Boston Celtics v. Charlotte Hornets (Preseason)
Catch the reigning champions back on the parquet floor at TD Garden for an early look at the squad ahead of the new season.
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Updated dailyThings to do in Boston this weekend (Oct 16–18)
This weekend in Boston: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026
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.
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A perfect 3 days in Boston, MA
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Day 1
MorningOperation Mincemeat (Touring)
The hit West End musical comedy arrives in Boston, telling the astonishing true story of the wartime deception plan that fooled the Nazis.
AfternoonThe Daily Catch
A cramped, legendary Sicilian-style seafood spot in the North End serving fresh calamari, squid ink pasta, and hearty fish stews right in the pan.
EveningBoston Celtics v. Charlotte Hornets (Preseason)
Catch the reigning champions back on the parquet floor at TD Garden for an early look at the squad ahead of the new season.
Day 2
MorningBoston Symphony Orchestra
Experience an exquisite morning orchestral performance inside the world-renowned acoustics of Symphony Hall.
AfternoonRow 34
An industrial-chic oyster bar in the Fort Point neighborhood offering crisp New England lagers on tap, lobster rolls, and hyper-local raw bar selections.
EveningFantastic Cat at The Sinclair
Four singer-songwriters turned collaborative indie-rock supergroup take the stage in Harvard Square for an intimate night of rootsy tunes.
Day 3
MorningAutumn Foliage Walk in the Public Garden
Witness the iconic weeping willows turning golden and the crisp crimson maples framing the Swan Pond during peak mid-October transition.
AfternoonHead of the Charles Regatta Preparation
Watch rowing teams practice along the Charles River banks ahead of the world's largest three-day regatta event later this month.
EveningOlivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour
High-energy pop anthems and soaring vocals fill TD Garden for a massive arena tour stop.
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🎟️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight in Boston
Operation Mincemeat (Touring)
The hit West End musical comedy arrives in Boston, telling the astonishing true story of the wartime deception plan that fooled the Nazis.
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Fantastic Cat at The Sinclair
Four singer-songwriters turned collaborative indie-rock supergroup take the stage in Harvard Square for an intimate night of rootsy tunes.
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🍂 This Weekend in Boston, MA · Oct 16–18
Concerts, tours, and stage performances for the upcoming days
Olivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour
High-energy pop anthems and soaring vocals fill TD Garden for a massive arena tour stop.
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Boston Symphony Orchestra
Experience an exquisite morning orchestral performance inside the world-renowned acoustics of Symphony Hall.
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Brazilian Night feat. Ian Coury & Friends
An intimate evening of choro and contemporary Brazilian instrumental music featuring mandolin virtuoso Ian Coury.
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🍲 Eat & Drink
Buzzy spots, seasonal menus, and local neighborhood favorites
The Daily Catch
A cramped, legendary Sicilian-style seafood spot in the North End serving fresh calamari, squid ink pasta, and hearty fish stews right in the pan.
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Row 34
An industrial-chic oyster bar in the Fort Point neighborhood offering crisp New England lagers on tap, lobster rolls, and hyper-local raw bar selections.
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✨ New & Notable
Seasonal experiences and limited-run happenings across the city
Autumn Foliage Walk in the Public Garden
Witness the iconic weeping willows turning golden and the crisp crimson maples framing the Swan Pond during peak mid-October transition.
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Head of the Charles Regatta Preparation
Watch rowing teams practice along the Charles River banks ahead of the world's largest three-day regatta event later this month.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend getaways within a 2-3 hour drive of Boston
Historic Coastal Weekend in Portsmouth, NH
Drive an hour north for a weekend exploring brick storefronts, waterfront dining on the Piscataqua River, and the preserved 17th-century homes at Strawbery Banke.
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Apple Picking & Cider Donuts in Stow, MA
Head west for a classic New England farm day trip to pick Honeycrisp apples, navigate a corn maze, and enjoy hot apple cider donuts fresh from the bakery.
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