Brighton Main Streets

Japanese Mahjong Open Play
2026-10-01 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-15 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Charlesview Community Center, 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

Irish Village, I.V., Live Entertainment
2026-10-02 21:30, 2026-10-03 21:30, 2026-10-09 21:30, 2026-10-10 21:30, 2026-10-16 21:30, 2026-10-17 21:30, 2026-10-23 21:30 | Irish Village, 224 Market Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
Weekends Sound Better at Irish Village!
Make your weekend plans at Irish Village! Join us every Friday & Saturday from 9:30 PM–1:30 AM for live music, great drinks, and an unforgettable night out.
Gather your friends, enjoy the music, and let the weekend begin!
Irish Village | Every Friday & Saturday | 9:30 PM–1:30 AM

Brighton Brewfest 2026
2026-10-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Presentation School Foundation Community Center
Beer. Music. Food. For a Cause!
We are excited to announce that Brighton Main Streets, PSF Community Center, and Dorr’s Liquor Mart are joining forces again this year to host Brighton Brewfest, a fall fundraising celebration benefiting both Brighton Main Streets and PSF Community Center.
Brighton Brewfest will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 PM in the PSF Community Center parking lot.
Presented by Dorr’s Liquor Mart, Brighton Brewfest is a celebration of all things Brighton, bringing together our fabulous residential, nonprofit, and business communities for an evening featuring great brews, food, and music.
The outdoor, family-friendly event is the perfect way to welcome fall while enjoying time with friends, neighbors, and the Brighton community — all while supporting two local organizations dedicated to strengthening Allston-Brighton.
Supporting Our Community
Proceeds from Brighton Brewfest will benefit Brighton Main Streets and PSF Community Center, two volunteer-driven organizations committed to building a stronger, more connected community through local programs, partnerships, and events.
Sponsor Brewfest
Want to support this great community event while getting your business in front of local residents and visitors?
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Tickets
Early Bird Tickets: $45 per adult (21+)
On sale: August 14–September 14
Advance Tickets: $50 per adult (21+)
Available after September 14.
Day-of Tickets: $55 per adult (21+)
Limited quantities will be available at the door.
Children: Tickets are not required for children.
Come raise a glass, enjoy great food and music, and support the organizations that help make Brighton a vibrant place to live, work, and visit!
WHEN: Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM
WHERE: PSF Community Center Parking Lot
Beer. Music. Food. For a Cause.
More details about participating breweries, food, music, and other event information will be announced as we get closer to the big day.
We’ll see you at Brighton Brewfest!

AA Meeting
2026-10-05 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-10-12 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-10-19 17:30 - 19:00 | Brighton Marine Health Center, 77 Warren Street, Brighton, MA, 02135, United States

Open Mic Night
2026-10-05 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-12 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Porter Belly’s Pub, 338 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135

All Bright Night 2026
2026-10-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Garage B at The Speedway, 1420 Soldiers Field Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
Join us on October 6th for the annual All Bright Night, hosted by the Allston Brighton CDC. This signature community celebration brings together neighbors, community leaders, and elected officials to reflect on a year of progress in Allston-Brighton while looking ahead to what’s next for the neighborhood.
Guests will enjoy an evening of networking, delicious food, and a silent auction in the beautiful open-air Garage B event space at the Speedway. The event takes place on Tuesday, October 6th from 6:00–9:00 PM. Tickets and additional information are available here: All Bright Night tickets

Boston Planning Academy
2026-10-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Boston City Hall, 1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA, 02201
Boston Planning Academy – Fall 2026
Interested in learning more about Boston’s planning process and having a voice in the future of your neighborhood? The Boston Planning Academy is offering an eight-week cohort this fall.
Program Dates: September 29–November 17, 2026When: Tuesdays, 6:00–9:00 PMWhere: Boston City Hall
What Participants Receive

Free dinner
Free childcare
MBTA T pass

Application Deadline: August 3, 2026
The application deadline has passed for the Fall 2026 cohort, but residents interested in the program can still email questions or check the Boston Planning Academy page for future opportunities and updates.
This is a great opportunity for Brighton and Allston residents who want to learn more about how Boston is planned and help shape the future of their neighborhoods.

Mahjong Night
2026-10-06 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

AA Meeting - Morbid Reflections
2026-10-06 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-10-13 19:15 - 20:00, 2026-10-20 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.

The Business Summit 2026
2026-10-07 07:30 - 15:00 | College of the Holy Cross, Hogan Center, 1 College Street, Worcester, MA, 02108
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
College of the Holy Cross – Hogan Center
1 College Street, Worcester, MA
Join the Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) and the Veterans Business Outreach Center of New England (VBOC) for a day of education, networking, and business growth at The Business Summit 2026.
Designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, women-owned businesses, and veteran-owned businesses, this full-day conference offers practical workshops, valuable networking opportunities, and direct access to corporate and government procurement representatives.
Conference Highlights

Interactive workshops led by industry experts
Networking with entrepreneurs and business leaders
Learn about certification, contracting, and supplier diversity opportunities
Matchmaking Roundtables with corporate representatives (for eligible certified businesses)
One-on-One Matchmaking appointments (by application for eligible certified businesses)
Pitch It! Live Competition featuring six entrepreneurs competing for a $1,000 Grand Prize and $500 Runner-Up Award

Pitch It! Competition
Entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the opportunity to deliver a 90-second live pitch before a panel of judges and fellow business owners.
Selected participants will receive:

Complimentary pitch coaching from CWE
Valuable exposure to business leaders and potential partners
Written feedback from judges
The opportunity to compete for cash prizes

Important Dates

Application Deadline: July 24
Participants Notified: August 7
Pitch Competition: October 7 at 1:45 PM

A paid Business Summit registration is required for Pitch It! participants.
Registration

Early Bird: $50 (through August 7)
General Admission: $75

Registration closes September 30, and all ticket sales are final.
Whether you’re launching a new business or looking to expand an established one, The Business Summit offers practical strategies, meaningful connections, and resources to help your business thrive.

Brighton Farmers Market
2026-10-07 13:30 - 18:30, 2026-10-14 13:30 - 18:30, 2026-10-21 13:30 - 18:30 | Brighton Common, 30 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135
Since 2016, the Brighton Farmers Market has been a vibrant community gathering place, offering a wide variety of local foods, farm-fresh produce, sustainable meats, and artisanal products. The market also features live music and family-friendly activities, creating an enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages. Committed to supporting local farmers and vendors, the market proudly accepts all major food benefits and subsidies, including SNAP/HIP, WIC, Senior Farmers Market Coupons, and City of Boston Farmers Market Coupons, helping to make fresh, healthy food accessible to everyone in the community.

Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry Summer Update
2026-10-10 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Allston Brighton Food Pantry, 404 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135
The Brighton Allston Congregational Food Pantry is pleased to be open for the summer and extends its sincere thanks to everyone who supported the pantry during its recent transition.
The pantry has returned to its regular operating schedule, with a few updates. Be sure to check the current weekly schedule for the latest distribution times.
Additional outdoor food distributions may be added throughout the summer, so follow the pantry’s social media channels for the latest announcements.
Please note that the Nearly New Thrift Shop will be closed on Friday, July 4.
The food pantry is also seeking volunteers to help serve the community this summer. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to complete the July volunteer registration form. Questions about the volunteer schedule may be directed to Operations Coordinator Grace at volunteer@brightonallstonucc.org.
For more information about the food pantry, visit: https://abfoodpantry.com/
To volunteer in July, register here: https://bacc.breezechms.com/form/Julyvolunteerform
To support the pantry with a donation, visit: https://www.paypal.com/donate/
