Brighton Main Streets

Japanese Mahjong Open Play
2026-06-04 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Allston/Brighton Age Strong Advocate Hours with Daisy
2026-06-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library, 300 N Harvard Street, Allston, MA, 02134
Honan-Allston Branch of the Boston Public Library

Join Daisy, your Allston-Brighton Age Strong Advocate, to learn about the City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission and how Age Strong can help enhance your life.

Daisy will help older adults 55+ access city services such as benefits like SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid, fuel assistance, utility discounts, property tax exemptions, housing and so much more!

She’ll be here at the Honan-Allston Branch Library on the first Thursday of every month.

No registration is required.

If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please contact Daisy at:
Daisy Grijalva
Advocacy & Benefits Specialist
Age Strong Commission
617-869-6390
daisy.grijalva@boston.gov

Everybody Dance Now!
2026-06-03 18:00 - 19:30 | The Grove, Western Ave, Allston, MA, 02134
Head to the corner of North Harvard Street and Western Avenue for a lively outdoor dance experience at The Grove. This high-energy, community-focused dance series welcomes participants of all skill levels, from experienced dancers to those simply looking to try something new in a fun and supportive environment. This season features a partnership with 617 Country, a Boston-based organization that brings the excitement of country-western line dancing to the community. Scheduled classes on May 6, May 20, and June 3 offer participants the opportunity to learn new dance steps, enjoy great music, and connect with a diverse, queer, multicultural, and multigenerational community. Whether you’re looking to improve your dancing or simply enjoy an evening outdoors, these classes are a great way to move, meet neighbors, and have fun.

Free Family Yoga Returns to Portsmouth Street Playground This Summer
2026-06-03 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.

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-06-02 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-05-26 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.

Mahjong Night
2026-06-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Molly’s Bookstore, 305 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134
Tickets for June’s Mahjong Night at Molly’s Bookstore in Allston are now available! Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for an evening of tiles, strategy, and fun. Whether you’re completely new to Mahjong or a seasoned player with your winning strategy perfected, everyone is welcome. This event features Hong Kong-style Mahjong and is a great opportunity to learn, play, and connect with others in the community. The evening will be led by the wonderful Tiffany Wong, who will help guide players of all experience levels. Reserve your spot today at: https://withfriends.co/event/28233955/mahjong_night

Free Park Fitness: Kick It by Eliza with Olivia
2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Get moving this summer with Kick It by Eliza with Olivia, a free outdoor fitness class at Brighton Common!
Offered in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission, this music-driven, kickboxing-inspired workout combines high-intensity interval training with kickboxing, boxing, rhythmic movement, and a meditative cool-down. The class features 13 rounds of energetic exercise and is suitable for all fitness levels.
Program Details:

When: Tuesdays, May 5–August 25, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Where: Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Ave., Brighton

Please bring a yoga mat, sneakers, water, and a willingness to have fun!
Advance registration through Eventbrite is encouraged so you can add the class to your calendar and receive updates about schedule changes or weather-related cancellations.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/

Fresh Truck at PSF
2026-06-02 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-05-26 15:30 - 17:30 | 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!

Open Mic Night
2026-06-01 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Allston-Brighton Youth Hockey Registration U10 Girls
2026-06-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Warrior Ice Arena, 90 Guest Street, Brighton, MA, 02134, United States
Tryout & Assessment Skate Registration is OPEN! ⛸️
The 2026–27 season tryout and assessment skate registration is now open! Registration is required for all players, including returning ABYH members.
Click the links below for more information and to register.
U10 Girls (2016 & 2017 Birthyears): March 23 at 6pm & March 30 at 5pm both at Warrior Ice Arena

AA Meeting
2026-06-01 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

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

Faneuil Branch Library June Schedule
2026-06-01 | Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center – Spotlight
2026-06-01 | MA
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) June 2026
https://users.neo.registeredsite.com/…/VBS_Senior…

Brighton Branch Library June Schedule
2026-06-01 | 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!

Documentation Office Hours Hosted Virtually via Zoom
2026-05-29 13:00 - 14:00 | MA

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

District D-14 Community COMPSTAT
2026-05-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Presentation School Foundation Community Center
The Boston Police Department CompStat process, traditionally an internal meeting focused on reviewing crime trends and coordinating strategies across the city’s districts, expanded in 2023 to include community members as key partners. This collaborative approach helps ensure the department can better respond to the evolving needs of the communities it serves by sharing important information, explaining policing strategies, and creating opportunities for residents to voice concerns, identify priorities, and strengthen partnerships with law enforcement.

Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center – May Schedule
2026-05-27 | Veronica Smith Center, 20 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Senior Spotlight (Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center) May 2026

Brighton Branch Library May Schedule
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.

Memorial Day Remembrance
2026-05-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Evergreen Cemetery, 2060 Commonwealth Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135

DroneArt Show Boston at Harvard Stadium
2026-05-23 20:45 - 21:50, 2026-05-22 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.
