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Thursday, July 16
7:30 p.m.
The Comedy Studio, 5 John F. Kennedy St., Harvard Square.
The Comedy Studio presents: The Roast of Mark Zuckerberg
$14. This comedy show features a cast of characters, local Cambridge comedians and special guests taking shots roasting the CEO of Facebook, Instagram, META and Threads Mark Zuckerberg.
Friday, July 17
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Kendall/MIT Open Space at 292 Main St., Kendall Square.
Outdoor Movie: “The Muppet Movie”
Free, but seating is first come, first served. Part of the series “Movies on the Road” by the Brattle, this 1979 musical comedy film tells the story of how the Muppet characters met and features the song, “The Rainbow Connection.”
Saturday, July 18
Noon to 9 p.m.
1 Davis Square.
ArtBeat 2026: REVolution
Free. Artists and performers showcase work based on this year’s theme: in honor of the American Revolution’s 250th anniversary, REVolution. This annual multicultural arts festival features a mix of music, dance, theater, food, performance and interactive activities.
3 to 5 p.m.
The Rooted Café at Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave., Spring Hill.
Exhibit Opening Reception: Samuel D. Bondi and Holly Sverdrup Hoyer
Free. Multimedia artist Samuel D. Bondi and watercolor artist Holly Megan Sverdrup Hoyer present their art collaboration, inspired by found objects, the textures of mixed media and reclaiming what otherwise might have been discarded. The exhibit is on display through Aug. 10.
Sunday, July 19
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Longfellow House and the Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site, 105 Brattle St.
2 to 7 p.m.
Union Square Plaza.
World Cup viewing party
Free. Presented by Somerville Chamber of Commerce, this is a family-friendly community event with English and Spanish broadcasts of the World Cup.
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Lechmere Square |CambridgeSide
World Cup watch party
Free. Festivities begin at 2:00 p.m. Screens will be set up at Canal Park (First and Hurley) and also at First near Cambridge St. Game starts at 3 p.m.
Monday, July 20
7 p.m.
The Comedy Studio, 5 John F. Kennedy St., Harvard Square.
Comedy Benefit for Dave MacDonough
$34. Comedians Matt Kona, Andrea Henry, Dan Boulger, Mike O’Brien, Sean Rosa, Dana Cairns, Josh Day, Ted Pettingell, John Tyler, Shea Spillane, Kailtlin Buckley and Carolina Soto perform at this cancer benefit for fellow comedian Dave MacDonough.
Tuesday, July 21
6 p.m.
Danehy Park, 99 Sherman St., in Neighborhood 9 just east of Fresh Pond.
Summer Concert Series: Nora Meier
Free. Nora Meier’s debut album, “Outfield” was released in October 2024. Spectrum Culture called the album “a gently percolating but still laid-back brand of folk-pop,”
Wednesday, July 22
Noon
Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center, 325 Main St., Kendall Square.
Lunchtime concert: Seth Hanson
Free. Seth Hanson performs traditional and original folk music. His newest album, “in the in-between run to the river and beg to be clean” was released this month.
6 p.m.
Cambridge Main Library, 449 Broadway, Mid-Cambridge.
Ben Wikler and Danielle Allen discuss “This Is The Plan: How to End America’s Meltdown and Save Democracy”
Free. Harvard Book Store and the Cambridge Public Library present Wikler, political organizer and strategist who served as the chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin from July 2019 to July 2025. His new book provides lessons from his time at Wisconsin’s Democratic party to map out a plan to dictator-proof American government. Harvard University’s Allen joins.
7 p.m.
Kingsley Park at Fresh Pond Reservation.
Third annual Cambridge Moth Ball
Free. As part of National Moth Week, this is a celebration of night, community, biodiversity, discovery, and, most of all, moths. It’s also a participatory science event where participants collect, record, photograph and identify moths while learning more about their extraordinary lives.
Thursday, July 23
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Porter Square Books, 1815 Massachusetts Ave., Porter Square.
Elizabeth Preston and Perrin Roosevelt Ireland share a debut
Free but RSVP. Science journalist Preston’s book, “The Creatures’ Guide to Caring” is a journey through the evolution of caretaking on Earth, from animal parents to modern-day humans while environmentalist Roosevelt Ireland details the sex roles and relationships of animals in “Poking the Squid.”
Friday, July 24
4 p.m.
Davis Square, Somerville.
Nice, a Fest
$45 or $120 for 3-day event. NICE, a fest is a celebration of the Boston and New England indie music scene presented by Get To The Gig Boston. More than 80+ indie artists across three venues and a massive outdoor record, art and vintage market, after parties, kickoff event and more through Sunday.
8 p.m.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Kresge Auditorium, 48 Massachusetts Ave.
MIT Summer Philharmonic Orchestra: Celebrating Hope & Optimism
Free. Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor George Ogata, accomplished musicians from MIT perform two masterpieces: Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5 and Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World.”
concert will include two masterpieces: Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5 and Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World.” Credit: Courtesy of MIT Professional Development
Saturday, July 25
Noon to 6 p.m.
Danehy Park, 99 Sherman St., in Neighborhood 9 just east of Fresh Pond.
11th Annual Cambridge Jazz Festival
Free to $20. Relax on the grass and enjoy world-class musicians, food and merchandise vendors and a children’s area. Runs through Sunday.
4 p.m.
Davis Square, Somerville.
Nice, a Fest
$45 or $120 for 3-day event. NICE, a fest is a celebration of the Boston and New England indie music scene presented by Get To The Gig Boston. More than 80+ indie artists across three venues and a massive outdoor record, art and vintage market, after parties, kickoff event and more through Sunday.
Sunday, July 26
Noon to 6 p.m.
Danehy Park, 99 Sherman St., in Neighborhood 9 just east of Fresh Pond.
11th Annual Cambridge Jazz Festival
Free to $20. Relax on the grass and enjoy world-class musicians, food and merchandise vendors and a children’s area.
4 p.m.
Davis Square, Somerville.
Nice, a Fest
$45 or $120 for 3-day event. NICE, a fest is a celebration of the Boston and New England indie music scene presented by Get To The Gig Boston. More than 80+ indie artists across three venues and a massive outdoor record, art and vintage market, after parties, kickoff event and more.
Monday, July 27
7 p.m.
Harvard Book Store, 1256 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge.
Meg Richardson reads from “Paradise Pawn”
Free. Translator and cartoonist Richardson’s debut novel, “Paradise Pawn” is based on her own experiences working behind the counter of a pawn shop. This story follows teens working in a pawn shop in Cherry Beach, Florida, handling everything from Cartier jewelry to chainsaws to cars. Translator Hannah Kauders joins.
8 p.m.
Club Passim, 47 Palmer St., Harvard Square.
Eleni Mandell performs
$30 to $35. With over 10 solo albums, Eleni Mandell has carved out a singular lane blending folk, noir jazz, roots rock and literate pop music.
Tuesday, July 28
5 to 7 p.m.
Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center, 325 Main St., Kendall Square.
Brooklynn performs
Free. The singer, songwriter, producer, and DJ’s sound is an eclectic mix, heavily inspired by opera, psychedelic, indie/alternative and neo-soul. Brooklynn performs as part of Berklee’s Summer in the City 2026 concert series.
8 p.m.
Somerville Theatre’s Crystal Ballroom, 55 Davis Square.
The Babe Rainbow with Sam Blasucci performs
$38. These Aussie psychedelic rockers are known for their “throw-back” style of 1960s psychedelic rock.
Wednesday, July 29
Noon
Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center, 325 Main St., Kendall Square.
Lunchtime concert: Ella McDonald
Free. Ella McDonald came of age as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter in the New York City folk scene, connecting with audiences regularly at coffeehouses, outdoor festivals and NYC venues including SideWalk Cafe, Union Square, Fringe Festival Benefit and The Bitter End as a member of the NY Songwriters Circle.
12:15 to 1 p.m.
Kendall/MIT Open Space at 292 Main St., Kendall Square.
Midday Music: Angel Subero & Latin Logic
Free, but register. Venezuelan trombone virtuoso and bandleader Angel Subero has shared the stage with Aretha Franklin, Slide Hampton, Jim McNeely, Claudio Roditi, Danilo Pérez and Chris Botti. With Latin Logic, he mixes old-school salsa, Latin jazz and Afro-Caribbean rhythms, drawing on the diverse backgrounds of its members.
Thursday, July 30
5 to 9 p.m.
Harvard Art Museums, 32 Quincy St., near Harvard Square.
Harvard Art Museums at Night
Free. Gather with friends and mingle inside the Italian-inspired courtyard. DJ C-Zone sets the mood with smooth, curated sounds as you chat, snack, sip and catch up over bites and drinks available for purchase from local vendors.
7 to 8:30 p.m.
The Mad Monkfish, 524 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square.
Stephanie Nakasian with the Greg Wardson Trio
$10. Jazz artist Stephanie Nakasian has released 17 CDs and has been a respected artist for more than 40 years, performing with Jon Hendricks, Phil Woods, Harry Allen and many others. Performing with her are Greg Wardson on piano and Karl Kimmel on bass (drums to be announced).
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