Things to Do in Boston, MA

Boston, Massachusetts hosts around 3,900 listed events, with approximately 1,700 occurring in the next 30 days. About 5% of these listings are free. The most common event types include concerts and live music, which account for roughly 1,100 events, followed by theater and performing arts at around 850. Sports and fitness events make up about 800 listings, while community and social gatherings total approximately 300. Nightlife, clubbing, and comedy each represent about 150 events. Venues with the highest number of upcoming listings are TD Garden, The Sports Museum, Boston Symphony Hall, Boston Opera House, Agganis Arena, and Citizens Opera House. Key performers scheduled for dates include the Boston Symphony Orchestra, The Nutcracker, the Boston Celtics, and productions of Wicked and its touring version. Founded in 1630 with a population of about 680,000 according to 2020 figures, this city offers a wide range of activities for visitors planning their month.

City facts

Weather

45°F · Partly cloudy · High 68° / low 44°F · 77% precip

Population

675,647 (2020)

Area

232.2 km²

Elevation

43 m

Founded

1630

Source: Wikidata