JFK Exhibit: Presidential Pets: From the Dog House to the White House

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum Columbia Point, Boston, MA, United States

Do you have a pet? Chances are the answer is yes. Around 66% of U.S. homes include at least one companion animal—that’s 86.9 million households. These homes have included the White House, which dogs, cats, horses, goats, birds, rodents and reptiles have called home. Through objects, photos, letters, recordings, film and interactive display, this exhibit...

JFK Hyannis Museum Presents: Paul Ryan’s 1960s Photo Exhibit

John F Kennedy Hyannis Museum 397 Main St, Hyannis, MA, United States

The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum on Cape Cod has an exciting new exhibit entitled Paul Ryan’s 1960s, a collection from the acclaimed Boston photographer whose worked captured the zeitgeist of a generation. From Robert Kennedy skiing with family in Sun Valley to jazz legends Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk at the Monterey Jazz Festival, and from the...

ICC Presents: GAA Semi Finals Weekend

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston 200 New Boston Drive, Canton, MA

August Aug 2-3 GAA Semi Finals Weekend Irish Cultural Centre Canton 2025 Semi-finals and finals are weekends of Aug 2-3 and 9-10 for all except Junior B and C hurling, and Junior C football. For those competitions the semis are July 26 and Aug 2 weekends. irishculture.org  

Quincy Presents: Darius Rucker Concert

Veterans Memorial Stadium 850 Hancock St, Quincy, MA

Country superstar Darius Rucker will take the stage at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday, August 2, 2025 with special guest Austin Williams. This concert is part of Quincy’s 400th anniversary celebrations! This will be the Ultimate Darius Rucker Experience live at Veterans Memorial Stadium! It’s that time of the year where everyone wants to have...

Dine Out Boston – August 3–16, 2025

Formerly known as Restaurant Week Boston®, Dine Out Boston offers some of Boston's finest dining. Try a new restaurant or get back to an old favorite. Enjoy a multi-course prix fixe lunch or dinner served at one of the participating restaurants. Each participating restaurant selects one of the four price options.  Dine Out Boston is presented...

Quincy Presents: John Fogerty Concert

Veterans Memorial Stadium 850 Hancock St, Quincy, MA

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend John Fogerty is bringing his Celebration Tour to Veterans Memorial Stadium on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Special guest Hearty Har. Doors open at 5pm. For more information visit Quincy 400, MA This concert is part of Quincy’s 400th anniversary celebrations!  

Milton Summer Concert Series

Baren Hugo Gazebo, Milton Town Hall, Milton, MA 02186 525 Canton Ave, Milton, MA, United States

Wednesdays: June 18 - August 13, 2025 Enjoy free outdoor weekly music on Wednesday nights this summer at the Milton Parks and Recreation's Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo in front of Town Hall.  It's a wonderful way to meet your neighbors and friends while enjoying summer sounds and relaxed vibes. Schedule: June 18, 2025...

Free

ICC Presents: GAA Finals Weekend

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston 200 New Boston Drive, Canton, MA

August 9-10 GAA Finals Weekend Irish Cultural Centre Canton Championship matches for Boston Northeast Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA)  summer league takes place August 9-10 at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton, 10 miles from Boston.   The season began in May with 45 teams from across New England, and this weekend determines which men's and...

Lowell Summer Music Series Presents: Sierra Hull

Boarding House Park 40 French Street, Lowell, MA

Sierra Hull is a virtuoso mandolinist, a two-time Grammy-nominated artist, and a groundbreaking songwriter. Recognized for her acclaimed albums 25 Trips (2020) and Weighted Mind (2016), she’s also a six-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year - the first woman to ever receive this honor. A pioneer in acoustic music, Hull has performed on iconic stages like Carnegie Hall, the...

$44 – $144

ICC Presents: Meadhbh Walsh in Concert

Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston 200 New Boston Drive, Canton, MA

Hailing from County Cork, Ireland, Meadhbh Walsh is a 23-year-old Irish folk singer and instrumentalist whose powerful voice and unique blend of traditional and contemporary folk have earned her a dedicated following around the world. After touring extensively in Dubai, Ireland, the UK, Canada, and the United States since 2022, her heartfelt performances and original...

$28.52

Rockport Music Presents: Big Richard

Shalin Liu Performance Center 37 Main Street, Rockport, Massachusetts, United States

Big Richard brings their electrifying harmonies, fiery virtuosity and bold bluegrass energy to Rockport! Fresh off the release of their acclaimed debut album Girl Dinner, this all-female supergroup delivers a must-see night of high-energy musicianship and irreverent charm. Since exploding onto the Colorado scene in 2021, the four women of the supergroup Big Richard have...

$26 – $32

Discover Quincy Presents: August Moon Festival

Downtown Quincy Quincy, MA

The City of Quincy hosts the annual August Moon Festival as one of the city's signature event for the month of August. A community tradition since 1987, this event was voted 'Best Street Festival' by Boston Magazine in 2018. This momentous holiday celebrates the harvest and the full moon, which is a symbol of prosperity,...

Free

IPC Presents: Monthly Irish Music Session

Irish Pastoral Centre 540 Gallivan Boulevard, Dorchester, MA, United States

Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) on August 17th to celebrate Irish culture and tradition with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It's a great way to celebrate the summer season! All musicians, singers, dancers and listeners welcome! Tea/Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. View more IPC events here.

BRT Presents – Beppe Gambetta with Yann Falquet

Blackstone River Theatre 549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI, United States

This concert continues the 2025 Take It Outside Concert Series and is held in back of Blackstone River Theatre. Chairs are provided or bring your own! In the event of rain in the forecast the concert moves inside. Tickets are also available at the gate. Beppe Gambetta is a guitarist, composer, and folk singer inspired...

$15

Spectacle Live Presents – Emmylou Harris

Lowell Memorial Auditorium 50 E Merrimack St., Lowell, MA, United States

A 14-time Grammy winner and Billboard Century Award recipient, Emmylou Harris’ contribution as a singer and songwriter spans 40 years. She has recorded more than 25 albums and has lent her talents to countless fellow artists’ recordings. In recognition of her remarkable career, Harris was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008...

$49 – $129

Spectacle Live Presents: Judy Collins

Plymouth Memorial Hall 83 Court St, Plymouth, MA, United States

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the...

$39 – $79