Local Events & Hot Spots
Happening now
Daily through December
Arlington Boys & Girls Club Annual Christmas Tree & Wreath Sale
- •Fresh holiday trees and wreaths
- •Support local youth programs
- •Perfect family holiday outing
- •Community fundraiser
Happening nowDaily through December 31, 2026
Plant Stories Audio Tour
- •Interactive multimedia audio tour
- •Revolutionary history & plant stories
- •Outdoor public art banners
- •Explore colonial Arlington
Fridays, 7–8:30 PM · 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Djembe drum circle classes with Audrey
- •West African drum classes
- •Certified instructor led
- •Adults and children welcome
- •Friday night rhythm
November 7, 2026
Acera School STEM Festival and Open House
- •Hands-on STEM activities
- •Family-friendly fun
- •Interactive science and tech
- •School open house
Tuesdays and Saturdays
Old Schwamb Mill Tours
- •19th-century workplace tours
- •Belt-driven lathes in action
- •Civil War-era shop floor
- •45-minute guided experience
Saturday, Nov. 7 · 8 a.m.
Arlington Reservoir Bird Walk
- •Guided bird-watching walk
- •Spot local ducks and shorebirds
- •Led by expert birder
- •Fresh air and nature
Saturday, November 7 · 10:00 AM
Acera School STEM Festival and Open House
- •Hands-on STEM activities
- •Family-friendly exploration
- •Build and create stations
- •Interactive open house
November 7, 2026 · 11am to 5pm
Arlington Open Studios 2026
- •28th annual local art showcase
- •Exhibits by talented local artists
- •Support the vibrant arts community
- •Free community event
Saturday, November 7 · 11:00 AM
Arlington Open Studios
- •28th annual arts showcase
- •Local artist exhibitions
- •Historic Town Hall venue
- •Community creative spirit
Saturday, November 7 · 3:00 PM
Boston Skyline Chorus: Harvest of Harmony Fall Concert
- •Live barbershop harmonies
- •A cappella show & fundraiser
- •Afternoon fall concert
- •Local community performance
Saturday, November 7 · 4:00 PM
Pinocchio Family Comes to Waltham This Weekend
- •Beloved family classic
- •Direct from Boston's Colonial Theatre
- •Perfect weekend family outing
- •Live theater in Waltham
Sunday, November 8 · 1:00 PM
String Day at Powers Music School
- •Live string performances
- •Community music event
- •Local school showcase