TUESDAY
27
OCTOBER
Things to do in Boston, MA
We reviewed 9,000+ Boston-area events and found 358 things to do in Boston, MA between October 27 and November 2. Last updated October 27, 2026.
All things to do in Boston, MA — October 27 – November 2
Advance screening of “Dukakis: Recipe for Democracy” documentary followed by moderated panel and small‑group roundtables on public service and democracy at Northeastern East Village.
Costume contest, spooky photo booth, crafts, candy, and music fill Grove Hall’s annual HALL‑oween party for all ages.
Guided one-hour tour of Central Library in Copley Square explores Boston Public Library’s history, art, and architecture, ages 18 and up.
PS5 and Switch gaming in Grove Hall Teen Space, four‑player sessions with one hour each, first‑come slots, ages 13–18.
Video games, homework help, and community building in the Teen Room at Hyde Park for ages 9–18.
Meet Teen Librarian Elena Rios at East Boston Library, ask questions, share ideas, and enjoy a pizza party, for ages 13–18.
Hocus Pocus plays on the screens while patrons carve pumpkins and enjoy themed cocktails and food specials at Loretta's Last Call.
A Community Meditation Circle (Jamaica Plain) — sharing circle, reading, 10‑20‑minute silent meditation, and closing circle led by Tam Willey and Tracy Rich, free, ages 18+.
Vivian Tran and An Ha converse at Pao Arts Center in the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Bake and decorate spooky-themed cookies at the Shaw‑Roxbury Nutrition Lab, then check off a bingo box on the Side Quest board, ages 9–18.
30‑seat JP SpeakEasy comedy showcase at Jamaica Plain News features local comedians and host Evan Valentine, with 100 % of proceeds supporting Heal the Hood.
Monster House (2006) screened in the Lower Mills library community room, Dorchester, offering a PG horror‑adventure film for all ages.
Tabletop Tarot Tuesday (Mattapan, Mattapan) — Play Querent, a tarot‑based tabletop RPG creating characters and stories with tarot spreads, learning magic and fate, ages 13–18 and 20–34.
Rummikub and other games with lively conversation fill Faneuil, Brighton, inviting participants to bring a favorite game, ages 18 and up.
Wicked (Touring) at Citizens Opera House — Musical theater performance, small purses only, $5 facility fee added to each ticket.
Peggy Levitt presents her book Move Over, Mona Lisa, examines inequality pipelines, and signs copies at the Central Library Exchange classroom, KBLIC lower level, for ages 18+.
Two-session workshop at Central Library’s Teen Central teaches high school seniors essay strategies, writing exercises, and live commentary to draft Common App essays, for ages 13–18.
Panel discussion on community violence in Boston with law enforcement, city officials, scholars, and community representatives at Northeastern University.
Boston Park Rangers lead a spooky historic tour of Central Burying Ground, sharing stories of Boston's early burials.
Adult ESOL Chorus at Central Library’s Rabb Lecture Hall offers vocal music practice, basic singing lessons, and English conversation with Back Bay Chorale singers, ages 18 and up.
Origami Club (West End Library Programs Room) — Weekly sessions folding paper animals and other shapes, with opportunities to share personal paper art projects; ages 18 and up.
Shadows and Light: Symbolist Art in Belgium (McMullen Museum) — Over 150 Belgian and European symbolist works, including 46 by Léon Spilliaert, displayed in ten thematic movements.
In the Mezzanine Conference Room 3, participants take turns discussing election stress and coping strategies, facilitated by library staff, for ages 18 and up.
Trivia nights at High Street Place feature Stump leading rounds at 6 pm and 7 pm.
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox performs The Future Is Vintage World Tour at The Wilbur in Boston.
Resume critiques with Career Development staff and peers at Kennedy, plus free monster plushies for the first 120 students.
Award‑winning author Christine O'Shaughnessy leads a workshop on mindful listening for authentic exchanges, even during disagreement, at Walsh Hall, Boston College.
Homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher available drop‑in at the Mattapan library for ages 6–18.
Practice speaking English with other adult learners in an informal, friendly group at Honan‑Allston, Allston, Boston, ages 18 and up.
Free drop-in yoga at the Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service, led by certified Spiritual Life Mellows, with mats and blocks provided.
French Conversation Group (Roslindale Conference Room) — Practice French with speakers of all levels in a casual conversation setting; no registration required, ages 18+.
Regional farm stands, prepared food and flowers at Copley Square Farmers Market, accepting SNAP and HIP.
Free drop-in guided meditation in the Sacred Space, led by Spiritual Life Mellows (Mindfulness Fellows), with mats and cushions provided, no registration needed.
THE ARMY, THE NAVY: THE FAKE BRAVE TOUR 2026 plays at Paradise Rock Club, Boston, all ages.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Emerson Colonial Theatre, Boston — for all ages.
Discussion of Aisling Rawle’s The Compound with themed conversation, copies available for pickup at Central Library’s Borrower Services desk, Mezzanine Conference Room 2, ages 18+.
Virtual five‑week SAT prep covering all sections with three practice tests using Princeton Review materials, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4‑5:30 pm, free for Boston residents ages 13‑18, registration required.
Crafting the Literary Thriller panel discussion held at Boston Edition GrubStreet Center for Creative Writing.
Practice English conversation with adult ESOL learners and new speakers in a friendly group led by a native speaker, limited space, registration required, ages 18+.
After‑Hours Crypt Tours at Old North Church explore the historic crypt after sunset.
Maddie Zahm performs at Brighton Music Hall with support bands, all ages.
Drop-In Guided Tour (1 pm) — 45‑60‑minute docent‑led tour of Trinity’s history, architecture, and significance, included with admission.
Martin Kollar delivers a lecture on his award‑winning photography and cinematography at Tower Auditorium, 621 Huntington Avenue, Boston; free, open to the public.
Senior quilters gather at Codman Square, Dorchester to share projects, receive feedback, and enjoy snacks and conversation, ages 18 and up.
Homework help from a Boston Public Schools teacher at the Faneuil library, drop‑in, no registration required, for ages 6–18.
Homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher at Grove Hall library, drop‑in, no registration required, for ages 6–18.
“Minnesota Neighbors” documentary screening and conversation at WBUR CitySpace.
Drop-in ESOL Conversation Group (Level 2+) meets in the Central Library Mezzanine Conference Room 3 for adult learners to practice English with a volunteer instructor, ages 18 and up.
One‑on‑one librarian assistance with computers, laptops, cell phones, eBooks, audiobooks and BPL online resources; laptops and public desktops provided, appointments required, ages 18+.
Original songs limited to two pieces or eight minutes each at Midway Cafe’s Inkwell Open Mic, free, 21+.
Job Help Walk-In (Codman Square, Dorchester) — Career counselor Lauren Butler provides job‑related advice, service referrals, and follow‑up planning in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, ages 18+.
Taco Tuesday serves $4 tacos and margaritas at Reunion BBQ in Boston.
Drag and burlesque acts by Rouge, Fort Knox, and James Bondage at Midway Cafe, Boston, $10 cash cover, 21+.
Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets basketball game at TD Garden.
WEDNESDAY
28
OCTOBER
Guided one-hour tour of Central Library in Copley Square explores Boston Public Library’s history, art, and architecture, ages 18 and up.
Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 gaming sessions in the Mattapan Teen Room, offering weekly play for ages 13–18.
Kit‑Kat Taste Test (Grove Hall, Teen Space) — Sample rare Kit‑Kat flavors, guess each variety, rank favorites; supplies provided, limited to first fifteen participants. Ages 13–18.
Personalize a tote bag at Teen Central in the Central Library, Boston; registration required, part of a library “side quest” for ages 13–18.
Teen Brian leads Lego building and bingo board challenges in the Shaw‑Roxbury Community Room, exploring library resources and connections, for ages 9–18.
Evening conversation with Ina Garten at Emerson Colonial Theatre.
Back‑to‑back screenings of Scooby Doo (2009) and Beetlejuice (2008) at Connolly Auditorium, Jamaica Plain, for ages 18 and up.
Live trivia at Roundhead Brewing Company offers prizes, craft beer, food, and a social atmosphere in the taproom, with free entry and parking.
Spooky screening of Hocus Pocus (1993) with light refreshments at Honan-Allston, Allston, all ages.
Four Venezuelan women artists present paper, video, sculpture, and mixed‑media works exploring memory, displacement, and belonging at MassArt x SoWa, with opening and First Friday receptions.
Wicked (Touring) at Citizens Opera House — Musical theater performance, small purses only, $5 facility fee added to each ticket.
KATSEYE: THE WILDWORLD TOUR performs at TD Garden in Boston.
Discuss Shelby Van Pelt’s Remarkably Bright Creatures and its Netflix‑streamed film adaptation starring Sally Field and Lewis Pullman at Lower Mills Community Room, Dorchester, ages 18 and up.
Knitting and crafts conversation with skill sharing in the Adams Street community room, a casual afternoon for ages 18 and up.
Shadows and Light: Symbolist Art in Belgium (McMullen Museum) — Over 150 Belgian and European symbolist works, including 46 by Léon Spilliaert, displayed in ten thematic movements.
Resume critiques with Career Development staff and peers at Kennedy, plus free monster plushies for the first 120 students.
Light refreshments accompany open conversation about death and dying in a respectful, supportive space at Mattapan, led by end‑of‑life doula Dimitri, for ages 18 and up.
Free drop-in yoga at the Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service, led by certified Spiritual Life Mellows, with mats and blocks provided.
Food is Medicine National Summit (Boston Health Sciences campus) — Gathering sharing latest evidence, assessing progress, aligning policy, practice, research priorities; livestream free, in‑person invitation‑only for all ages.
The Woodlawn Ensemble performs innovative chamber music featuring Janacek, Golijov, and obscure baroque works at St. John’s Episcopal Church, suggested admission $20/25.
Book discussion of Emily Adrian’s Seduction Theory at West End Library, with copies available for pickup, for ages 18 and up.
Arcángel performs his La 8va Maravilla World Tour at MGM Music Hall at Fenway, doors open 7 pm, show starts 8 pm, all ages.
Ina Garten at Emerson Colonial Theatre, for all ages, children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Interactive permanent kiosk and student illustration exhibition at the Du Bois Freedom Center reimagine Elizabeth Freeman’s life with MassArt students’ artwork.
Free drop-in guided meditation in the Sacred Space, led by Spiritual Life Mellows (Mindfulness Fellows), with mats and cushions provided, no registration needed.
Candlebox performs at the House of Blues Boston, 15 Lansdowne Street.
RA Xorth runs a brief, simple TTRPG story in the Tank, requiring only a hero concept, fun energy, and a writing implement.
Killer Karaoke (Club Café, Moonshine Room) — Hosted by Aurora, weekly karaoke party with open mic, drinks, and lively crowd.
Chinese book discussion at Boston Public Library, available online via Zoom, participants select English or Chinese edition, ages 18+, register for link.
Jerry Garcia Band tribute performance at Midway Cafe, music from 8 to 11 pm, $10 cash cover, 21+.
Trinity Choristers perform Anglican choral music, scripture readings, and prayers in a short evensong service at the Clarendon Street church.
After‑Hours Crypt Tours at Old North Church explore the historic crypt after sunset.
Brian Patton leads piano and vocal sing‑along and open‑mic showtune sessions at Club Café’s Napoleon Room, featuring professionals, rising stars and aspiring singers, all ages.
Guided tour of Trinity Church offers 45‑60 minutes of history, architecture, and significance insights, led by docents, included with admission.
Drop-In Guided Tour (1 pm) — 45‑60‑minute docent‑led tour of Trinity’s history, architecture, and significance, included with admission.
The Department of History and CSSH host Dr. Peter Richardson delivering “No War, No Peace, No Incentives” on Russian‑Japanese reconciliation at 310 Renaissance Park, Boston.
ESOL Conversation Group (Advanced Beginner and Higher) — Central Library, Commonwealth Salon, Boston — adult learners practice speaking English together, guided by a volunteer instructor, ages 18+.
Harbour plays at Paradise Rock Club with support bands, all ages.
Homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher is available at the North End library, drop‑in, no registration required, for ages 6–18.
You Are Here - The Commuter Experience exhibition opens in the Banana Gallery, curated by Jenna Dolber, with a reception announcing raffle winners on Oct 29, 5‑7 pm.
A behind-the-scenes conversation with Artistic Director Nina Yoshida Nelsen, cast and team, rehearsal observation, complimentary drinks and light bites, at Opera + Community Studios — for BLO members.
Graduate Fair at Northeastern University Alumni Center offers graduate program reps, Double Husky Scholarship details, PlusOne pathway info, free food, headshots, giveaways, and swag.
Homework assistance from a Boston Public Schools teacher at the Egleston Square library, drop‑in, no registration required, for ages 6–18.
Three episodes of Boston’s Love Is Blind play on a massive 28‑foot video wall at High Street Place.
Finneas Reidman's artwork collection explores monsters, beasts, animals, gender, and sexuality at the South Crackatorium Gallery.
Overdramatic (Tower/West End Gallery) — Exhibition of Murphy Potter and Ashlyn Lambert’s work, with a reception on October 30.
Homework help from a Boston Public Schools teacher is offered at Honan-Allston library, drop‑in with no registration required, for ages 6–18.
Toad The Wet Sprocket performs an acoustic set at The Wilbur, 246 Tremont St., Boston.
Practice English conversation with other adult learners via Zoom, led by a volunteer instructor, for Level 2+ speakers, registration required, 18 and up, across all BPL locations.
After performs at Brighton Music Hall with support bands, doors open 7 PM, show starts 8 PM, all ages.
Hump Day Trivia takes place at 1250 Massachusetts Ave. in Dorchester.
JP Writers' Corner (Jamaica Plain) — Community space for writing fiction, non‑fiction, journalism, zines, poetry; hour of writing followed by discussion, all levels welcome, 18+.
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