What’s Hot in the City August 7th weekend

Tonight (Thursday), saxophonist Elan Trotman performs at Scullers Jazz Club at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Show: $25; Dinner & Show: $65; www.scullersjazz.com.

On Friday, stroll down Harrison Avenue for SoWA Arts District’s “First Friday” celebration with local galleries, shops and restaurants open to the public for a free evening of culture and inspiration from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Parking is available. For more info: www.sowaboston.com/events/sowa-first-fridays-3-2015-08-07/

This Saturday, Martha’s Vineyard Summer Madness presents Chrisette Michele and Jazmine Sullivan live in concert at The Tabernacle on Martha’s Vineyard beginning at 3 p.m. Tickets: $30 in advance; $50 at the door; www.mvsummermadness.com.

On Sunday, the Lawn On D celebrates PorchfestFest, an all-day party filled with local musicians performing on three front porches built right on The Lawn along with performers from Esh Circus Artists to keep you entertained from 12 noon to 10 p.m. www.lawnond.com.

Gospelfest 2015 returns to City Hall Plaza this Sunday from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. featuring Erica Campbell from Mary Mary along with performances by the Boston Community Choir, Tamar St. Julien, and Jubilee Worship. Admission: Free

International singing sensation Chayanne performs at Agganis Arena this Sunday at 7 p.m. Tickets: $60-$145; www.ticketmaster.com