Brighton Main Streets

Summer Zoning Clinic Series
2026-08-11 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-18 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-25 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Need Help Navigating Zoning and Permitting?
The City of Boston’s Inspectional Services Department (ISD) will host weekly Zoning Clinics throughout the summer on Tuesdays from 4:00–6:00 PM.
These virtual clinics are designed to help small business owners understand basic zoning requirements and the permitting process. Limited in-person appointments may also be available.
Business owners can reserve a spot by completing the registration form. After submitting the form, participants will be assigned one of their preferred time slots, or their questions may be addressed directly through a follow-up email.
Please note that these clinics are intended as an informational resource only. Participation does not constitute a formal zoning determination, permit review, or approval.

Irish Village, I.V., Live Entertainment
2026-08-14 21:30, 2026-08-15 21:30, 2026-08-21 21:30, 2026-08-22 21:30, 2026-08-28 21:30, 2026-08-29 21:30, 2026-09-04 21:30, 2026-09-05 21:30 and 15 more dates | Irish Village, 224 Market Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Weekends Sound Better at Irish Village!
Make your weekend plans at Irish Village! Join us every Friday & Saturday from 9:30 PM–1:30 AM for live music, great drinks, and an unforgettable night out.
Gather your friends, enjoy the music, and let the weekend begin!
Irish Village | Every Friday & Saturday | 9:30 PM–1:30 AM

Allston-Brighton Breakfast Walking Food Tour
2026-08-20 08:00 - 09:00 | Allstonway, 60 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134
Thursday, August 20, 2026
8:00–9:00 AM
Hosted by Allston-Brighton Food Tours
Location: Allstonway, behind the David Rubenstein Treehouse
Meeting Point: Green abstract art
20 Western Ave., Allston, MA
How well do you know your neighborhood across time and taste? Join Allston-Brighton Food Tours for an express walking tour exploring the neighborhood’s rich history of food access and its role in feeding the community during the American Revolution.
This approximately 30-minute walking tour will explore the Allstonway and ERC area and conclude with a funded breakfast at Phin on Western Ave., inside the Treehouse.
Participants may also have the opportunity to explore the future Allstonway by the SEC arboretum.
RSVP is required and space is limited. Please provide any allergy or dietary information when registering. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so someone on the waitlist can attend.
Parking is available in the Harvard iLab/Life Lab metered surface-level lot.
For more information and future self-guided tours, visit ABFoodToursBoston.

Allston-Brighton Dinner Walking Food Tour: Boston Landing
2026-08-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Herter Park, 1175 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA, 02134, United States
Saturday, August 22, 2026
7:00–9:00 PM
Hosted by Allston-Brighton Food Tours
Meeting Location: Herter Park, by the community garden sign
1175 Soldiers Field Rd., Brighton, MA
Explore Allston-Brighton through food and history on this walking food tour highlighting the neighborhood’s rich history of food access and its role in feeding the community during the American Revolution.
The 40–60 minute walking tour will include frequent stops along the way, traveling from Herter Park to Charles River Speedway and continuing to Boston Landing. Participants will enjoy complimentary food stops at Pizza Project and Darbar.
After the tour, participants are encouraged to continue on to Irish Village for live music.
Please note: This is a one-way tour. The tour ends approximately a 20–30 minute walk from the starting location.
Additional food and drinks are available for purchase along the way.
RSVP is required and space is limited. Please provide any allergy or dietary information when registering. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so someone on the waitlist can attend.
For more information and future self-guided tours, visit ABFoodToursBoston.

Allston-Brighton Brunch Walking Food Tour: North Brighton
2026-08-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Rita Hester Green, 80 Hichborn Street, Boston, MA, 02134
Sunday, August 23, 2026
11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Hosted by Allston-Brighton Food Tours
Meeting Location: Rita Hester Green, on the Arthur Street side by the memorial sign
80 Hichborn St., Brighton, MA
Explore Allston-Brighton through food and history on this walking tour highlighting the neighborhood’s rich history of food access and its role in feeding the community during the American Revolution.
The approximately 40–60 minute walking tour will travel from Boston Landing down Leo Birmingham Parkway to Faneuil Street near Oak Square. The tour will include a stop at Mochiko Hawaiian and conclude at Oliveira’s Deli, with complimentary food provided at both stops.
Please note: This is a one-way tour. The tour ends approximately a 20–30 minute walk from the starting location.
After the tour, visit the Faneuil Branch of the Boston Public Library, located nearby.
Additional food and drinks are available for purchase along the way.
RSVP is required and space is limited. Please provide any allergy or dietary information when registering. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so someone on the waitlist can attend.
For more information and future self-guided tours, visit ABFoodToursBoston.

The Business Summit 2026
2026-10-07 07:30 - 15:00 | College of the Holy Cross, Hogan Center, 1 College Street, Worcester, MA, 02108
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
College of the Holy Cross – Hogan Center
1 College Street, Worcester, MA
Join the Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) and the Veterans Business Outreach Center of New England (VBOC) for a day of education, networking, and business growth at The Business Summit 2026.
Designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, women-owned businesses, and veteran-owned businesses, this full-day conference offers practical workshops, valuable networking opportunities, and direct access to corporate and government procurement representatives.
Conference Highlights

Interactive workshops led by industry experts
Networking with entrepreneurs and business leaders
Learn about certification, contracting, and supplier diversity opportunities
Matchmaking Roundtables with corporate representatives (for eligible certified businesses)
One-on-One Matchmaking appointments (by application for eligible certified businesses)
Pitch It! Live Competition featuring six entrepreneurs competing for a $1,000 Grand Prize and $500 Runner-Up Award

Pitch It! Competition
Entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the opportunity to deliver a 90-second live pitch before a panel of judges and fellow business owners.
Selected participants will receive:

Complimentary pitch coaching from CWE
Valuable exposure to business leaders and potential partners
Written feedback from judges
The opportunity to compete for cash prizes

Important Dates

Application Deadline: July 24
Participants Notified: August 7
Pitch Competition: October 7 at 1:45 PM

A paid Business Summit registration is required for Pitch It! participants.
Registration

Early Bird: $50 (through August 7)
General Admission: $75

Registration closes September 30, and all ticket sales are final.
Whether you’re launching a new business or looking to expand an established one, The Business Summit offers practical strategies, meaningful connections, and resources to help your business thrive.
