City of Cambridge (Official)

06/14/2026

Join the Council on Aging for the second part of the Community Conversations About Aging series! The series explores aging, connection, and community. 🌻💛

- Monday, June 15, 2026
- 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Cambridge Senior Center (806 Massachusetts Ave.)

Join us at the table, as we talk about what really matters: purpose, identity, connection, and the beauty of growing older. Come share your voice. 🗣️✨

Learn more: https://camb.ma/4uxraQG

06/14/2026

Save the date! Come celebrate Pride Month with the Cambridge LGBTQ+ Commission. Bring a picnic blanket and get ready for a day filled with fun! 🏳️‍🌈📆

- Saturday, June 20, 2026
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Cambridge City Hall (795 Massachusetts Avenue)

There will be music by Rebel.li0N, a screening of the short film "The Dads", performances by Miss Christine and London Saint, food, fun, and more! 🎶🎬

Learn more: https://camb.ma/4u9a7U9

06/13/2026

Not sure how to safely dispose of needles, syringes, or lancets? 📍The City of Cambridge and Cambridge Public Health Department have sharps drop boxes at multiple locations across the city. Find the drop box nearest you:

Not sure where to get rid of old or unused needles, syringes, or lancets? The City of Cambridge and the Cambridge Public Health Department have got you covered with multiple locations of sharps drop boxes throughout the city.

06/13/2026

Join the Cambridge Fire Department for the Firefighters Memorial this Sunday. 🚒🎖️

- Sunday, June 14, 2026
- 9:15 a.m.
- Cambridge Cemetery (76 Coolidge Ave.)

All are welcome to join with us to take part this important and respectful event to remember and honor those who came before us. 🧑‍🚒❤️‍🔥

For more details: https://camb.ma/3PAI95P

06/13/2026

Have questions about the River Street Infrastructure and Streetscapes Project? 🏗️👷‍♂️

Residents, business owners and their employees are invited to stop by one of two Coffee Talk sessions to meet with City Staff and contractors to ask questions related to the River Street Project. 🚧🦺

- Monday, June 15, 2026
- Session 1: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Session 2: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Cronin Park (Franklin St. and Western Ave.)

Learn more: https://camb.ma/4fpEkLc

06/13/2026

🔌⚡ Do you want to drive electric but don't have a place to charge at home?
Join City staff for a virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 16, at 5:30 p.m. to learn about Cambridge's public EV charging program — including newly installed chargers, upcoming locations, and efforts to expand access citywide.
Register in advance and find the agenda and project details at the link below!
🔗 cambridgema.gov/departments/communitydevelopment/evchargingstations

06/13/2026

Registration for summer programs at the War Memorial Recreation Center opens on Monday! Offerings include swimming lessons, pickup volleyball, Zumba, and more! 🏊🏐💃

✔ Cambridge residents can register beginning Monday, June 15 at 5 p.m.
✔ Non-Residents can register beginning Wednesday, June 17 at 5 p.m.

View the Summer 2026 brochure and learn how to register! - https://bit.ly/4eamCsF

06/12/2026

🚧 Weekend Road Closures: June 13–14 🚧

Several streets across Cambridge will be temporarily closed this weekend due to community events, including the first Cambridge United Soccer Event (Haiti vs. Scotland), Hoops N’ Health, the Boston Dragon Boat Festival, and the Elmendorf Grand Prix.

Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time if you're driving, biking, or taking transit.

📍 Expect impacts throughout the city
📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 13–14
⚠️ Detours and signage will be in place

Thanks for your patience as we support community events and keep streets safe for everyone.

🔗 More info: https://www.cambridgema.gov/departments/transportation/news/2026/06/june13and14weekendroadclosures

Photo Courtesy of the Boston Dragon Boat Festival

06/12/2026

Fresh Pond Day 2026 is this Saturday, June 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 250 Fresh Pond Parkway! Come join us for an exciting day full of fun! 🌞🌻

What can you expect?

- Live music all day: Trail Mix (Folk and Americana) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and The Grüvmeiners Brass Band from 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. 🎶
- An open house of the Water Treatment Plant, with self-guided tours. 👀
- Live animal exhibit from the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team all day in the Kids' Zone. 🐶
- Touch-a-Truck with the Water and Fire Department vehicles. 🚒
- Free popcorn and reusable water bottles. 🍿
- Kids crafts and games. 🖍️
- Info tables and giveaways from various City departments and local organizations. 📄
- And fun in the sun! 😎

We hope to see you at this completely free, family-friendly event! Learn more about Fresh Pond Day 2026 at https://camb.ma/4dK5Ema 🙌🥳

06/12/2026

Cambridge is excited to be a part of the world's biggest game. ⚽🌍

Cambridge United is a FREE citywide series of outdoor screenings and community celebrations this June and July — open to everyone.

Big screens. Cultural entertainment. Face painting. Free food from local restaurants representing the nations on the pitch.

First watch party: Saturday, June 13 | 6–11 p.m.
📍 University Park Commons, 65 Sidney St. (Central Square)

Haiti 🇭🇹 vs. Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 kicks off at 9 p.m. Plus: the Afro-Caribbean Night Market presented by the Cambridge–Somerville Black Business Network.

Make sure to bring a lawn or beach chair. We'll see you there. 🎉 https://camb.ma/4apMhfT