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Patriotic Picnic in the Park
2025-04-21 11:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Patriotic Picnic in the Park – Celebrate History, Community, and Freedom under the Open Sky
REGISTRATION & MEAL ORDER FORM
Close out a momentous weekend honoring the first shot of the American Revolution with the Lex250 Patriotic Picnic in the Park on Monday, April 21, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM at Hastings Park (10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA)!
Experience the power of history, music, and community at this once-in-a-lifetime signature event. Members of the Boston Pops will perform. Rock out with the band Malin, and witness special appearances by the Lexington Minute Men, the National Lancers, and more. Don’t miss a thrilling visit from the National Lancers featuring “Paul Revere” and “William Dawes” on horseback, bringing history to life before your eyes.
⏳ Deadline to Reserve Seats & Meals: April 17, 2025
Event Timeline:
11:15 AM – 1:15 PM | 🍽️ Meal Pickup
11:45 AM | 🎼 Performance by members of the Boston Pops conducted by Keith Lockhart
12:15 PM | 🎸 Malin Rock Band
1:00 PM | 🏇 Paul Revere & William Dawes Arrive!
Attendance is FREE and open to all! You are welcome to bring your own picnic and enjoy the event.
Seating & Meal Options:
Want a reserved seat under the tent? Seats are $5 each (proceeds support the Fund for Lexington).
Want a pre-ordered meal? Choose from a variety of picnic lunch options from local restaurants.
You may:

Reserve a seat without ordering a meal.
Order a meal without reserving a seat.
Do both.
Do neither and simply come with your own picnic!
Tent seating is limited to 500 people. Purchased seats are not assigned and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

👉 Please complete this form if you’d like to reserve a seat and/or pre-order a meal.
REGISTRATION & MEAL ORDER FORM
Plus, enjoy a lively Beer Garden! Raise a glass with friends as you soak in the spirit of 1775 and the celebrations of today.
Bring your picnic gear, enjoy incredible performances, and toast to history!

Arrival of Paul Revere & William Dawes on Horseback from Boston at Hastings Park
2025-04-21 13:00 | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Every year on Patriot’s Day, the National Lancers reenact the rides of Paul Revere and William Dawes.
Paul Revere leaves on horseback from the North End, Boston and William Dawes on horseback leaves from John Elliot Square, 10 Putnam St., Roxbury, warning the people while on their way to Lexington of the pending arrival of the British Regulars. They arrive separately after Revere travels through Charlestown, Somerville, Medford and Arlington. While Dawes travels through Roxbury, Brookline, Cambridge and Arlington en route to Lexington.

Childrens' Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington
2025-04-23 10:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-26 10:00 - 13:30 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Calling all aspiring young Patriots and Redcoats! Lexington Historical Society, in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men and His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot, welcome all willing participants for an interactive reenactment of the Battle of Lexington! Participants will be trained by members of the Lexington Minute Men or His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot before getting the chance to march onto the historic Lexington Battle Green and reenact the first battle of the American Revolution. Guardians are encouraged to drop off their children for training and return to view the battle reenactment. After the battle, participants will have a chance to interact with members of both the Lexington Minute Men and His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot.
Choose from 10:00 – 11:15 AM or 12:30 – 1:45 PM.
$10 per child. Tickets will be available closer to the event date.

Lexington Tattoo
2025-05-02 18:30 | Lexington Battle Green, Lexington Battle Green, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Hear America’s Music by lantern light on the Battle Green where the Revolutionary War Began 5 Fife and Drum Corps gather and play period music at sunset. Free event on the Lexington Battle Green.

Lexington Muster
2025-05-03 12:00 | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
At 12 noon, a short parade of 30 Fife & Drum Corps steps off from the Battle Green to Hastings Park. Followed by A Free Concert of music representing different eras commences after the parade. Come for an hour or stay for a magical afternoon.

Bike Rodeo (K-8)
2025-05-10 10:00 | Lexington Children’s Place, 29 Marret Rd, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Sign your kids up for our annual Bike Rodeo to give them a healthy and fun dose of essential bike safety and handling skills! Participants first visit an array of stations including helmet fit (where we check for proper helmet fit and distribute helmets if needed), bike fit and bike maintenance (to ensure bike is well fitted to the youth and also safe to ride), students then learn some basic rules of the road and hand signals, get to decorate their bike helmets if they like, and then head out onto our bike course led by Certified Cycling Instructors. This event is FREE thanks to generous sponsorship by Friends of Lexington Bikeways and time donated by Lexington Cycle and Battle Road Bikes and many volunteers. Youth are signed up in half-hour increments by age and families can expect to spend about an hour in total at the event. All youth will leave with a swag bag of goodies and a Certificate of Completion!
Register: https://lexrecma.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30623

Breakfast on the Bikeway
2025-05-16 06:30 | MA
Join us for our Annual Breakfast on the Bikeway to celebrate National Bike to Work Day! Whether you work from home or the office or are getting to/from school or just out for a walk or ride in the area, ALL are welcome to join us! Stop by for bagels, coffee and more and visit with local organizations such as Friends of Lexington Bikeways, ACROSS Lexington, Bikeway Block Party, and more! We will also have FREE bike maintenance checks courtesy of Lexington Cycle.
13 Depot Square
Lexington, MA 02420
United States
Learn more: www.lexbikwalkbus.org

Lexington Violin School & Lexington Strings play "Sounds of the 1700s" and "Americana"
2025-05-24 11:30 - 12:00 | Lexington Center, 1780 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Come see Lexington Violin School & Lexington Strings play “Sounds of the 1700s” and “Americana” repertoire to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington. The performance will take place at the Waltham Street Stage Area, located at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Waltham Street.
The “Sounds of the 1700s” series presents music contemporary to the April 19, 1775 skirmish on the Lexington Battle Green.
The program includes:
– Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in G major for Solo Violin, Strings and Continuo, Op. 3 “L’Estro Armonico”, No. 3, RV 310
– Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major, K. 218
– Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata No. 3 in Eb major for Violin and Piano, Op. 12, No. 3
– Johann Sebastian Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major for Violin, Two Recorders, Strings and Continuo, BWV 1049
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.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with the AAPI 5K Run/Walk - A green and sustainable race!
2025-05-25 10:30 | MA
Race Location & Time:
Lexington High School (Start/Finish)
10:30 AM | Sunday, May 25, 2025
Race Website & Registration:
https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Lexington/AAPI5kRunnWalkLexington?fbclid=IwY2xjawJmmJpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHoai7ADbjeXwskVpnixf8GF4mg7MwkrQptEqXPK-DSkDVXyevZx2PSh4v4VF_aem_JaD72bTZvkcARQbw5NYx0w
Event Highlights:
In partnership with Schneider Electric, we’re minimizing environmental impact to make this a Green & Sustainable 5K.
Proudly part of the Lexington 250th Anniversary Celebrations.
Taste of AAPI – Enjoy complimentary samples of delicious AAPI cuisines after the race.
First 300 registrants receive a premium, super-light, quick-dry race T-shirt.
First 200 registrants receive a free running belt.
Special registration rates: $10 for ages 60+, $20 for kids 6 and under.
USATF-certified 5K course.
Gather your family and friends, form a team, and join us for a fun, meaningful, and healthy celebration!

Freedom in All Its Forms- A Lex250 Band Concert by MetWinds
2025-07-10 19:30 | Hastings Park, 10 Lincoln St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Join the MetWinds, Guest Conductor Meghan MacFadden, and the Town of Lexington as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The music will reflect on America’s continuing quest for freedom from the first shots of the Revolutionary War to today. Guest Narrator Frank Oglesby Jr. (the “Voice of the MBTA”) will recite the stirring text of Aaron Copland’s classic Lincoln Portrait. Other favorites include Charles Ives’ mischievous Variations On America, Kimberly Archer’s delightful medley American Labor Songs, and Gala Flagello’s swaggering fanfare Bravado. This concert is sponsored in part by grants from the Lexington Council for the Arts and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. The intended audience is anyone who enjoys performances of live concert band music, history buffs celebrating the 250 anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, or anyone interested in hearing how our various freedoms have been celebrated through music.
The rain date for this concert is Thursday, July 17, 2025 at the same time and location.

New England Tour de Cure
2025-08-17 07:00 | Lexington Labs, 10 Maguire Road, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02421, United States
The New England Tour de Cure is a fundraising cycling event that benefits the American Diabetes Association. Back in Lexington for the fourth year, the 2025 Tour will take place Sunday, Aug. 17, with a start/finish location at Lexington Labs, 10 Maguire Road, Lexington. Participants in this revolutionary Tour ride to free people from the burden of diabetes by raising funds to support the mission of the ADA that includes research, education, advocacy and community building.

The Tour features routes for everyone including families, starting at 5 miles, there are also 15-, 30-, 62- and 100-mile routes from which to choose. Riders pedal through Lexington and surrounding towns past historic sites such as the Lexington Battle Green and the Old North Bridge in Concord. Along the routes, riders will find, fully stocked rest stops, support vehicles and experienced cyclists serving as ride ambassadors to provide help and encouragement along the way.

After the ride, cyclists can enjoy lunch a the post-ride festival that also includes a beer garden, music, games, and exhibitors related to diabetes, overall health and cycling. There is a registration fee of $10 and a fundraising minimum of $250, ($50 if under 18).

Learn More: www.diabetes.org/tdcnewengland

LexSeeHer Presents: “Spinning HERstory”
2025-08-23 10:00 | Lexington Women’s Monument, 1875 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02420, United States
Celebrate 250 years of bold women, girls, and fiber arts with a day full of history, music, colonial games, crafts, food, and family fun!

Highlights of the Day:

Historic Re-enactment: Anna Harrington’s 1769 Spinning Protest

2025 Visibility Banner Honoree Ceremony

Singalong of Protest Songs (1775–2025)

Live Performance by Maya Salafia

Children’s Activities and Sheep Petting Zoo

LexSeeHer Marketplace: blanket-making, knit-in, crochet-in, demonstrations, vendors, LexSeeHer merchandise & food trucks

Children’s Activities (10–12:30)Step into the past with Colonial Games like hoop rolling, graces, jack straws, and cup-and-ball—plus corn hole with real corn! Kids can get creative making friendship bracelets, bead jewelry, cup-and-ball toys, and coloring pages. For extra fun, try life-size Scrabble and giant tic-tac-toe! And don’t miss the Sheep Petting Zoo!

Historic Re-enactment (1:00 pm)Travel back to 1769 as we re-enact the day when Anna Harrington rallied her neighbors in a dramatic spinning protest, turning women’s fiber arts into a bold act of resistance. This powerful re-enactment brings history to life and connects Lexington’s past to the present.

Visibility Banner Honoree Ceremony (following the Re-enactment)Celebrate the 2025 Visibility Banner Honorees as we shine a spotlight on inspiring women whose leadership, vision, and courage continue to shape our Lexington community today.

Food Trucks to Delight Everyone!Savor the flavors of Golden Grillz BBQ, featuring their famous creamy mac & cheese, and cool off with a sweet treat from our beloved Mo’s Ice Cream Truck. Perfect fuel for a day of history, crafts, and fun!

For more information visit: LexSeeHer.com

Lexington Center Mural Unveiling
2025-09-16 10:00 | Lexington Depot, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Please join the Town of Lexington, Lexington History Museums, and Muralist Kit Collins for an event celebrating the Lexington Center Mural on Tuesday, September 16th, from 10:00 am at the Lexington History Museum’s patio.

10:00am: Ribbon cutting10:30am: Indoor discussion with Lexington staff and Kit about the mural

To RSVP, please email economicdevelopment@lexingtonma.gov.

https://www.tourlexington.us/event/lexington-center-mural-unveiling/

Lexington Porchfest
2025-09-27 13:00 - 17:00 | MA
Lexington’s 3rd annual Porchfest is a free, day-long celebration of the musical talents in our midst. With over 90 participating musical acts, 60+ participating houses, it will be a day of musical exploration and community. The event runs from1-5p on 9/27 around town, with a special closing act from 5-6p at 735 Mass Ave. Rain date 9/28. For more information on locations and musicians, please visit lexingtonporchfest.org

30th Annual GenesisHR Battlegreen Run
2025-11-02 12:15 | Lexington High School Field House, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
This annual tradition is celebrated by the local community for both the spirit of the event and the incredible fundraising achieved by participants for local nonprofits.
We will run as a community on Sunday, November 2nd @ 12:15 PM to raise money for a number of deserving nonprofits. Choose from a 5K walk, 2k walk, 5K run or (almost)10K run….OK it’s only 9.857k…we just want to start and end in the same place. If you prefer to maintain social distancing or just can’t make it to Lexington on race day you can participate virtually.
Last year, more than $160,000 was awarded, which was a record for us. This year, given that it is our 30th annual event, we expect a much larger crowd. Volunteers are critically important for our event to run smoothly!
Learn more: www.battlegreenrunfoundation.org

Lexington Legacy 5K Race/Walk
2025-11-29 09:00 | Lincoln Park, 100 Lincoln St, Lexington, Massachusetts, 02420, United States
The Lexington Legacy 5k run/walk will be held this year on Small Business Saturday, November 29th at 9am. In 2008, the Lexington High School Cross Country / Track & Field program hosted its first annual “Alumni Race” on the same, nearly all-road course the team has called home since 1970. Over the last 17 years, with the support of athletes, coaches, and parent volunteers our tradition has grown into an event that allows us to share the sport we love with the larger community. All proceeds will go to support the LHS Cross Country / Track & Field team.

Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Lexington/LexingtonLegacy5k

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

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.

Inspirational Gardens of Lexington
2026-06-13 10:00 | 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/
