The HONK! Festival of Activist Street Bands brings the streets of Somerville alive with brass, percussion, dancing, creativity, and community. Founded in Somerville in 2006, HONK! has grown into an internationally connected movement of activist street bands, inspiring similar festivals around the world. The free, volunteer‑led festival celebrates music as …
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We are planning the next HONK! to take place October 9-11, 2026.
East hosts music and movement with Little Groove on the second Friday of each month, Oct-Dec! Best for ages 0-5. October 9, November 13, December 11 @ 10:30am. Questions? Contact Meghan: mforsell@somervillema.gov Little Groove will also be visiting the Central Library on October 14 at 10:30 and the West Branch on Octob…
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the Children's Room on Friday mornings! Questions? Contact Annie at aschapira@somervillema.gov.
Join us along with our neighbors Remnant Satellite for a day of back-and-forth strings, twangs, and slides along with fresh local brews! This family-friendly day of music will feature hour long sets at Satellite and Portico, and encourage you to stroll between our spaces to catch the next act. 12PM - New Grownups (Sate…
Get ready for one of Somerville's favorite Halloween traditions! SomerStreets: Monster Mash transforms Somerville Avenue into a festive Halloween celebration for all ages. Join us on Sunday, October 18, from 1–5 PM (severe weather date: Sunday, October 25) for live music, interactive art activities, family fun, local f…
Franklin Park Zoo 5:00 – 10:30 p.m. , Franklin Park Zoo Prepare to be dazzled as you wander through this glowing immersive experience filled with vibrant lantern displays.
