Things To Do in Boston This Weekend: April 3-April 5

Boston is gearing up for a big weekend, with two major concerts at TD Garden, a beloved anime convention taking over the Hynes, and candlelit performances at Simons Theatre. Whether you're a K-pop fan, an anime enthusiast, or just looking for a night out, there's something for everyone this weekend.

Anime Boston is a three-day convention held annually at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston that celebrates Japanese animation, comics, and pop culture. Organized by the New England Anime Society, the event has been a cornerstone of the Northeast anime convention circuit since its inaugural gathering in 2003. Programming includes a masquerade, an anime music video contest, karaoke, game shows, an artists' alley, and video games. While Japanese animation and comics remain the primary focus, the convention has expanded to include J-Pop, J-Rock, live-action Japanese media, and traditional Japanese history and culture. 

Adele's most beloved songs take on new life at Simons Theatre, where the Candlelight: Tribute to Adele concert transforms live music into a full sensory experience under the warm glow of candlelight. The 60-minute performance spans a sweeping setlist, from "Chasing Pavements" and "Skyfall" to "Easy On Me" and "Rolling in the Deep." Doors open 45 minutes before showtime, and late entry is not permitted. The venue is ADA compliant, and attendees must be at least 8 years old. Those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

K-pop powerhouse TWICE is bringing their "This Is For World Tour" to Boston. The nine-member group — Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu — performs on a 360-degree stage, transforming TD Garden into fully immersive experience that can be viewed from every angle. The tour supports their 2025 studio album "This Is For" and follows their record-breaking "Ready to Be" world tour, which drew 1.5 million fans across 51 shows. In 2023, TWICE became the first K-pop girl group to headline a stadium concert in the United States.

Boston has plenty on the calendar this weekend. Whether you're drawn to classical music, baseball, or the NBA, there's something worth catching in the city.

This week's lineup of weeknight events in Boston spans baseball, basketball, and classical music. Whether you're headed to Fenway Park, TD Garden, or Boston Symphony Hall, there's no shortage of reasons to get out of the house this week.