Somer Fest Returning To Somerville After 3-year Absence

SOMERVILLE, MA — The Somerville Arts Council and Mayor Katjana Ballantyne announced that the city’s Somer Fest is returning for the first time since 2022.

Somer Fast is a community festival that aims to celebrate and spotlight the culture and talent of entrepreneurial Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in the city.

The event’s return will take place on Saturday, Aug. 2 at Seven Hills Park at 3 p.m. Its events include a lineup of local performers such as musical artists Billie and Mada Silva.

Dos Manos Kitchen will cater food, and other activities will be present.

“Somer Fest’s return brings fresh energy to our summer and creates a meaningful and inclusive space to celebrate the artists, entrepreneurs, and communities who help make Somerville such a dynamic and inclusive place to live.”

The event is free and open to all community members.