Patriots Preseason, 311 In Boston: MA Events This Week

MASSACHUSETTS — Are you saving your nights outside of the house for the weekend? In Massachusetts, that can often mean missing out on a bevy of great concerts, art exhibits and other events across the state.

In Patch's latest weekly column, we focus on the events happening throughout the week in the Boston area and beyond.

This week, New England NFL fans get their first taste of live action this week when the Patriots face the Carolina Panthers.

Shows in Boston and on Cape Cod round out the week of events. Here's what to know:

Monday

• Still Woozy at Roadrunner — Boston

Tuesday

• Victony at The Sinclair — Cambridge
• Lucky Daye at House of Blues — Boston
• Grace Potter at Cape Cod Melody Tent — Hyannis

Wednesday

• Together Pangea at Brighton Music Hall — Boston
• 311 with AWOLNATION and Neon Trees at Leader Bank Pavilion — Boston

Thursday

• Patriots vs. Panthers preseason game at Gillette Stadium — Foxboro
• NEEDTOBREATHE at Cape Cod Melody Tent — Hyannis