Lexington Council for the Arts

05/24/2026

Another wonderful Discovery Day in the books! We loved connecting with so many members of the community and fellow supporters of the arts.
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05/06/2026

🎨 CALL FOR ARTISTS 🎨
Lexington Utility Box Painting Project 2026

The Lexington Council for the Arts is seeking artists to transform a large utility box into a vibrant public artwork this summer in Lexington, MA!

🖌 Open to all artists — in or outside of Lexington
📍 Location: Lincoln Park, 100 Lincoln Street
💵 Stipend: $1000
📅 Design submissions due: May 25, 2026
✅ Project completion deadline: August 31, 2026

This year’s box is located at Lincoln Park, home to athletic fields, a playground, fitness trail, and beautiful natural surroundings. We encourage artists to visit the park for inspiration!

We’re looking for bold, colorful, and creative original designs. Artists may submit up to 3 designs for consideration by the jury.

Interested?
Email [email protected] for details and a submission form.

See examples of past utility box projects:
https://www.lexartscouncil.org/utility-boxes-2023.html

02/09/2026

Lexington laughed last weekend, and we loved every minute of it! 😄
Thanks to our amazing comedians and the wonderful community who came out for Lexington Laughs 2026. You made it a great show! Thanks for laughing with us, and for braving the cold and snow to do it! ❄️😂

02/05/2026

Reminder: our mid-winter comedy pick-me-up is this Saturday! ❄️😂
We can’t wait to see everyone who registered for Lexington Laughs 2026 this Saturday, Feb 7 at 7:30 PM. This free event is currently SOLD OUT — but be sure to check Eventbrite for any cancellations!🎤🎟️ Check for tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lexington-laughs-2026-tickets-1978360672026?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/06/2026

Get ready to laugh, Lexington! 🎉🤣
Join us Feb 7 at 7:30 PM at the Clarke Middle School Auditorium for Lexington Laughs 2026 — a FREE comedy night featuring hilarious performances and good vibes all around! 😄 Tickets are free but required — grab yours now and start the new year with a smile! 😄🙌💥
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lexington-laughs-2026-tickets-1978360672026?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Fun art events in Lexington MA

09/27/2025

🎶 Final Stretch of Porchfest! 🎶

There’s still time to soak up the music! Acts are playing all across Lexington until 6pm — grab a friend, take a last-minute porch hop, and dance your way into the evening.

✨ Don’t miss the finale!
Beatles Moptop to Rooftop Sing-Along
🕔 5–6pm at the historic Stone Building (735 Mass Ave)
🎸 Performed by Rocking Horse People
Featuring hit songs from the Beatles’ early touring days through their farewell “Let It Be” rooftop concert.

📍 Full schedule & map: lexingtonporchfest.org/map/

09/27/2025

🎶 It’s Porchfest Day! 🎶
Yards, porches, and music await! Check out the map, explore neighborhoods throughout town from 1:00 - 6:00pm TODAY, and enjoy 130 acts at over 70 locations! Have the best time following the awesome music across Lexington!

In addition to the featured locations (Emery Park, Cary Library Steps, Lexington Visitors Center Park, Munroe Center for the Arts, The Stone Building - 735 Mass Ave) if you are looking to see a lot of music with the fewest steps check out:

🎶Baskin Road/Outlook Drive/Fair Oaks Drive
🎶7 locations in Liberty Heights!
🎶Several locations on Follen Hill
🎶Grant St and Grant Place
🎶and many more. Open the map and make the connections that can work for you!

lexingtonporchfest.org/map

09/26/2025

🎶 Tomorrow is the big day! 130 acts at over 70 locations—Lexington Porchfest 2025 is our BIGGEST yet! 🏡✨
Plan your route and get ready for a full afternoon of music and fun on Saturday, Sept 27, 1–6 pm.
Featured Locations:
Emery Park
Cary Library Steps
Lexington Visitors Center Park
Munroe Center for the Arts
The Stone Building (735 Mass Ave)
Check the full map here for more locations: lexingtonporchfest.org/map

*Stay tuned for more posts highlighting different neighborhoods and music.

09/03/2025

The most musical day of the year is back this month—bigger than ever! Lexington Porchfest 2025!
👉 On Saturday, Sept 27 (1–5pm), porches, stoops, yards & spaces all over Lexington will transform into live stages. Grand finale 5pm at 735 Mass Ave!
🎸 Cool bands!
🥁 Awesome music!
🎤 ALL FREE!
Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and let the music move you around town!
(Rain date: Sept 28)
🔗 https://lexingtonporchfest.org

07/17/2025

Don't miss this upcoming grant awarded event on July 17 at 7:30pm in Hastings Park!
Concerts in the Park: "Out of this World!"
Join the MetWinds and Guest Conductor Meghan MacFadden in Hastings Park as we spend a summer evening looking to the stars!
https://www.metwinds.org/events/2025hastings2