# Event Details - **Event Name**: The WBUR Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Two days of lively conversations, podcast tapings, musical performances — and plenty of surprises in Boston.About this EventFriday's lineup includes:Chef, author and founder of World Central Kitchen José AndrésFormer Surgeon General of the U.S. Dr. Vivek Murthy“Bowling Alone” author and star of Netflix's "Join or Die” Robert PutnamNPR CEO Katherine MaherFormer mayor of Chicago and former White House chief of staff Rahm EmanuelFormer U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. John BoltonAuthor and entrepreneur Ann HandleyDropkick Murphys frontman Ken CaseyFormer National Security Advisor Jake SullivanHost of Serial’s new podcast, “The Idiot,” Pulitzer Prize winner M. GessenResearch chief for The Atlantic Yvonne RolzhausenPlus, business leaders from Athletic Brewing Company, Duolingo and Jeni’s Ice CreamsSaturday's lineup includes:Emmy-winning and two-time Grammy-nominated actor and comedian David CrossCivil rights attorney and author of “Just Mercy” Bryan StevensonAuthor of "Shrill" and "Adult Braces," comedian Lindy WestFormer U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Samantha PowerAuthor of “Little Fires Everywhere” Celeste NgFounder of WNYC’s “Radiolab” Jad AbumradCEO of the American Medical Association Dr. John WhyteFormer Editor of The Washington Post and The Boston Globe Marty BaronThe Onion head writer Mike GillisFounder of The Korean Vegan Joanne MolinaroGolden Globe-nominated star of “Selma” and "Newborn" David OyelowoThe New York Times White House correspondent Zolan Kanno-YoungsAuthor and ornithologist Scott WeidensaulWorld leader in health policy and bioethics Dr. Ezekiel EmanuelPlus, live podcast tapings from “Life Kit” and “Is Business Broken?”And of course, your favorite WBUR and NPR journalists, on both Friday and Saturday.FESTIVAL TICKETSYour ticket purchase is a direct investment in WBUR’s independent journalism. VIP PASSIncludes: Access to all events, plus complimentary parking for two days — Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30; plus entry to the VIP lounge, where the food and drink will be flowing all day, early access and premium seating for keynote events. And exclusive VIP swag.TWO-DAY PASSIncludes: Access to events on both Friday and Saturday.ONE-DAY PASSIncludes: Access to events on either Friday or Saturday. You pick.STUDENT PASSIncludes: Access to events on Friday and Saturday* with a student email address.*Boston University students are eligible for free festival tickets with an RSVP and their BU email address (while supplies last). Learn more.Included with all Festival tickets:Access to The Hub where you can grab a limited-edition poster by Somerville artist James Weinberg, custom print a tote, charge your phone , and snag free food and drinks.Plus, The WBUR Festival Street Fair is free and open to all on Saturday, May 30 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at BU Beach with music performances, dance lessons, FOUND vintage market, food trucks and a family friendly "Kids Zone."https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRxJvHqAEBY - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/boston/the-wbur-festival/100001781855099569 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, comedy, entertainment, business, live-music, food-drinks, health-wellness, theatre, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 11 hours - Location: Boston University - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 31.23, max: 365.73, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Boston - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Boston University - **lat**: 42.3504997 - **long**: -71.1053991 - **full address**: Boston University, Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The WBUR Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f5c1c187b92e0ccff5e74df4afb10b7653f53313744128ed23fe38433ccd6ee6-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffd800-gmir.jpg?v=1765432828 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The WBUR Festival being held? - **A:** The WBUR Festival takes place on Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Boston University, Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The WBUR Festival? - **A:** The WBUR Festival is organized by WBUR. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The WBUR Festival is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Boston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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