Welcome to A Weekend in Boston, a weekly post about events occurring over the upcoming weekend throughout all of Boston. For events coming up in the North End, see the event calendar. For more information on each event, click on the event title.
It’s Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend! This weekend brings the Dropkick Murphys to Boston every night of the weekend from Thursday through Sunday. So, chances are if you miss them one night, you’ll probably be able to see them another night. It’s going to be beautiful out this weekend with temperatures possibly reaching the 60s on Friday. Here’s to a fun, warm, and safe weekend!
Friday, March 15
MFA Late Nites
If you’re feeling up to a late night this Friday and want to see some art, the Museum of Fine Arts might be the place for you. Music, food, drinks, and of course art will be part of the evening at the MFA. Visitors will get an early look at the new Gender Bending Fashion exhibit coming to the museum soon. For a complete list of exhibits open as well as set times for music see the event website.
When: 8 p.m. – 2 a.m., Friday and Saturday night
Where: Museum of Fine Arts – 465 Huntington Avenue
Price: $20 (Limited amount of tickets are available at the door starting at 8 p.m.)
Age Restriction: Contact the MFA for more information
Saturday, March 16
Dropkick Murphys at The House of Blues Boston
It’s Saint Patrick’s Day weekend, which means the Dropkick Murphys are playing in Boston four nights in a row! See their tour schedule here and if you can’t make it to the March 16 show, catch them on Thursday, Friday, or Sunday.
When: 12 noon (more information here for the rest of the weekend)
Where: House of Blues Boston – 15 Lansdowne Street
Price: $50+
Age Restriction: None
Bombino at The Sinclair in Cambridge
Bombino is playing at The Sinclair in Cambridge this Saturday night. His 2013 album, Nomad, was produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys (who just released a new single last week). If you’re into blues rock and great guitar playing, this show might be for you. Start with “Amidinine” for a taste of what Bombino offers.
When: Doors at 8 p.m. and show at 9 p.m.
Where: The Sinclair – 52 Church Street, Cambridge, MA.
Price: $22 – $25
Age Restriction: 18+
More Than Words 50% Off Sale
More Than Words is “a nonprofit social enterprise that empowers youth who are in the foster care system, court involved, homeless, or out of school to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business.” On Saturday, the organization will have a 50% off all books and records sale at their Boston and Waltham locations. For more information on how the nonprofit operates, see their website.
When: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Both locations (see here)
Price: Free!
Age Restriction: None
Sunday, March 17
The Boston Flower & Garden Show
Winter is so close to being over, but sometimes you just can’t wait to see the signs of spring. The Boston Flower & Garden Show is coming to the Seaport World Trade Center this weekend. All kinds of floral and garden arrangements will be on display to get an early glimpse at what’s in store for spring! Tickets can be bought at the door on the day of the show. More information is available on their website.
When: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: The Seaport World Trade Center – 200 Seaport Boulevard
Price: $20 for adults, $17 for seniors (65+), and $10 for children (6-17)
Age Restriction: None
South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade through Southie will march down Broadway Street to Andrew Square beginning at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 17. Stake out your spot along the parade route early as many Boston residents and visitors are expected to attend!
When: 1 p.m.
Where: West Broadway to East Broadway, ends at Andrew Square.
Price: Free
Age Restriction: None
