Monday, May 6
Enjoy movies with your preschooler at the Roslindale Branch of the Boston Public Library. 10:30-11:30 a.m., 4246 Washington St., Roslindale.
Every mom’s favorite online moms Cat and Nat are live tonight to share their ultra real dispatches from the mom trenches following the release of their newest book. Join them for this event any mom you know won’t want to miss. Tickets start at $25. 7 p.m., Lynn Memorial Auditorium, 3 City Hall Square, Lynn.
Free Comedy Night at McGreevy’s Boston
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Enjoy a free comedy night featuring some of the best stand-up comics in the Northeast at McGreevy’s Boston every Monday and Tuesday. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. and it’s a 21 plus show. McGreevy’s Boston, 911 Boylston St.
Cityside Free Comedy Monday Featuring Chanel Ali (MTV’s Girl Code)
Enjoy free comedy every Monday night at Cityside Bar with some of the best stand-up comics working today, along with frequent, surprise guests. Come join in the fun to see comedians who have performed on Conan, Comedy Central, Funny or Die, Sirius XM, HBO and more. Tonight it’s Chanel Ali from MTV’s Girl Code. There’s no cover charge, it’s 21 plus and it’s first come, first seated, with standing room available if sold out. Doors open at 8:30 p.m., show starts at 9 p.m. It’s Cityside Bar, 1960 Beacon St., Brighton.
Tuesday, May 7
Spring Crafts in the Kids' Nook
Bring the kiddos to the Boston Public Market to celebrate spring with spring crafts in the Kids’ Nook. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (while supplies last), Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit Kinky Boots comes to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre. Tickets start at $59.50. 7 p.m., Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., Boston.
Trivia Tuesdays at Dorchester Brewing Company
On Tuesday nights, head on over to Dorchester Brewing Company for Trivia night by Stump! Test your knowledge and have some fun. 7:30-10:30 p.m., Dorchester Brewing Company, 1250 Massachusetts Ave., Dorchester.
Free Comedy Night at McGreevy’s Boston
Enjoy a free comedy night featuring some of the best stand-up comics in the Northeast at McGreevy’s Boston every Monday and Tuesday. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. and it’s a 21 plus show. McGreevy’s Boston, 911 Boylston St.
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 $35. Performances today at 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Wednesday, May 8
The Circus is in town all through School Vacation Week. Catch the Big Apple Circus with performances all week long at the North Shore Mall in Peabody. Tickets start at $35. 7 p.m. North Shore Mall, 210 Andover St., Peabody.
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 $35. Performances today at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit Kinky Boots comes to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre. Tickets start at $59.50. 7:30 p.m., Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., Boston.
Thursday, May 9
Did you know the Institute of Contemporary Art is free for all visitors every Thursday? It sure is. 5-9 p.m., Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston.
The Circus is in town all through School Vacation Week. Catch the Big Apple Circus with performances all week long at the North Shore Mall in Peabody. Tickets start at $35. 7 p.m. North Shore Mall, 210 Andover St., Peabody.
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 $35. Performances today at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit Kinky Boots comes to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre. Tickets start at $59.50. 7:30 p.m., Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., Boston.
Friday, May 10
Celebrate the end of the week at The Lawn on D. Play, enjoy great food, drinks and lawn games. 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., The Lawn on D, 420 D 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 $35. Performances today at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
The Circus is in town all through School Vacation Week. Catch the Big Apple Circus with performances all week long at the North Shore Mall in Peabody. Tickets start at $35. Performances at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. North Shore Mall, 210 Andover St., Peabody.
Cambridge Art Association Spring Party
Join the Cambridge Art Association in celebrating the Cambridge art community and their 2019 Cambridge Art Champion Nick Capasso at this special event. 6-9 p.m., Cambridge Art Association, 25 Lowell St., Cambridge.
Enjoy a late night evening at the Museum of Fine Arts which includes late-night programming from local organizations, artists and more. Plus there’s something for everyone from dancing and DJs to pop-up performances, intriguing bites and much more. Tickets are $20. 8 p.m., to 2 a.m., Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston.
Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit Kinky Boots comes to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre. Tickets start at $59.50. 8 p.m., Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., Boston.
Enjoy a free night full of astronomy themed fun. Hope for good weather and small telescopes will be available for a hands-on experience, plus visitors can view the evenings featured astronomical object through the 11” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope in the Museum’s Gilliland Observatory. 8:30 p.m., Museum of Science, Boston, Gilliland Observatory, 1 Science Park, Boston.
Saturday, May 11
The Boston Bubble Festival returns to the Parkman Bandstand. Join Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Parks and Recreation Dept. as bubbles fill the air over Boston Common. Enjoy giant floating bubble demonstrations from various bubble performers, a DJ, live entertainment, giveaways and more.11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common.
The Greenway Open Market opens for another season featuring area artists, crafters and independent designers. Explore the parks, stroll tree-lined promenades, take in the city sights, soak up the sunshine, play in the Rings Fountain, grab a bite to eat at a food truck, and shop at this original Boston experience. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Rings Fountain, Milk Street, Boston.
The Circus is in town all through School Vacation Week. Catch the Big Apple Circus with performances all week long at the North Shore Mall in Peabody. Tickets start at $35. Performances at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. North Shore Mall, 210 Andover St., Peabody.
Come play in and enjoy great food, drinks and lawn games at The Lawn on D. 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Enjoy live music on the lawn from Jason Cardinal from 6-10 p.m., The Lawn on D, 420 D St., Boston.
Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit Kinky Boots comes to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre. Tickets start at $59.50. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston St., Boston.
The Boston Night Market returns to Boston’s City Hall Plaza tonight with an evening of lights, food, games, entertainment, performances, raffles and so much more. 4-11 p.m., City Hall Plaza, 1 City Hall Square, 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., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston.
Sunday, May 12
Come play in and enjoy great food, drinks and lawn games during Sunday Funday at The Lawn on D. 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., The Lawn on D, 420 D St., Boston
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the annual Duckling Day event. This more than 30 year old tradition celebrates the classic “Make Way for Ducklings” by Robert McCloskey. Join other families in the children’s parade as they dress like characters from the beloved story. Registration is $35 per family in advance and $40 the day of the event. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common.
The Circus is in town all through School Vacation Week. Catch the Big Apple Circus with performances all week long at the North Shore Mall in Peabody. Tickets start at $35. Performances at Noon. North Shore Mall, 210 Andover St., Peabody.
Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit Kinky Boots comes to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre. Tickets start at $59.50. 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Emerson Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston 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.
Learn how to make pasta from scratch with Law of Pasta and this hands-on pasta making workshop led by Chef Avery. $56-$70. 4-6 p.m., The KITCHEN presented by the Trustees, The Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
