This month is brimming with events to keep Bostonians booked and busy.
9/6-9/7
BREAKAWAY MUSIC FESTIVAL MASS
Experience an EDM emergence as Breakaway Music Festival Mass lands at the Palladium Outdoors in Worcester, featuring artists like Illenium and Tiësto. 261 Main St., Worcester,breakawayfestival.com
9/7
THE LENNY ZAKIM FUND’S LIGHT THE NIGHT EVENT
Overlooking Boston’s sparkling Zakim Bridge, the Lenny Zakim Fund’s Light the Night event at the Alcove restaurant supports its mission to promote social justice. With live music, food and auction items, this evening event is a must-attend. 50 Lovejoy Wharf,thelennyzakimfund.org
9/7-9/8
THE BOSTON ARTS FESTIVAL
Boston is nothing if not a city full of talented creatives—why not celebrate them? Since 2003, the two-day Boston Arts Festival has done just that, highlighting local artists across various mediums like photography, painting and sculpture. Christopher Columbus Park,thebostonartsfestival.com
9/9-9/10
JAMES TAYLOR AND HIS ALLSTAR BAND
Looking for an end-of-summer show? Witness the timeless act that is James Taylor And His All-Star Band as they perform yet another showstopping concert this year at MGM Music Hall at Fenway. 2 Lansdowne St.,livenation.com
9/12-9/15
NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Celebrate the nautical charm of Newport at one of the largest boat shows in the country, featuring over 600 exhibitors from power boats to sailboats. 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI,newportboatshow.com
9/13/24-1/5/25
MADE IN GERMANY? ART AND IDENTITY IN A GLOBAL NATION
Through January, the Harvard Art Museums are highlighting the complexities of German identity and the country’s ethnic and cultural diversity through art since 1980. Featuring artists like Marc Brandenburg, the powerful exhibit dives into race, migration and labor in German history. 32 Quincy St., Cambridge,harvardartmuseums.org
9/13 and 9/15
MITRIDATE
Highlighting the work of famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Boston Lyric Opera’s production of Mitridate tells the story of a king who puts his family’s loyalty to the test. This rare performance at the Cutler Majestic theater is sure to captivate everyone’s eyes and ears. 219 Tremont St.,blo.org
9/15
BOSTON LOCAL FOOD FESTIVAL
Lined with vendors, cooking demos and a seafood throwdown, the Boston Local Food Festival highlights community chefs, fishermen and farmers from New England to show off their unique recipes and flavorful cuisines. Rose Kennedy Greenway,bostonlocalfood.org
9/15
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS V. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Jump into football season with the Patriots’ first home game on Sept. 15. at Gillette Stadium. Entering their first home matchup with the Seattle Seahawks since the 2016 season, the Patriots are ready to fight. A fresh change to their roster and coaching staff ensures the highly-anticipated season will keep fans watching closely. Those lucky enough to experience the football frenzy from club seats will enjoy a panoramic view of the field. patriots.com
A rare 1937 Packard Twelve Rollston Victoria will be competing for The Boston Cup Best of Show award.
9/29
THE BOSTON CUP
Now in its 13th year, the Boston Cup showcases classic cars across New England. With over 30,000 attendees, the show is an appreciation of history and modernity. 139 Tremont St.,thebostoncup.com
Photography by: COURTESY OF THE NEW ENG LAND PATRIOTS/CAROLYN MOONEY; JACK CRISWELL
