• July 4 Reading of the Declaration of Independence

    Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA, United States

    Come Patriots, young and olde! Please join Lexington Alarm! on Friday, July 4th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a public community reading of the Declaration of Independence. We will be located across from the Minuteman Statue and next to Buckman Tavern on Bedford Street in Lexington Center.

           * Lend your voice to our community reading of the Declaration of Independence.
           * Take a photo with the Minuteman Statue to share on social media.
           * Free flags, stickers and copies of the Constitution while supplies last.
           * Patriotic tattoos for young children, too!

  • 5th Annual Quock Walker Day celebrations in Lexington on Saturday, July 5, 2025

    Visitors Center 1875 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

    Celebrate the 242nd Anniversary of Massachusetts Emancipation Day and hear how the Revolutionary War and the Black Patriots of Lexington and Massachusetts set the stage for Quock Walker’s judicial victories. His 1781 civil lawsuit for battery led to the 1783 criminal case that ended slavery in Massachusetts. Start the day with the 5th Annual Quock...

  • Village Harmony World Music Ensemble

    First Parish In Lexington 7 Harrington Road, Lexington, M, United States

    Village Harmony World Music Ensemble Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 7 PM Vermont-based Village Harmony, the remarkable teen world music ensemble, presents its concert program of the summer. The Teen Ensemble I will be led by Patty Cuyler, Lonnie Norwood, and Liam Kantor.These brilliant teen singers come from seven states, Canada, and France. Village Harmony,...

    Free will offering
  • Film Screening and Discussion of the Black Patriots of Lexington: Venus Roe

    Cary Memorrial Library 1875 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, United States

    Celebrate the 242nd Anniversary of Massachusetts Emancipation Day, aka Quock Walker Day

    Quock Walker was enslaved in Barre, MA. His 1781 civil lawsuit for battery led to the 1783 criminal case that ended slavery in Massachusetts. Venus Roe was enslaved by Jonas Roe in Lexington. At about three years old, she was gifted to Smitheren Reed of Woburn District. Venus Roe was emancipated in the wake of the third Quock Walker case, Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. Nathaniel Jennison.

  • Freedom in All Its Forms- A Lex250 Band Concert by MetWinds

    Hastings Park Corner of Massachusetts Ave. and Worthen Rd., Lexington, MA, United States

    Join the MetWinds, Guest Conductor Meghan MacFadden, and the Town of Lexington as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

  • Lexington Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series – 215th Army Band

    For over 60 years, this premier ensemble of the Massachusetts Army National Guard has thrilled audiences across New England and around the globe. Renowned as one of the nation’s finest military bands, the 215th delivers stirring performances that celebrate American spirit through music — from patriotic anthems to high-energy favorites.

    Join us for an unforgettable evening as these world-class musicians bring honor, tradition, and a whole lot of heart to the stage!

  • Lexington Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series: Soft Touch Band

    Emery Park Depot Square, Lexington, MA

    Soft Touch is a classic big band with full horn and rhythm sections and two outstanding vocalists. They specialize in swing-era music from the '40s to the '60s, plus Broadway hits and classic rock favorites.

    Their all-volunteer group is comprised of retired professional musicians and serious amateurs. Soft Touch donates engagement fees toward college scholarships to local high school seniors who have excelled in music. To date, over $130,000 has been awarded to talented local students.

  • Fun with Fresh Indigo at LexFarm

    LexFarm 52 Lowell St, Lexington, M, United States

    Join us on the farm for a family-friendly workshop all about fresh indigo! We’ll start with a visit to the indigo plants in the fields, where we’ll learn how to harvest fresh indigo. Then, we’ll extract indigo dye in multiple ways on silk and cotton. All materials are provided—just come ready to have fun and get your hands blue! Great for kids (ages 5+), teens, and adults too! All participants under 18 must attend with an adult.  The cost of materials is included in the registration fee.  52 Lowell St, Lexington, in the education tent.

  • Lexington Symphony Phoenix Project Jazz and Orchestra Concerts July 23 & 24

    Cary Memorrial Library 1875 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, United States

    It is with great excitement and anticipation that we invite you to attend our inaugural Lexington Symphony Phoenix Project Jazz and Orchestra Concerts July 23 & 24 in Lexington’s historic Cary Hall! Whether you are a long-standing member of our community or a newcomer seeking new connections and inspiration, this gathering promises to be a memorable occasion filled with meaningful moments, dynamic entertainment, and the opportunity to engage with remarkable individuals. Mark your calendar, because you won’t want to miss what we have planned!

  • Lexington Symphony Phoenix Project Jazz and Orchestra Concerts July 23 & 24

    Issac Cary Memorial Building 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

    It is with great excitement and anticipation that we invite you to attend our inaugural Lexington Symphony Phoenix Project Jazz and Orchestra Concerts July 23 & 24 in Lexington’s historic Cary Hall! Whether you are a long-standing member of our community or a newcomer seeking new connections and inspiration, this gathering promises to be a memorable occasion filled with meaningful moments, dynamic entertainment, and the opportunity to engage with remarkable individuals. Mark your calendar, because you won’t want to miss what we have planned!

  • Lexington Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series – Black Sea Salsa

    Emery Park Depot Square, Lexington, MA

    This 15-piece world-music powerhouse fuses fiery Afro-Cuban rhythms with the rich melodies of Armenian music, creating a one-of-a-kind sound that’s as bold as it is irresistible. With 6 sizzling horns, 4 dynamic vocalists, and a 5-piece rhythm section driving the groove, Black Sea Salsa brings a high-octane performance packed with passion, power, and pure joy.

    It’s global fusion at its finest — and the ultimate soundtrack for a summer night under the stars!

  • A Cappella Concert

    Hastings Park Corner of Massachusetts Ave. and Worthen Rd., Lexington, MA, United States

    One of Metro-Boston’s longest-running a cappella groups will sing a free concert on Monday evening, July 28th, from 8-9 pm at the Hastings Park Gazebo in Lexington. “None of the Above” (NOTA) is an award-winning octet that has been entertaining audiences with a diverse range of a cappella numbers for over 20 years.