Live music, local food, artists and makers, family-friendly activities, and more at Edward L. Leathers Park

From kid’s music and a Honk band to interactive circus activities and pumpkin painting, there’s free fun for the whole family at the upcoming SomerStreets: Gilman Square Arts & Music Festival.

Festival highlights:

• Interactive performances by Esh Circus

• Entertainment from Cate the Great

• Pumpkin painting with Neighborhood Produce

• Local artists and makers

• Food from Nibble Kitchen vendors and local favorites

• A beer garden hosted by Winter Hill Brewing Company

• Family-friendly activities and more

Music Lineup:

• 12–12:45 p.m.: Matt Heaton (kid’s music)

• 1– 1:45 p.m.: Pink Slip (ska punk)

• 2– 2:45 p.m.: Dom the Composer (R&B, gospel, folk)

• 3– 3:45 p.m.: Emperor Norton’s Stationary Marching Band (Balkan-Klezmer-funk-Honk)

• 4– 4:45 p.m.: FM Collective (Latin, hip-hop, jazz)

The event is free and open to all. For updates and the complete entertainment schedule, visit somervilleartscouncil.org/events/gilman-sq-fest.

2026 Location Update: Edward Leathers Park

Due to ongoing construction along Pearl Street, this year’s festival will temporarily move to Edward L. Leathers Community Park and portions of Walnut Street. To make room for the festivities, Walnut Street will be closed between Pearl and Medford Streets, and Skilton Avenue will also be closed.