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

$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–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, 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