Brighton Main Streets

Panda Fest
2026-05-16 10:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-17 10:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Ohiri Field, 65 N. Harvard Street, Boston, MA, 02163
Panda Fest – Boston
Boston food lovers, get ready—Panda Fest returns in 2026! Join us May 15–17 for a weekend packed with incredible food, culture, and fun. As one of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S., Panda Fest features immersive experiences, tastings, and market-style vendors that showcase the vibrant food, art, and cultural traditions from across Asia.
This year’s festival will include 80+ Asian food vendors, 20+ merchandise vendors, and a lineup of live cultural performances and interactive activities for all ages. Guests can also enjoy a playful, panda-themed atmosphere throughout the event, featuring panda decorations, inflatables, dough figurines, DIY panda painting, face painting, and even panda-themed foods.
The event will take place at a new, larger location: Ohiri Field, offering more space to explore and enjoy everything the festival has to offer. Early bird tickets go on sale February 26 at 10:00 AM EST, and each ticket includes two free gifts—a Boston Panda pin and a panda headband.
Don’t miss this exciting celebration—see you in May, Boston!

Pickleball Tournament
2026-05-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Bosse, 310 Speen Street, Natick, MA, 01760
Allston-Brighton, this one’s for you.
Join buildOn Boston for a fun and meaningful Pickleball Tournament on Sunday, May 17th from 2–5 PM at Bosse in Natick. Every point played helps support students at Brighton High School and across our community.
buildOn partners with local schools to empower students to lead service projects, stay engaged in school, and build a stronger future. Right here at Brighton High, students are already stepping up—giving back to their neighborhoods and growing as leaders.
When you show up, you’re supporting that impact. You’re investing in young people who are proving what’s possible in Allston-Brighton.
Show up for them. Step on the court. Be part of something bigger.
👉 Sign up here: https://act.buildon.org/…/buildon-pickleball…/e786791

Brighton Branch Library May Schedule
2026-05-20, 2026-05-27 | Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
May your spring be off to a great start! Make it even better by stopping into a program or two at the Brighton Branch Library this month.
Adults can get creative and challenge their minds by learning how to construct their own crossword puzzles with our brand-new Clue Crew Crossword Club! The first meeting kicks off on Saturday, May 9 at 11:00 AM.
Kids ages 6–12 can dive into hands-on fun with Buildwave on Saturday, May 16. This high-energy program combines STEAM learning with the excitement of a game show—registration is recommended!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special solo performance by Li Liu. Experience the beauty of traditional Chinese acrobatics and hear stories about growing up in a different time and place.

Faneuil Branch Library May Schedule
2026-05-20, 2026-05-22, 2026-05-27, 2026-05-29 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

DroneArt Show Boston at Harvard Stadium
2026-05-22 20:45 - 21:50, 2026-05-23 20:45 - 21:50 | Ohiri Field, 65 N. Harvard Street, Boston, MA, 02163
The DroneArt Show Boston returns to Ohiri Field on May 22 and 23, 2026, bringing an unforgettable open-air experience that has already captivated audiences worldwide. After more than 500,000 tickets sold globally, this spectacular production returns to Boston bigger than ever, featuring over 1,000 synchronized drones lighting up the night sky in breathtaking formations inspired by music and motion. Set to live classical performances including “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” and “Flight of the Bumblebee,” the show transforms the sky into a moving canvas of light, color, and imagination. Gates open two hours before the 8:45 p.m. showtime, with a 65-minute performance designed for all ages, blending cutting-edge drone technology with live music for a truly immersive concert in the sky. Tickets are available now for this one-of-a-kind experience under the stars.

Brighton Branch Library June Schedule
2026-06-01, 2026-06-08, 2026-06-15, 2026-06-22, 2026-06-29 | Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
Don’t miss out on all the exciting programs happening at the Brighton Branch this month! There are plenty of opportunities to learn, connect, and have fun. Pick up a printed copy of our calendar at the branch, or visit bit.ly/BPLBrighton to explore details about our upcoming programs in June and beyond. We look forward to seeing you at the library!

Open Streets!
2026-06-01 10:30 - 15:00 | MA
The Mayor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion announces the return of Open Streets Boston this summer and fall, bringing car-free, community-focused events back to Allston-Brighton, Jamaica Plain, and Mattapan, with Roslindale joining for the first time. These events transform neighborhood streets into vibrant public spaces where local businesses can expand outdoors while residents enjoy music, games, bicycling, and community activities. Open Streets Boston builds on Mayor Wu’s vision of creating safer, more welcoming, and family-friendly streets across the city.
In Brighton, Open Streets will take place on Sunday, October 4, along Brighton Avenue and Harvard Avenue, from Cambridge Street to Commonwealth Avenue. The event will run from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with streets closing at 9:00 a.m. to prepare for the festivities, creating a lively, walkable corridor for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Learn more about event details and opportunities to get involved as a vendor or volunteer here: Open Streets Boston

Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
2026-06-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Portsmouth Street Playground, 35 Portsmouth Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
Looking for a fun, healthy, and relaxing way to spend your Wednesday evenings this summer? Join the Boston Parks Fitness Series for FREE Family Yoga classes at Portsmouth Street Playground in Brighton.
Led by certified instructor Maryssa Hartsgrove, these outdoor yoga sessions are open to participants of all ages and fitness levels. Classes focus on building core strength, increasing flexibility, and promoting overall wellness through dynamic yoga poses and mindful breathing exercises. Whether you are an experienced yogi or trying yoga for the first time, these welcoming classes provide a great opportunity to move, stretch, and connect with your community in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Event Details
Family Yoga with Maryssa Hartsgrove
Wednesdays, May 6 – August 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Portsmouth Street Playground
35 Portsmouth Street, Brighton, MA 02135
Participants are encouraged to register through Eventbrite to add the class to their calendar and receive notifications regarding weather-related cancellations or schedule changes.
The Boston Parks Fitness Series is hosted by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Boston Public Health Commission and is proudly sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
These free classes are a wonderful opportunity for individuals and families to enjoy the outdoors, improve their health and wellness, and take advantage of one of the many recreational programs offered throughout Boston’s parks system.
For additional information and registration, visit boston.gov/fitness.

BNBL Teen Basketball League Tryouts Coming to Oak Square YMCA
2026-06-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Oak Square YMCA, 615 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135
Teen basketball players are invited to showcase their skills and compete for a spot in the BNBL Teen Basketball League, which tips off this July. Tryouts will be held at the Oak Square YMCA on Friday, June 5, and Friday, June 12, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities, meet fellow players, and earn a place in a fun and competitive summer league focused on basketball, teamwork, and personal growth.
Interested players are encouraged to register in advance using the online sign-up form. For those who may be unable to attend tryouts at Oak Square YMCA, information for tryouts at West End House is also available through the event flyer. Don’t miss your chance to be part of an exciting summer basketball season!
Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/1La9U0fuJt

Girls entering Gr 3 and 4 Final Soccer Tryouts - Travel Team
2026-06-06 14:00 - 15:30 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

Faneuil Gardens Unity Day
2026-06-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Faneuil Gardens, 55 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Finishing out the week and getting ready to celebrate summer with our neighbors at Faneuil Gardens during their Annual Unity Day Celebration!
We also had the opportunity to celebrate with the amazing kids of Brighton Future Forward, an after-school program run by our partners at Allston Brighton CDC. The program provides academic support, youth development, and enrichment opportunities for young people living at Faneuil Gardens, and we’ve loved being part of it throughout the year.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this program such a success. We wish all the students, families, and community members a safe, fun, and happy summer!

Tee Off for PSF Community Center Golf Tournament
2026-06-13 13:30 - 19:00 | Sandy Burr Country Club, 103 Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA, 01778
It’s that time of year again!
The annual Tee Off for PSF Community Center Golf Tournament is back, and we’re excited to kick off another great season of support for our community.
Join us on Saturday, June 13, at Sandy Burr Country Club for a fun day on the links, followed by lunch, drinks, dinner, and prizes—rain or shine!
📍 Registration: 12:30 PM
📍 Shotgun Start: 1:30 PM
📍 Dinner to follow at Sandy Burr Country Club
First and foremost, this tournament is a fundraiser that provides essential support for PSF Community Center. Proceeds help make it possible for more than 100 nonprofit organizations and civic groups to use our community spaces at no cost each year. From the Girl Scouts and Cancer Support Community to the Boston Police Department and many others, these groups rely on PSF Community Center for meetings, youth programs, support services, art therapy, and community-building activities.
In a neighborhood where many nonprofits have been displaced by rising rents and development pressures, PSF Community Center remains a vital resource and gathering place for the community.
A huge thank you to our generous donors who have already stepped up to support this year’s tournament! 👉 Swipe to see our donors so far.
Whether you’d like to participate as a sponsor, donor, golfer, or all three, there’s still time to get involved. Join us for a great day on the course while helping sustain programs and services that make a difference throughout our community.
For registration and sponsorship information, visit: www.psf-inc.org/golf
We look forward to seeing you on the course!

Tie-Dye Summer Reading Kickoff Party!
2026-06-16 15:30 - 17:30 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Get ready for a colorful start to summer! Join the Brighton Branch Library on Tuesday, June 16, at Brighton Common for a Tie-Dye Summer Reading Kickoff Party.
Children ages 5 and up are invited to create their own tie-dye masterpiece while signing up for the library’s Summer Reading Program. Participants can pick up everything they need to get started on a summer full of reading, learning, and fun.
All materials will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last, so be sure to arrive early. In the event of inclement weather, the program will move indoors to the Brighton Branch Library.
Bring your creativity, meet other young readers, and kick off summer with a splash of color!

⚽ Exciting news from Friends of McKinney Park!
2026-06-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-27 12:00 - 13:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States
Thanks to support from the Soccer Unity Project, a new girls travel soccer team is being formed to represent Allston-Brighton in the Boston Area Youth Soccer League.
To help build the team and develop skills, free girls soccer clinics will be held on:
📅 Saturday, June 20
📅 Saturday, June 27
The clinics will provide a great opportunity for players to meet the coach, build teamwork, and have fun while improving their game.
For boys who participated in tryouts earlier this spring, updates are expected to be sent by email by June 19.
Questions? Contact Friends of McKinney Park at friendsofmckinneypark@gmail.com.
We love seeing opportunities that bring young athletes together and strengthen our community through sports. Good luck to all the players!
