Clear your spring calendar for these not-to-miss events, from comedy shows to exclusive parties and more.
Sneak a peek at Beacon Hill’s most whimsical gardens during the annual tour.
5/3-5/4
SETH MEYERS
Comedian and Late Night host Seth Meyers is coming to The Wilbur this spring. The Emmy award-winning writer’s hilarious stand-up tour is sure to have you doubled over in laughter. 246 Tremont St.,thewilbur.com
5/9
CENTERSTAGE GALA
Show your support for the Massachusetts General Cancer Center at the CenterStage Gala. The elegant evening at the Four Seasons Hotel, Boston honors those who make the fight against cancer possible. 20 Boylston St.,giving.massgeneral.org
5/9-19
SPRING EXPERIENCE
Explore not one… not two… but three ballets at the Boston Ballet. Attendees will enjoy Blake Works III (The Barre Project), Bella Figura and the world premiere of a ballet created by Ken Ossola. 539 Washington St.,bostonballet.org
5/10
TIM MCGRAW
Grab your cowboy boots for a fun-filled evening of country music at TD Garden. Grammy Award-winning artist Tim McGraw’s Standing Room Only Tour is sure to bring fans to their feet with special guests Carly Pearce and Landon Parker. 100 Legends Way,tdgarden.com
5/10-6/2
ROMEO AND JULIET
Actors’ Shakespeare Project is coming to the Calderwood Pavilion with the beloved classic Romeo and Juliet. Resident Artist Company member Marianna Bassham will direct the tragic story of forbidden love. 527 Tremont St.,actorsshakespeareproject.org
5/12
LILAC SUNDAY
The Arnold Arboretum is celebrating its renowned lilacs once again on Lilac Sunday. This year, guests can enjoy daylong tours of the lilacs and activities. 125 Arborway,arboretum.harvard.edu
5/15
PARTY IN THE PARK
Secure your floral fastener for the Emerald Necklace Conservancy’s 20th annual Party in the Park. The soirée at Franklin Park Playstead raises funds for Boston’s largest park system and will honor activist and community organizer Frieda Garcia and former MA House of Representatives member Byron Rushing with the Liff Spirit Award. Pierpont Road,emeraldnecklace.org
5/15-5/19
NANTUCKET WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Five days of unforgettable wine tastings on The Grey Lady? Count us in. Be sure to attend The Harbor Gala, where guests can sample wines and gourmet bites from award-winning chefs. Multiple locations,nantucketwinefestival.com
5/16
HIDDEN GARDENS OF BEACON HILL ANNUAL TOUR
Dating back to 1928, this historic tour by the Beacon Hill Garden Club celebrates the love of horticulture and urban gardening. This year’s 95th annual tour includes multiple exquisite gardens. beaconhillgardenclub.org
Opens 5/18
BEYOND BRILLIANCE: JEWELRY HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE COLLECTION
This stunning exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston celebrates jewelry throughout the ages with pieces from the MFA’s collection. Visitors can explore 150 stunning pieces, including a René Boivin starfish brooch from 1937. 465 Huntington Ave.,mfa.org
5/20
FAMILY REACH’S COOKING LIVE BOSTON
Support a great cause and experience world-class chefs at the Kimpton Marlowe Hotel. Iron Chef fans—look out for Ming Tsai and other chefs who will demonstrate their skills to raise money for families facing cancer. 25 Edwin H. Lane Blvd.,familyreach.org
Photography by: BOB O’CONNOR
