The deadline to apply for a PorchFest 2026 block party has passed.
To ensure PorchFest 2026 is safe and enjoyable for everyone, there will be no exceptions to this deadline under any circumstances.
2026 Approved Block Parties
Stay informed and plan your day, Check out the approved block parties.
West Zone Block Parties 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
| Location | Street Closure Begins | Street Closure Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel Street | College Avenue | Chandler Street |
| Elston Street | Elm Street | Summer Street |
| Harrison Road | Elmwood Street | Dead End |
| Leonard Street | Walker Street | Broadway |
| Simpson Avenue | Broadway | Holland Street |
Central Zone Block Parties 1:30 to 4:30 pm
| Location | Street Closure Begins | Street Closure Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Albion Street | Lowell Street | Albion court |
| Banks Street | Summer Street | Elm Street |
| Craigie Street | Summer Street | Silvey Place |
| Craigie Street | Silvey Place | Kimball Street |
| Glenwood Road | Medford Street | Broadway |
| Harrison Street | Ivaloo Street | Kent Street |
| Highland Road | Morrison Avenue | Kidder Avenue |
| Highland Road | Morrison Avenue | Dead End |
| Holyoke Road | Elm Street | Elm Street |
| Murdock Street | Cedar Street | Clyde Street |
| Rogers Avenue | Broadway | Kidder Avenue |
| Wade Court | Cedar Street | Dead End |
| Windsor Road | Hancock Street | Willow Avenue |
East Zone Block Parties 3:30 to 6:30 pm
| Location | Street Closure Begins | Street Closure Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Avon Street | Central Street | School Street |
| Munroe Street | Walnut Street | Prospect Hill Avenue |
| Oak Street | Houghton Street | Bolton Street |
How to Apply for a Block Party
Residents interested in organizing a block party during PorchFest must apply through the City Clerk’s block party permit process. Submitting an application does not guarantee your block party will be approved.
Block parties must follow PorchFest performance time windows and allow additional time for setup and breakdown.
Example:
If your block party takes place in East Somerville:
Setup begins at 3:30 PM
Event runs from 4:00–6:00 PM
Breakdown must conclude by 6:30 PM
Block parties are only permitted on streets where traffic closures will not significantly impact major roadways.