1. MayFair
The 24th annual MayFair will find you, whether you like it or not. There will be tents full of food and crafts scattered throughout the square, in addition to dancing and other performing arts to welcome the new month.
JFK Street, Brattle Street, Mass Ave, Church Street, and Eliot Triangle. Sunday, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Free!
2. ARTS First
Harvard shows off its creative side with this annual showcase of student and faculty arts. There will be over 200 events going on, involving photography, film, dance, music, drama—you name it.
All around campus, Thursday—Sunday. Free!
3. A.C. Jobim Tribute
Escape to Rio de Janeiro with the music of Sergio Brandao at the nearby Regatta Bar. Brandao and his ensemble will be fusing modern jazz with Antonio Carlos Jobim’s classic tunes like “The Girl from Ipanema.”
Regatta Bar, the Charles Hotel. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. $16
4. Tracy Morgan
Getting tired of your roommate’s jokes? Then head over to Faneuil Hall for some professional comedy. Tracy Morgan brings his stand-up from Saturday Night Live to Boston.
Comedy Connection, $27, Faneuil Hall, 2nd floor Quincy Market building, Boston. Friday, 8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.
5. Objects of Desire: Product Poster Masterpieces
Is your room covered with those classic “Got milk?” ads? Then the International Poster Gallery’s spring show is the perfect break from studying, where vintage and modern masterpieces are on display.
International Poster Gallery, 205 Newbury St. Boston. Through May 28. Mon-Sat 10-6, Sunday 12-6. Free!
