Broadway from McGrath Hwy to Pennsylvania Ave, 115 Broadway Somerville, MA 02145

Carnaval highlights the heart of the East Somerville Business District, bringing together neighbors, local businesses, and visitors through live music, food, and family-friendly activities inspired by cultures from around the world. 
SomerStreets: Carnaval is co-produced by East Somerville Main Streets and the Somerville Arts Council. The festival will take place on Sunday, June 7, from 2–6 p.m. (Severe weather date: Sunday, June 14) and will&nbsp;stretch along Broadway, from McGrath Highway to Pennsylvania Avenue, creating a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. 
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! 

To ensure public safety at the event, several road closures and parking bans will be in effect on Broadway between McGrath Highway and Pennsylvania Avenue: For more information about road closures contact 311 (617-666-3311).

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Come celebrate Pride Month with an unforgettable dance party in Union Square! This free, all-ages event is a joyful celebration of love, diversity, and inclusivity, welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and allies alike. This event is collaboratively produced by the Somerville Arts Council and the City of Somerville’s Health and Human Services Department, working together to celebrate and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. 
This year we’re turning up the party with an extra hour of dancing! Join us on Saturday, June 27 (inclement weather date: June 28) from 4:30 to 8:30 PM for even more time to move, celebrate, and show up in all your joy. 
This year’s theme is Gender Euphoria! 
Everyone deserves to feel good in their body, in who they are, and we want to uplift the joy that is looking in the mirror and feeling “YES! That is ME!” Dress up in whatever makes you feel like your self-iest self, whether that is a ballgown or blue jeans, the brightest rainbow sparkles or the goth-est black. Come celebrate the you that you are with your Somerville LGBTQIA+ community! 

Music by DJ Live 
Drag performances: Amanda Playwith, Andi van Dyke, Abby Cummings 
Professional photographs by Megan Senturk 
LGBTQ+ organizations tabling 

And when the plaza dance floor closes… the celebration continues! We’re excited to lead straight into the official Big Gay Dance Party After Party at Vera’s.

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Join Mayor Jake Wilson and the Somerville Arts Council for our annual Fireworks Celebration with live entertainment at Trum Field on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:00 PM. 
Severe Weather Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 (same schedule) 
Road closures and MBTA reroutes may impact travel whether you’re driving, walking, biking, or taking public transit. Check transportation and commuting updates on our website.

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If you’ve been searching for a joyful, authentic, warm and inclusive Jewish community, Temple Shir Tikvah may be just the place for you. Come by on Sunday, 5/31 between 2pm and 4pm to meet our team and tour the building. Looking forward to meeting you!&nbsp; Please sign up here:&nbsp;<a href="https://bit.ly/4tm0nGK" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bit.ly/4tm0nGK</a>.

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