July 10–August 28, 2025

Concerts in the Courtyard

A Boston summer music tradition

The Elaine and Jerome Rosenfeld Concerts in the Courtyard are back! Tucked inside the MFA’s Calderwood Courtyard, this series showcases the hottest, most diverse acts from Boston and around the globe.

Doors open at 6 pm. Music starts at 7:30 pm.

Upcoming Events

Music

Thursday, July 10, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

The Villalobos Brothers, a Grammy-winning family band, is celebrated as a leading contemporary Mexican ensemble, captivating audiences across the...

Music

Thursday, July 17, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

As Ducks Ltd., Evan Lewis and Tom McGreevy thrive on skirting the edges of buoyant jangle pop and driving power pop. The duo’s latest album, Harm’s...

Music

Thursday, July 24, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

Born in Montreal, the Grenadian Canadian Kaia Kater has garnered acclaim from NPR’s Tiny Desk, the Guardian, and Rolling Stone for her jazz-fueled...

Music

Thursday, July 31, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

Patty Larkin is a visionary of sound and wonder—a real-deal artist made of equal parts guitar wizardry, vocals shot through with soul, and inventive...

Music

Thursday, August 7, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

Hazmat Modine plays the kind of blues one might have found in a barrelhouse in New Orleans, had the city been built on the Black Sea. The band is...

Music

Thursday, August 14, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

Hailing from Marseille, France, Zar Electrik marries Gnouwan trance, sub-Saharan loops, and bewitching electro into a singular sound all its on. The...

Music

Thursday, August 21, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

Pedro Pablo “Pedrito” Martínez was born in the Cayo Hueso neighborhood of Havana, Cuba, where you can hear rumba playing all day long. He began his...

Music

Thursday, August 28, 2025
7:30 pm–9:30 pm

Born in Thailand, Salin is a drummer, composer, and Juno Award–nominated producer based in Canada. Her music explores the enchanting sounds of...

Ticket Information

To order tickets by phone, call 1-800-440-6975 ($6 processing fee applies); to order in person, visit any MFA ticket desk.

Ticketing Policies

Event Policies

Courtyard seating is limited; low lawn chairs (3 feet or under when unfolded) and/or blankets are recommended. Outside food and beverages and tall chairs are not permitted. All bags are subject to inspection by Museum staff.

For more information about what you can bring and inclement weather, please see Concerts in the Courtyard Policies.

Bag Checks

All bags are subject to inspection by Museum staff. Backpacks, large bags, all liquids including hand sanitizer and sunscreen, and outside food or drink are not permitted. Exceptions are made for medical or religious needs. All bags are strongly discouraged, and any bags larger than 11” x 15” must be checked in the Coat Room upon entry. Read our full bag check policy.

Dining Options

Fresh seasonal meals, grab-and-go items like chips and cookies, beer, wine, signature drinks, and soft drinks are available for purchase at the concert starting when doors open.

Food may be ordered to go from the New American Café and brought to the concert. See to-go menus on the event page for each concert.

Sponsors

The Elaine and Jerome Rosenfeld Concerts in the Courtyard is supported by Elaine and Jerome Rosenfeld.

Did You Know?

Members get discounted tickets to Concerts in the Courtyard.

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