Things To Do in Boston This Weekend: April 10-April 12

Boston is bringing the heat this weekend. "Steph Tolev: Keepin' Em Hard" delivers two nights of sharp, fearless comedy at The Wilbur, while Shen Yun transforms the Wang Theatre into a window into ancient China. And if you're looking to dance, Reggae Fest Boston Saturday Night Live is ready to keep the party going deep into the night. Whatever you're in the mood for, the city has you covered.

Steph Tolev is one of comedy's most exciting rising voices. Named a comedian to know by Vulture, the Toronto-born comic caught fire on Bill Burr's Netflix special "Friends Who Kill" and has appeared in films such as "Old Dads" and "Drugstore June." In 2025, Tolev released her critically acclaimed Netflix special "Filth Queen" to rave reviews, earned guest roles on "Tires" and "Shifting Gears," and became a sought-after guest on major comedy podcasts. A paid regular at the legendary Comedy Store in Los Angeles, she headlines top clubs and festivals nationwide and hosts the fan-favorite "Steph Infection" podcast.

Shen Yun brings 5,000 years of Chinese civilization to life in a breathtaking production that blends classical Chinese dance, live orchestra, and innovative stage design. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the New York-based company is widely regarded as the world's premier classical Chinese dance troupe. The grand-scale performance transports audiences through ancient legends, heroic tales, and the spiritual traditions that shaped Chinese culture for millennia, long before the modern era. With performers of extraordinary athleticism and grace, Shen Yun has earned a devoted global following and is hailed as a breakthrough in the performing arts.

Reggae Fest Boston Saturday Night Live brings the biggest dancehall party in the U.S., Canada, and London back to Boston. Get ready to dance the night away as DJs spin the best in dancehall, soca, reggae, Afrobeats, amapiano, reggaeton, and more. This is a 21-and-over event with a strict dress code in effect — no fitted or snapback baseball caps, durags, tank tops, white tees, team jerseys, athletic wear, or sweatpants. No slides, work boots, or Timberlands. Sneakers are permitted, and ladies may wear tank tops.

The weekend in Boston has something for the whole family and then some. Whether you're bringing the kids to a beloved story come to life on stage, cheering on the Celtics for Fan Appreciation Night, or catching some local sounds in Roslindale, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of it.

Boston doesn't slow down after the weekend. The week ahead serves up a little bit of everything, from live music and playoff hockey to an intimate evening of storytelling to carry you through to next weekend.