Love Your Block
2022-09-24 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Brighton Main Streets Office, 358 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135
Join Brighton Main Streets and your neighbors in the Love Your Block event. We will meet at the Brighton Main Streets office at 358 Washington Street at 9:00 AM. All tools will be provided by the city of Boston.
Donuts and Coffee will be served!

2022 Allston Brighton Parade
2022-09-25 13:00 - 17:00 | MA

Concerts in the Common at the Brighton Farmers Market: Matt Heaton and the Outside Toys
2022-09-28 16:30 - 18:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

Brighton Sounds Unplugged
2022-10-01 12:00 - 22:00 | Brighton Center and Oak Square Shopping Districts
The 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 Center. Use the Brighton Sounds Unplugged 22 Google map to find your way and plan to grab a bite to eat, meet friends for a drink, or just chill.

Here’s the schedule (time/business/artist):
12:00 pm PSF Community Center Bending Branches
12:30 pm Cafenation ednfld and happy academy
1:00 pm Glasser Coffee Co. Megan Blake
1:30 pm Los Amigos Taqueria Receita de Samba
2:00 pm Caffe Nero Tokyo Tramps
2:00 pm Teresa’s Market Gabriel Maia
3:30 pm Brighton Main Street’s office Albino Mbie
4:00 pm Brighton Gourmet and Wine Cellar Marquis Lavoie
5:30 pm Thonglor The 94’s
6:00 pm Corner Art Room Douglas Appleman, Andy Spitzer & Ginger Eliot, and Dana Goodwin & Lilah Asbornsen
6:30 pm Devlin’s Bistro and Bar Duo Maduro
7:00 pm Esperia Grill Yoni
8:00 pm Devlin’s Bistro and Bar The Doghouse All Stars

Concerts in the Common at the Brighton Farmers Market: Nora Meier
2022-10-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

Brighton Brewfest 2022
2022-10-22 16:00 - 20:00 | Presentaion School Foundation, 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Beer. 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 Main Streets & PSF Community Center, two volunteer driven organizations committed to strengthening the Allston Brighton community through collaboration!
Presented by Brighton Gourmet and Wine Cellar, Brighton Brewfest will be a celebration of all things Brighton- bringing together Brighton’s fabulous residential, non profit, and business communities, and featuring Brighton’s best brews, food and music.

WHEN: Saturday, October 22, 4 pm to 8 pm
WHERE: PSF Community Center parking lot

Tickets are sold in advance for $45. (Limited quantities will be available at the door, $50.) Attendees must be 21 years of age to attend–ID checked at the door.
The ticket entry includes a tasting mug and attendees will be able to sample beer, cider and seltzers from a variety of breweries:

Berkshire
Carlson Orchard Cider
Citizen Cider
Celly’s Cider
Downeast Cider
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Harpoon
Jack’s Abby
Lagunitas
Lord Hobo
Mighty Squirrel
Night Shift
Onda Tequila Selzer
Smuttynose
Troegs

Pizza and sandwiches will be available for purchase from Sweet Tomatoes. Music performed by Patch of Grass and AP Wray.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:
Brighton Brewfest is brought to you by a variety of local businesses and community members.

Presented By:
Brighton Gourmet & Cellar

Platinum Sponsor:
Next Day Moulding, LCC

Gold Sponsor:
Glenshane Properties

Silver Sponsors:
Boston College
Boston University
Feldman Geospatial
Gallagher
Silhouette Lounge Allston
Charlie Vasiliades
The Welch Corp

Bronze Sponsors:
Brighton Lodge of the Elk
Ghost in the Machine Tattoo
Maria Vasilakis DMD
WGBH Educational Foundation

Community Supporters:
Bella Group, Inc.
Family Nurturing Center
Irish Village
Michelle Clancy
Corrib Pub and Restaurant
Oak Square Sunco
Prime Realty
Unbound Visual Arts

More to come!

Concerts in the Common at the Brighton Farmers Market: The Heightsmen of Boston College
2022-10-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

Brighton Business District Trick or Treat
2022-10-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Brighton Center and Oak Square Shopping Districts
It’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 Washington Street. Start at the Police Station and make your way to the YMCA and be sure to stop in front of each business for a special treat and say hi to your neighbors.

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Brighton Center Tree Lighting
2022-11-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Brighton Center, 435 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Schedule 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 Tree on the traffic island in front of Rockland Trust (at 435 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135)

6:30pm – Tree Lighting Ceremony in Brighton Center with Santa and the Boston Police D-14

Brighton's Oak Square Tree Lighting
2022-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Oak Square in Brighton, 430 Faneuil St, Boston, MA 02135, Boston, MA, 02135, United States
Join 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 all.
Festivities start outdoors at 6:00, Mayor Wu and the Trolley arrive 6:45pm. Stay warm as you wait.
Join the family fun indoors from 4:45-6:15pm at the Oak Square YMCA gymnasium. Enjoy free activities and crafts for children and their families, courtesy from your friends of the Presentation School Foundation Community Center, the Allston-Brighton Family Nurturing Center, and the YMCA.

Brighton Main Street-Volunteer Mingle
2023-02-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Broken Records, 85 Guest Street, Brighton, Massachusetts, 02135
Brighton 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
2023-03-27 08:00 - 2023-03-29 17:00 | Boston Marriott Copley Place, 110 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116, Boston, 02116, 02116, United States
We 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. Whether you come from an urban business district, small rural downtown, or somewhere in between, the Main Street Now Conference offers solutions to common problems and new techniques to help your community thrive.
Discover B.RIGHT.ON Scavenger Hunt Tour | Wednesday, March 29 | 10am-2pm
We are hosting a neighborhood scavenger hunt for attendees of the Main Streets Now Conference which will take place in our neighborhood 10am-2pm on Wednesday, March 29. This scavenger hunt is a fun way for people from other Main Streets across the country to experience Brighton. So you may see groups of visitors snapping pictures, visiting sites around town and speaking with some of our Brighton businesses, community members, and dignitaries, soaking up all that is Brighton.
This is a handcrafted, customized scavenger hunt adventure conference goers will never forget. Carefully combining both an in-person and online app-based components, this tour route will guide visitors through 11 sights of the Brighton neighborhood and business district, including time for enjoying food, beverages, and whatever catches your eye. The adventure is sure to help us welcome the visitors as they explore Brighton, laugh, discover, and connect – this is memory making at its funnest! Space is limited to 50 conference attendees.
Help us welcome them to our neighborhood.
Stops in the Scavenger Hunt include:

Brighton Common
Agriculture Hall: Brighton Main Streets Office
The Elks Lodge
The Boston Police Station D14
Market Street Burial Ground
The Washington Building
Johnny D’s
Daniels Bakery
The Brighton Allston Congregational Church
The Brighton-Allston Heritage Museum
The Boston Public Library-Brighton Branch

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Downloads:

Info Sheet
Scavenger Hunt app on Google Play
Scavenger Hunt app on Apple

Brighton’s Community Egg Hunt
2023-04-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Join 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. Elizabeth’s Hospital until it was taken over by Brighton Main Streets almost 20 years ago. Brighton Main Streets continues this family friendly event this year with support from City on a Hill Church Brighton.
This FREE Egg Hunt is open to the public with fun activities planned for kids of all ages. Stay tuned for more details. The day is never complete without a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. But don’t be late, as the egg hunt starts promptly at 10am.

Shop Small Challenge
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-07 | Brighton Center and Oak Square Shopping Districts
Shop or eat at four Brighton small businesses the first week of every month then tag BMS and the business on social media with a picture of yourself and your purchase ( including food!) using #Shopsmall #BrigthtonMA.
Participants who don’t use social media may turn in their receipts directly to the Brighton Main Street office to qualify.
The Brighton Main Street office is located at 358 Washington Street.
ELIGIBLE BUSINESS LIST

8 Pizza

Alex the Tailor

All Brands Corp.

Amanda’s Flowers

Athan’s European Bakery

Beautie Addicts

Beef and Turkey

Beijing Taste

Blow Out Hair Design

Blue Yama

Boston Threading Salon

Brick House Pizza and Grill

Brighton Bodega

Brighton Gourmet and Cellar

Brighton Laundry/Dry Cleaners

Brighton Lock and Hardware

Brighton Nails

Café Mirror

Cafenation

Candy’s Cake

Center Salon

Charming Nails and Spa

Cigars & More

City Tails
Classic Barber Shop

Cleo Hair Salon

Corrib Pub & Restaurant

Dana’s Nail Salon

Daniels Bakery

Dash Café

Devlin’s Restaurant

Dorrs Liquor Market

Energize

Ensueno Body and Skin Care

Esperia Grill

Europe Today Furniture

Fiorella’s Express

Fratello’s Kebab & Souvlaki

Ghost in the Machine Tattoo

Glasser Coffee co

Greenhouse Kitchen

Hair Garden Salon

Hoshi Ya Japanese Rest

Jim’s Deli

Johnny D’s Produce

Last Drop

Lessard’s Barber Shop

Little Pecan Bistro

Little Pizza King

Lo & Hana Fashion

Loretta’s Hair Design

Los Amigos Taqueria

Lotus Beauty Nails and Spa

LR Barber Shop Salon

Mantra Dhevi Spa

Matt’s Barber Shop

MDM Noodles

Michael‘s Hair Cutting for Men

Milan Laser Hair Removal

Miyuki Sushi

New Hong Kong Chinese Food

Nearly New Thrift Shop

Oak Sq. Liquors

One To One Energy

Palace Spa

Paris Nails & Spa

Peka Restaurant

Performance and Recovery

Phil’s Hair Design

Pizza Etc.

Porter Belly’s

Queen Bee Nails and Spa

Sam’s Tailor and Dry Cleaning

South of the Clouds

Teresa Market

Thai North

The 34 Barber Shop

The Corner Art Room

The Last Drop

The Scoop and Scootery

Tho’s Upholstery

Thonglor

Tina’s Hair Salon

Vivi Bubble Tea

Walsh Liquor Store

Wok n Talk

Yes! Nails

Zen Zone Spa

Ziggy’s

Zisis Convenience

BMS Annual Meeting-2023 25th Anniversary Celebration!
2023-06-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Devlin’s
The 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

Community Egg Hunt
2024-03-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Join 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. Elizabeth’s Hospital until it was taken over by Brighton Main Streets almost 20 years ago.
This FREE Egg Hunt is open to the public with fun activities planned for kids of all ages. Stay tuned for more details. The day is never complete without a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. But don’t be late, as the egg hunt starts promptly at 10am!
Limit parking is available at:
The Brighton Elks Lodge 2199 – 326 Washington Street Brighton, Ma 02135 – Entrance to the parking lot is on Winship St
Municipal Lots – 398 Market Street & 301 Washington Street Brighton, Ma 02135
Also on bus routes 57 and 86
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The Kid Zone at the Brighton Farmer's Market with Spark a Life with Art!
2024-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Come join us with Spark a Life with Art at the Brighton Farmer’s Market, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton MA 02135.
October 2nd from 4:00pm – 6:00pm
October 16th from 4:00pm – 6:00pm
October 30th 4:00pm – 6:00pm – Pumpkin Painting!

The Kid Zone at the Brighton Farmer’s Market with Spark a Life with Art!
2024-10-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

Spooktacular Movie Night: Hocus Pocus
2024-10-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Hardiman Park, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Spread out your blanket, set up your chair, and enjoy a relaxing evening with family!

Presented by Boston Police Station D14, Oak Square YMCA, Road to the Right Track and Brighton Main Streets.

Game Changer's Gala
2024-10-25 18:00 - 22:00 | MA
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Game Changer’s Gala! Join us on Fri Oct 25 2024 at 6:00 PM at 91 Guest St for a night of celebration and inspiration.
Experience a night filled with innovation, networking, and fun as we honor individuals and community partners who have made a significant impact in their community.
Come dressed to impress and be prepared to be amazed by our special guests and entertainment lineup. This is a night you won’t want to miss!
Mark your calendars and get ready to be a part of something truly special at the Game Changer’s Gala!

Purchase Tickets here!

Love Your Block
2025-04-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Brighton Center, 435 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States
Join Brighton Main Streets and your neighbors in the Love Your Block event on April 5th. We will meet at the Brighton Main Streets office at 358 Washington Street at 9:00 AM. All tools will be provided by the city of Boston. Donuts and Coffee will be served!

Spring Movie Night
2025-04-11 17:00 - 20:00 | Oak Square YMCA, 615 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135

Community Egg Hunt
2025-04-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Join us on Saturday, April 19th, for the Annual Community Egg Hunt! The event starts at 9:00 AM at the Brighton Commons. BMS will provide bags for Egg gathering. We will also have face painting and cookie activities.

There is parking along the Main Street District, but we wanted to highlight other parking options you have available within the district and all within a 5 minute walk.

There are two municipal lots in Brighton Center. First is located at 398 Market St. next to the Corrib Pub & Restaurant. The second lot is at 301 Washington St, next to D-14 Police Station.

After the event, swing by one of several Main Street businesses to grab a late breakfast or springtime brunch!

Trick or Treat in Brighton Center
2025-10-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Brighton Center, 435 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

On-Line Pop-Up Shop
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-15 | MA
Are you ready to start some of your Holiday shopping? The on-line pop-up sale for Brighton wear is live until November 15. Use the QR code or the link, https://brighton-2025.itemorder.com/, to place your order.

Veterans Count of Fallen Heroes
2025-11-05 17:30 - 19:30 | The Rita M. DiGesse Community Room, Honan-Allston Library, 300 N. Harvard Street, Allston, MA, 02134, United States

Open Mic Night
2025-11-10 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Holiday Gift Drive
2025-11-18 - 2025-12-25 | West End House, 105 Allston Street, Allston, MA, 02134
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It’s officially that time of year again, and our 2025 Holiday Wishlist is live! YOU can make the holiday season that much merrier for our young people – Buy a gift for one of our members at https://a.co/hEVeTh9
