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For a searchable calendar of events with your choice of list or map view, or to submit an event of your own, go to the\u00a0main calendar<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Thursday, July 16<\/strong><\/h2>\n

7:30 p.m.
<\/strong>The Comedy Studio<\/a>,\u00a05 John F. Kennedy St.<\/a>, Harvard Square.<\/p>\n

The Comedy Studio presents: The Roast of Mark Zuckerberg
<\/strong><\/a>$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.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Friday, July 17<\/strong><\/h2>\n

6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
<\/strong>Kendall\/MIT Open Space at\u00a0292 Main St.<\/a>, Kendall Square.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Movie: \u201cThe Muppet Movie\u201d
<\/strong><\/a>Free, but seating is first come, first served. Part of the series \u201cMovies on the Road\u201d by the Brattle, this 1979 musical comedy film tells the story of how the Muppet characters met and features the song, \u201cThe Rainbow Connection.\u201d<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 18\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Noon to 9 p.m.
<\/strong>1\u00a0Davis Square<\/a>.<\/p>\n

ArtBeat 2026:\u00a0REVolution
<\/strong><\/a>Free. Artists and performers showcase work based on this year\u2019s theme: in honor of the American Revolution\u2019s 250th anniversary, REVolution. This annual multicultural arts festival features a mix of music, dance, theater, food, performance and interactive activities.<\/p>\n

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Boston-based Ruby Grove will be performing at ArtBeat this weekend.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The satiric band Intac will be playing at ArtBeat this weekend.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\u201cThis Is Power,\u201d a dance composition choreographed by Julianne Cerreta. It will be performed for the first time in the Boston area at ArtBeat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n

3 to 5 p.m.
<\/strong>The Rooted Caf\u00e9 at\u00a0Arts at the Armory<\/a>,\u00a0191 Highland Ave.<\/a>, Spring Hill.<\/p>\n

Exhibit Opening Reception: Samuel D. Bondi and Holly Sverdrup Hoyer
<\/strong><\/a>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.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 19<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Living historian portraying Martha Washington (Sandy Spector) tells the story of George Washington\u2019s arrival in Cambridge at this special event. Credit:<\/span> Courtesy of Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
<\/strong>Longfellow House and the Washington\u2019s Headquarters National Historic Site,\u00a0105 Brattle St.<\/a><\/p>\n

2 to 7 p.m.<\/strong>
Union Square Plaza<\/a>.<\/p>\n

World Cup viewing party
<\/strong><\/a>Free. Presented by Somerville Chamber of Commerce, this is a family-friendly community event with English and Spanish broadcasts of the World Cup.\u00a0<\/p>\n

2 p.m.<\/strong> to 6 p.m.<\/strong>
Lechmere Square<\/a> |CambridgeSide<\/p>\n

World Cup watch party<\/a> <\/strong>
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. <\/p>\n

Monday, July 20<\/strong><\/h2>\n

7 p.m.
<\/strong>The Comedy Studio<\/a>,\u00a05 John F. Kennedy St.<\/a>, Harvard Square.<\/p>\n

Comedy Benefit for Dave MacDonough
<\/strong><\/a>$34. Comedians Matt Kona, Andrea Henry, Dan Boulger, Mike O\u2019Brien, Sean Rosa, Dana Cairns, Josh Day, Ted Pettingell, John Tyler, Shea Spillane, Kailtlin Buckley and Carolina Soto\u00a0perform at this cancer benefit for fellow comedian Dave MacDonough.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tuesday, July 21<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Folk pop musician Nora Meier performs at the Summer Concert Series in Danehy Park. Credit:<\/span> Courtesy of Nora Meier<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

6 p.m.<\/strong>
Danehy Park,\u00a099 Sherman St.<\/a>, in Neighborhood 9 just east of Fresh Pond.<\/p>\n

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Summer Concert Series: Nora Meier
<\/strong><\/a>Free. Nora Meier\u2019s debut album, \u201cOutfield\u201d was released in October 2024. Spectrum Culture called the album \u201ca gently percolating but still laid-back brand of folk-pop,\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Wednesday, July 22<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Folk musician Seth Hanson will be performing at Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center. Credit:<\/span> Courtesy of Seth Hanson<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Noon
<\/strong>Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center,\u00a0325 Main St.<\/a>, Kendall Square.<\/p>\n

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Lunchtime concert: Seth Hanson
<\/strong><\/a>Free. Seth Hanson performs traditional and original folk music. His newest album, \u201cin the in-between run to the river and beg to be clean\u201d was released this month.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

6 p.m.
<\/strong>Cambridge Main Library,\u00a0449 Broadway<\/a>, Mid-Cambridge.<\/p>\n

Ben Wikler and Danielle Allen discuss \u201cThis Is The Plan: How to End America\u2019s Meltdown and Save Democracy\u201d
<\/strong><\/a>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\u2019s Democratic party to map out a plan to dictator-proof American government. Harvard University\u2019s Allen joins.\u00a0<\/p>\n

7 p.m.
<\/strong>Kingsley Park<\/a> at Fresh Pond Reservation.<\/p>\n

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Third annual Cambridge Moth Ball
<\/strong><\/a>Free. <\/strong>As part of National Moth Week, this is a celebration of night, community, biodiversity, discovery, and, most of all, moths. It\u2019s also a participatory science event where participants collect, record, photograph and identify moths while learning more about their extraordinary lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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As part of National Moth Week, this third annual celebration of night, community, biodiversity, discovery, and, most of all, moths. Credit:<\/span> Robin Seaholm<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Thursday, July 23<\/strong><\/h2>\n

7 p.m. c
<\/strong>Porter Square Books<\/a>,\u00a01815 Massachusetts Ave.<\/a>, Porter Square.<\/p>\n

Elizabeth Preston and Perrin Roosevelt Ireland share a debut
<\/strong><\/a>Free but RSVP. Science journalist Preston\u2019s book, \u201cThe Creatures\u2019 Guide to Caring\u201d 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 \u201cPoking the Squid.\u201d<\/p>\n

Friday, July 24<\/strong><\/h2>\n

4 p.m.
<\/strong>Davis Square<\/a>, Somerville.<\/p>\n

Nice, a Fest
<\/strong><\/a>$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.\u00a0<\/p>\n

8 p.m.
<\/strong>Massachusetts Institute of Technology\u2019s Kresge Auditorium, 48 Massachusetts Ave.<\/a><\/p>\n

MIT Summer Philharmonic Orchestra: Celebrating Hope & Optimism
<\/strong><\/a>Free. Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor George Ogata, accomplished musicians from MIT perform two masterpieces: Prokofiev\u2019s Symphony No. 5 and Dvo\u0159\u00e1k\u2019s Symphony No. 9, \u201cFrom the New World.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology\u2019s Summer Philharmonic Orchestra: Celebrating Hope & Optimism
concert will include two masterpieces: Prokofiev\u2019s Symphony No. 5 and Dvo\u0159\u00e1k\u2019s Symphony No. 9, \u201cFrom the New World.\u201d Credit:<\/span> Courtesy of MIT Professional Development<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Saturday, July 25<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Noon to 6 p.m.
<\/strong>Danehy Park, 99 Sherman St.<\/a>, in Neighborhood 9 just east of Fresh Pond.<\/p>\n

11th Annual Cambridge Jazz Festival
<\/strong><\/a>Free to $20. Relax on the grass and enjoy world-class musicians, food and merchandise vendors and a children\u2019s area. Runs through Sunday.\u00a0<\/p>\n

4 p.m.<\/strong>
<\/strong>Davis Square<\/a>, Somerville.<\/p>\n

Nice, a Fest
<\/strong><\/a>$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.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 26<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Noon to 6 p.m.
<\/strong>Danehy Park, 99 Sherman St.<\/a>, in Neighborhood 9 just east of Fresh Pond.<\/p>\n

11th Annual Cambridge Jazz Festival
<\/strong><\/a>Free to $20. Relax on the grass and enjoy world-class musicians, food and merchandise vendors and a children\u2019s area.\u00a0<\/p>\n

4 p.m.
<\/strong>Davis Square<\/a>, Somerville.<\/p>\n

Nice, a Fest
<\/strong><\/a>$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.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Monday, July 27<\/strong><\/h2>\n

7 p.m.
<\/strong>Harvard Book Store, 1256 Massachusetts Ave.<\/a>, Cambridge.<\/p>\n

Meg Richardson reads from \u201cParadise Pawn\u201d
<\/strong><\/a>Free. Translator and cartoonist Richardson\u2019s debut novel, \u201cParadise Pawn\u201d 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.<\/p>\n

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Eleni Mandell blends folk, noir jazz, roots rock and literate pop music. Credit:<\/span> Laura Heffington<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

8 p.m.
<\/strong>Club Passim<\/a>, 47 Palmer St.<\/a>, Harvard Square.<\/p>\n

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Eleni\u00a0Mandell performs
<\/strong><\/a>$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.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Tuesday, July 28<\/strong><\/p>\n

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5 to 7 p.m.<\/strong>
Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center, 325 Main St.<\/a>, Kendall Square.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Brooklynn performs as part of Berklee\u2019s Summer in the City 2026 concert series. Credit:<\/span> Meesh Parkos<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Brooklynn performs
<\/strong><\/a>Free. The singer, songwriter, producer, and DJ\u2019s sound is an eclectic mix, heavily inspired by opera, psychedelic, indie\/alternative and neo-soul. Brooklynn performs as part of Berklee\u2019s Summer in the City 2026 concert series.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

8 p.m.<\/strong>
Somerville Theatre\u2019s Crystal Ballroom<\/a>, 55 Davis Square<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Babe Rainbow with Sam Blasucci performs
<\/strong><\/a>$38. These Aussie psychedelic rockers are known for their \u201cthrow-back\u201d style of 1960s psychedelic rock.<\/p>\n

Wednesday, July 29<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Noon
<\/strong>Urban Park Roof Garden at Kendall Center,\u00a0325 Main St.<\/a>, Kendall Square.<\/p>\n

Lunchtime concert: Ella McDonald
<\/strong><\/a>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.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

12:15 to 1 p.m.<\/strong>
Kendall\/MIT Open Space at 292 Main St.<\/a>, Kendall Square.<\/p>\n

Midday Music: Angel Subero & Latin Logic
<\/strong><\/a>Free, but register. Venezuelan trombone virtuoso and bandleader Angel Subero has shared the stage with Aretha Franklin, Slide Hampton, Jim McNeely, Claudio Roditi, Danilo P\u00e9rez 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.<\/p>\n

Thursday, July 30<\/strong><\/p>\n

5 to 9 p.m.
<\/strong>Harvard Art Museums<\/a>, 32 Quincy St.<\/a>, near Harvard Square.<\/p>\n

Harvard Art Museums at Night
<\/strong><\/a>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.<\/p>\n

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Harvard Art Museums at Night takes place the last Thursday of every month (holidays permitting), from 5 to 9pm. Each night features a new mix of local talent and community partners. Credit:<\/span> Caitlin Cunningham Photography; courtesy Harvard Art Museums.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

7 to 8:30 p.m.
<\/strong>The Mad Monkfish,\u00a0524 Massachusetts Ave.<\/a>, Central Square.<\/p>\n

Stephanie Nakasian with the Greg Wardson Trio
<\/strong><\/a>$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).<\/p>\n