winery Boston — Main Stage

music

Jonathan Butler delivers a soulful guitar-driven live show at City Winery Boston's Main Stage. Expect jazz-infused R&B with captivating vocals, in an intimate winery setting. The evening features two performances at 6:00pm and 9:30pm, offering a refined, wine-friendly concert experience.

Can Democracy Survive the Data Economy?

2026-04-07T18:00:00

GBH Fraser Performance Studio

lecture

An evening forum exploring how democracy withstands the data economy, with scholars and practitioners examining data governance, platform power, surveillance, and policy responses. The discussion considers how algorithmic decision-making reshapes civic life, elections, and accountability, hosted at the GBH Fraser Performance Studio in Boston.

Debate, Debrief, and Dessert: Foreign Policy and America's Role in the World Today

2026-04-07T18:00:00

Institute of Politics at Harvard Kennedy School, Land Hall

lecture

At the JFK Jr. Forum (Harvard Kennedy School, Boston), a moderated dialogue between Michael Anton and Jake Sullivan on America's role in today’s world, examining competing perspectives on foreign policy. The event caps with Erica Chenoweth's remarks, part of the Debate, Debrief, and Dessert series.

Discussion: You've Been Pooping All Wrong with Dr. Trisha Pasricha

2026-04-07T18:00:00

Harvard Science Center

literature

Dr. Trisha Pasricha discusses You've Been Pooping All Wrong: How to Make Your Bowel Movements a Joy, in conversation with economist David Laibson, at the Harvard Science Center in Boston. An engaging literature talk that blends health science with witty humor and accessible insights.

Matt Pryor, J. Russell, Small Uncle

2026-04-07T18:30:00

Sonia (The Middle East)

music

Headlined by Matt Pryor with J. Russell and Small Uncle, this 18+ indie-powered night at Sonia features dynamic guitar-led sets. Doors at 6:30 PM; advance tickets start at $24 and are $29 on the day of the show; enjoy dining perks and skip-the-line options inside a lively venue vibe.

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.

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.

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.

You've Been Pooping All Wrong: How to Make Your Bowel Movements a Joy

2026-04-07T18:00:00

Harvard Science Center

lecture

Dr. Trisha Pasricha speaks at the Harvard Science Center in Boston in a live conversation titled 'You've Been Pooping All Wrong: How to Make Your Bowel Movements a Joy,' with economist David Laibson. An engaging, expert-led discussion on gut health and everyday wellness.

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.

Thought Leader Lecture: David DesPrez

2026-04-07T18:00:00

Building 9, 354

lecture

An evening Thought Leader Lecture with David DesPrez, Bain Capital partner, on distressed real estate investing and capital solutions in North America. The talk covers property-level debt and equity, non-performing loans, and opportunities in distressed assets, presented at Building 9, 354 in Boston.

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.

Dreamers

2026-04-07T18:00:00

Brattle Theatre

film

Screening of the film Dreamers at the Brattle Theatre in Boston on April 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM UTC. A thoughtful tale about freedom and love, set in an intimate, art-house venue—perfect for fans of character-driven cinema.

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.

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.

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