Best of Boston

Neighborhood, Davis Square, Nightlife: Johnny D's

The crowd is young and lively and the lineup is unfailingly eclectic (Texas swing one night, reggae the next) at this live-music institution.

 

Things To Do

The Weekender

Looking for something to do? Check out our top 10 picks for a better weekend. View the slide show!

 

Arts + Entertainment

Notes on the Culture

Matthew Reed Baker offers his thoughts on the arts and culture scene. This week: Our columnist relives his days as a high school roadie, which didn’t get him a lot of girls, but did give him an appreciation for jazz.

 

THEATER

High School Musical 2

Through Jan. 11: See the local talent that was good enough to play parts made famous by Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens in New England's production of Disney's High School Musical 2.

 

FAMILY

Boston Celtic Music Fest

Jan. 9 and 10: The annual BCMFest returns to celebrate the heritage of Irish, Scottish, and Cape Breton music and dance.

 

CONCERT

Hot Stove Cool Music Concert

Theo Epstein and Peter Gammons and their band, the Hot Stove All-Stars, team up with Letters To Cleo and American Hi-Fi for a concert to benefit the Foundation To Be Named Later.

 
Events
Find out upcoming author appearances, readings, and signings, as well as recent releases by local writers...
Go-To Guide

Every Wednesday you'll receive Boston magazine's events e-newsletter, offering the scoop on things to see and do during the coming weekend, and beyond.

Nightlife Finder
Feeling thirsty? Find the Boston lounge, pub, or watering hole that's right for you.
 
Boston Buzzworthy

Best of Boston® Party Pics

See online party pics from the following Best of Boston® events: North, South, West, Dining, and Style.