Things To Do in Boston This Weekend: May 30-June 1
Boston’s weekend lineup includes live music, comedy, and summer celebrations. From rock anthems and country hits to razor-sharp stand-up sets, the city’s stages will be buzzing with energy. Shoppers, foodies, and festivalgoers…

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Boston's weekend lineup includes live music, comedy, and summer celebrations. From rock anthems and country hits to razor-sharp stand-up sets, the city's stages will be buzzing with energy. Shoppers, foodies, and festivalgoers will also find plenty to enjoy as summer kicks into full swing.
Mayday Parade
- What: Live Music with Mayday Parade
- When: Friday, May 30, 2025, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6)
- Where: Citizens House of Blues Boston, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston
- Cost: $40.50 to $66
Mayday Parade is celebrating two decades of heartfelt anthems with its 2025 U.S. "Three Cheers for Twenty Years Tour." . Emerging from the Tallahassee scene, the band's debut album, "A Lesson In Romantics," earned Gold certification and cemented its place in pop-punk history. Known for emotional depth and sing-along energy, Mayday Parade's live shows are cathartic experiences where every lyric resonates. Fans can look forward to hearing "A Lesson In Romantics" performed in full, bringing the beloved album's raw emotion and energy to the stage .
Quinn Dale: "Oh Yes He Did" Tour
- What: Comedian Quinn Dale Live
- When: Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 5:30 and 8 p.m.
- Where: Nick's Comedy Stop, 100 Warrenton St., Boston
- Cost: Early Bird Discount $39.95, General Admission $49.95, VIP $59.95
Experience the razor-sharp wit of Quinn Dale, a comedy sensation with over a million followers and a development deal with 20th Century Fox. Known for his daring humor on race and politics, Dale has been featured on "The Tonight Show," Comedy Central, Showtime, and "Last Call with Carson Daly." Originally from Minnesota and now based in Los Angeles, Dale's relatable style bridges generations and backgrounds. With his signature improvisational crowd work, he promises a night of spontaneous, uproarious interactions that will leave audiences laughing long after the show ends.
Other Events
Boston is bursting with ways to kick off the summer season, from lively markets and festive tastings to nights filled with laughter. Whether you're shopping for local treasures, sampling refreshing drinks, or catching a stand-up show, there's something for everyone to enjoy this weekend:
- SoWa Open Market: Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (recurring on Sundays through Oct. 26, 2025) at 500 Harrison Ave., Boston
- Summer Solstice Fizz Festival: Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 1, 3:30, and 6 p.m. at Time Out Market Boston, 401 Park Drive, Boston
- Ryan Davis: Friday, May 30, 2025, at 7 and 9:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 6:30 and 9 p.m.; and Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Laugh Boston, 425 Summer St., Boston