Kacey Musgraves: Middle of Nowhere Tour
Catch the multi-Grammy-winning artist live at TD Garden for an arena-filling Friday night set.
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Updated dailyThings to do in Boston, MA
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in Boston, MA. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
12 hand-picked things to do in Boston, MA right now · 5 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Boston, MA
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Day 1
MorningLittle Shop of Horrors: 40th Anniversary Screening feat. Ellen Greene
A special milestone screening celebrating the cult classic film, featuring a special appearance by the legendary Ellen Greene.
AfternoonRow 34
An unbeatable local destination for raw-bar freshness, crisp coastal lagers, and exceptional New England seafood.
EveningKacey Musgraves: Middle of Nowhere Tour
Catch the multi-Grammy-winning artist live at TD Garden for an arena-filling Friday night set.
Day 2
MorningHistorical Walking Tours of Harvard Yard
Student-led historical walks offering deep dives into architecture, lore, and centuries of campus history as autumn approaches.
AfternoonNeptune Oyster
A legendary tiny North End gem famous for its warm lobster rolls and immaculate crudo selections.
EveningBrad Paisley Live
High-energy guitar work and chart-topping country anthems right outside the iconic ballpark.
Day 3
MorningICA Watershed Late Summer Openings
Massive-scale contemporary art installations housed within a converted industrial shipyard space across the harbor.
AfternoonCommunity Boating Sail on the Charles
Catch the late-summer breeze off the water with a day of public sailing right on the basin.
EveningTD Garden Arena Tour
Go behind the scenes of Boston's premier sports and entertainment venue with an exclusive daytime arena walkthrough.
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🎉 Happening Today
Concerts, comedy, and Friday night plans in the city
Brad Paisley Live
High-energy guitar work and chart-topping country anthems right outside the iconic ballpark.
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Little Shop of Horrors: 40th Anniversary Screening feat. Ellen Greene
A special milestone screening celebrating the cult classic film, featuring a special appearance by the legendary Ellen Greene.
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☀️ This Weekend in Boston, MA
Make the most of the final summer weekend stretch
TD Garden Arena Tour
Go behind the scenes of Boston's premier sports and entertainment venue with an exclusive daytime arena walkthrough.
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The Sports Museum Tour & Boston Bruins Heritage Hall
Explore decades of Boston sports history, memorabilia, and dedicated hockey exhibits housed right inside the Garden.
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Community Boating Sail on the Charles
Catch the late-summer breeze off the water with a day of public sailing right on the basin.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
New neighborhood spots and seasonal dining highlights
Row 34
An unbeatable local destination for raw-bar freshness, crisp coastal lagers, and exceptional New England seafood.
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Neptune Oyster
A legendary tiny North End gem famous for its warm lobster rolls and immaculate crudo selections.
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✨ New & Notable
Seasonal experiences and cultural happenings around town
Historical Walking Tours of Harvard Yard
Student-led historical walks offering deep dives into architecture, lore, and centuries of campus history as autumn approaches.
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ICA Watershed Late Summer Openings
Massive-scale contemporary art installations housed within a converted industrial shipyard space across the harbor.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Effortless weekend trips within a 2-hour drive of the city
Rockport & Cape Ann Coastal Retreat
Head an hour north past Gloucester to explore Bearskin Neck's boutique artisan shops, historic granite quarries, and ocean views.
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Portsmouth Culinary & Historic Escape
Cross the border into New Hampshire's historic coastal hub for riverside dining, boutique shopping, and historic homes.
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