Nightlife Events
Brighton Sounds 2016
Sat. Sep 10, 2016
3-7pm
Poster design by Sharon Brewster Design
Photos by Danita Jo
June 2016: Johnny Trama & The B3 Kings with Nephrok
July 2016: Willie J. Laws
September 2016: Eddie Scheer and the Love Dogs with the Band that Time Forgot

2016 Annual Gala
Fri. Nov 04, 2016
6:00–9:00PM
CHECK out Brighton and the Boston Bruins practice ice, all in one evening.
Come for the Black and Yellow Tie Gala and enjoy an evening of food, music, & drink. Taste the local flavor, as Devlin’s Restaurant serves delicious bites and libations while being entertained by the skaters on the rink during the event. Or skate on the ice with the Community Skate Night. But why choose? There's time to do both!
6-9pm : Gala tickets are $75, and includes food and cash bar. Guests are encouraged to wear black and yellow festive attire.
8-10pm: Community Skate is $10 (available at the door only).
100% of all Gala ticket sales are put directly back into the community due to the generous event sponsorship from New Balance.
Thank you to our sponsors!

2017 Annual Gala: FIRE & ICE
Fri. Oct 27, 2017
Warrior Ice Arena, 90 Guest Street, Brighton MA 02135
6-9pm
FIRE & ICE: Thanks to our sponsors and guests, we were
able to raise $23,370. View event photos here!
Enjoy a local night out, filled with good food, entertainment and friends--Brighton style. Held at Warrior Ice Arena, home of the Boston Bruins practice ice, it'll be a hot party where you can chill.
There'll be a small plate-style dinner included and a cash bar. Have fun at the Ballot Box Auction with gifts everyone can walk home with. Free parking is available in adjacent garage (3 hour max). And don't forget to wear festive attire to the party.
RSVP TODAY!
Gala Tickets: $75.00 ($25 for students and veterans)
Skate on the Ice
Get your chance to skate on the Bruin's practice ice from 8-10 pm. Everyone is welcome to Rock N' Skate, where a DJ will be spinning tunes to keep you going. A Gala ticket is not required for the Rock N' Skate. It's a casual way to give to a cause, while having fun. Order your ticket today and pay at the door. Just be sure to mention Brighton Main Streets to get your special $10 ticket price. And $5 will be donated to BMS. Skates rental are also available for $5. So bring the family or make it a date night. Come skate on the ice and support Brighton Main Streets!
Rock N' Skate Tickets: $10 ($5 donated to Brighton Main Streets)
100% of your donation will go directly into the community.
Your donations are critical, providing revitalization projects needed to make Brighton an even better place to live, dine, shop and play. Programs such as storefront improvements, free concerts in the park, and new innovative wayfinding signage are only possible with your support. Through the generosity of New Balance, the event's Premier Sponsor, your donation will power the work of our volunteer based organization.
Event Premier Sponsor:
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
As a sponsor, your partnership will make a greater impact helping to bring community programs into our neighborhood throughout the year. Programs such as Brighton Sounds concerts in the park, holiday lights along Washington Street, outdoor movies as well as business assistance, like exterior signs & free legal advice. There are 4 levels of sponsorship available, each with its own benefits. Choose the one that's right for you.
or download the sponsorship form and return it to us.
Winter Warmer
Thu. Feb 08, 2018
Devlin's (side bar)
6:30 pm
Come in out of the cold! Grab a "Bri-Tai"—our neighborhood's signature tropical drink—and a bite to eat. Meet and mingle with our staff and current volunteers as well as board and committee members.
We'll be talking about the events and programs that we are planning for Brighton in 2018, and sharing big & small ways you can get involved.
Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar will be provided.
This event is free & open to the public, but please RSVP so we can get a head count!
RSVP
Take Your Workout Outdoors on Wednesdays
Wed. Jun 06, 2018
Brighton Common
6:00 - 7:00 pm
The Boston Public Health Commission, the Boston Parks & Recreation Department, and Blue Cross Blue Shield MA are partnering to provide the Boston
Parks Summer Fitness Series - FREE fitness programming in Boston Parks this summer. The Fitness Series will activate Boston parks while increasing
opportunities for physical activity across Boston's neighborhoods. Promotional support for Brighton Common events provided by Brighton Main Streets.
Brighton Sounds: El Grupo Chevere
Thu. Jul 19, 2018
Brighton Common
6:00 pm
Join us for an evening of music in the park with Boston Latin Band of the Year El Grupo Chevere, winner of the Premios Latinos de Boston 2014. Not a salsero?
Brighton's own Star Dance School will be offering FREE lessons starting at 6:00 so you can salsa, merengue, cumbia y bachata the night away
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Brighton Sounds: Unplugged
Sat. Aug 18, 2018
The Brighton Main Streets District
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Brighton Sounds: Unplugged is a new, unique cultural experience. For one summer Saturday, local businesses will host live acoustic
music, entertaining visitors and increasing foot traffic in the business district. See you there!
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Brighton Sounds: Johnny Trama & Dub Apocalypse
Sat. Aug 18, 2018
Rain Location: the Green Briar Pub & Restaurant
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Pack your picnic basket, grab a blanket or chair, and join us at Brighton Common for some bluesy, funky reggae featuring Johnny Trama and Dub Apocalypse.
The band has appeared at many clubs and festivals throughout New England. They've won a Boston Music Award, were named "One of 10 Local Acts You Need To Hear Now" by The Improper Bostonian, and have one of the most popular and longest running weekly residencies in Boston.
Presented by Brighton Main Streets.

2018 Annual Gala: Roaring Twentieth Party
Fri. Nov 09, 2018
WGBH, 1 Guest Street, Brighton MA 02135
6-9pm
You're Invited to our Roaring Twentieth Party!
Join us in celebrating our 20th Anniversary.
It'll be a rip ROARING, raging, hootenanny, box social of a good time. Test Lady Luck at a casual blackjack or poker table (there'll be roulette and craps too if you find that the bees knees). And of course, it wouldn't be a true Prohibition party without plenty of local eats, and a sip or two of some giggle water.
Even though we're telling you where to find our speakeasy, you'll need to RSVP for the password to get in.
Gala Tickets: $75.00 (includes "funny money" for casino games, music, a small-plate style dinner, and a drink at our speakeasy)
HOW TO FIND THE PARTY.
Head up the street where the A line trolley tracks used to be. Hang a Louie and head down the old cattle path. But don't lollygag too much, you'll want to get there in time to cut a rug.
And did we mention, you can store your Model A in the parking garage next door for FREE?
HERE'S THE DEAL...
100% of your donation will go directly into the community.
Your donations are critical, providing revitalization projects needed to make Brighton an even better place to live, dine, shop, and play. Programs such as storefront improvements, free concerts in the park, and new innovative wayfinding signage are only possible with your support. Through the generosity of New Balance, the event's Premier Sponsor, your donation will power the work of our volunteer based organization.
Event Premier Sponsor
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR?
As a sponsor, your partnership will make a greater impact helping to bring community programs into our neighborhood throughout the year. Programs such as Brighton Sounds concerts in the park, holiday lights along Washington Street, outdoor movies as well as business assistance, like exterior signs & free legal advice. There are 4 levels of sponsorship available, each with its own benefits. Choose the one that's right for you.
or download the sponsorship form and return it to us.
Holiday Networking
Wed. Dec 12, 2018
Corrib Pub & Restaurant, 396 Market Street
5:00 pm
Enjoy an evening of holiday cheer, networking, and celebration with the Allston and Brighton business community. Appetizers, dessert and a cash bar will
all be available!
There is no cost to attend but we kindly ask that you bring an unwrapped toy which will be donated to help a local family this holiday season.
This event is co-sponsored by Brighton Main Streets, Allston Village Main Streets, Allston Board of Trade, and Brighton Board of Trade.
Community Celebration & Annual Meeting
Thu. Jun 13, 2019
Devlin's Patio, 332 Washington Street
6:30-8:00 pm
Help us kick off the summer as we honor our community volunteers!
Our work would not be possible without neighbors like you! Come raise a glass, celebrate the shared success of the good work happening here in your neighborhood, and find out how you can get involved. We'll be presenting awards in the following categories:
- Business of the Year, John J. Ryan Insurance Agency
- Volunteer of the Year, Andrea Kalsow
It is our great pleasure to recognize organizations and individuals who help make Brighton a great place to live, work and play.
Learn about community programs as well as business resources available right here in Brighton. But most importantly, show your B.RIGHT.ON pride!
This event is FREE! RSVP requested.
Brighton Sounds: Conscious Reggae
Thu. Jun 27, 2019
Brighton Common
6:30 pm
Pack your picnic basket, grab a blanket or chair, and join us at Brighton Common while local reggae band, Conscious Reggae, performs live. Conscious Reggae
provide beautifully performed classics that create the perfect environment to relax. Come and check them out!
Brighton Sounds Live Stream: Eddie Scheer & Willie J Laws
Sat. Jun 27, 2020
Facebook Live
7-8:30pm
Kick off your summer with Brighton Sounds Live Stream. Four Boston-based musicians who have each traveled the world on tour making music and spreading
good vibes are coming together to make a little summer music, right here in Brighton.
- Eddie Scheer, Drums
- Willie J Laws, Guitar
- Johnny Juxo, Keyboard
- Ksenia Vaslieva, Bass Guitar
Tune in on Brighton Main Streets' Facebook Page.
They'll be playing at the Corrib, but you can catch them right here filling our Facebook page with the sounds of summer. There'll be give-aways throughout the virtual happy hour in the chat. Sit back and enjoy a little music and a lot of summer.

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