Lynn Arts & Culture Festival
When:
Saturday, Aug 08, 2026 12:00p -
4:00p
Saturday, Aug 08, 2026 12:00p -
4:00p
Where:
Downtown Lynn
25 Exchange Street
Lynn, MA 01901
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
Art, Festivals & Fairs, Kid Friendly, Photoworthy
Hop on the Lynn MBTA Ferry at Long Wharf for a scenic ride to Lynn Arts & Culture Festival!
This annual festival from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM is an action-packed afternoon of art, music, food, and culture.
✨ Festival Highlights
- Live Music & Main Stage Performances: Kick things off with a live DJ set from 12–2 PM at Frederick Douglass Park, followed by a showcase featuring live dancers, singers, spoken word artists, hip-hop acts, and more!
- Mural & Open Studio Tours: Catch a free mural tour with Beyond Walls, tour 20–30 vibrant pieces of street art, then check out the Lynn Arts Building Open Studios, or drop into the RAW Arts for an interactive art experience.
- Interactive Fun: Strike a pose at the 360 Fiesta Photo Booth, unwind with a live outdoor Sound Bath by Soul City Yoga, play chess and lawn games, or join the party at Lynn's hilltop observatory, High Rock Tower.
- Artisan Market & Vintage Finds: Browse handcrafted goods, original art, and local fashion at the Central Square Artisan Vendor Fair or hunt for unique vintage treasures at the Lynn Vintage Warehouse.
- Free Admission & Family Perks: Enjoy free admission to the Lynn Museum (with free family portraits, snacks, and art activities!).
💡 Pro-Tips for Visitors
- $5 Festival Bucks: The first 120 attendees to check in score $5 in Festival Bucks to spend at the fest!
- Getting Around: A free hop-on, hop-off trolley loops through key festival stops, making it effortless to explore every corner.
- Local Eats: Take advantage of Lynn’s incredible, walkable downtown food scene and grab lunch or a drink at nearby local restaurants and tasting rooms!
📍 Event Details at a Glance
- When: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Main Hub: Frederick Douglass Park (25 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA)
🚗 Parking: Free event parking available from 12–4 PM at North Shore Community College (776 Washington St).
🚂 Train : Lynn is just two stops / 20 minutes from North Station on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Take advantage of Free Friday all summer or the MBTA’s $10 Weekend Pass for unlimited weekend rides
⛴️ Ferry: The Lynn Ferry departs from Boston’s Long Wharf, located by the Aquarium. The journey offers scenic views of the Harbor Islands.
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