Local Events & Hot Spots
Happening nowDaily, 7 AM–11 PM, through October · 7am-11pm
Lawn on D
- •Iconic LED-lit swings
- •Pickleball and lawn games
- •Live music and casual eats
- •Outdoor adult playground
Happening nowWednesdays through October 28
East Boston Farmers Market Summer 2026
- •Fresh local produce
- •Support local farmers
- •Community health focus
- •Outdoor summer market
Happening nowSundays through November 15
SoWa Open Market Boston
- •Massive open-air market
- •Local artists and makers
- •Fresh regional produce
- •Vibrant community atmosphere
Happening nowOngoing through December 5, 2026
Belgrade Village Green Artisan Fair Series 2026
- •Local artisan crafts
- •Outdoor village setting
- •Small community vibe
Happening nowMonday, October 26 · 7:00 PM
Owl Night with Mass Audubon
- •Educational owl presentation
- •Hosted by Mass Audubon
- •Perfect for nature lovers
- •Free library event
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Representing Unity at Gateway Arts
- •Local artist exhibition
- •Paintings and embroidery
- •Community closing reception
- •Free library event
Sat, Oct 31 · 12pm – 6pm
Brookline Porchfest 2026
- •Free community music festival
- •1,500 participating neighbors
- •Live music on local porches
- •Walkable neighborhood event
Sunday, November 1, 2026 · 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Presentation at First Church Cambridge
- •Informative project presentation
- •Post-service lunch discussion
- •Community-focused gathering
- •Learn about local outreach
Thursday, November 5, 2026 · 6:30 PM
BCA Grantee Reception
- •Live opera and orchestral music
- •Dance and poetry performances
- •Local storytelling showcase
- •Community library setting
Fri, Nov 6 · 9:00 AM
Made in Boston: A Curated Art & Craft Marketplace
- •Local Boston artists
- •Curated handmade crafts
- •Historic Copley Square setting
- •Morning shopping vibes
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 11am-5pm
Arlington Open Studios
- •Local Arlington artists
- •Annual community event
- •Explore creative studios
- •Free to attend
Sunday, November 8, 2026 · 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
2025 Handmade for the Holidays market at Gore Place Society
- •Unique handmade holiday gifts
- •Supports Sowing Opportunities
- •Historic Gore Place setting
- •Local artisan shopping