SomerStreets: Carnaval 2026

SomerStreets Carnaval 2026 Brings Color, Culture, and Community to East Somerville The City of Somerville and East Somerville Main Streets invite you to join us for SomerStreets Carnaval 2026, taking place on Sunday, June 7th, from 2:00–6:00 PM along Broadway, from Pennsylvania Avenue to McGrath Highway. (Rain date: June 14th.) East Somerville is more than a neighborhood; it’s a vibrant mix of cultures, colors, and stories. From its murals to its restaurants, every corner reflects the energy of a community that is multicultural, multilingual, creative, hardworking, and deeply welcoming. Carnaval is a celebration of that spirit. The event transforms Broadway into an open-air festival where community, culture, and creativity come alive. Starting at 2:00 PM, the streets will fill with music, movement, and rhythm, kicking off with an electrifying Brazilian-style opening featuring Grooveristy and Samba Viva. The lineup continues with dynamic performances by Pedro Secco &amp; Friends, Trio Latino, Mambiseros, and more, bringing sounds and traditions from across the globe to one stage. Join us this year for the Opening Party at 2:30 PM on the Community Stage! Expect great music, vibrant performances, and nonstop energy to kick off Carnaval the right way.  Visitors can also explore a rich selection of local flavors from some of East Somerville’s beloved restaurants, including Gauchão Brazilian Cuisine, Rei da Picanha, Rincón Mexicano, Taqueria Montecristo, Michette, and many others. Beyond the stage and the food, Carnaval offers fun for all ages, with activities like a dunk tank, bounce houses, games, and interactive community experiences throughout the event. 16 blocks of pure joy and energy!  Come dressed in your most colorful outfit, bring your best energy, and be part of one of Somerville’s most joyful celebrations.

Broadway, East Somerville

Our Faces: There is room for all

Get ready—The Final Act of Our Faces is happening on April 11th from 1:00–4:00 PM at Connexion! Join us for an immersive afternoon filled with art, music, lights, and creative surprises as we bring this powerful community project to its next chapter. This gathering is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate, reflect, and experience the outcomes of the sessions we’ve been creating together—stories, voices, and expressions that highlight the richness of East Somerville. Whether you participated in earlier sessions or are joining us for the first time, we invite you to come connect, engage, and witness how art can shape space, memory, and belonging. ✨ Learn more about the previous sessions: • Opening the Box: <a href="https://www.eastsomervillemainstreets.org/openingthebox">https://www.eastsomervillemainstreets.org/openingthebox</a> • NEFA Faces of Somerville: <a href="https://www.eastsomervillemainstreets.org/nefafacesofsomerville">https://www.eastsomervillemainstreets.org/nefafacesofsomerville</a> The Faces of East project is supported by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ Public Art for Spatial Justice program, with funding from the Barr Foundation and the Fund for the Arts at NEFA. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

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Halloween Block Party and Pet Spooktacular

We’re excited to invite you to the Halloween Block Party and Pet Spooktacular — happening on Saturday, October 25th from 3:00–6:00 PM (rain date: October 26th). Our signature event is back, featuring: -The beloved Pet Costume Contest -Live music -Delicious food -Local vendors -Fun activities for all ages  Mark your calendars, start planning your costume (and your furry friend’s too!), and get ready for a spooktacular afternoon in East Somerville!

chuckie Harris Park

Foodie Crawl 2025: every bite tells a story

Yes — every bite tells a story.&nbsp;And at this year’s Foodie Crawl, you’ll get to taste&nbsp;16 unique stories from 16 local restaurants.&nbsp;Each one is an example of resilience, love, culture, and strength. At ESMS, supporting these businesses is our mission — and while you enjoy this incredible culinary journey, you’re also helping us keep those stories alive and thriving. <img src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/16.0/1f39f_fe0f/32.png">&nbsp;Foodie Tickets are just $45 Get ready to experience a delicious journey through&nbsp;16 local restaurants, featuring cuisines from&nbsp;Brazil, El Salvador, Mexico, Haiti, Colombia, France,&nbsp;and more. <img src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/16.0/1f30d/32.png">&nbsp;All of this, right along&nbsp;Broadway in East Somerville!. ﻿&nbsp;Pre-Sale Tickets Only. There will be no tickets sold at the event.​​​​

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Faces of East: Opening the Box

🎨✨ Join us this Friday, Nov 7, to light up East! Come to 50 Broadway at the Calo Rosa Mural (behind Taco Loco) from 5–8 PM for the second installment of the Faces of East Project: Open the Box 🎁 Featuring incredible artists Andres Duarte, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/guache_art/">@guache_art</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maspaz/">@maspaz</a> 🖌️ Enjoy lights, music, live painting, and interactive art — draw, create, and see your designs projected in real time! 🌟 Don’t miss this vibrant night of art, community, and creativity in East Somerville! 💛 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/eastsomerville/">#EastSomerville</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/facesofeast/">#FacesOfEast</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/openthebox/">#OpenTheBox</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/communityart/">#CommunityArt</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/liveart/">#LiveArt</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/somervilleevents/">#SomervilleEvents</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/lightupeast/">#LightUpEast</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nefa_arts/">@nefa_arts</a> The Faces of East project is supported by the New England Foundation For the Art's Public Art for Spatial Justice program, with funding from the Barr Foundation and the fund for the Arts at NEFA.

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S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

Boston Bars and Restaurants: Events and Openings

Food & drink experiences in Boston

Food & drink experiences 

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SomerStreets: Carnaval 2026

Our Faces: There is room for all

Halloween Block Party and Pet Spooktacular

Foodie Crawl 2025: every bite tells a story

Faces of East: Opening the Box