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Oktoberfest being celebrated at Night Shift Brewing. Handout

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Watch a movie or two at CineFest Latino Boston

Now through this Sunday, CineFest Latino Boston is bringing more than a dozen feature-length and short films to Boston area theaters, showcasing stories focused on and created by Latinos. Highlights include “In the Summers,” an award-winning family drama starring Boston native Sasha Calle (“The Flash”); “Frida,” a new documentary about iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo; and “La Cocina,” a drama set in the kitchen of a busy Manhattan restaurant. Tickets for individual films are $12-15, while a festival pass costs $100. For more info on any of the films, visit CineFest Latino Boston’s website. (Wednesday through Sunday, Sept. 25-29 at various times and locations; $12-15) — Kevin Slane

Learn something new at Globe Summit

This week, the Boston Globe’s journalism will escape the confines of the printed page and break into the real world at Globe Summit 2024, a two-day gathering of “thought-provoking and actionable discussions” hosted by Globe journalists. The entire Summit will be livestreamed free of charge, and features appearances by meteorologist Al Roker, former Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer, and a who’s who of Boston power players, including Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey. The full schedule of talks can be found on the Globe Summit website. (Wednesday-Thursday, Sept. 25-26 at various times and locations; free) — Kevin Slane

Hear the future with Mk.gee at House of Blues

His music has been labeled “subtle pop.” That tag works just fine. But another description is “future pop” (whatever that means). Others have put him in the R&B category, then stretched it out to “alternative R&B.” Mk.gee – real name Michael Gordon – started out as a pianist, played in a band, started writing his own material, went solo, took up the guitar, and started self-releasing his music. All of this happened by the time he was 21. So, where exactly within the music spectrum does his work fit? It’s definitely part R&B, but it settles into the dreamy side of the genre. His vocals are often soft moans, and his electric guitar playing … well, it frequently sounds likes the instrument is being run through a synthesizer; he sometimes strums the strings, and he usually fingerpicks on them. It’s safe to say that Mk.gee (pronounced McGee) is one of a kind. (Thursday, Sept. 26, 8 p.m., House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston. $34.50-$49.50) — Ed Symkus

Hoist a stein at Night Shift Oktoberfest

Get your drinking arm ready and head on over to a Night Shift Brewing taproom or beer garden of your choice this weekend. The fun starts at all three of its beer garden locations — on the Esplanade, in Allston, and at the Greenway — on Friday. Then on Saturday, enjoy live music from the Hofbrau Band, grab a pretzel from One Might Mill, and enjoy a little treat from Far Out Ice Cream at the Everett location, which will also host a stein-hoisting competition. Round out the weekend at Lovejoy Wharf on Sunday, where the taproom will have typical Oktoberfest activities and a special food menu. (Friday through Sunday, Sept. 27-29 at various times and locations; free) — Katelyn Umholtz

Say auf wiedersehen at Aeronaut Allston Oktoberfest

This Saturday, Aeronaut bids farewell to its Allston beer garden on Western Ave. for the season with its annual Oktoberfest celebration. The event runs from 1 to 9 p.m. and features Oktoberfest bites like pretzels from Swissbakers and other grub from Hungry Nomads. They’ll also host a stein-hoisting competition and live music performances by Hofbräu Spieler Band, and they’ll be serving up their festival Märzen brew. Tickets are available now via Eventbrite. (Saturday, Sept. 28 from 1-9 p.m.; 267 Western Ave., Boston; $12; 21+) — Katelyn Umholtz

Fall into autumn at High Street Place Fall Fest

At downtown food hall High Street Place, a fall festival starts as a family-friendly event this Saturday, with pumpkin decorating, Harry Potter “balloon magic show,” and other entertainment. But by night, there will be a live DJ and a dance party for the adults. Fall Fest will also feature seasonal bites from High Street’s 20 vendors and an Oktoberfest beer garden on the patio — you can even bring your dogs to the latter. (Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; 100 High St., Boston; free) — Katelyn Umholtz

Snack healthily at Boston Veg Food Fest

The 29th annual Boston Veg Food Fest isn’t just meat-free — it’s also admission-free. While you won’t be scarfing down giant plates of food during the two-day event at the Reggie Lewis Athletic Center, you will have access to plenty of small samples from vegan and vegetarian food providers. You’ll also be able to learn about new products in the vegetarian market, chat with speakers and chefs, and shop items at discounted prices. (Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10-5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 29 from 11-4 p.m.; 1350 Tremont Street, Boston; free) — Katelyn Umholtz

Learn about the birds and the bees at Mass Audubon’s Raptor Festival

Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Conservancy in Mattapan is one of the city’s hidden gems, providing tons of free, educational programming for all ages. This Saturday, the center will get you up close and personal with fierce birds of prey, hard-working honeybees, and a nature-themed puppet show at this family-friendly festival, which runs from noon to 3 p.m. The day will include entertainment, a free cookout supplemented by popcorn and cake, raffles, face painting, arts, crafts, and more. (Saturday, Sept. 28 from 12-3 p.m.; 500 Walk Hill St., Boston; free) — Kevin Slane

See local artists at Jamaica Plain Open Studios

Closing out the summer and ushering us into autumn, Jamaica Plain Open Studios will host a neighborhood-wide Open Studios event this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 150 artists at over 50 different studios spread throughout the neighborhood will showcase their work, with the biggest concentration of creatives at the First Unitarian Universalist Church on Elliot Street. Visit the group’s website for more info and to see this year’s map and artist directory. (Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28-29 from 11-6 p.m.; various locations; free) — Kevin Slane

Check out classic cars at the annual Boston Cup

Since 2012, classic car enthusiasts from all over New England have gathered once a year on Boston Common to showcase rare, vintage vehicles at The Boston Cup. Started by Rich Doucette, a board member of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America and a manager of the New England Region of the Classic Car Club of America, the Boston Cup encapsulates decades of automotive innovation, both American-made and international. Judges will hand out a dozen Best in Show prizes, with top awards from previous years going to the likes of a 1970 Ferrari Dino 246 (L-Series), a 1965 Jaguar E-Type, and a 1965 Ford GT40. (Sunday, Sept. 29 from 9-2 p.m.; 139 Tremont St., Boston; $50) — Kevin Slane

Kevin Slane

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Kevin Slane is a staff writer for Boston.com covering entertainment and culture. His work focuses on movie reviews, streaming guides, celebrities, and things to do in Boston.

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