DYKEFEST: A Sapphic Arts Festival

Sat. Aug. 08, 2026 at 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Boston’s premier sapphic arts festival is taking over the Armory once again!

We’re bringing together some of the city’s best musicians, comedians, visual artists, drag and burlesque performers to showcase their talents.

Agenda:

Vendor Fair 1pm ($5 cash only ATD)
Comedy show 7pm
Drag & Burlesque show 9pm

Akeylah Simone… As-Is. Black First

Sat. Aug. 08, 2026 at 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

AS | Black First is the ultimate meetup celebrating Black excellence, culture, and vibes in person!

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Raw. Radiant. Revolutionary. Akeylah Simone’s AS IS | Black First Tour is more than a concert-it’s a declaration. With a voice that commands attention and a presence that radiates authenticity, Akeylah delivers a soul-stirring performance that celebrates Black identity, resilience, and artistry in its purest form. This tour is a sonic journey through genres —R&B, soul, jazz, and funk-woven together with unapologetic storytelling and electrifying stagecraft. Each show is a living, breathing canvas where Akeylah paints her truth As Is: unfiltered, unpolished, and unforgettable.

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DYKEFEST: A Sapphic Arts Festival

DYKEFEST: A Sapphic Arts Festival

Boston’s premier sapphic arts festival is taking over the Armory once again!

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