Boston Landmarks Orchestra Juneteenth Celebration

The third annual Juneteenth celebration features flutist DeShaun Gordon-King, and centers around musical bridges between the old and new worlds. The program includes works by Ellington, Still, Gottschalk, Bologne, and Mouquet. Boston composer Karen Walwyn’s haunting Angels Nine pays tribute to those killed in the shooting at the Mother Emanuel Church in Charleston, SC exactly 10 years ago.  DeShaun Gordon-King has given performances throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States. He grew up surrounded by jazz and gospel music, and began his classical studies while at Duke University. Inspired by these worlds of music and spirituality, he is passionate about programming that blends jazz, gospel, and classical to create unique and healing concert experiences. Christopher Wilkins, conductor DeShaun Gordon-King, flute William Grant Still Summerland Karen Walwyn Angels Nine Duke Ellington “Martin Luther King, Jr.” from Three Black Kings Jules Mouquet La Flûte de Pan Louis Moreaux Gottschalk Bamboula Joseph Bologne The Anonymous Lover Overture

Kroc Center

Boston Landmarks Orchestra Musical Kickoff Party 

Join Boston Landmarks Orchestra and community partners for a day of musical fun and games for the whole family! Explore instrument petting zoos, enjoy face painting, and celebrate the joy of music together—completely free and open to all.

Hatch Memorial Shell

Landmarks Orchestra presents Longwood Symphony Orchestra

<a href="http://longwoodsymphony.org">Longwood Symphony Orchestra</a>, the orchestra of Boston’s medical community, opens the Boston Landmarks Orchestra 2025 concert series at the Hatch Shell, led by conductor Ronald Feldman. Program TBA

Boston Landmarks Orchestra: The Best of Boston 

In celebration of Landmarks Orchestra’s 25th season, Best of Boston showcases some of Boston’s most celebrated composers of the past and present, including familiar music by Leonard Bernstein and John Williams, gems by Florence Price and John Harbison, and featuring the Hatch Shell premiere of Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto, a rarely-heard masterpiece. John Williams Selections from film and TV scores Amy Beach Piano Concerto in C-sharp Minor Leonard Bernstein Candide Overture and Suite (selections) Florence Price Juba from Symphony No. 1 John Harbison Rubies Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Christopher Wilkins, conductor <a href="https://www.asiyakorepanova.com/about">Asiya Korepanova</a>, piano

Boston Landmarks Orchestra: Peter and the Wolf and more 

Prokofiev’s charming Peter and the Wolf has been enchanting audiences of all ages for almost a century, and is the centerpiece of this program of musical storytelling with additional selections to be announced. Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Christopher Wilkins, conductor Prokofiev Peter and the Wolf Additional works TBA

Boston Landmarks Orchestra presents Mercury Orchestra

<a href="http://www.mercuryorchestra.org">Mercury Orchestra</a>, led by Music Director Channing Yu, performs Respighi’s majestic Pines of Rome, and Finzi’s poignant cantata Intimations of Immortality. Ottorino Respighi Pines of Rome Gerald Finzi Intimations of Immortality&nbsp;

Boston Landmarks Orchestra: Debussy and the Music of the Sea

Debussy’s evocative La Mer and music depicting the sea and its creatures are featured in our latest collaboration with the <a href="https://www.neaq.org/">New England Aquarium</a>. Claude Debussy La Mer Additional works TBA Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Christopher Wilkins, conductor in partnership with the New England Aquarium, Vikki Spruill, President and CEO

Boston Landmarks Orchestra: Eroica Symphony, Beethoven and Revolution

Beethoven’s revolutionary “Eroica” Symphony was born of the social and political turbulence following the American and French Revolutions, while Boston-based composer and “Sound Chemist” Val Jeanty draws on the cultural heritage of her native Haiti to create revolutionary works of her own. Beethoven Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” Val Jeanty Faces Additional works TBA Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Christopher Wilkins, conductor Val Jeanty, composer and sound chemist&nbsp; Adrian Anantawan, violin

Boston Landmarks Orchestra: Mahler and Ravel 

Our 2025 season concludes with two of the greatest works of the late Romantic period, the second suite from Ravel’s sensuous Daphnis and Chloe, and Mahler’s towering Symphony No. 1, both heard for the first time at the Hatch Shell. Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Christopher Wilkins, conductor Mahler Symphony No. 1 Ravel Daphnis and Chloe Suite No. 2 &nbsp;

Tessa Lark, Joshua Roman, Edgar Meyer 

Tessa Lark, at once a widely praised classical violinist and an acclaimed Appalachian fiddler, blends the elegance and expressiveness of her classical training with the spontaneity and verve of bluegrass and mountain music. Her joyful style sets a beautifully collaborative tone when paired with Edgar Meyer and Oklahoma-born cellist, composer, and curator Joshua Roman.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tickets will go on sale January 14 at noon.&nbsp; <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=N2h2cDNxc2k2amFnMTk0MHYzNmI0ZzhxcWUgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;

Sanders Theatre (in Memorial Hall, Harvard)

Trio Oko

Creating meaningful and joyful human connection through music, Trio Oko highlights their distinctive harp trio instrumentation with the world premiere of a Solo(s) Together work by Indian-American composer Reena Esmail, created just for them. Esmail’s Piano Trio features on the program, arranged for Trio Oko by harpist Charles Overton. Other selections honor the spirit of Solo(s) Together, giving performers space to shine, one at a time.  &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=MWNydmhmMWVlbGJnMWR0MmpsMmJqczVxcWMgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!&nbsp;</a>

Bethel A.M.E. Church 

Samara Joy 

Vocalist Samara Joy has reached tremendous heights as a prolific rising star in the jazz world. Linger Awhile, her 2022 debut album with Verve Records, drew critical acclaim and earned her two Grammys—Best Jazz Vocal Recording and Best New Artist in any genre. We invite you to experience her artistry and her open-hearted authenticity during this extraordinary Celebrity Series debut concert!&nbsp; Tickets will go on sale January 14 at noon.&nbsp; <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=NzM2NnZxdGU5dHVqOTYwdTZ2YWszbmtlOW0gY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!&nbsp;</a>

Berklee Performance Center

Evgeny Kissin, piano 

Room-shaking power and soul-soothing poetry come together during Evgeny Kissin’s return to Symphony Hall. The many moods of Beethoven’s Sonata No. 7 give way to Chopin’s contemplative Nocturnes. Shostakovich’s intense Piano Sonata No. 2 pairs with selections from his homage to Bach, his 24 Preludes and Fugues. Don’t miss a modern master of the keyboard when Evgeny Kissin takes the stage!&nbsp; Tickets will go on sale January 14 at noon.&nbsp; <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=MWJrbTFkYmEwY3RiYnEzbzAxaW1uY3BjamIgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;

Symphony Hall

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater 

The iconic Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to the Series for an annual showcase of the company’s extraordinary technique and emotive power, reaffirming their enduring importance in the American cultural landscape.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tickets will go on sale January 14 at noon and the minimum price for matinees will be $39.&nbsp; Thursday, April 24 at 8:00pm&nbsp; Friday, April 25 at 8:00pm&nbsp; Saturday, April 26 at 2:00pm and 8:00pm&nbsp; Sunday, April 27 at 3:00pm&nbsp; <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=MnY4MnZnYWh1bWZ0OTAzaWs5dGVzOGJtZjkgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;(for 4/24 at 8pm) <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=NDZ1NTMxM3A1cmhnaWp0ZHQ3am5paGt1bjEgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;(for 4/25 at 8pm) <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=Mmk2cm90Y3FlbG5nZG9qYW1lazR0bHZudDUgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;(for 4/26 at 2pm) <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=Nm9mbzJtbDVwaXUzMTZjYWp2bmxsYmVqcGkgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;(for 4/26 at 8pm) <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=MWlqcmJjNjFoZ2Ryb2lzdmM3MXRudWxiaWEgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com" target="_blank">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>&nbsp;(for 4/27 at 3pm)

Boch Center Wang Theatre 

Nadia Washington Quartet  

Powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist Nadia Washington makes her Celebrity Series debut as a headliner with her Quartet after performing in Jazz Along The Charles and Code Listen in the past. Share an afternoon of heartfelt original music that effortlessly traverses jazz, gospel, folk, world, and rock &amp; roll. Nadia’s captivating music and storytelling reconnect audiences to hope and healing for an unforgettable artistic experience. Co-sponsored by Ágora Cultural Architects.     <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=TEMPLATE&amp;tmeid=MWZ0bDdtdnY1bGdtaGluYWo4MDRrNWo0cjIgY2VsZWJyaXR5c2VyaWVzMTkzOEBt&amp;tmsrc=celebrityseries1938%40gmail.com">Click here to add this event to your Google Calendar!</a>

Arlington Street Church (Back Bay) 

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S19: interest based

WBUR’s 75th birthday celebrations 💫

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.