Brighton Main Streets

Fresh Truck at PSF
2026-05-12 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-05-19 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Presentation School Foundation Community Center
Fresh Truck will be at the PSF Community Center parking lot on Tremont Street on the first Tuesday of every month from 3:30–5:30 PM.
The first 25 shoppers will receive $5 in Fresh Cash toward their purchase
Stop by to shop for affordable, fresh produce!

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-05-12 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-05-19 19:15 - 20:00 | Brighton Elk’s Lodge, 326 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Meeting Information
Tuesday, 7:15 pm to 8:00 pm

In-person

Discussion
Open
Speaker
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair-Accessible Bathroom

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers.

Brighton Branch Library May Schedule
2026-05-13, 2026-05-20 | 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
2026-05-13, 2026-05-15, 2026-05-20 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center – May Schedule
2026-05-13, 2026-05-20 | Veronica Smith Center, 20 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) May 2026

Small Business Month Events
2026-05-13, 2026-05-14, 2026-05-15, 2026-05-20

Writing Group
2026-05-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Announcing a new writing group at the Faneuil Library! This group is for folks who want to do some narrative writing and share their efforts with others. You do not need any experience, just an interest in writing! Each session will have three parts – inspiration, writing, and sharing. Please bring a notebook or laptop for writing.

Allston/Brighton COC Director's Meeting
2026-05-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Artisan Aslyum, 96 Holton Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Dear Friends, as May arrives, we find ourselves in a season of momentum, with longer days, growing activity across our business community, and a shared focus on wrapping up the programming year before summer. I hope you will join us for the upcoming Chamber Directors Meeting on May 13 at Artisan’s Asylum, where we will prepare for one of our signature events — the Allston Brighton Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner on Monday, June 8. This important evening brings together local businesses, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the strength and spirit of our neighborhood. We encourage all Chamber members and directors to support the event by purchasing tickets, securing sponsorships, or donating raffle prizes, all of which help make the evening impactful and successful. Details on how to participate will be shared at the May 13 meeting, and additional information can be found at ABCOC Website, Become an ABCOC Member, RSVP for the May 13 Meeting, and ABCOC Calendar. Thank you for your continued engagement and support — I look forward to working together in the coming weeks to make this year’s Annual Dinner a memorable one. — Ben Franco

Documentation Office Hours Hosted Virtually via Zoom
2026-05-15 13:00 - 14:00

Small Business Documentation Office Hours
2026-05-15 13:00 - 14:00
The Office of Small Business is hosting bi-weekly Small Business Documentation Office Hours on Fridays to provide hands-on, individualized support for constituents who need help preparing the documentation required to access assistance. Led by staff from the Office of Small Business, these sessions are designed to go beyond written instructions by offering direct guidance and one-on-one help, ensuring small business owners can more easily understand and complete the necessary paperwork to receive support and

Panda Fest
2026-05-15 16:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-16 10:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-17 10:00 - 20:00 | 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!

2026 Teen Youth Basketball League - 13-15 Years Old
2026-05-15 17:00 - 18:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

2026 Teen Youth Basketball League - 16-17 Years Old
2026-05-15 18:00 - 19:00 | McKinney Playground/Park, 74 Faneuil Street, Brighton, 02135, United States

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

AA Meeting
2026-05-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Open Mic Night
2026-05-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Small Business Month Event
2026-05-19

BMS Board Meeting
2026-05-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Presentaion School Foundation, 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Japanese Mahjong Open Play
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
