Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Varies
Categories:
Art, Nightlife, Party
Event website:
https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/
Take your museum adventures around the city to a whole new level this fall! See below for ten after-dark parties at some of Boston's most iconic museums.
1) Harvard Art Museums at Night
When: Thursday, 9/26 from 5-9pm
Cost: FREE
Info: Enjoy a night at the Harvard Art Museums with music from DJs and musicians, shop from local vendors & makers, and check out all the art collections the museum has to offer. Also, food & drink will be available, including wine, beer, coffee, tea, and sometimes even themed beverages.
2) Latinx Heritage Night at Museum of Fine Arts
When: Thursday, 9/26 from 5-10pm
Cost: $5
Info: In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the MFA is hosting a lively evening of Latinx culture with live music, dance, and inspiring talks in the galleries. The event highlights works by Latinx artists and features a special $5 minimum, pay-what-you-wish general admission after 5 pm.
When: Thursday, 9/19 from 6-10pm
Cost: $38
Info: Boston's brand new museum, WNDR, hosts WNDR After Dark every third Thursday of the month, featuring femme-led brands and artists. Explore immersive art, enjoy a curated mix by a local DJ, and savor cocktails and bites during extended hours.
When: Friday, 10/25 from 8pm-1am
Cost: $15-$25
Info: The highly anticipated event, MFA Late Nites, returns in October with an electrifying after-hours party complete with performances, DJs, food & drinks, and immersive art-making activities, promising an unforgettable evening of culture and entertainment at the museum.
5) Free First Thursdays at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
When: Thursday, 10/3 from 3-9pm
Cost: FREE
Info: On the first Thursday of every month, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum offers free admission to all from 3pm to 9pm. Enjoy the galleries after dark, live music, powerful conversations, and hands-on art. The Café is also open late for dinner and drinks.
When: Friday, 10/6 from 6-10pm
Cost: $30-$35
Info: Every first Friday of the month, the ICA throws themed parties overlooking the waterfront. For October, turn up the volume for a night filled with live music, DJ, art, drinks, and more! Show off your best rock-inspired look—whether grunge, punk, or Elvis—and create a badass cross stitch. Rock on!
When: Thursday, 10/10 from 6-9pm
Cost: $15-$20
Info: This adults-only, after-hours party happens once a month and features demonstrations, tastings, interactive play, live music, and a pop-up cash bar featuring artisan lite-bites by culinary specialists from around the city.
8) Halloween Live Show at the Museum of Science
When: Thursday, 10/24 starting at 6:30pm
Cost: $20-$25
Info: Enjoy this one-night-only, immersive Halloween experience filled with music, masquerade, and mayhem. Participate in the costume contest, grab a drink from the cash bar, and get ready for surprises at every turn.
When: Friday, 11/1 and 12/6 1 from 6 -9pm
Cost: $27
Info: Dance the night away with live DJ beats, get creative with art, and explore a curator-led tour of the “Dinorá Justice: The Lay of the Land" exhibition. Plus, cocktails and delicious bites are on the menu!
10) Diwali at Museum of Fine Arts
When: Thursday, 11/7 from 5-10pm
Cost: $5
Info: In celebration of Diwali, the MFA is hosting an after-dark party filled with art, performances, and activities honoring this ancient festival of lights. Experience the vibrant traditions of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, and Jains as they celebrate the triumph of light over darkness. Enjoy music, dance, art-making, and tours of South Asian art galleries throughout the night.
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 11:30a
Crane Estate
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 6:00p
Trillium Fort Point