Things to do in Somerville, MA

8 PM·Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA — music

9 PM·The Jungle Community Music Club, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA

The Jungle Community Music Club, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA — music

4 PM·The Independent, 76 Union Sq, Somerville, MA

Monday, Sep 21, 2026 4:00p — The Independent, 76 Union Sq, Somerville, MA

5 PM·Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Monday, Sep 21, 2026 5:00p — Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

6 PM – 8 PM·West Branch Atrium, West Branch, 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Word on the street is, history happens every day; While we drink our morning coffee, anxiously listen to news, commute to work, & share silly pictures on the internet. In this poetry workshop we’ll generate poetic records that process the overwhelming forces shaping daily life into personal truths we can grasp onto. We…

6:30 PM – 7:45 PM·Auditorium, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

Come join us every third Monday of the month (unless a holiday interferes) to discuss queer books and meet new friends in the community! This month's book is Audrey Lane Stirs the Pot (link opens new tab) by Alexis Hall. Find the book on Libby/Overdrive: eBook (opens in new tab) | eAudio (opens in new tab) . Find the b…

6:30 PM·Aeronaut, 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA

Monday, Sep 21, 2026 6:30p — Aeronaut, 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA

6:30 PM·Aeronaut Brewing Company, 14 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA

Aeronaut Brewing Company, 14 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA — food-drink

6:30 PM·Aeronaut, 14 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA

Aeronaut, 14 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA — community-family

7 PM·Remnant Brewing, 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA

Monday, Sep 21, 2026 7:00p — Remnant Brewing, 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA

8 PM·Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA

Crystal Ballroom at Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA — music

8 PM·The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA — music

5 PM·Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 5:00p — Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

5 PM·Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 5:00p — Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

6 PM·The Jungle Community Music Club, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA

The Jungle Community Music Club, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA — music

6:30 PM·Arts At The Armory, 191 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA

Arts At The Armory, 191 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA — arts-culture

7 PM·DARK MODE at Bow Market, 1 Bow Market Way, #24, Somerville, MA

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 7:00p — DARK MODE at Bow Market, 1 Bow Market Way, #24, Somerville, MA

7 PM·The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA — music

7:30 PM·NESFA, 504 Medford St, Somerville, MA

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 7:30p — NESFA, 504 Medford St, Somerville, MA

8 PM·Aeronaut Brewing Company, 14 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 8:00p — Aeronaut Brewing Company, 14 Tyler Street, Somerville, MA

8 PM·Olde Magoun's Saloon, 518 Medford Street, Somerville, MA

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 8:00p — Olde Magoun's Saloon, 518 Medford Street, Somerville, MA

9 PM·Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

Tuesday, Sep 22, 2026 9:00p — Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

12 PM·Davis Square Farmers Market, 44 Day St, Somerville, MA

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 12:00p — Davis Square Farmers Market, 44 Day St, Somerville, MA

4:30 PM – 7:30 PM·Auditorium, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

City of Somerville and Cambridge Health Alliance are hosting a FREE community resource fair, including STI testing and hypertension testing, pizza, arts and crafts, and tabling from other community organizations. This is not a library-sponsored event. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, con…

5 PM·Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 5:00p — Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

5 PM·Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 5:00p — Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

5:30 PM·Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, Somerville, MA

Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, Somerville, MA — music

6 PM·The Jungle, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 6:00p — The Jungle, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA

6 PM – 8 PM·West Branch Community Room, West Branch, 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Join city staff from the Sustainability and Environment Division and the Mystic River Watershed Association (MyRWA) for an uplifting discussion of How to Love a Forest by Ethan Tapper . Tapper walks us through the fragile and resilient community that is a forest. He introduces us to wolf trees and spring ephemerals, an…

6 PM·Bow Market, 1 Bow Mkt Wy, Somerville, MA

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 6:00p — Bow Market, 1 Bow Mkt Wy, Somerville, MA

6 PM – 8 PM·Portico Brewing · Somerville

Let's see how smart you are! Come test your knowledge at our weekly Wednesday trivia. Categories include sports, movies, current events, music and much more! Four rounds of five questions Photo and bonus rounds Build a team up to eight players Live DJ taking song requests Prizes for 1st and 2nd place! $35 1st place gif…

7 PM·The Jungle Community Music Club, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA

The Jungle Community Music Club, 6 Sanborn Ct, Somerville, MA — music

10:30 AM – 12 PM·Auditorium, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

Practice reading, writing, speaking, and listening in this beginner ELL Class. This class is in-person at Central Library (79 Highland Avenue). For more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator Email: bpigott@somervillema.gov WhatsApp: +1 617.366.7684 Office: 617.623.5000 x.2935

4 PM – 6 PM·Teen Room, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

Calling all Somerville teens (ages 15-24)! Apply for up to $5,000 to make an impact in the community and fight climate change. Learn more about the Somerville Youth Climate Action Fund and get help with ideas and applications. Questions? Contact esullivan@somervillema.gov or Niki at nbavar@somervillema.gov

5 PM·Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Thursday, Sep 24, 2026 5:00p — Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

5 PM·Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

Thursday, Sep 24, 2026 5:00p — Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

6 PM·Arts At The Armory, 191 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA

Arts At The Armory, 191 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA — film

6 PM – 8 PM·Library Director's Office, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

Teens and tweens in grades 7-12 are invited to the Writers' Den! Write alongside your peers in a chill, laid-back atmosphere. We'll have snacks, creative prompts, and (if you want it) feedback from your fellow writers. The Writers' Den meets every Thursday night at the Central Library. Questions? Contact Anna: abaynton…

6:30 PM – 9 PM·Portico Brewing, 101 South Street, Somerville, MA, 02143

Portico Point to Pint Run Club! Join us every Thursday at 6:30pm for a 3 mile run and a beer afterwards! All Paces are welcome Don’t forget your reflective gear and lights! Connect with us on Instagram: @ portico_point_to_pint_runners and Facebook: Portico Point to Pint Runners

6:30 PM – 10:30 PM·Arts at the Armory · Somerville

MassConcerts & Get To The Gig Boston Present Dutch Interior with Racecourse Get tickets now! $('#getTixButton').click(function() { fbq('track', 'Purchase', {currency: "USD", value: 0.00}); }); Doors open at 6:30 PM Show begins at 7:300 PM All ages are welcome. Arts at the Armory serves delicious locally sourced food an…

7 PM·The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA — music

7 PM·Rockwell Theater, 255 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Thursday, Sep 24, 2026 7:00p — Rockwell Theater, 255 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

11 AM – 12 PM·East Branch, 115 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145

The East Branch Book Group Meets on the 4th Friday of most months to discuss fiction and nonfiction titles. This month's book is God Help the Child by Toni Morrison. Copies will be available for pickup at the East Branch, though you're welcome to place your own hold at the link above. Newcomers always welcome! Please c…

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Auditorium, Central Library, 79 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA, 02143

Practice speaking, reading, and listening during this conversation group. Conversation Groups are recommended for intermediate English speakers and above. This group meets in-person at Central Library, 79 Highland Avenue. For questions or more information, please contact: Brigid Pigott, Literacy/Volunteer Coordinator E…

3 PM·375 Assembly Row, Somerville, MA

Friday, Sep 25, 2026 3:00p — 375 Assembly Row, Somerville, MA

3 PM·Davis Square Plaza, 260 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Friday, Sep 25, 2026 3:00p — Davis Square Plaza, 260 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

3 PM – 7 PM·Assembly Line Park, 375 Assembly Row, Somerville

Shop for fresh, locally sourced food and products every Friday from 3-7PM through October 9 right here on The Row. Each week, you’ll be able to find goods from nearly 30 New England-based farmers and producers between Shake Shack and Caffè Nero. Expect a great mix of seasonal produce, baked goods, dairy and eggs, meats…

4 PM·Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Friday, Sep 25, 2026 4:00p — Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

5 PM·Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

Friday, Sep 25, 2026 5:00p — Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

5 PM·Statue Park, 4 College Ave, Somerville, MA

Friday, Sep 25, 2026 5:00p — Statue Park, 4 College Ave, Somerville, MA

5 PM·1 Davis Square, Somerville, MA

1 Davis Square, Somerville, MA — music

5 PM – 7 PM·The Lawn, 301 Assembly Row, Somerville

Kick off your Friday evening with live music on The Lawn! Join us from 5–7PM as Ethan Robbins brings fun mix of crowd favorites, classic hits, and sing-along tunes to Assembly Row. Grab a drink from The Lawn Bar , shop fresh finds at our Farmers Market , and enjoy a summer evening filled with great music, local flavors…

9 AM·Union Square Plaza, 66-70 Union Square, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 9:00a — Union Square Plaza, 66-70 Union Square, Somerville, MA

10 AM – 12 PM·West Branch Children's Room (2nd floor), West Branch, 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA, 02144

Arts & Crafts at West! Questions? Contact Alison: amitchell@somervillema.gov

10 AM·Painted Burro Davis Square, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 10:00a — Painted Burro Davis Square, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

11 AM – 11 AM·The Rockwell · Somerville

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12 PM·301 Assembly Row, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 12:00p — 301 Assembly Row, Somerville, MA

12 PM·Remnant Brewing, 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 12:00p — Remnant Brewing, 2 Bow Market Way, Somerville, MA

3 PM·Union Square, Somerville Meeting Spot, Bow Street, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 3:00p — Union Square, Somerville Meeting Spot, Bow Street, Somerville, MA

4 PM·Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 4:00p — Painted Burro Somerville, 219 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

5 PM·Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 5:00p — Vera's, 70 Union Square, Somerville, Massachusetts

6 PM·DARK MODE at Bow Market, 1 Bow Market Way, #24, Somerville, MA

Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 6:00p — DARK MODE at Bow Market, 1 Bow Market Way, #24, Somerville, MA