Brighton Main Streets

Artist Holiday Matket
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Cafenation, 380 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
For the first time, we’re hosting an Artist Holiday Market here at Cafenation!🎄
Come sip festive beverages (our coffee bar will be open) while shopping from local artists and businesses in the cozy warmth of Cafénation.
✨Sunday, December 14 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM✨
Yes, we are opening our doors on a Sunday, so you know this has to be good!
Share this with somebody you know loves Cafénation and/or supporting local and we can’t wait to see you there! Stay tuned for a preview of who our vendors will be.

Applications open for Small Business
2025-12-20, 2025-12-27, 2026-01-03, 2026-01-10 | MA
PROGRAM OVERVIEW

To help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities, American Express is teaming up with Main Street America this Small Business Saturday® to launch the Amex Shop Small Grants Program. The Program will provide an initial $5 million to fund 250 grants of $20,000 each to eligible small business owners across the U.S. Plus, every time an American Express Card Member shops with their eligible Card at a qualifying U.S. small business on November 29, 2025, American Express will donate an additional $1 to fund additional grants.1
The Amex Shop Small Grants Program reflects the shared commitment of American Express and Main Street America to champion small businesses that strengthen communities and help local economies thrive.
Applications will be open from Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025, to Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:59 CT.

Porter Belly’s Live Entertainment
2025-12-20 21:30 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
🔥December Live Music Line-up🔥
We’ve live music every weekend this December,
Porter Belly’s is officially your go-to pub for live music this Holiday season🎄 – see you there🫡

Devlin's Holiday Toy Drive
2025-12-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Devlin’s
Our friends at @devlins02135 are into the Holiday Spirit and they want us to join them for an afternoon of cocoa, Santa and cheer!
Bring a toy or canned goods to support our local community and celebrate the holidays!!!
#brightonma #brightonmainstreets #holidays #supportsmallbusiness

Dash Cafe will be closed December 24 through January 5
2025-12-25 - 2026-01-05 | MA
Dash Café will be closed December 24 through January 5. We wish everyone happy holidays and see you in the new year!

Porter Belly’s NYE Entertainment
2025-12-31 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Tango Lessons
2026-01-31 12:15 - 13:30, 2026-02-14 12:15 - 13:30, 2026-02-21 12:15 - 13:30 | Tango Academy of Boston, 323 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Saturdays 12:15 – 1:30pmInstructor: Mia DalglishLevel: Intermediate

Upcoming Series: JAN 31, FEB 14, 21, 28
REGISTER HERE:https://tangoacademyofboston.com/tango-2

The focus of this class is to build your tango vocabulary and begin putting it in the line of dance. This course has a strong emphasis on technique and is for people with some prior tango experience.

Registration:– Pre- registration required– Register by series, with one pre-arranged absence (no drop ins)– Reserve your spot online, pay in person at your first class

Pricing:– To get the discounted series rate ($25 per class session), you must register for all class sessions in the series
– If you are registering with a pre-arranged absence, you will pay Single Class Pass rate ($30 per class session)

What to wear / bring:Shoes with suede or leather soles, socks, or socks worn over the outside of the shoe. (Shoes should be able to slide and pivot on a wood floor without catching. We do not recommend street shoes with rubber or plastic soles.)
Comfortable clothes that you can move freely.

Small Business Activation Grant Program
2026-02-08, 2026-02-15, 2026-02-22 | MA
Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion

OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SMALL BUSINESS MONTH ACTIVATION GRANT

In celebration of Small Business Month in May 2026, the Office of Small Business is excited to announce the Activation Grant Program— https://city-of-boston.wizehive.app/…/small…/info a grant opportunity for business supporting nonprofit organizations to create activations that amplify and provide Boston’s small business community with support and resources, and bring vitality to our neighborhoods.

Proposals that will be considered include, but are not limited to: business district events, small business workshops, training sessions, panels/forums, networking, pop-ups, and markets. Individual awards of up to $9,500 are available to provide full or partial funding for selected proposals.

The deadline to apply for the Small Business Month Activation Grant is Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5 pm. The Office of Small Business will host an information session https://us06web.zoom.us/…/register/_SDRIpn7Q5GXhw8VSSpwEg about this grant program on Wednesday, February 11 at 9:30 am.

Learn More and Apply: https://www.boston.gov/departments/small-business

Super Bowl Watch Party
2026-02-08 16:00 - 22:00 | Peka Restaurant, 304 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Still don’t know where to watch the Super Bowl? Come to PEKA Restaurant and experience it with me. Enjoy big screens, great music, amazing vibes, and seriously good food—wings, chips & salsa, tacos, drinks, and that energy you can only feel here. This Sunday, we’ll see you at PEKA. Bring your crew, and I’ll take care of the rest Reserve your table: 617-953-4036

Free Virtual English Conversation Classes
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:00 and 1 more date | MA
BCNC Free Virtual English Conversation Classes
Check out our class schedule for Winter/Spring 2026.
To register click on
BCNC English Conversation Zoom Class Registration Form – Winter/Spring 2026
You will receive an email with Zoom link after registering.
You can also visit our website to register.

Demma Galentine's Party!
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Demma Aesthetics Medical Spa and Face Bar, 425 Market Street, Suite 101, Brighton, MA, 02135
Join us for Demma Galentines Party!

Thursday Feb. 12, 6:00-8:30pm
425 Market Street
Brighton, MA
Register for the event using our link in bio!

Exclusive offers for one night only!

Kissable Lips Package ($250 savings)
Date Night Skin Bundle ($185 savings)
IV Therapy Package (up to $112 savings)
Lash Bundle ($30 savings)

Swipe for details! Questions? Call or text us! (857)-229-

Cafenation Coffee & Floral Pop Up
2026-02-13, 2026-02-14 | Cafenation, 380 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Consider this your official invitation to join CaféNation for a floral pop-up.Share the love with friends, family—or yourself—with a mini bouquet to pair perfectly with your (or their) favorite CaféNation drink.
💐 All day Friday (the 13th) and Saturday (the 14th)While supplies last.

Devlin's Valentines Day Dance Party
2026-02-14 21:00 | Devlin’s
Valentine’s Day at Devlin’s
Brighton Main Streets is excited to collaborate with Devlin’s for a fun and festive Valentine’s Dance Party celebration centered on music, dancing, and community.
Guests are encouraged to book dinner reservations and then join us beginning at 9:00 PM for an evening of dancing with DJ JK. There is no cover charge for the dancing portion of the evening.
This event is open to all guests ages 21 and over, regardless of relationship status. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or simply looking to enjoy a lively night out, all are welcome.
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Devlin’s is also hosting a “Sweetheart Stories” contest. Anyone who found love at Devlin’s is invited to share their story for a chance to win a Devlin’s gift basket.
BMS is look forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day together and sharing the love of our community.

Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party at the Stockyards
2026-02-17 15:00 - 20:30 | The Stockyard Restaraunt, 135 Market Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Come on out for our Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras party at the Stockyard! Will is chefin up an authentic delicious New Orleans menu and we will have some awesome live New Orleans Jazz to keep us dancing all night!
