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Things to Do This Week in Boston

Your frequently updated guide to what’s going on in the city.


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The New England Aquarium Is a World-Class Retirement Home Now

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Movies in Boston: A Brief, But Essential History

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Meet the People Who Make Boston Movies Happen


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Things to Do This Week in Boston

Your frequently updated guide to what’s going on in the city.

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Driving West Just to Look at Changing Leaves? What Am I Missing?

Sure, we got plenty of leafy trees right in town. But Western Massachusetts foliage rules, and deep down, we know it.

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Rare Winslow Homer Exhibition Opens in Boston This November

The Museum of Fine Arts will unveil Winslow Homer watercolors that have been hidden for nearly 50 years—and it’s a spectacular show.

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18 Things We Can’t Wait to Do This Fall

From Dua Lipa to off-Broadway debuts, the performances, shows, and art openings worth your time this fall.

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The U.S.’s Biggest Irish Rock Festival Comes to Boston

Expect family-friendly vibes with enough street cred to satisfy the Guinness-and-Jameson crowd.

Boston Home

A Doctor Paints Motherhood in an Arlington Barn

Family doctor and painter Eva Zasloff creates tender abstractions in a 19th-century barn in Arlington.


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Best of Boston, arts and city life

Best of Boston, arts and city life

Including theaters, museum options, and other ways to explore the city.

Why Doesn't Boston Give New Edition Their Due?

Why Doesn't Boston Give New Edition Their Due?

Forget New Kids on the Block—New Edition is the greatest pop group Boston has ever produced. So why doesn't their hometown show them more love? G. Valentino Ball's story from our archives still resonates.


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Where to See Harbor Seals in Massachusetts

Four great places to spot the marine mammals frolicking in the water and on the beach.

News

The New England Aquarium Is World-Class Retirement Home Now

Yes, we attended a seal birthday party, and yes, it was delightful.

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Best of Boston 2025: Readers’ Poll Winners

You have spoken, and you have feelings about coffee shops, politicians, and bagels.

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Best of Boston 2025 Is Here

With more than 250 winners in nine categories, here’s your annual guide to everything worth your time and money right now.

Boston Home

Four Art and Design Books for Your Summer 2025 Reading List

The big story behind a tiny house, recipes that capture culinary finds on Martha’s Vineyard, an inside look at the Frick Collection, and more.

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Seven Can't-Miss Events, Every Month

Seven Can't-Miss Events, Every Month

From theater to pop concerts to comedy stars, don't miss our monthly list.


Humor

What Should Be the Official Rock Song of Massachusetts?

We already have songs in seven categories: generic, patriotic, folk, glee club, ceremonial march, ode, and polka. So do we really need a rock song?

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The Taylor Swift Eras Tour of Science Comes to Boston

World-renowned professor Brian Cox sheds light on the mysteries of the universe at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre.

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Keith Lockhart Is Still Working on His “Death Face” After 30 Years

The conductor talks celebrates his third decade with the Boston Pops exactly as you’d expect—by throwing a yearlong bash that kicks off this month.

A crowd of people pack into a food hall with "Big Queer Food Fest" branding on a giant projection screen overhead.
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Boston’s Queer Festival Takeover Is the Feel-Good Story 2025 Desperately Needs

This week’s Big Queer Food Fest and the Outloud Music Festival in June show off the city’s inclusiveness—and good taste.

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