17 Things to Do in Boston This Week · September 24–27, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Boston Symphony Orchestra: Andris Nelsons, conductor (World Premiere)

Andris Nelsons leads the BSO in the posthumous world premiere of GUBAIDULINA/Elena Firsova's Prologue for orchestra (a BSO co-commission) alongside Mahler's Symphony No. 7.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 7:30 PM · Symphony Hall, Boston

Kanan Gill – Stand-Up Comedy at The Wilbur

Indian stand-up comedian Kanan Gill brings his show to The Wilbur in Boston.

Sunday, October 4, 2026 7:00 PM · The Wilbur, Boston

Arts & Culture

Tending the Vines: Black Abundance in Eight Plants – Author Talk

Harvard Book Store welcomes author Ashia S. Ajani to discuss their debut creative nonfiction work exploring the lives of plants as metaphors for the Black diaspora in America.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 7:00 PM · Harvard Book Store

Rossini: William Tell – Boston Lyric Opera

Conductor David Angus leads the BLO Orchestra and Chorus through Rossini's sumptuous score in an opening-night run of William Tell at the Colonial Theater.

Friday, September 25, 2026 7:30 PM · Colonial Theater, Boston

Wicked at the Opera House

The iconic musical Wicked continues its Boston run at the Opera House in Downtown Boston.

Friday, September 25, 2026 7:30 PM · Downtown Boston

Bound for Boston: An Evening of New Musicals

WBUR CitySpace presents an evening showcasing new musical works as part of their ongoing series celebrating emerging theater.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 · CitySpace, WBUR, Boston

Festivals & Special Events

Greek Food Festival – St. Nectarios Church Roslindale

A beloved annual Greek food festival at the Function Hall at St. Nectarios Church, running all weekend with traditional food, culture, and community.

Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 27, 2026 · The Function Hall at St. Nectarios Church, Roslindale

Allston Village Street Fair Festival

A family-friendly day of live bands on 3 stages, interactive activities, multicultural food, and street performers in Allston.

Sunday, September 27, 2026 · Allston

Family-Friendly

RoboBoston: 9th Annual Robot Block Party

Boston's largest celebration of robotics showcases cutting-edge technology from more than 50 companies and universities, free and fun for all ages.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 10:45 AM · Boston

Atlantic Wharf's Fall Fest

Free family fun at Atlantic Wharf's annual Fall Fest with live entertainment, hands-on activities, and festive seasonal celebration.

Sunday, September 27, 2026 · Atlantic Wharf, Boston

Free Events

NOVA Science Trivia at Boston Public Library

NOVA Science Trivia returns to the Boston Public Library with creative categories covering back-to-school science, advancements in medicine, and ancient art.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 6:30 PM · Boston Public Library, Copley Square

Outdoor Music Series – Downtown Boston

The Downtown Boston Alliance's ongoing outdoor music series brings free live music to the downtown district.

Friday, September 25, 2026 12:00 PM · Downtown Boston

Revels RiverSing: Annual Celebration of the Fall Equinox

Return to the banks of the Charles River in Cambridge where NIGEL the NIGHT DRAGON and DESMOND the DAY DRAGON meet on the footbridge in this beloved annual sing-along.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Charles River, Cambridge

FREE Dance Fitness Class | Dance Latin Boston at The Greenway

A free Latin dance fitness class at Rowes Wharf Plaza on the Greenway — no experience necessary, just energy.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 6:00 AM · Rowes Wharf Plaza, Boston

Outdoors & Active

Seaport Sweat Saturdays 2026 | Equinox

Free outdoor Saturday morning workout class hosted by Equinox along the Seaport's Harbor Way, open to all fitness levels.

Saturday, September 26, 2026 10:00 AM · Harbor Way, Seaport, Boston

NOBULL x Backyard Run Club

An all-levels community run in partnership with NOBULL, led by Brian LoTempio, with an exclusive first look at NOBULL's newest gear.

Saturday, October 3, 2026 8:00 AM · Backyard Boston, 5 Necco Street, Boston

Date Night

Networking Night for Boston's Young Professionals

An elevated, all-inclusive evening for Boston's young professional community at The Palm at 1 International Place.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 6:00 PM · The Palm, 1 International Place, Boston