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Seating in the Platinum area

Here’s what the Platinum experience is like at Boston Calling 2019

A birds-eye view of the Rose Kennedy Fitzgerald Greenway.

Play lawn games, sip libations, and score giveaways at the Greenway's Glow in the Park

In this photo taken with a fisheye lens, fans cheer during the Boston Calling Music Festival on Saturday, May 26, 2018, in Allston.

Boston Calling 2019 photos: Scenes from the festival

These 6 free concerts will grace the Esplanade this summer May 24, 2019 | 4:19 PM

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A guide to Boston Calling's after-parties May 24, 2019 | 12:53 PM

In this photo taken with a fisheye lens, fans cheer during the Boston Calling Music Festival on Saturday, May 26, 2018, in Allston.

Live updates from Boston Calling 2019 May 24, 2019 | 12:28 PM

A sausage from Down at the Rink

A new beachside snack shack is now open in South Boston May 24, 2019 | 12:26 PM

1959 Chevrolet Corvette.

31 car shows worth checking out while the weather is nice May 24, 2019 | 11:15 AM

national trails day charles river esplanade

REI is calling on outdoor enthusiasts to give back to the Charles River Esplanade May 24, 2019 | 8:45 AM

Flags planted on the Boston Common for Memorial Day.

Watch thousands of flags planted on the Boston Common for Memorial Day May 23, 2019 | 6:31 PM

INDIO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 28: Lil Nas X performs onstage during the 2019 Stagecoach Festival at Empire Polo Field on April 28, 2019 in Indio, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Stagecoach)

Lil Nas X and Chase Rice will kick off the Stanley Cup Final at a free concert and viewing party May 23, 2019 | 6:10 PM

Doughnut burger from Big Bad Burger at TD Garden

Check out the TD Garden concession stand specials for the Stanley Cup Final May 23, 2019 | 5:07 PM

Shaquille O'Neal at The Grand on Thursday, August 2.

Here are the first music acts coming to Encore Boston Harbor May 23, 2019 | 3:54 PM

Producers cancel the worldwide premiere of 'Magic Mike the Musical' in Boston May 23, 2019 | 2:44 PM

Zipcar parks pass

How a car could get you free access to certain New England state parks and beaches May 23, 2019 | 2:09 PM

ICA Watershed

10 things to do in Boston this Memorial Day weekend May 23, 2019 | 5:00 AM

biggest bounce house boston

The world's largest bounce house comes to Greater Boston this summer May 22, 2019 | 9:14 PM

Rebel Rebel

A #roseforresistance movement is sweeping the Boston drink scene May 22, 2019 | 5:50 PM

Boston, MA - July 04, 2018: Scott Webb enjoys the festivities at the end of the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanade in Boston, MA on July 04, 2018. (Craig F. Walker/Globe Staff) section: metro reporter:

How to watch the 2019 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on July 4 May 22, 2019 | 4:58 PM

Fireworks shoot from the Hatch Shell as confetti falls during the annual Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Esplanade.

Queen Latifah to headline the 2019 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular May 22, 2019 | 4:00 PM

Boston, MA - 5/27/2018 - Fans cheers as singer Khalid Robinson performs at the Boston Calling music festival in Boston, MA, May 27, 2018. (Keith Bedford/Globe Staff)

Everything you need to know for Boston Calling 2019 May 22, 2019 | 1:26 PM

Six String Grill and Stage

Photos: Take a look inside Six String Grill and Stage at Patriot Place May 22, 2019 | 11:04 AM

L.L. Bean is offering free outdoor courses from May 25 to June 30.

It won't cost you a thing to take these outdoor classes with L.L. Bean May 22, 2019 | 10:43 AM

In this Wednesday, April 24, 2019, photo, American Airlines aircraft are shown parked at their gates at Miami International Airport in Miami. American Airlines is accusing its mechanics and their unions of conducting an illegal work slowdown to gain leverage in contract talks, and the airline is asking a federal judge to stop the activity. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

It will now cost less to travel with sports and music equipment on American Airlines May 22, 2019 | 10:40 AM

Kelly's Roast Beef

Kelly's Roast Beef closes its Saugus location after an employee tests positive for typhoid fever May 22, 2019 | 10:15 AM

Mafaldini alla anatra at Fox & the Knife

A Southie enoteca is one of Food & Wine's 2019 Best New Restaurants May 21, 2019 | 9:25 AM

Boston-02/28/18- Cardboard boxes are overwhelming people due to online shopping. A large box leaning against a recycle bin on H Street in South Boston partially blocks the sidewalk. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff(metro)

Are you recycling your cardboard correctly? May 21, 2019 | 5:00 AM

Madonna adds Madame X tour dates, including Boston shows May 20, 2019 | 1:31 PM

A roast beef sandwich from Nick's Famous Roast Beef in North Beverly.

Here's why People magazine is talking about a North Shore sandwich shop May 20, 2019 | 11:05 AM

Hot Chix

Nashville hot chicken will make a rare appearance in Boston this week May 20, 2019 | 9:21 AM

Inbound traffic on the Massachusetts Turnpike.

Experts predict the worst times to drive this Memorial Day May 20, 2019 | 5:00 AM

Matt Kimm, 21, of Boston reads a book along the Esplanade as he waits for the fireworks in Boston, Massachusetts July 4, 2013. (Jessica Rinaldi For The Boston Globe)

22 books that local experts say you should read this summer May 19, 2019 | 5:00 AM

5-12-19: Boston, MA.: The Bruins Matt Grzelcyk (center) is all smiles as he celebrates his second period power play goal, his second tally of the game, that gave Boston a 4-0 lead. Teammates Charlie Coyle (left) and David Krejci (right) are with him. The Boston Bruins hosted the Carolina Hurricanes in Game Two of the Stanley Cup Eastern Conference Finals NHL playoff series at the TD Garden. (Jim Davis /Globe Staff).

Here's how much it will cost you to attend the Stanley Cup Final at TD Garden May 18, 2019 | 10:41 AM