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Things to do in Medford, MA

We reviewed 14,000+ Boston-area events to pick the 33 best things to do in Medford, MA between September 20 and September 26. Updated daily.

Our best picks: things to do in Medford, MA — September 20–26

MONDAY
21
SEPTEMBER

11 AM – 12 PM·Bonsignore Hall, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Gentle yoga for everyone, no registration required.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Teen Section, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Design and put together your own pinback buttons in the Teen Section. No sign up required, just drop in! If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net

6 PM – 8 PM·Tech Lab, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Stop by the Tech Lab to work on your STEM projects, share with others, and ask our volunteer, Hanjoo, for advice and troubleshooting help! Hanjoo is familiar with CAD (Onshape), microcontrollers, electronics, and computer programming. This program is for adults.

6 PM – 8 PM·MakerSpace, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Stop by the Medford MakerSpace and work on your personal projects or ask our in-house expert about how to use the space and equipment. Note: General Safety badging is NOT available during this specific drop-in. This program is for adults and teens 16+. This session's host is Lia!

TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER

10 AM – 12 PM·Study Room 5, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 13 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend the…

6 PM – 8 PM·MakerSpace, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Stop by the Medford MakerSpace and work on your personal projects in a quieter environment! If you're neurodivergent, struggle with loud environments, or just need to focus on your project in a quiet coworking space, this program is for you! There will be soft instrumental background music, and the door will be partial…

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Bonsignore Hall, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

This info session is designed for teens in middle school and high school. Caregivers are welcome, but should be accompanied by their tween or teen! You have questions about volunteering at the library and we have answers. There are a lot of opportunities for Medford teens to volunteer at the library. Learn about them a…

6:45 PM – 10:45 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Watch the Red Sox on the big screens at the Great American Beer Hall. First pitch is listed in Eastern time; start times are subject to change.

WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER

2 PM – 3 PM·Tech Lab, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Librarians will be staffing this drop-in hour to help with anything tech related with which you may want a hand! Interested in using any of the Microsoft Suite programs such as Word, Excel or Powerpoint? We can get you started. Want to dig into and get some guidance on any of the library databases? Have a project in mi…

6 PM – 8:30 PM·Bonsignore Hall, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Join The Queer Neighborhood Council (TQNC) for our regular sewing skill share! Whether you've never used a sewing machine or you're an experienced costumer, let's craft together in a space centering LGBTQIA+ voices and experiences. What to expect: We'll kick off the gathering with a brief tutorial on using a sewing mac…

6:30 PM·wesleaf, 458 Salem Street, Medford, MA

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 6:30p — wesleaf, 458 Salem Street, Medford, MA

6:30 PM – 8 PM·MakerSpace, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

For teens in middle school and high school. Learn how to design and export your own font in the MakerSpace! All materials will be provided. Note to Caregivers: We want to do our best to provide your child with the best accommodations possible to make their experience at this maker event both fun and rewarding. Any addi…

7 PM·Deep Cuts, 21 Main St, Medford, MA

Deep Cuts, 21 Main St, Medford, MA — music

7 PM – 8:30 PM·Colleen's, Off site locations, 61 High St., Medford, MA, 02155

The Scoop is a book club for those in their 20s & 30s (and anyone who wants the scoop on great books). Please join us offsite at Colleen's at 61 High Street to discuss the monthly selection and enjoy a scoop of ice cream! This month, we're reading Heartwood by Amity Gaige. The library strives to be open and accessible…

7:10 PM – 11:10 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Watch the Red Sox on the big screens at the Great American Beer Hall. First pitch is listed in Eastern time; start times are subject to change.

THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER

10 AM – 12 PM·Study Room 5, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 13 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend the…

3 PM·Condon Shell Park, 2501 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA

Thursday, Sep 24, 2026 3:00p — Condon Shell Park, 2501 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford, MA

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Youth Services Programming Room, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

This book club is for teens. If you love manga and anime, stop by our new Manga Drop In Book Club! This book club will meet in the Youth Services Programming Room to talk about your favorite manga series and watch anime clips. We want to do our best to provide your child with the best accommodations possible to make th…

6 PM·Colleen’s, 61 High Street, Medford, MA

Thursday, Sep 24, 2026 6:00p — Colleen’s, 61 High Street, Medford, MA

6:30 PM – 8 PM·Youth Services Programming Room, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

For teens in middle school and high school. Make your own miniature books and turn them into bag charms. All materials will be provided. Sign up is required . Registration will begin on August 1. Please complete the sign up form below. If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net Note to Caregivers:…

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM·Study Room 3, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Join the Medford Connectors for this early beginner level ESOL class. Our teachers are here to get you started with English. The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend this program, please be sure to email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950.

6:45 PM – 10:45 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Watch the Red Sox on the big screens at the Great American Beer Hall. First pitch is listed in Eastern time; start times are subject to change.

7 PM·Deep Cuts, 21 Main St, Medford, MA

Deep Cuts, 21 Main St, Medford, MA — music

8 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA

Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA — food-drink

8 PM – 11 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Thursday-night live music on the GABH main stage.

FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER

7:10 PM – 11:10 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Watch the Red Sox on the big screens at the Great American Beer Hall. First pitch is listed in Eastern time; start times are subject to change.

10 PM – 2 AM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Late-night music and a full beer hall dance floor.

SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER

9 AM – 10 AM·Study Room 5, Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Join us this September for an exciting new Spanish Conversation Class, designed for beginners, intermediate, and advanced learners. Each week, we’ll build practical skills through everyday vocabulary, essential grammar, and key phrases you can use right away. Our dynamic lessons combine fun games, engaging activities,…

12 PM·Condon Shell in Medford, 2501 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 12:00p — Condon Shell in Medford, 2501 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA

12 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Seasonal beer, German-inspired food, Oompah music at 2 PM, Forrest McCurren acoustic at 3 PM and Audawind at 9 PM. Costumes encouraged.

12 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA

Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA — food-drink

1 PM – 2 PM·Haines Square Mural, Off site locations, 269 Spring St., Medford, MA, 02155

Come on a walking tour with local historian Dee Morris to learn more about the history of Medford in Motion! We will gather at Haines Square, one of Medford's busiest business districts, and then go on to explore Fellsway West, a wide parkway completed in 1898. Leading to the Middlesex Fells Reservation, the historic r…

7:15 PM – 11:15 PM·Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA

Watch the Red Sox on the big screens at the Great American Beer Hall. First pitch is listed in Eastern time; start times are subject to change.

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