Boston Nightlife

Nightlife in Boston thrives with its many theatresbarspubs, and clubs. Whether you enjoy a lively night on the town or simply sitting cozy at a piano bar - whatever your pleasure, let us shed some light on Boston at night. 

Boston Comedy Clubs

Boston’s comedy scene is no laughing matter! From classic comedy clubs to underground venues, Boston has a wide variety of options for anyone looking for a good laugh.

Top Activity Bars in Boston

From indoor mini golf, darts, and bowling to craft brews, delicious bites, and cocktails named after exotic animals, let our experiential bar scene heat up your Boston experience.

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Top Events in Boston this Weekend Nov 29

Top Events in Boston this Weekend

DECEMBER 1 - 3 Hey Boston, it's beginning to look a lot like the Holidays are here! Get in the holiday spirit with your…

9 Speakeasies in Boston to Visit May 15

9 Speakeasies in Boston to Visit

There's something so intimate and mysterious about sipping craft cocktails at a local speakeasy. Whether it’s the…

Best Rooftop Bars in Boston May 24

Best Rooftop Bars in Boston

There is nothing better than good weather, a refreshing drink, and a delicious meal with a breathtaking view. Here in Boston…

57 Date Ideas In Boston Feb 10

57 Date Ideas In Boston

Dating can be hard, and organizing the perfect date can be even harder. But don't worry because we've got you covered!…

Upcoming Events

Blue Man Group Dec 04

Blue Man Group

Blue Man Group is comedy, theater, rock concert and dance party all rolled into one. This wildly popular phenomenon delivers an…

Monday Comedy Nights at Lucky's Dec 04

Monday Comedy Nights at Lucky's

Join us for a free standup comedy show every Monday at Lucky's! Doors open at 7pm | Show at 7:30pm | Seating on a first-come…

Wally's Cafe Jazz Club Dec 04

Wally's Cafe Jazz Club

Wally’s Café is among the oldest family owned and operated jazz clubs in existence. Founded in 1947 by Mr. Joseph L. Walcott…

dbar After Dark Dec 05

dbar After Dark

The draw of dbar doesn't end at dinner. When the lights go down, the evening has just begun... Once the plates are cleared, the…

2023 Holiday Pops Dec 06

2023 Holiday Pops

Tradition returns to Symphony Hall through December 24! Rejoice as conductor Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops return for a…

Andrea Bocelli Dec 06

Andrea Bocelli

Iconic Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli performs on December 6, 2023 at TD Garden! The tour will feature performances from Bocelli’s…

Boston Ballet - The Nutcracker Dec 06

Boston Ballet - The Nutcracker

Mikko Nissinen’s The Nutcracker returns to Citizens Bank Opera House from November 24 - December 31, 2023. The Nutcracker returns…

Irish Nights At The Dubliner Dec 06

Irish Nights At The Dubliner

Every Wednesday Night join us at The Dubliner Irish Pub For Irish Dancing, Irish Music & Set Irish Dinner In Downtown Boston.

Real Women Have Curves:  The Musical Dec 06

Real Women Have Curves: The Musical

Summer 1987, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. After eighteen years under the roof of her immigrant parents, Ana is ready to spread her…

The NXT Show Dec 06

The NXT Show

The freshest faces in Boston comedy, the NXT Cast brings you their brand new, all-improv show every Sunday and Wednesday night at…

A Very Darren Crissmas Dec 07

A Very Darren Crissmas

Since bursting onto the pop-culture landscape from Fox’s hit show "Glee" over a decade ago, Emmy and Golden Globe winner DARREN…

DJs at The Grand Dec 07

DJs at The Grand

The Grand transcends traditional live music and nightlife on every level. From its opulent entrance and open glass staircase…

The Singing Nuns Dec 07

The Singing Nuns

The Downtown area will be graced by the presence of the Daughters of St. Paul Choir as they enchant the public with a delightful…

View Boston After Dark Dec 07

View Boston After Dark

View Boston, the experiential observation deck atop the Prudential Tower, is raising the bar on Boston's nightlife scene. Every…

Anjimile Dec 08

Anjimile

Tickets are available for members on July 25 at 10 AM and for nonmembers on July 27 at 10 AM. Anjimile won the world over with the…

Black Nativity Dec 08

Black Nativity

Come see the 53rd season of Langston Hughes' Black Nativity in a New Light through December 17! Black Nativity presents the…

DJs at Mémoire Nightclub Dec 08

DJs at Mémoire Nightclub

In terms of what's available for nightclubs in New England this is THE spot. The lighting, speakers, and layout are fantastic. You…

Improv Asylum Main Stage Show Dec 08

Improv Asylum Main Stage Show

Improv Asylum's Main Stage cast performs interactive improv sets completely inspired by audience suggestions that are sure to…

LATE NIGHT LOUNGE Dec 08

LATE NIGHT LOUNGE

Come in for a late dinner and keep the party going all night! Kitchen Open until 11pm DJ & Dancing 9PM-1AM Bar Open until 2AM

OPEN MIC NIGHTS Dec 08

OPEN MIC NIGHTS

We are thrilled to bring this event back for our 2023-24 season, and to be expanding into the Greater North End Community…

Penn & Teller Dec 08

Penn & Teller

From humble beginnings busking on the streets of Philadelphia to acclaimed sold–out runs on Broadway to the longest running…

Winter Wonderland Party Dec 08

Winter Wonderland Party

Escape into a magical realm at The Greatest Bar's Winter Wonderland on Friday, December 8th! This enchanting evening promises a…

'Twas Dec 09

'Twas

The Night Before Christmas, Improvised! It's a fun-filled holiday show that takes the classic tale of Santa's visit from 'Twas the…

A Christmas Carol Dec 09

A Christmas Carol

A treasured holiday tradition returns to the Mosesian Arts Main Stage as celebrated voiceover actor Dick Terhune performs his solo…

Andre Ward at Scullers Jazz Club Dec 09

Andre Ward at Scullers Jazz Club

Smooth jazz saxophonist André Ward, originally from Chicago, developed his musical talent from an early age, starting with the…

Bad Santa Party Dec 09

Bad Santa Party

Embrace the mischievous side of the season at The Greatest Bar's Bad Santa party on Saturday, December 9th! This night promises a…

Comedy at Summer Shack Dec 09

Comedy at Summer Shack

Experience the country's funniest stand-up comedians at an award-winning seafood restaurant! Named a “Critic’s Pick” in The Boston…

Jeremy Denk at Jordan Hall Dec 09

Jeremy Denk at Jordan Hall

Acclaimed pianist and author Jeremy Denk curates a program that unites female composers across the centuries. Works by Louise…

Kiss 108 Jingle Ball Dec 10

Kiss 108 Jingle Ball

KISS 108’s Jingle Ball presented by Capital One is on Sunday December 10! Check out this year’s lineup*. SZA Sabrina Carpenter One…

Live Music Sundays Dec 10

Live Music Sundays

Every Sunday we have live music in the Taproom! Whether its our resident artist, The Lighthouse Route, or a new find, you can…

Christmas in Medieval England Dec 15

Christmas in Medieval England

Our well-loved English Christmas program returns after six years, refreshed & revised with new carols, chant & motets…

Just for Us Dec 15

Just for Us

Expertly crafted by one of comedy’s most distinctive voices, this singular theatrical experience is an exploration of identity and…

Miracle on Friend Street Party Dec 15

Miracle on Friend Street Party

Experience the magic of the season at The Greatest Bar's "Miracle on Friend St" on Friday, December 15th! This night promises a…

A Far Cry Presents: Immortal Dec 16

A Far Cry Presents: Immortal

“What do we leave behind after we are gone? Maybe seeing a cardinal reminds you of your grandmother; or perhaps your mother’s love…

Butcher, Baglio & Estes Dec 16

Butcher, Baglio & Estes

Renowned for their exceptional musical talents, guitarist, songwriter, and producer Jon Butcher (Axis, Barefoot Servants), dynamic…

Justin Quiles: Niveles Tour Dec 16

Justin Quiles: Niveles Tour

J Quiles will be performing at the Citizen's House of Blues on December 16 during his Niveles tour! Justin Quiles (pronounced…

Urban Nutcracker Dec 16

Urban Nutcracker

Anthony Williams’ URBAN NUTCRACKER, December 16 - 23, the modern Boston-centric holiday classic will return to the Shubert Theatre…

Christmas at Emmanuel Dec 17

Christmas at Emmanuel

Join Emmanuel Music, along with Cambridge Common Voices, Andrew Clark, conductor, and Boston Children’s Chorus, Krystal Morin…

G. and The Willikers Dec 21

G. and The Willikers

One of the region’s most renowned performers, George Howard returns to the stage for the first time in nearly two years, armed…

Elf In Concert Dec 22

Elf In Concert

A heartwarming holiday classic comes to the Wang Theatre on December 22 & 23! Buddy was accidentally transported to the North…

Yippee Ki Yay Dec 27

Yippee Ki Yay

Acclaimed retelling of classic film Die Hard from Richard Marsh-Fringe First-winner, London poetry slam champion, BBC Audio Drama…

Shen Yun Dec 28

Shen Yun

LET SHEN YUN TAKE YOU on a journey through China’s five millennia of divinely inspired culture. Ancient legends of dynasties past…

The Greatest Gatsby NYE Party Dec 31

The Greatest Gatsby NYE Party

"The parties were bigger, the pace was faster, the shows were broader, the buildings were higher, the morals were looser, and the…

MFA First Fridays Jan 05

MFA First Fridays

Relax and unwind with MFA First Fridays, an exciting evening of music, dancing, art making, and more on the first Friday of select…

Madonna: The Celebration Tour Jan 08

Madonna: The Celebration Tour

Madonna’s shows at TD Garden originally scheduled for August 30 & 31 have been POSTPONED. Ticket holders should retain their…

Trouble in Mind Jan 12

Trouble in Mind

A Black actress makes her 1955 Broadway debut in a backstage story crackling with wit and startling revelations. It’s 1955, and…

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Jan 16

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards ® — including Best Musical — comes to Citizens Bank Opera House January 15…

Anthony Roth Costanzo Jan 19

Anthony Roth Costanzo

“Super-cool, multi-talented and dauntlessly adventurous American countertenor” (The Telegraph) Anthony Roth Costanzo returns to…

Hélène Grimaud Jan 20

Hélène Grimaud

French pianist Hélène Grimaud enjoys a busy and varied career on the world’s concert stages as an orchestral soloist, a chamber…

Renaissance Portraits Jan 20

Renaissance Portraits

Musical portraits of popes & nobles, lovers & spouses, patrons & friends, & theatrical personalities including a…

Stand Up If You're Here Tonight Jan 20

Stand Up If You're Here Tonight

“You’ve tried everything. Yoga. Acupuncture. Therapy. You floated in salt water in the pitch black dark. You juiced, you cleansed…

Moby Dick Jan 23

Moby Dick

Herman Melville’s immeasurably influential novel is brought to life in this radiant stage production featuring seven actors, fifty…

Brendan Abernathy Jan 27

Brendan Abernathy

Unafraid to write about the parts of his story that scare him most, Brendan Abernathy is known for his contemplative lyrics…

Cécile McLorin Salvant Feb 02

Cécile McLorin Salvant

Brilliant jazz vocalist, composer, and lyricist Cécile McLorin Salvant weaves a tale of women’s secrecy under the male gaze in her…

Duel Reality U.S. Premiere Feb 07

Duel Reality U.S. Premiere

The triumphant return of The 7 Fingers circus troupe with an acrobatic tour-de-force inspired by the star-crossed tale of the…

John Proctor is the Villain Feb 08

John Proctor is the Villain

At a rural high school in Georgia, a group of lively teens explore The Crucible while navigating young love, sex ed, and a few…

Fernando Brandão Quartet Feb 10

Fernando Brandão Quartet

Flutist Fernando Brandão and his Quartet perform Brazilian contemporary jazz and Northeastern Brazilian music styles in this…

Víkingur Ólafsson, piano Feb 10

Víkingur Ólafsson, piano

Drawing out the underlying structures and illuminating extraordinary moments, Víkingur Ólafsson reflects and refracts well-known…

The Book of Mormon Feb 13

The Book of Mormon

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores…

Takács Quartet Feb 16

Takács Quartet

The Takács Quartet are renowned around the world for their elegant, incisive accounts of the classic quartet repertoire and for…

A Far Cry Presents: Stonehenge Feb 17

A Far Cry Presents: Stonehenge

Grammy-Nominated chamber orchestra A Far Cry take you on a sonic journey to awe-inspiring spaces and landscapes with music which…

Justin Austin and Howard Watkins Feb 21

Justin Austin and Howard Watkins

Praised in Opera News as “a gentle actor and elegant musician” and in The Wall Street Journal for his “mellifluous baritone,”…

Boston Ballet - Winter Experience Feb 22

Boston Ballet - Winter Experience

Featuring three ballets, Boston Ballet's "Winter Experience" is an unforgettable experience celebrating the evolution of dance…