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Brighton Sounds Unplugged
Brighton Center and Oak Square Shopping DistrictsThe music scene will be hopping in Brighton on Saturday, October 1st. Community volunteers of Brighton Main Streets have organized LIVE music in a dozen Brighton businesses, restaurants, and bars throughout the day from Noon to 10pm. Come hear over 15 Boston bands, duos and singers/songwriters and follow the music from Oak Square to Brighton […]
Brighton Brewfest 2022
Presentaion School Foundation 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MABeer. Music. Food. For a Cause! If the fall weather has you craving ales, beers and cider, then Brighton is the place to be. The outdoor Brighton Brewfest offers a chance to enjoy selections from 15 different breweries while supporting two volunteer-driven organizations and strengthening the Allston Brighton community. The event proceeds will go to […]
Brighton Business District Trick or Treat
Brighton Center and Oak Square Shopping DistrictsIt's a parade. It's monster bash. No, it's the annual Brighton Business District Trick or Treat! Looking for a fun and safe way for families to join in on the Halloween fun. Mark your calendars for October 31st. Everyone is welcome to show off your Halloween costumes and visit all of Brighton's businesses up and down […]
Brighton Center Tree Lighting
Brighton Center 435 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135, Brighton, MA, United StatesSchedule of Events: 5:00pm - Cookie Decorating and visit with Santa Start with some holiday cheer at the Brighton Elks Lodge (326 Washington St., Brighton MA 02135--free parking in the rear of the building, entrance on Winship Street) 6:00pm - Stroll to the Center Stroll with Santa from the Elks Lodge to the Brighton Center […]
Brighton’s Oak Square Tree Lighting
Oak Square in Brighton 430 Faneuil St, Boston, MA 02135, Boston, MA, United StatesJoin the community for the lighting of Brighton's Oak Square Tree. For the 26th year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will continue the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees while bringing holiday spirit to children across Boston. The outdoor event includes a visit with Santa, the tree lighting, and hot cocoa and holiday cookies for […]
Brighton Main Street-Volunteer Mingle
Broken Records 85 Guest Street, Brighton, MassachusettsBrighton Main Streets is made up of volunteers who help to make Brighton a great place to live, work, shop and learn. Whether you’re a longtime friend, new to Brighton, or just new to Main Streets, volunteering is a great way to get to know your neighbors and establish a community.
Volunteers who want to be involved in planning can join specific event committees. We always seek design, marketing/social media, project management, and business-related skills. We also have opportunities for single-day event support, such as setting up tents and staffing registration tables.
Volunteer opportunities for 2023 include:
Preparing for the National Main Streets Conference (coming to Boston in March!)
Supporting a new monthly “shop small” challenge
Helping with spring plantings and clean-up projects
Planning our annual signature event…and much more!
Main Street Now Conference 2023
Boston Marriott Copley Place 110 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116, Boston, 02116, United StatesWe can't wait to welcome you in Boston, Massachusetts, for the 2023 Main Street Now Conference from March 27 - 29! Commercial district revitalization leaders from across the country are coming to Boston for three days of education sessions, special events, field sessions, and opportunities to explore the host city, including 20 Main Street neighborhoods. […]
Brighton’s Community Egg Hunt
Brighton CommonJoin us for the annual Community Egg Hunt, one of Brighton’s longest traditions in family events. Every year, hundreds of children ages 2-10 gather in Brighton to welcome in Spring and gather eggs filled with happy treats and surprises. This tradition was started in 1983, 40 years ago, by Gerry McCarthy and family, through St. […]
Shop Small Challenge
Brighton Center and Oak Square Shopping DistrictsHow to participate
Shop or eat at four Brighton small businesses from Friday, March 24th, to Friday, March 31st
BMS Annual Meeting-2023 25th Anniversary Celebration!
Devlin'sThe BMS Annual Meeting is a great opportunity to learn about local efforts to create an appealing destination and dynamic business center in Brighton. As a volunteer-driven organization, our work brings the community together to make Brighton Main Streets district a great place to live, work, shop, and play. Join us as we reflect on progress over the last year, celebrate recent achievements and community members, and look ahead into the coming year