Local Events & Hot Spots

July 17, 2026 · 10:30am - 11:15am
Maker Morning Storytime
- •Creative storytime session
- •Hands-on maker activities
- •Perfect for young creators
- •Free library event

July 17, 2026
2026 Hot Night in the City
- •Live music and performances
- •Local food trucks
- •Artisan vendor market
- •Summer community vibes

Thu, Jul 16 · 8:30 PM
Movies at the Mansion: Mean Girls (PG-13)
- •Outdoor movie screening
- •Historic mansion backdrop
- •Mean Girls (PG-13)

Daily, 5–11 PM, through July 19 · 5pm to 11pm
91st Annual St. Mary of Carmen Society Festival
- •Classic carnival rides and games
- •Authentic Italian-American food
- •Live music and entertainment
- •91-year community tradition

July 16, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Picnic and Play in the Park: Event Series
- •Free summer family fun
- •Hands-on science and art
- •Outdoor park activities
- •Perfect for curious kids

July 10-12, 6:00 PM · 6:00 PM
Boston JerkFest Caribbean Foodie Festival | 3-day Festival - July 10-12
- •3-day Caribbean festival
- •JerkFest foodie celebration
- •Outdoor vibes at Ohiri Field
- •Authentic island flavors

Saturday · 5:00 PM
Brazilian Festival - Festa Junina 2026
- •Traditional Brazilian food
- •Live music & dancing
- •Cultural Festa Junina vibes
- •Community celebration

Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM · 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Waltham Farmers' Market
- •Fresh local produce & meats
- •Artisan soaps & baked goods
- •Specialty meals to go
- •Rain or shine outdoors