Central Square Theater is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

1. Central Square Theater

7.7
450 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Performing Arts Venue · 6 tips and reviews

BU TodayBU Today: Established in 2008, Central Square Theater is a collaboration between two nonprofits: Nora Theatre Company and Underground Railroad Theatre. Read more.

Al C.Al Chase: Home to two different theater companies- Nora and Underground Railway.

Aaron B.Aaron Barrera: Great play! Will def return

Loeb Drama Center (A.R.T) is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

2. Loeb Drama Center (A.R.T)

8.8
64 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
Theater · Harvard Square · 32 tips and reviews

David L.David Lawter: We saw "The Glass Menagerie" here. It was an incredible production. Great theater space. Great theater group. Look for a deal with their hotel partners for a good discount.

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: The shows that have come through this often unconventional space represent a wide range of styles and tastes. Come expand the boundaries of theater at the A.R.T. Read more.

BU TodayBU Today: Founded in 1980, A.R.T. has staged dozens of American and world premieres, and earned a Pulitzer and a Tony Award for best regional theater, among others. The A.R.T. boasts a resident company as well. Read more.

Multicultural Arts Center is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

3. Multicultural Arts Center

8.2
41 2nd St (at Thorndike St.), Cambridge, MA
Art Gallery · East Cambridge · 6 tips and reviews

LauraLaura: Saw School For Scandal here; while it is a small venue, it was well set up and comfortable for the duration of the play

Bridesign Wedding FlowersBridesign Wedding Flowers: Are you an engaged couple getting married here? We deliver pre-arranged wedding flowers directly from the flower fields: you receive fresher flowers at a lower price right at this venue! Bridesign.com

Al C.Al Chase: Beautifully restored.

@ZuZuBar & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

4. @ZuZuBar & Restaurant

7.1
474 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Gay Bar · 36 tips and reviews

Madison G.Madison Gouzie: You can't outdance the "penguin" but you can try!

Sean F.Sean Fitzroy: order the garlic dip if you're already in a long-term relationship.

David D.David Day: If you can't get laid at Soul-Le-Lu-Jah I got nothing for ya.

Out of the Blue Gallery is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

5. Out of the Blue Gallery

7.2
541 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Art Gallery · 13 tips and reviews

Ulyee F.Ulyee Foobar: Nice selection amazing artwork Plus African Gift Items

Shardé M.Shardé McFadden: Open for the day come on in new artist are up and ready to be seen!

Simon K.Simon Katz: MY CAT IS DEAD

Sanders Theatre is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

6. Sanders Theatre

9.3
45 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA
Theater · Mid-Cambridge · 12 tips and reviews

Michael B.Michael Baskin: absolutley gorgeous space, rich wood and always great performances (except of course the economics 10 lectures...but they shouldn't count)

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: Although it housed its last Commencement in 1922, this 1,166 seat theater with a 180 degree design is a popular venue for lectures, ceremonies, & performances.

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: We shall not cease from explorationAnd the end of all our exploringWill be to arrive where we startedAnd know the place for the first timeT.S. Eliot A.B'09 A.M'11 Litt.D'47 from Four Quartets

The Sinclair is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

7. The Sinclair

8.9
52 Church St (at Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · Harvard Square · 79 tips and reviews

Cole K.Cole Kennedy: Super cool vibe. Like, seriously good design. So much better than most rock clubs. Also a killer lineup of music (and beers).

Boston.comBoston.com: Drink a Kentucky Luau: bourbon with hints of cinnamon, pineapple, and best of all, a floral scent that will leave you craving for more. Try it on the new roof deck. Read more.

ThrillistThrillist: After taking down some heavenly deviled eggs with crispy bacon bits and a trio of pastrami'd pork belly sliders, you'll want to take matters into your own hands with the Sinclair Burger. Read more.

Club Passim is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

8. Club Passim

8.4
47 Palmer St (Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Music Venue · Harvard Square · 22 tips and reviews

Secret B.Secret Boston: Coolest music vibe in town, man. 60s

The FeastThe Feast: Legendary folk joint. A slightly older crowd holds court here most nights, but also expect to see plenty of music-nerds.

Ingrid H.Ingrid Hartman: Buy tickets early so you can sit up in front. Amazingly intimate venue, nothing quite like it.

State Park is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

9. State Park

8.4
One Kendall Sq. Bld. 300 (Hampshire St. & Cardinal Medeiros Ave.), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · 63 tips and reviews

Terrence B.Terrence Beach: Great spot for late night food and drinks. The menu changes often so don't get too attached to anything.

EaterEater: State Park features amusements like tabletop shuffleboard, a small menu of reasonably priced Southern snacks and light bites, and a beverage program that includes pitchers of cocktails.

Jake S.Jake Smith: The BBQ Spaghetti is fantastic; huge hunks of brisket with a bit of a kick. The amazing garlic bread is the icing on this savory cake.

MIT Kresge Auditorium (Building W16) is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

10. MIT Kresge Auditorium (Building W16)

8.1
48 Massachusetts Ave Rear, Cambridge, MA
Concert Hall · MIT · 9 tips and reviews

David H.David Holtz: Cool student events here every now and then. The acoustics are pretty terrible for amplified performance (e.g., standup comedy).

MITMIT: Big events take place here, including Obama's visit to campus in 2009. Community events (with free food!) often take place at the Oval in the spring.

Enrique Y.Enrique Yamuni: #startupbootcamp

Beat Brasserie is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

11. Beat Brasserie

8.1
13 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
Jazz and Blues Venue · Harvard Square · 91 tips and reviews

Michael R.Michael Rheaume: Very cool jazz club! Huge underground space with two bars. Charming bartenders and great cocktails.

emma t.emma tangoren: from the owners of the beehive in the south end, described as a "subterranean restaurant-bar-nightclub"

Jake S.Jake Smith: If you're planning on eating, arrive early or plan on waiting a while for a table (or eating at the crowded bar). Try one of the ingeniously developed cocktails, like the Purple Door.

The Plough and Stars is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

12. The Plough and Stars

8.0
912 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Pub · 60 tips and reviews

Brooke H.Brooke Holliday: amazingly great pub fare, down to the fries. eclectic neighborhood regulars and great staff. free wifi

Chris G.Chris Gauvain: Get an Old Fashioned! You'll feel like Don Draper, and enjoy it more than getting one anywhere else.

Joshua G.Joshua Green: the weekend brunch here is great, probably the best in Cambridge

Oberon is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

13. Oberon

7.9
2 Arrow St (at Massachusetts Ave), Cambridge, MA
Night Club · 29 tips and reviews

Aaron C.Aaron Cohen: Lots of great burlesque and unusual variety shows. If you have an open mind and want to see something fun and different, Oberon is the place.

Amnesty InternationalAmnesty International: Through April 2, the A.R.T.'s production of Prometheus Bound combines art with Human Rights and supports Amnesty in our efforts to free prisoners of conscience. Read more.

Emily D.Emily Dean: The Donkey Show is one of the best possible ways to dance the night away. Read more.

The Lilypad is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

14. The Lilypad

7.7
1353 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA
Music Venue · Inman Square · 7 tips and reviews

Harrison C.Harrison Cobb: Awesome little venue, no stage, just a piano and a sound system and whatever else the band brings. Very intimate, very fun! An all around great time

The FeastThe Feast: Go see a jazz performance in the uber-cool, bare-bones performance space. Or drop by during the day for yoga. Read more.

Lauren P.Lauren Pespisa: Chill vibes all around

Cantab Lounge is one of The 15 Best Performing Arts Venues in Cambridge.

15. Cantab Lounge

7.5
738 Massachusetts Ave (at Pleasant St.), Cambridge, MA
Dive Bar · 50 tips and reviews

Spencer S.Spencer Schoeben: this place is very authentic. great place to chill with your friends. one of the last of it's kind in cambridge

Tommy L.Tommy Leep: Head to Cantab on a Tuesday night for a few hours of bluegrass. PBR is the way to get your feet movin'.

Joe M.Joe McAteer: Head downstairs around 11 on bluegrass night for a chance to see the performers jam together