Melrose's Summer Block Party Hits Downtown This Week

MELROSE, MA — Melrose's Summer Block Party will take Downtown by storm.

Join Mayor Paul Brodeur in starting the summer off right at the upcoming Mayor's Summer Block Party happening in Downtown Melrose this Friday, June 17.

Coinciding with the last day of school for Melrose Public Schools, the family-friendly party will run from 6 – 9:00 p.m.

To create a welcoming community environment, Main Street and Essex Street will be closed to vehicles during the Block Party. Mayor Brodeur encourages you to walk or bike to the event.

"The Block Party provides the community with a great opportunity to come out to support Melrose businesses, gather with family, friends, and neighbors, and above all have fun," said Mayor Brodeur. "I'm thankful for Lauren Grymek, the City's Director of Economic Development, for putting this night of events together and I'm particularly looking forward to hosting local musicians and artists."

During the Block Party, many Downtown Melrose businesses are offering extended hours and services, sales and specials, or unique activities for residents to learn more about them. Come out to patronize businesses both familiar and new to you.

The City of Melrose will host free, live musical entertainment along Essex Street in front of City Hall to showcase a variety of local talent. Friday's lineup includes music by Jesse DeLaurier, ThePaul Rutley Experiment, Sam Chetkin and The Emersons. On Lower Main Street, DJ Frixx will play music for all to enjoy.

The City will also host several Melrose artists along Main Street who will demonstrate their work to the public, some of which will even be interactive.

For general questions about the event, please contact the Mayor's Office at 781-979-4440.