THIS WEEK'S LOCAL PICKS

View handpicked activities and weekly highlights for your visit to the Boston area, chosen by our staff of locals. 

Our Top Picks

Down & Derby May 04

In partnership with Love Live Now Foundation and Laura Ladd, the Food Hall will transform as guests enjoy a dazzling entrance, best dressed competitions, live music and entertainment, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and dessert, derby games, the race on the largest screen in…

Boston Asian Restaurant Week May 03
  • Various Restaurants
  • Recurring daily

May is here, which means we’re honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! This year, we’re excited to present the inaugural Boston Asian Restaurant Week. Join us as we shine a spotlight on the vibrant and diverse tapestry of AAPI culture and cuisine in…

Red Bull Dance Your Style East USA May 04

Thanks to its storied background, the city of Boston is no stranger to battling for what's important. The history books say it all. But can today's generation of artists, movers & creators carve out a new legacy? The best freestylers in the city. One battle floor. See what…

Swan Boats in the Public Garden May 03
  • Boston Public Garden
  • Recurring daily

Embark on a uniquely Boston experience with a Swan Boat ride in the Public Garden. Nestled in the heart of the city, the Swan Boats have been enchanting visitors since their opening in 1877, preserving a glimpse of Boston's rich history while offering a serene escape from the…

Greenway Carousel May 03

We look forward to welcoming you at the Greenway Carousel at The Tiffany & Co. Foundation Grove on The Greenway. Take a spin on one of our native New England carousel creatures, located in the heart of downtown Boston. This is the only carousel of its kind. The hand-carved…

Ethiopia at the Crossroads May 03

This extraordinary exhibition celebrates the artistic traditions of Ethiopia from their origins to the present day. Explore nearly 2,000 years of Ethiopian art and culture through more than 200 objects, including painted religious icons, illuminated manuscripts, gospel books…

WNDR Museum May 03
  • Downtown Crossing
  • Recurring daily

WNDR Museum is an interactive experience: a multi-sensory showcase of art and technology. The message is simple: We are all artists. And as artists, visitors are more than passive onlookers. Whatever they do in the museum, IS art. Tickets are now on sale for visits beginning…

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater May 03

An Ailey performance is always a special experience. From the moment the house lights dim until the jubilant curtain calls at the end of Revelations, a performance by the “phenomenal” and “electrifying” (TV host Tamron Hall) dancers of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will…

One Reason Garden Bar at The Charles Hotel May 05

Come to The newest addition to the Charles Hotel, a casual and "come as you are" bar! The special Garden Bar menu will feature favorites from Taqueria El Barrio’s full menu, including Pollo, Birria, Carnitas, and Veggie tacos, all served with their signature homemade ‘Mi Tierra'…