Boston, September 25, 2025
News Summary
This fall, Boston and its surrounding areas showcase an exciting lineup of live music and arts events from late September to early October. With performances ranging from rock and indie shows to orchestral programs and a commissioned opera focusing on climate change, there is something for everyone. Key events feature renowned artists and unique activities like hiking combined with music. This rich cultural tapestry spans various venues, making it an unmissable season for art enthusiasts.
Boston
Summary
This fall, Boston and nearby communities present a concentrated slate of live music and arts events from late September through early October 2023. Highlights include rock and indie shows, chamber jazz, orchestral programs, a commissioned climate-focused opera, a solo piano milestone concert, a hike paired with a performance, and multiple contemporary and Latin cultural events. Dates cluster between September 26 and October 2, offering options across venues in Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, Natick, Woonsocket (R.I.), Monson, and City Hall Plaza.
Key upcoming events (most time-sensitive)
Stereolab
Stereolab: Performing in support of their first album in 15 years, titled “Instant Holograms on Metal Film.” Date: September 26, 8 p.m. Venue: Roadrunner Boston. Website: roadrunnerboston.com
Amythyst Kiah
Amythyst Kiah: Latest album “Still + Bright” features collaborations like “I Will Not Go Down.” Date: September 27, 8 p.m. Venue: Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville. Website: crystalballroomboston.com
Cautious Clay
Cautious Clay: Touring for “The Hours Tour,” which tracks time through music. Upcoming album “The Hours: Night” includes the track “Art Museum (2am).” Date: September 30, 8 p.m. Venue: The Sinclair, Cambridge. Phone: 617-547-5200 Website: sinclaircambridge.com
Hike with Erin McKeown
Hike with Erin McKeown: Unique activity combining hiking with music at the summit of Peaked Mountain. Date: September 27, 3 p.m. Cost: $60. Location: Peaked Mountain, 138 Butler Road, Monson. Tickets: tickets.thetrustees.org
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country: Young singer-songwriter promoting his music genre “cosmic country.” Date: September 27, 8 p.m. Venue: Royale, 279 Tremont St. Cost: $30. Phone: 888-929-7849 Website: www.axs.com
Ran Blake: 90th Birthday Concert
Ran Blake: 90th Birthday Concert: Solo piano concert featuring special guests. Date: September 27, 4 p.m. Cost: $23.18. Venue: First Parish in Brookline, 382 Walnut St., Brookline. Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/ran-blake-90th-birthday-concert-tickets-1636746626219
Additional performances and arts offerings
Micky & The Motorcars
Micky & The Motorcars: Brothers Micky and Gary Braun performing Texas roots-rock. Date: October 2, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $20-$40 with a minimum food/beverage charge. Venue: City Winery, 80 Beverly St. Phone: 617-933-8047 Website: www.citywinery.com/boston
Stuart Munro Selwyn Birchwood Band
Stuart Munro Selwyn Birchwood Band: Noted for exciting electric and lap steel performances. Dates: September 26, 8 p.m. at The Center for Arts in Natick and September 27, 8 p.m. at Chan’s Fine Oriental Dining, Woonsocket, R.I. Cost: $35-$40.
Bert Seager’s Heart of Hearing
Bert Seager’s Heart of Hearing: Chamber jazz quartet performance led by pianist-composer Bert Seager. Date: October 1, 7 p.m. Cost: $15. Venue: Lily Pad, 1353 Cambridge St., Cambridge. Website: www.lilypadinman.com
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Boston Symphony Orchestra: Conducted by Andris Nelsons featuring works by Strauss and Mozart. Date: September 27. Anniversary celebration of Symphony Hall starts October 2. Venue: Symphony Hall. Phone: 617-266-1200 Website: www.bso.org
White Snake Projects
White Snake Projects: Commissioned opera “White Raven, Black Dove” exploring climate change themes. Dates: September 26-28. Venue: Strand Theatre. Website: www.whitesnakeprojects.org
Collage New Music
Collage New Music: Season premiere program “Memory Palaces” featuring diverse composers. Date: September 28, 3 p.m. Venue: Pickman Hall, Longy School of Music, Cambridge. Phone: 617-850-2044 Website: www.collagenewmusic.org
Fiesta en la Plaza
Fiesta en la Plaza: Celebrating Latin American culture with dance, music, and cinema. Date: September 28, noon-5 p.m. Free event at City Hall Plaza. Website: www.boritix.com
Boston Dance Theater
Boston Dance Theater: Contemporary dance evening “Red is a feeling” themed around love and resilience. Date: September 27. Cost: $25-$30. Venue: Hopkinton Center for the Arts. Website: www.bostondancetheater.com
Practical notes
Many events list specific ticket prices, phone numbers, and websites for more information or reservations. Some venues are small and may have capacity limits or additional charges such as food and beverage minimums. Dates and times are concentrated around late September through October 2, 2023, so interested attendees should verify availability and any entry rules directly with the venue or event organizer before planning travel.
FAQ
When is Stereolab performing?
Stereolab: Performing in support of their first album in 15 years, titled “Instant Holograms on Metal Film.” Date: September 26, 8 p.m. Venue: Roadrunner Boston. Website: roadrunnerboston.com
What is Amythyst Kiah presenting?
Amythyst Kiah: Latest album “Still + Bright” features collaborations like “I Will Not Go Down.” Date: September 27, 8 p.m. Venue: Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville. Website: crystalballroomboston.com
What are the details for Cautious Clay’s show?
Cautious Clay: Touring for “The Hours Tour,” which tracks time through music. Upcoming album “The Hours: Night” includes the track “Art Museum (2am).” Date: September 30, 8 p.m. Venue: The Sinclair, Cambridge. Phone: 617-547-5200 Website: sinclaircambridge.com
How can I attend the Hike with Erin McKeown?
Hike with Erin McKeown: Unique activity combining hiking with music at the summit of Peaked Mountain. Date: September 27, 3 p.m. Cost: $60. Location: Peaked Mountain, 138 Butler Road, Monson. Tickets: tickets.thetrustees.org
When is the Ran Blake 90th birthday concert?
Ran Blake: 90th Birthday Concert: Solo piano concert featuring special guests. Date: September 27, 4 p.m. Cost: $23.18. Venue: First Parish in Brookline, 382 Walnut St., Brookline. Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/ran-blake-90th-birthday-concert-tickets-1636746626219
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Quick reference table
| Event | Date & Time | Venue / Location | Cost / Notes | Phone / Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stereolab | September 26, 8 p.m. | Roadrunner Boston | — | roadrunnerboston.com |
| Amythyst Kiah | September 27, 8 p.m. | Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, Somerville | — | crystalballroomboston.com |
| Cautious Clay | September 30, 8 p.m. | The Sinclair, Cambridge | — | 617-547-5200 / sinclaircambridge.com |
| Hike with Erin McKeown | September 27, 3 p.m. | Peaked Mountain, 138 Butler Road, Monson | $60 | tickets.thetrustees.org |
| Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country | September 27, 8 p.m. | Royale, 279 Tremont St. | $30 | 888-929-7849 / www.axs.com |
| Micky & The Motorcars | October 2, 7:30 p.m. | City Winery, 80 Beverly St. | $20-$40; minimum food/beverage charge | 617-933-8047 / www.citywinery.com/boston |
| Stuart Munro Selwyn Birchwood Band | September 26, 8 p.m.; September 27, 8 p.m. | The Center for Arts in Natick; Chan’s Fine Oriental Dining, Woonsocket, R.I. | $35-$40 | — |
| Ran Blake: 90th Birthday Concert | September 27, 4 p.m. | First Parish in Brookline, 382 Walnut St., Brookline | $23.18 | eventbrite.com/e/ran-blake-90th-birthday-concert-tickets-1636746626219 |
| Bert Seager’s Heart of Hearing | October 1, 7 p.m. | Lily Pad, 1353 Cambridge St., Cambridge | $15 | www.lilypadinman.com |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | September 27; Anniversary events start October 2 | Symphony Hall | — | 617-266-1200 / www.bso.org |
| White Snake Projects | September 26-28 | Strand Theatre | — | www.whitesnakeprojects.org |
| Collage New Music | September 28, 3 p.m. | Pickman Hall, Longy School of Music, Cambridge | — | 617-850-2044 / www.collagenewmusic.org |
| Fiesta en la Plaza | September 28, noon-5 p.m. | City Hall Plaza | Free | www.boritix.com |
| Boston Dance Theater | September 27 | Hopkinton Center for the Arts | $25-$30 | www.bostondancetheater.com |
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