Framingham Fest To Be A 'Milestone' Celebration For City's 325th Festivities

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The city has announced what it's calling a "milestone" event for the ongoing 325th anniversary celebrations.

Framingham Fest will take place on Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Framingham Centre Common. A rain date is scheduled for Oct. 5 from 1 to 5 p.m.

"Framingham Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration designed to showcase everything that makes Framingham special, featuring local organizations, businesses, performers, food, and fun," officials said.

Framingham officially turned 325 on June 25, 2025.

Framingham Fest is being organized by a dedicated subcommittee of the 325th Celebration Committee, co-chaired by Framingham residents Eileen Davis and Courtney Suncar, who are working with a subcommittee of volunteers to put on the community event.

“Framingham Fest is a day to come together and celebrate the rich culture, history, and diversity that define our city,” said Anna Tucker, Co-Chair of the Framingham 325th Celebration Committee and Executive Director of the Framingham History Center, in a news release. “We want to highlight the people and organizations that make Framingham a vibrant and welcoming place to live, work, and play.”

Framingham is now accepting applications from nonprofits, government agencies, performers, food vendors and local businesses who want to take part in the event.

Learn more about the application process and how to participate here.