Friday, May 4
“The Patios” Opens on City Hall Plaza
“The Patios” opens today on City Hall Plaza. Located on the southwest corner of the plaza, there are nine patio areas, a main pavilion and a “brew yard.” From food trucks weekdays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to homemade ice cream from Honeycomb Creamery Thursday through Sunday, and so much in between you’ll want to stop by and be sure not to miss any upcoming events happening all summer long. City Hall Plaza, Boston.
Cinco de Mayo Weekend Kick Off
Kick off Cinco de Mayo weekend at The Lawn on D with Mexican-style food and Southie Ritas while enjoying entertainment and lawn games, along with face painting and live music. 7-11 a.m. and noon to 11 p.m, The Lawn on D, 420 D St., Boston.
Star Wars Weekend at the Children’s Museum
May the fourth be with you. Head to Boston Children’s Museum and celebrate all things Star Wars. Dress up as your favorite character, put your Jedi skills to the test on their training course, build a Death Star, meet your favorite characters and more. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Boston Children's Museum, 308 Congress St., Boston.
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Guided tours take place daily at Harpoon Brewery, giving visitors an up close and personal view of the brewing process. As part of the tour, visitors 21 and over will enjoy a range of freshly-brewed Harpoon and UFO beers. Tours last approximately one hour. Tickets are $5 and only available the day of the tour and can only be purchased in person. Noon to 6 p.m., Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave., Boston.
ICA First Friday: Internet of Things
Head on over to the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston’s First Friday event, which tonight is all things internet. Get connected with contemporary art, cocktails, music, activities, dancing and more. Free for members, $15 for non-members, 5-10 p.m., Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston.
Museum of Fine Arts First Fridays
Join the folks at the Museum of Fine Arts tonight and kick off the weekend with fine art, music, signature cocktails, tapas and more. Tickets are $25, seniors and students are $23 and free for members. 6-9:30 p.m., Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston.
A brand new production of the “The Sound of Music” arrives at the Boch Center Wang Theatre May 1-13. The beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family features the Tony, Grammy and Award-Winning Best Score. Tickets start at $35. 7 p.m., Boch Center Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St., Boston.
Saturday, May 5
Cinco de Mayo on The Lawn on D
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo all day long at The Lawn on D with Mexican-style food, drinks, entertainment, live music, lawn games, face painting and more. 7-11 a.m. and noon to 11 p.m. The Lawn on D, 420 D St., Boston.
Kids in the Kitchen with Siena Farms
Is your child the next budding Master Chef Jr. or just loves the idea of cooking? Head on over to the Boston Public Market this morning for a kids in the kitchen event where children ages 6-12 can learn about local food and the journey it makes from farm to table. Today learn about Spring on the farm with Jen from Siena Farm. 10-11 a.m., Boston Public Market, 1oo Hanover St., Boston.
The first Annual Boston Taco Festival comes to City Hall Plaza this weekend. Enjoy a tacos and Mexican cuisine from a variety of different restaurants, along with beverage stations, live music, a taco eating contest and more. Tickets start at $15., 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., City Hall Plaza, 1 City Hall Square, Boston.
Greenway Spring Food Truck Festival
Kick off spring on the Greenway with your favorite food trucks and carts at the Greenway’s Spring Food Truck Festival. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Atlantic Avenue and High Street, Boston.
Star Wars Weekend at the Children’s Museum
Head to Boston Children’s Museum and celebrate all things Star Wars this weekend. Dress up as your favorite character, put your Jedi skills to the test on their training course, build a Death Star, meet your favorite characters and more. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Boston Children's Museum, 308 Congress St., Boston.
Opening Weekend at the Greenway Open Market
It’s opening weekend at the Greenway Open Market. Celebrating its eighth season, this open-air artisan market features talented area artists, crafters and independent designers. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rose Kennedy Greenway, 185 Kneeland St., Boston.
Boston Margarita Madness Crawl
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Margarita Madness Crawl right here in Boston. More than 20 of Boston’s most historic bars in Faneuil Hall are offering up their signature margaritas. Tickets are $20. Noon to 10 p.m.
Join Taza Chocolate for a family-friendly, truffle making workshop this afternoon at the Boston Public Market. You even get to take home a dozen truffles when you’re done. Tickets are $28-32. 1 p.m., the Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
A brand new production of the “The Sound of Music” arrives at the Boch Center Wang Theatre May 1-13. The beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family features the Tony, Grammy and Award-Winning Best Score. Tickets start at $35. Performances today at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Boch Center Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St., Boston.
Sunday, May 6
Project Bread’s 50th Annual Walk for Hunger and 5K Run
Thousands of walkers and runners will gather at the Boston Common this morning for the 50th annual Walk for Hunger and 5K Run to benefit Project Bread. 6 a.m., Boston Common.
The first Annual Boston Taco Festival comes to City Hall Plaza this weekend. Enjoy a tacos and Mexican cuisine from a variety of different restaurants, along with beverage stations, live music, a taco eating contest and more. Tickets start at $15., 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., City Hall Plaza, 1 City Hall Square, Boston.
The SoWa Open Market is back for its 15th season. Enjoy this weekly celebration of local artisans, farmers, food trucks, brewers, musicians and more. While you’re there enjoy a selection of local brews, stay for a lawn game and enjoy live music. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 530 Harrison Ave., Boston.
Opening Day at the Central Flea
The Central Flea returns for another season with the grand opening today featuring 50 vintage and antique vendors, along with more than 60 artists and designers, dozens of fair trade vendors, specialty food vendors food trucks, live music and more. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year the Central Flea is at its new bigger location – University Park, 91 Sidney St., Cambridge.
Star Wars Weekend at the Children’s Museum
May the fourth be with you. Head to Boston Children’s Museum and celebrate all things Star Wars this weekend. Dress up as your favorite character, put your Jedi skills to the test on their training course, build a Death Star, meet your favorite characters and more. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Boston Children's Museum, 308 Congress St., Boston.
Blue Man Group at the Charles Playhouse
Combining music, technology and comedy, Blue Man Group creates a form of entertainment that can’t be defined, but appeals to people of all ages. Described as “innovative,” “energetic” and “wildly entertaining,” the best way to truly understand what Blue Man Group is, is to see the show yourself. Tickets start at $66. Performances today at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
A brand new production of the “The Sound of Music” arrives at the Boch Center Wang Theatre May 1-13. The beloved musical story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family features the Tony, Grammy and Award-Winning Best Score. Tickets start at $35. Performances today at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., Boch Center Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St., Boston.
