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Holiday POPS!
2025-12-05 19:30 (America/New_York) | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
Featuring Lexington Children’s Chorus under the auspices of Lexington Music School, New World Chorale and special guest, Santa Claus!

Our signature holiday event!

Every year, our Holiday POPS! concerts explore a different facet of this most wonderful time of the year. Celebrate the magic of the holidays with us!

Get tickets: https://www.lexingtonsymphony.org/20252026-season

Holiday POPS! Sunday Matinee
2025-12-07 15:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States

CAAL Lunar New Year Gala 2026
2026-02-07 19:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
CAAL (The Chinese American Association of Lexington) warmly invites the community to celebrate the Lunar New Year Gala 2026, honoring the Year of the Horse, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Cary Hall in Lexington.

Taking place during the milestone celebrations of Lexington’s 250th anniversary (Lex250) and the 250th anniversary of the United States, this special evening will be a festive reunion featuring vibrant cultural performances, music, dance, and storytelling that honor Chinese traditions while celebrating the rich diversity and cross-cultural harmony that define Lexington and the American story.

Get tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/caal-2026-lunar-new-year-gala

CALex 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration
2026-02-28 16:00 | Lexington High School Field House, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with CALex! Join us at Lexington High School on Saturday Feb 28th, 2026, for a vibrant evening featuring spectacular cultural performances, a delicious dinner, and fun activities for all ages. Gather your family and friends to ring in the new year with joy and community spirit!

Get tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/calex-2026-lunar-new-year-celebration

Lexington Lantern Festival
2026-03-01 13:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
As winter begins to soften and the promise of spring draws near, the Lexington Lantern Festival invites the community to gather on March 1 for an evening shaped by light, hope, and shared experience. Hosted at Cary Hall, the festival is a celebration of tradition, creativity, and togetherness.

From 1:00 to 4:00 PM, Cary Hall comes alive with interactive booths, hands-on activities, and moments for reflection as visitors write wishes and create lantern-inspired keepsakes. Beginning at 4:00 PM, cultural performances and music fill the space, sharing stories through movement, sound, and tradition until 6:00 PM.

As dusk settles, the celebration flows beyond the hall. From 6:00 to 7:00 PM, participants are invited to join a lantern parade from Cary Hall to the Visitors Center, carrying light, hopes, and collective spirit into the evening. The journey concludes with a shared moment of illumination at the Visitors Center, where the glow of lanterns reflects the community’s wishes for the future.

The Lexington Lantern Festival is more than an event—it is a pause, a gathering, and a shared step forward, lighting the way together.

Get Tickets: https://forms.gle/WhpiXVuL5D8xzuTZ6

Shadaj Music Festival
2026-03-28 10:00
Shadaj: Continuing the Tradition of Excellence

After celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025 with a grand event, Shadaj is gearing up for the next All day Indian Classical Music Festival on March 28, 2026 in the town of Lexington, MA.

The 2026 festival is poised to deliver an unparalleled experience, maintaining Shadaj’s tradition of meticulous planning and flawless execution. It boasts a stellar lineup of Indian classical music masters. Stalwarts such as the celebrated Padmashri Dr. Ashwini Bhide Deshpande, the esteemed Padmabhushan Pandit Ajay Chakraborty, and the Grammy Award winner Rakesh Chaurasia will grace the stage. In keeping with Shadaj’s long-standing commitment to the future of Indian music, the festival will also feature promising young talent. Following a history of championing artists before they became household names, Shadaj is proud to introduce the rising Sarod star, Prateek Shrivastav, to the US audience.

The festival will run all day on March 28, 2026 from 10 AM till 10 PM. For the audience’s convenience, food vendors will be on-site throughout the day, offering a variety of delicious Indian cuisine during designated meal breaks.

Shadaj’s journey has been one of enriching lives and fostering a sense of belonging. Shadaj is a premier non-profit organization promoting Indian classical music in the Greater Boston area. Shadaj doesn’t just put on concerts; they craft experiences. From hand-picking world-class artists to curating the perfect performance space, Shadaj ensures every concert is a memorable event. Such attention to the needs of artists and audiences sets Shadaj concerts apart.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event. Secure your tickets early. For more information about the Shadaj Festival of Music 2026, including ticket details and a complete schedule of events, please visit the Shadaj website.

Event DetailsDate: Saturday, March 28, 2026Venue: Lexington High School, Lexington, MATickets: www.shadaj.org

An Evening with Shakespeare
2026-04-25 19:30 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
Mendelssohn (McPhee arr.) | A Midsummer Night’s Dream —with Lexington Children’s Chorus

Our season finale features the Lexington Children’s Chorus performing in Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This composition is adapted and arranged by Maestro McPhee and expands Mendelssohn’s incidental music into a full evening that explores Shakespeare’s comedic wit and warmly human story where the real and fairy worlds collide.

Get tickets: https://www.lexingtonsymphony.org/20252026-season

Annual Lexington Muster
2026-05-02 12:00 | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
The William Diamond Junior Fife and Drum Corps (WDJ) is hosting its Annual Lexington Muster and Parade on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This is a free all-day, colonial music concert, open to the public at Hastings Park, Lexington. This year, WDJ is celebrating our 25th Anniversary. Please make a plan to come and celebrate the sights and sounds of American History. For more information visit williamdiamondjrs.org.

Lexington Violin School & Lexington Strings play “Sounds of the 1700s” and “Americana”
2026-05-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Lexington Center, 1775 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02420-3801
Come see Lexington Violin School & Lexington Strings play “Sounds of the 1700s” and “Americana” repertoire to celebrate the 250th anniversaries of the Battle of Lexington and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We will be performing in front of 1775 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington Center.

The “Sounds of the 1700s” series presents music contemporary to these historic events. The program includes:

Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in G major for Solo Violin, Strings and Continuo, Op. 3 “L’Estro Armonico”, No. 3, RV 310 (1711)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218 (1775)

Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata No. 3 in Eb major for Violin and Piano, Op. 12, No. 3 (1797-1798)

Johann Sebastian Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major for Violin, Two Recorders, Strings and Continuo, BWV 1049 (1721)

Johann Sebastian Bach: Concerto in d minor for Two Violins, Strings and Continuo, BWV 1043 (c.1730), featuring Lexington High School student Maksym Zheludkov on Solo Violin 2. Maksym is currently receiving his training on the violin at Lexington Violin School.

Several “Americana” pieces will also be performed. Repertoire includes:

Aaron Copland: “Hoe-Down” from his ballet Rodeo

Aaron Copland: Fanfare for the Common Man (arranged by Letitia Hom)

Battle Hymn of the Republic, with sing-along (arranged by Letitia Hom)

Based in Lexington, Massachusetts since 1984, Lexington Violin School & Lexington Strings are musicians Vida Baterina Hom, Letitia Hom, Yukiko Ueno Egozy and Michael Valdez.

Details:

Date: May 23, 2026Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Event Categories: Children, Community Engagement, Family Friendly, Free, Music, Outside

Venue:

Inspirational Gardens of Lexington
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Church of Our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Event attendees will visit a large number of gardens in Lexington maintained by Lexington homeowners. These gardens will be an inspiration for current and prospective gardeners. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about native plants, perennials, annuals, garden ornaments and garden design.

Ticket pick up will be held at the Church of Our Redeemer. Get tickets: https://lexgarden.org/

70th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival
2026-07-01 18:00 - 2026-07-05 18:00 | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
The 70th Annual Lexington Lions Club Carnival and Fireworks Show will be held at Hastings Park in Lexington from Wednesday, July 1st, through Sunday, July 5th!

Carnival Times:Wednesday, July 1, 2026Special Needs Students: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PMCarnival: 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Thursday, July 2, 2026Carnival: 6:00 PM to 11:00 PMFireworks: 9:30 PM to 10:00 PM

Friday, July 3, 2026Carnival: 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Saturday, July 4, 2026Free Olde Fashioned Youth Games: 10:00 AM to Noon, Softball FieldCarnival: 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Sunday, July 5, 2026Carnival: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Fireworks will be held on Thursday, July 2nd at 9:30pm. Viewing from Hasting Park.

The Carnival is one of Lexington’s great summer traditions, with rides, games, food, family fun, fireworks, and the Free Olde Fashioned Youth Games. It is also one of the Lexington Lions Club’s signature annual fundraisers, supporting local charitable causes and community service projects throughout the year.
