SomerStreets Carnaval 2026
Thank You, East Somerville!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for SomerStreets: Carnaval 2026! We are grateful to our performers, vendors, volunteers, sponsors, community partners, and all who came out to celebrate.
Your support and energy made this event possible and helped showcase the incredible diversity and spirit of East Somerville.
Thank you for celebrating with us; we can't wait to see you again next year!
SomerStreets Carnaval 2026 Brings Color, Culture, and Community to East Somerville
The City of Somerville and East Somerville Main Streets invite you to join us for SomerStreets Carnaval 2026, taking place on Sunday, June 14th, from 2:00–6:00 PM along Broadway, from Pennsylvania Avenue to McGrath Highway.
(Rain date: June 14th.)
East Somerville is more than a neighborhood; it’s a vibrant mix of cultures, colors, and stories. From its murals to its restaurants, every corner reflects the energy of a community that is multicultural, multilingual, creative, hardworking, and deeply welcoming.
Carnaval is a celebration of that spirit. The event transforms Broadway into an open-air festival where community, culture, and creativity come alive.
Starting at 2:00 PM, the streets will fill with music, movement, and rhythm, kicking off with an electrifying Brazilian-style opening featuring Grooveristy and Samba Viva. The lineup continues with dynamic performances by Pedro Secco & Friends, Trio Latino, Mambiseros, and more, bringing sounds and traditions from across the globe to one stage. Join us this year for the Opening Party at 2:30 PM on the Community Stage! Expect great music, vibrant performances, and nonstop energy to kick off Carnaval the right way.
Visitors can also explore a rich selection of local flavors from some of East Somerville’s beloved restaurants, including Gauchão Brazilian Cuisine, Rei da Picanha, Rincón Mexicano, Taqueria Montecristo, Michette, and many others.
Beyond the stage and the food, Carnaval offers fun for all ages, with activities like a dunk tank, bounce houses, games, and interactive community experiences throughout the event. 16 blocks of pure joy and energy!
Come dressed in your most colorful outfit, bring your best energy, and be part of one of Somerville’s most joyful celebrations.
We ask that all event participants and attendees not engage in promotion of religious groups, political campaigning, petitioning, or signature gathering.
This program is in collaboration with the Somerville Arts Council.
CRAFT VENDORS AND SERVICES
NON PROFITS
OSPCD Mobility Division
Somerville Alliance for Safe Streets (SASS)
East Somerville Community School PTA
Mystic tenant association
City of Somerville - Constituent Services
Groundwork Somerville
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Office of Sustainability and Environment
Mutual Aid Medford and Somerville
Mothers Out Front, Somerville Chapter
Riverside Community Care
Department of Children and Families
Shalom Somerville
City of Somerville - SOIA
Somerville Fair Housing Commission
East Somerville Community School
First Parish in Malden UU
The Nawn foundation
Somerville Community Growing Center
Office of Food Access & Healthy Communities
Rec
Dunk Tank
Esh Circus
Monano Art
Fire Truck
Bouncy House
Bumba Meu Boi
Parkour Event Them
Bike Helmet Giveaway
All Court Enrichment
Somerville Youth Soccer
Villari's Martial Arts
Mudflat hands on clay
ACTIVITIES
COMMUNITY STAGE
Samba Viva 2.15-2.45
Sinha Capoeira 3:30-4:30
Next Level Fusion 5:00-6:00
PERFORMANCES
EAST STAGE
Grooversity 2.00-3.00
Pedro Secco & Friends 3:30-4:30
Trio Latino 5:00 -6:00
WEST STAGE
Mambiseros 2:30-4:00
Guajiro Son 4:30 -6:00
CARNAVAL RAFFLE
Go to our East Somerville Main Streets Table at Cutter St to participate!
our sponsors
PAST YEARS
Thank you to all our volunteers, performers, and vendors for making Carnaval so successful year after year. Check our pictures from past events!
Co-produced with the Somerville Arts Council
