Events in Boston

Colm Tóibín

2026-04-15T14:30:00

Milton High School Auditorium

Literature

Colm Tóibín gives a literary reading at Milton High School Auditorium in Boston, presenting selections from his acclaimed novels and essays. The intimate school-venue setting offers thoughtful engagement with contemporary Irish and global literature.

Nuclear Proliferation and American Security: The Inaugural Carnesale Convenings

2026-04-15T14:00:00

Malkin Penthouse (Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School)

Conference

The inaugural Carnesale Convenings at Harvard Kennedy School launches a Belfer Center forum on nuclear proliferation and American security. Expect a high-level, panel-style discussion by leading scholars and policymakers, introducing a new series that blends cutting-edge research with practical policy debate.

Helloween: 40th Anniversary North American Tour 2026

2026-04-15T14:30:00

Citizens House of Blues Boston

Music

German power metal legends Helloween bring their 40th Anniversary North American Tour to Boston's House of Blues. The show promises high-energy performances of classic tracks and new material, delivering a powerful metal night at a renowned venue.

Screening of BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions for Social Media

2026-04-15T15:00:00

Building E15, E15-070 (Bartos Theater)

Film

Screening of BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions for Social Media, a genre-bending documentary by Kahlil Joseph, screens at MIT's Bartos Theater (Building E15) as part of the MLK Visiting Professorship. Hosted by Lupe Fiasco, this intimate cinema experience blends sonic textures with social critique.

The Dark Frontier: Unlocking the Secrets of the Deep Sea

2026-04-15T14:00:00

Harvard Science Center

Lecture

Join ocean-science journalist Jeffrey Marlow at the Harvard Science Center for 'The Dark Frontier: Unlocking the Secrets of the Deep Sea.' This engaging lecture dives into abyssal ecosystems, deep-sea exploration, and the technologies uncovering the planet's least-known depths.

The Shawshank Redemption (1994) [35mm]

2026-04-15T15:30:00

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Film

A 35mm screening of the classic The Shawshank Redemption (1994) at Somerville Theatre in Boston. Directed by Frank Darabont, this special print offers a nostalgic big-screen experience.

The Dark Frontier: Jeffrey Marlow Deep-Sea Talk

2026-04-15T14:00:00

Harvard Science Center

Lecture

Jeffrey Marlow presents The Dark Frontier: Unlocking the Secrets of the Deep Sea at the Harvard Science Center, blending ocean science with storytelling from the frontiers of exploration. The talk offers accessible insights into deep-sea biology, underwater missions, and what we still have to discover about the ocean.

Women Innovators Network Female Founders Dinner with Allison J. Malloy

2026-04-15T14:00:00

245 Beacon Street, 202

Lecture

Join the Women Innovators Network for its Female Founders Dinner featuring Allison J. Malloy, founder-turned-VC. Hear practical insights on entrepreneurship and venture investing in a Boston-area venue at 245 Beacon Street, Room 107, April 15, 6-8pm. An energizing evening of networking and ideas.

Clare Carlisle at Harvard Book Store

2026-04-15T15:00:00

Harvard Book Store

Literature

Clare Carlisle discusses Transcendence for Beginners: Life Writing and Philosophy in conversation with James Wood at Harvard Book Store in Boston. A thoughtful literary talk exploring how life-writing intersects memory, identity, and philosophical questions in an accessible bookstore setting.

Kellie Carter Jackson: We Refuse

2026-04-15T15:00:00

Brookline Booksmith

Literature

Historian Kellie Carter Jackson discusses her work We Refuse at Brookline Booksmith, offering an accessible exploration of abolition-era resistance and its relevance today. The author talk includes context, insights, and a Q&A in a welcoming bookstore setting near Boston.

Barns Courtney, Belle and Chain

2026-04-15T14:30:00

Sonia (The Middle East)

Music

Live show featuring Barns Courtney and Belle and Chain at Sonia, presented by The Middle East. An all-ages indoor rock concert with doors at 6:30pm; advance tickets $25, $30 on the day of the show. Promises high-energy guitar-led vibes in a classic Cambridge venue.

Pépin Lecture Series - Baking an Impact with Chef Genevieve Meli

2026-04-15T14:00:00

Boston University

Food

Join the Pépin Lecture Series for Baking an Impact with Chef Genevieve Meli at Boston University. A culinary talk and live demo exploring sustainable baking, flavor innovation, and the social impact of food, in a university setting.

History of the World: Part I (1981) [DCP]

2026-04-15T15:00:00

Coolidge Corner Theatre

Film

Screening of Mel Brooks' 1981 comedy History of the World: Part I at the historic Coolidge Corner Theatre in Boston. This rollicking spoof of world history delivers iconic sketches and universal chuckles, showcasing classic cinema at a beloved independent venue.

Oh Wonder

2026-04-15T16:00:00

Shubert Theatre

Music

Indie-pop duo Oh Wonder performs an intimate set at Boston's Shubert Theatre. Expect lush harmonies, shimmering synths, and a curated mix of hits in an elegant, live-music atmosphere.

PIECES ft. Chow, Rochelle Blue, Swooli, MonaVeli, & DJ Lavagxrl

2026-04-15T17:00:00

Middle East - Zuzu

Music

EveryDejaVu brings PIECES to the intimate Middle East - Zuzu for a high-energy hip-hop night in Boston. Featuring Chow, Rochelle Blue, Swooli, MonaVeli, and DJ Lavagxrl, this show promises magnetic rhymes, tight DJ sets, and a club-ready atmosphere.

Migration Workshop: Author-Meets-Critics with Prema A. Kurien

2026-04-15T13:00:00

Boston University

Literature

An engaging literature event at Boston University featuring Prema A. Kurien in a lively author-meets-critics panel on migration narratives. The session pairs readings with critical discussion, offering fresh insights into how migration shapes voices, cultures, and histories within BU’s academic setting.

David Cook plus Jeff LeBlanc

2026-04-15T15:30:00

City Winery Boston — Main Stage

Music

David Cook and Jeff LeBlanc share the Main Stage at City Winery Boston for an intimate evening of melodic pop and soft-rock tunes. Expect warm vocal harmonies, storytelling lyrics, and a wine-friendly venue in the historic City Winery setting—an entertainer's night with broad appeal.

Jasmine Warga reading at Cambridge Public Library

2026-04-15T14:00:00

Cambridge Public Library

Literature

Jasmine Warga reads from and discusses her novels A Rover’s Story and Other Words for Home at Cambridge Public Library, offering insights into character, memory, and storytelling for young readers and families.

South Pleasant Revival + Ice Lemonade + The Apple Snaps + Nicole Dobberpuhl

2026-04-15T15:00:00

The Middle East Upstairs

Music

Rock lineup at Middle East Upstairs in Boston features South Pleasant Revival with Ice Lemonade and The Apple Snaps, plus Caramia and The Breakdown and Nicole Dobberpuhl. A high-energy night of gritty guitars and crowd-ready anthems in a classic indie venue.

Reading: A Force for Good with Anita Wyzanski Robboy

2026-04-15T14:00:00

Boston Athenæum

Literature

Anita Wyzanski Robboy leads a discussion of 'A Force for Good: Gisela Warburg Wyzanski' at the Boston Athenaeum. The event offers literary context, archival insights, and a focused look at the subject's life and legacy.

Pride Week Celebration Concert

2026-04-15T15:00:00

The Red Room at Cafe 939

Music

An inclusive Pride Week Celebration Concert in Boston's intimate Red Room at Cafe 939. Free admission, local and touring LGBTQ+-friendly artists deliver high-energy live music in a welcoming, club-like setting. A feel-good night to kick off Pride with community and great tunes.

Jazz Ensemble

2026-04-15T15:00:00

Fenway Center

Music

Professor Joel LaRue Smith conducts the Northeastern Jazz Ensemble in a 7:00 PM concert at Fenway Center on April 15, 2026. A polished university-jazz program featuring student musicians, blending tradition with contemporary improvisation in a focused campus venue.

I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME

2026-04-15T15:00:00

Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens

Music

IDKHBTFM brings its high-energy rock-pop show to Paradise Rock Club in Boston on April 15, 2026. Presented by Citizens, the indoor venue hosts an intimate, guitar-driven night with punchy hooks, soaring choruses, and the band's signature indie-leaning sound.

HKS on the Road: Washington, DC

2026-04-15T13:30:00

Malkin Penthouse (Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School)

Lecture

Join Harvard Kennedy School for HKS on the Road in Washington, DC, an alumni evening of ideas on what’s next for public service and effective government. Hear concise insights from HKS experts, connect with fellow alums, and discuss policy challenges in a lively, professional setting.

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