Artsy & Creative Events in Boston

Sol’Sešh Live by Tolieth

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

Haymarket Lounge at City Winery Boston

Music

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.

Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone Exhibition Catalogue

Wed, 6 May 2026 · All day

Peabody Essex Museum

Art

Join a free evening at the Peabody Essex Museum in Boston for Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone—an exhibition catalogue launch and gallery overview. The program highlights Lewis's stone sculpture and the new publication accompanying the show, with curator insights and gallery highlights.

Boston in 12 Massacres Part II

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

A dark, multi-part theatre piece staged at The Rockwell in Somerville, Part II of Boston in 12 Massacres continues a four-part series that probes weighty themes through intimate storytelling and stark visuals. Expect tense drama, provocative imagery, and a room that heightens the experience of the performance.

Elias Rønnenfelt & Evanora Unlimited

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre

Music

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.

Spring Experience 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026

Citizens Opera House

Theater

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.

Watercolor Painting Workshop at LoPresti Park

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 6:00 AM

LoPresti Park33 Sumner Street, Boston

Art

Join a free watercolor painting workshop in LoPresti Park. Learn basic watercolor techniques in a casual, park-side session with artist-guided instruction, perfect for beginners and families exploring art outdoors in Boston.

The Artist’s Voice: Derrick Adams with Salamishah Tillet

Thu, 7 May 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

An artist-talk at ICA Boston featuring Derrick Adams in conversation with Salamishah Tillet. The session explores Adams’s multidisciplinary practice, themes of race and identity, and his place in contemporary art, offering lively insights into his work and its cultural context for a thoughtful audience.

Poetry reading: Niloufar Talebi and Elizabeth T. Gray Jr.

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Brookline Booksmith

Literature

Two acclaimed poets, Niloufar Talebi and Elizabeth T. Gray Jr., read from their work and discuss literary craft at Brookline Booksmith. An intimate evening of poetry and conversation in a cozy bookstore setting, with opportunities to meet the authors.

Run Boy Run

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

The Calderwood Pavilion

Theater

The Huntington Theatre Company presents Run Boy Run at The Calderwood Pavilion in Boston, running May 7–June 7, 2026. A compelling dramatic production blending intimate storytelling with bold staging, anchored by a powerful ensemble.

Sloan Wainwright, Susan Cattaneo, and Cosy Sheridan: Mother Tree

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Club Passim

Music

Three renowned singer-songwriters—Sloan Wainwright, Susan Cattaneo, and Cosy Sheridan—perform Mother Tree at Club Passim, Boston. Expect close-harmony folk storytelling, warm acoustics, and an intimate, club-room atmosphere that spotlights veteran American roots music.

Member Tour: Derrick Adams:View Master

Fri, 8 May 2026 · All day

Institute of Contemporary Art Boston

Art

Take a members-only tour at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston highlighting Derrick Adams's View Master. This guided visit offers insight into Adams's multimedia practice and the exhibition's themes as you explore the works with ICA staff.

Ray Chen

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

Symphony Hall

Music

Renowned violinist Ray Chen headlines a program at Symphony Hall in Boston with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, delivering virtuosic classical solos and lush orchestral passages in an elegant, acoustically renowned setting.

Member Exhibitions Insight Tour

Sat, 9 May 2026 · All day

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Art

An exclusive members-only tour at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, exploring the Winter/Spring 2026 exhibitions: Photography and the Re-Imagined Self, Picturing Isabella, and Jamie Diamond: Monstra Te Esse Matrem. Enjoy insider insights and a curated peek behind the scenes of these photography-focused shows.

Creative Foundations: Cyanotypes

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 6:30 AM

Peabody Essex Museum

Art

Explore the cyanotype print process at the Peabody Essex Museum. This hands-on session introduces the historical sun-print technique and guides you in creating your own blue-toned photographs in a gallery setting.

SoWa Open Market

Sun, 10 May 2026 · All day

SoWa Open Market

Market

On May 10, 2026 from 11:00, SoWa Open Market in Boston showcases 250+ local artisans, farmers, and food trucks with live music. This outdoor, pet-friendly market offers free admission and a lively craft-and-food scene in the SoWa district. A casual, family-friendly day out with plenty of unique finds.

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition

Sun, 10 May 2026 · All day

Boch Center

Art

Experience an immersive exhibition of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel masterpieces at the Boch Center. High-resolution reproductions, close-up fresco detail, and expert commentary illuminate Renaissance art for Boston audiences in a dramatic gallery setting.

A Tall Girl's Lament & Charlie's Spring

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

Two one-night performances form a double bill at The Rockwell: A Tall Girl's Lament and Charlie's Spring. This intimate theater evening blends sharp storytelling with stage presence, inviting audiences into a warm, witty, and thoughtful mix of character-driven pieces. Set in a cozy indoor venue, the show promises engaging performances and a shared, small-audience vibe.

Best Friends!!

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

Best Friends!!, a Boston Fringe showcase at The Rockwell, promises a lively evening of intimate theater and sharp humor. Presented by Boston Fringe, this fringe piece delivers bold, playful storytelling in a cozy, character-rich venue.

10 Skills 2 Years

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

An intimate fringe theatre piece '10 Skills 2 Years' presented as part of The Boston Fringe Festival at The Rockwell. A witty, provocative exploration of skill-building and personal growth through live performance. A perfect pick for fans of contemporary fringe theatre seeking bold, original work.

An Evening With Vanessa Carlton: Veils Tour

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

City Winery Boston — Main Stage

Music

Vanessa Carlton headlines City Winery Boston's Main Stage for the Veils Tour, delivering intimate piano-driven pop with her signature storytelling. Expect lush melodies, refined arrangements, and a classy evening at this renowned venue on May 12, 2026.

Keeping Secrets

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

Keeping Secrets is an intimate fringe theater piece presented as part of the Boston Fringe Festival at The Rockwell. This bold, thought-provoking show explores hidden truths through storytelling and movement, offering an artistically daring late-evening experience. A must-see for fans of contemporary fringe theater.

The Cloud Collector

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

A fringe theater piece titled The Cloud Collector at The Rockwell, part of the Boston Fringe Festival, offering an experimental performance blending evocative storytelling with live theatre.

How To Peel An Orange

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

A playful solo show from the Boston Fringe, How To Peel An Orange headlines The Rockwell with witty storytelling, quirky observations, and inventive stagecraft. This intimate performance blends humor and reflection in a fresh, offbeat evening of theatre.

PSA: Pelvic Service Announcement

Tue, 12 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Rockwell

Theater

An edgy fringe-theater piece presented as a PSA, blending bold humor with provocative storytelling about pelvic health. From the Boston Fringe Festival, this intimate The Rockwell show offers boundary-pushing satire and engaging, audience-friendly storytelling in a lively venue.

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