Special Events

The MFA is a venue for festive social events, cultural celebrations great for kids, relevant discussions of pressing issues, and popular annual events like Art in Bloom. Enjoy the Museum and its art at a special event that appeals to you and meet others who share your interests.

Special Event

College Night

Friday, April 10, 2026
5:00 pm–8:00 pm

Tickets available in person on a first-come, first-served basis. Free to college and university students with a valid school ID.

In Person
Special Event

Boston Public Schools High School Art Show

Sunday, April 12, 2026
11:00 am–2:00 pm
In Person
Special Event

$5 Third Thursday

Thursday, April 16, 2026
5:00 pm–10:00 pm

$5 minimum, pay-what-you-wish general admission

In Person
Special Event

April Vacation Week

Wednesday, April 22–Saturday, April 25, 2026
10:00 am–4:00 pm
In Person
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Art in Bloom

Friday, May 1–Sunday, May 3, 2026
During Museum hours
In Person
Special Event

Art in Bloom Family Day

Sunday, May 3, 2026
10:00 am–4:00 pm
In Person
Special Event

Artful Evenings

Friday, May 8, 2026
7:00 pm–9:00 pm

The MFA Eras Tour: Glitz and Glamour from the 1920s to 2020s. Everyone loves a party! Explore sparkly fashion, accessories, tablescapes fit for...

In Person
Tickets
Special Event

$5 Third Thursday

Thursday, May 21, 2026
5:00 pm–10:00 pm

$5 minimum, pay-what-you-wish general admission

In Person
Open House

Memorial Day Open House

Monday, May 25, 2026
10:00 am–5:00 pm

Tickets available in person on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is free with a valid Massachusetts zip code.

In Person
Special Event

Artful Evenings

Friday, May 29, 2026
7:00 pm–9:00 pm

The MFA Eras Tour: Glitz and Glamour from the 1920s to 2020s. Everyone loves a party! Explore sparkly fashion, accessories, tablescapes fit for...

In Person
Sold Out
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First Fridays

Friday, June 5, 2026
6:00 pm–9:00 pm

In partnership with DJ Dayglow, celebrate Pride at the MFA with art making, live performances, and music!

In Person
Tickets Available: 04/14/2026 - 10:00
Special Event

Artful Evenings

Friday, June 12, 2026
7:00 pm–9:00 pm

Spilling the Tea: MFA Edition. Discover the juicy backstories and the inside scoop about some of the Boston-based artists featured in the Museum’s...

In Person
Tickets
Special Event

$5 Third Thursday

Thursday, June 18, 2026
5:00 pm–10:00 pm

$5 minimum, pay-what-you-wish general admission

In Person
Open House

Juneteenth

Friday, June 19, 2026
10:00 am–10:00 pm

Tickets available in person on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is free with a valid Massachusetts zip code.

In Person
Special Event

Artful Evenings

Friday, June 26, 2026
7:00 pm–9:00 pm

Spilling the Tea: MFA Edition. Discover the juicy backstories and the inside scoop about some of the Boston-based artists featured in the Museum’s...

In Person
Tickets