The 10 Best Things to Do in Boston in April

This April is blooming with unforgettable events, ranging from the 129th Boston Marathon to the Boston Red Sox’s opening day at Fenway Park.

Enjoy performances by Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo and Mario at TD Garden this month.

Through 4/6
THA SUN WILL SET
Discover modern abstraction at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Featuring works by three generations of female artists from the Americas, this exhibit converges modernism, femininity, the body and landscape. 465 Huntington Ave.,mfa.org

4/4
BOSTON RED SOX HOME OPENER
Cheer on the Boston Red Sox as they face the St. Louis Cardinals at Fenway Park. Fans can enjoy spectacular views from exclusive Dugout Club seats or the Sam Adams Deck. 4 Jersey St.,mlb.com/redsox

4/5
THE ARDEN PARTY
Where art thou Shakespeare fans? Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s gala supporting As You Like It is a must-attend affair at The Newbury Boston. Enjoy an extravagant dinner, a live auction and performances set in the Forest of Arden. 1 Newbury St.,commshakes.org

4/8-4/20
SHUCKED
Prepare for a comedy-filled night with Shucked, a Tony Award-winning musical with farm-to-fable themes. Featuring a score by Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, this corn-themed show at Citizens Opera House will keep you captivated. 539 Washington St.,broadwayinboston.com

4/10-4/15
BOSTON INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Experience diverse independent and experimental films at the Simons IMAX Theatre. Screening the works of talented filmmakers, this six-day festival instills immersive conversation between creators and their audiences. 1 Central Wharf,bostoniff.com

4/14
MARY J. BLIGE
Sing along as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul” takes the stage at TD Garden. Including Ne-Yo and Mario, the For My Fans Tour is sure to bring electrifying energy to Boston. 100 Legends Way,maryjblige.com

Whether running 26.2 miles or cheering on the athletes from a Back Bay eatery, Marathon Monday is not to be missed.

4/21
129TH BOSTON MARATHON PRESENTED BY BANK OF AMERICA
Nothing compares to Boston on Marathon Monday. Cheer on runners as they take on an exhilarating 26.2-mile journey throughout Boston’s historic streets. Main St., Hopkinton to Boylston St., Boston,baa.org

Literary Lights takes place in a stunning ballroom at Fairmont Copley Plaza.

4/27
LITERARY LIGHTS
Celebrate the remarkable works of Northeast writers at the 35th annual Literary Lights dinner. This black-tie optional affair at the Fairmont Copley Plaza honors renowned writers while raising funds to preserve and promote the Boston Public Library’s Special Collections. 138 St. James Ave.,literarylights.org

4/26
THE WONDER BALL
Support Boston Children’s Museum’s crucial playful learning access programs at the 11th annual Wonder Ball. Attendees can enjoy a night of celebration and philanthropy at the not-to-be-missed affair. 308 Congress St.,bostonchildrensmuseum.org

4/27
RUN OF THE CHARLES
Whether you kayak, canoe or paddleboard, this four-course race will certainly be unforgettable. Paddle throughout Watertown and Cambridge before celebrating with music at The Black Harp Traveling Irish Pub and Beer Garden. 1255 Soldiers Field Road,crwa.org