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  • Watch City Steampunk Festival

    Waltham Common 610 Main St, Waltham, MA, United States

    Our free beloved festival, despite being bound to four hours, will still feature costumed performers, musicians, kids' activities, and a large collection of unique vendors peddling all things Steampunk. Listen to musical entertainment at multiple stages and stroll a network of footpaths through our open-air vendors' market. Additionally, you can experience exhibitions, enjoy kids' activities, […]

    Free
  • Needle felting a rabbit

    Gore Place 52 Gore Street

    We are excited to welcome back Rachel Benson of The Fiber Web to run a class on needle felting a sweet bunny. Participants will be guided through the process: beginners and experienced felters welcome. All supplies provided, and Rachel will have additional supplies available for purchase after the program. Geared towards teens and adults. General […]

    $40
  • Waltham Open Mic

    Christ Church 750 Main St, Waltham

    This is a Steampunk “Extra Hours” Event. Music. Poetry. Storytelling. No cover charge. We pass the hat to raise money for Grandma's Pantry. For more info, email us.    

    Free
  • Waltham Pride poetry open mic

    The Waltham Museum 25 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA

    This is a Steampunk “Extra Hours” Event. Join us for a poetry open mic immediately following the 2026 Watch City Steampunk Festival. Poets and poetry lovers are invited to meet just steps away from Waltham Common at the lovely Waltham Museum. Come share in this celebration of the talent of our community! Parental advisory: This […]

  • Pub and chantey sing

    In a Pickle 265 Moody Street, Waltham, MA, United States

    This is a Steampunk “Extra Hours” Event. Join the singers of “A Jug of Songs” for an evening of social singing! What could be more Victorian than sitting in a pub, drinking beer by the tankard, and belting out 19th-century drinking and music hall songs? You don’t need to know the songs, but you’ll probably […]

  • Mother’s Day baby shower

    Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Parish 920-R Trapelo Road, Waltham, MA

    St. Vincent de Paul will be hosting a baby shower on Mother's Day weekend. If you would like to contribute items for infants and young children please drop them off in the "Pack n Play" at the front entrance of the church on the weekend of May 9-10. Thank you! The church will set up […]

  • Make your own Golem

    Temple Beth Israel 25 Harvard Street, Waltham, MA

    This is a Steampunk “Extra Hours” Event. Join Waltham’s Temple Beth Israel to make your own Golem of Prague! Make your own “Golem” with clay, eat turn of the century Jewish foods, and hear the story that inspired Frankenstein all on our front lawn! It is recommended that you arrive no later than 6:00 p.m. […]

  • Don’t Tell Comedy—Secret stand up show

    The comedian lineup is a surprise until showtime, but expect 4-7 performers and about 70-90 minutes of comedy. Drinks available for purchase, 21+ event. Secret indoor location in Waltham (address emailed morning-of), doors open 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8:00 p.m. These shows are popular and sell out quickly, so don't wait! RSVP to be […]

    $30
  • Waltham Fields Community Farm seedling sale

    Waltham Fields Community Farm 240 Beaver St, Waltham, MA, United States

    Join us for our annual seedling sale! Vegetable, herb, and flower starts available plus edible trees and shrubs from visiting vendor Twig Daddy. Visit the event page for a full list of 2026 selections below. Farmers and knowledgeable plant people will be on hand to answer your questions. Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday, […]

  • Mother’s Day concert service

    Beth Eden Baptist Church 84 Maple Street, Waltham, MA, United States

    Enjoy the wonderful hymns of Rev. Isaac Watts, the Hymnologist, played on the pipe-organ. In concert with the history of the hymns and a special music tribute to mothers.

    Free
  • Flooding in Waltham

    Waltham Public Library 735 Main St, Waltham, MA, United States

    Bilingual event (English and Spanish). Join Brandeis professors to hear about a new study on flooding in Waltham. Why should you attend? To share feedback on a new website that […]

  • Historical Commission meeting

    Waltham Historical Commission Meeting
    Zoom

    The Waltham Historical Commission meets monthly, year-round. Meetings are typically held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. To appear before the WHC or to submit correspondence or information, contact the commission 10 business days prior to the meeting. Meetings are usually held remotely via Zoom and are open to the public. […]