January doesn’t have to suck. Avoid the inevitable boredom that strikes in the middle of winter and check out the best Boston events taking place January 2022. Boston is hosting a slew of concerts, live performances, exhibitions, and festivals to start the new year off right. Bundle up and bring your masks because these events won’t wait.
Imagine VanGogh
You’ve probably seen this immersive experience making its rounds across social media by now. And it’s finally happening in Boston! Tickets start at $39 per person and the exhibit runs from now through March 19, 2022. The experience lasts approximately one hour and takes place at the SoWa Power Station.
Boston Wine & Food Festival
The annual Boston Wine & Food Festival starts on January 21, 2022. A variety of wine and dine events are scheduled sporadically throughout the end of March 2022. Click here to read up on ticket prices and details.
Museum Exhibitions
Museum of Science
Head to the Museum of Science and experience the All Aboard! Trains at Science Park exhibit.
Running until January 17, 2022
Museum of Fine Arts
The MFA has several incredible exhibitions ending soon. But don’t worry there’s still time to dive into the world of contemporary art, read up on women during the Renaissance period, and learn about the American postcard craze.
Institute of Contemporary Art
Two exhibitions ending soon at the ICA include Raúl de Nieves’ sculpture collection and Deana Lawson’s photographic exploration of Black identities.
Concerts
Saturday, January 8 | Method Man and Redman | The Palladium Worcester in Worcester
Saturday, January 8 | Steve Aoki | Big Night Live
Friday, January 14 | Motion City Soundtrack | House of Blues
Tuesday, January 18 | Cat Power | Paradise Rock Club
Saturday, January 22 | Red Hot Chili Pipers (yes, it’s a cover band) | Cabot Theatre in Beverly
Sunday, January 23 | Alina Baraz | House of Blues
Thursday, January 27 | Kacey Musgraves | TD Garden
Sunday, January 30 | Bryce Vine | Big Night Live
Musicals
January 4 – 30 | Jesus Christ Superstar | Colonial Theatre Boston & Providence Center of Performing Arts
January 18 – 30 | Pretty Woman: The Musical | Citizens Bank Opera House
January 27 – 30 | Disney on Ice: Into the Magic | SNHU Arena
Planning for 2023? Grab your Hamilton tickets here.
Stand-Up Comedy
Friday, January 7 | Eddie Griffin | Wilbur Theatre
Friday, January 14 | Dave Attell | Wilbur Theatre
New Hampshire Ice Castles
Head to Lincoln, New Hampshire for the annual ice castle spectacular. Ticket prices start at $20 per adult. The event is weather dependent. Festivities begin on January 14 and end March 12.
