G'24: Gilman Square Arts & Music Festival

In partnership with the Somerville Arts Council, the Gilman Square Neighborhood Council invites you, your families, and friends to a great annual end-of-summer event. The Gilman Square Arts &amp; Music Festival (the "G'24") will happen on Saturday, September 14th. (Rain date = Sunday 9/15.) <a href="https://vimeo.com/776001335/e5793c2628">Fun 60-second video from the 2022 festival here</a>. As with previous years, we'll have activities for kids and adults, many local artists, NINE (!!!) food vendors including nationally recognized <a href="https://www.sarmarestaurant.com/">Sarma</a>, and four musical acts performing on the Mad Oyster Studios campus. Oh, and we have an award-winning acrobatic artist doing multiple performances. Live music includes:<ul><li>12 pm: The Goonie Birds - folk music for kids</li><li>1pm: <a href="https://mattheatonmusic.com/">Matt Heaton</a>: adult-enjoyable kids' music ("toddlerbilly")</li><li>2pm: Weird Frenz: (Indie-alternative)</li><li>3:10 pm: <a href="https://thespicycondiments.com/">The Spicy Condiments</a> (jam band, Grateful Dead, Phish, etc.)</li></ul>Getting there: Parking is very limited in the neighborhood. Please consider biking or walking. Or take the MBTA Green E line to the Gilman Square Stop. The Festival is just across the tracks. 12pm - 5pm Admission is FREE

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G'23: Gilman Square Arts & Music Festival

The Gilman Square Neighborhood Council in partnership with the Somerville Arts Council invites you, your families, and friends to a great annual end-of-summer event. The Gilman Square Arts &amp; Music Festival (the "G'23") will happen on Saturday, September 9th, 2023. (Rain date = Sunday 9/10.) <a href="https://vimeo.com/776001335/e5793c2628">Fun 60 second video from last year's event here</a>. As with previous years, we'll have activities for kids and adults, many local artists, food vendors (<a href="https://winterhillbrewing.com/">Winter Hill Brewing</a>, <a href="https://www.sbmeat.com/">Scott Brothers Kitchen</a>, <a href="https://www.daddyjonesbar.com/">Daddy Jones Restaurant</a>, Dean's Concessions, <a href="https://www.tippingcowicecream.com/home">Tipping Cown Ice Cream</a>, <a href="https://www.nbrhoodproduce.com/">Neighborhood Produce</a>), and five musical acts performing on the Mad Oyster Studios campus. Live music includes:<ul><li>12 pm: <a href="https://mattheatonmusic.com/">Matt Heaton</a>: adult-enjoyable kids' music ("toddlerbilly")</li><li>1 pm: <a href="https://hotmolasses.bandcamp.com/track/collectors-call">Hot Molasses</a>: (Indie-alternative)</li><li>2:05 pm: Eminent Domain (60s/70s funk and soul)</li><li>3:20 pm: <a href="https://thespicycondiments.com/">The Spicy Condiments</a> (jam band, Grateful Dead, Phish, etc.)</li><li>5:05 pm: Sold By Weight Brass Band (New Orleans-style horn-driven funk)</li></ul>Getting there: Parking is very limited in the neighborhood. Please consider biking or walking. The G'23 Festival is located just across the tracks from the new Gilman Square Greenline T Stop!

G'22: Gilman Square Arts & Music Festival

Five years ago, the then still-new Gilman Square Neighborhood Association started organizing a fairly typical block party - both to get neighbors out for a social gathering but also to acknowledge the tough disruptions that the construction of a new branch of Boston's MBTA (subway) system was introducing through our backyards. That block party has evolved into something much bigger, that is a warm reflection of the diverse community we share.  At this year’s G’22 Gilman Square Arts &amp; Music Festival, we expect to host more than 800 community members, with local businesses and vendors, activities for kids, four live music, and more. With the G’22, we’re continuing our efforts to break down boundaries, build connections, share what makes Gilman Square a great place, and find ways to collaborate and support one another. Live Music: <a href="https://moockmusic.com/">Alastair Moock</a>, <a href="https://hotmolasses.bandcamp.com/music">Hot Molasses</a>, Eminent Domain, and <a href="www.thespicycondiments.com">The Spicy Condiments</a> Artists &amp; Kids Activities: Mad Oyster Studios, Paint-a-Gourd, local artists &amp; craftspeople, Taro Card reading, &amp; more Food &amp; Drink: Winter Hill Brewing Company, Daddy Jones Restaurant, Scott Brothers BBQ, Tipping Cow Ice Cream, and Neighborhood Produce

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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.

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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.

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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

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S28: calendar experiences

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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.

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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

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S2 (A): top experiences

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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.

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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

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S19: interest based

Discover kid-friendly fun in Boston, Massachusetts, and surrounding areas! Enjoy hands-on exhibits at the Boston Children’s Museum, explore the New England Aquarium, and visit the Franklin Park Zoo. Find parks, playgrounds, and seasonal events perfect for families across Massachusetts.

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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.

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