Mayfair: Harvard Square

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Hours:	Hours Vary see below
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Indoor, Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Fairs & Festivals

The 39th Annual MayFair hits the streets of Harvard Square on May 5th from 11am–6pm (rain date, Sunday, May 19th).

Experience food inspired by cultures from all over the world, unique one-of-a-kind gifts and crafts, al fresco beer gardens, music, entertainment and dance! MayFair is the region’s premiere family-friendly celebration of spring.

Harvard Square is the place to experience some of the best musicians, dancers and artists in New England. Our lineup this year includes an eclectic array of musical genres including folk, americana, hip hop, funk, rock and roll and blues.

*To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Mariachi Boston, one of the most sought-after ensembles in the area, will perform on the main stage at 12:00pm.*

The festival is delighted to welcome reggae-rock stars, Roots of Creation to the MayFair Main Stage at 4pm. View Event Schedule

Within and beyond the festival grounds, Harvard Square’s favorite restaurants have taken to the streets with outdoor dining patios. Deliciousness awaits you, from casual to high-end and everything in between!

The party takes place on six streets in the heart of Harvard Square - including JFK Street, Brattle Street, Mass. Ave., Church Street and Eliot Triangle.

Mayfair is the ultimate taste of event offering international cuisine, festival favorites, and food sampling galore.

Rain Date is May 19

HOURS

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11:00am - 6:00pm
(Rain date: Sunday, May 19, 2024)

WEBSITE

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www.harvardsquare.com/

LOCATION

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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA map

We suggest taking the RED LINE MBTA to Harvard Station

Traffic Detours will be in effect for MayFair. Closed between 6am-9pm are: Mass. Ave. southbound from Garden Street.; JFK Street from Mt. Auburn Street.; Brattle Street to Story. Church Street is closed.