Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park 2026
| Dates: | Only on 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/6, 8/11, 8/18 between 7/7/26 - 7/28/26 |
| Hours: | 6:00pm for everyone in the community! |
| Ages: | Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Music & Concerts |
🎭 Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park – Summer 2026📅 Tuesdays | July 7 – 28
📅 Thursdays | August 6 - 18
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 The Playstead, Franklin Park, Dorchester
🎟️ FREE Admission
Celebrate summer in Boston with live music, community, and culture at the Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park! This cherished tradition brings free weekly performances from talented local artists to Franklin Park every Tuesday evening.
Organized by the Franklin Park Coalition, in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, the series offers a joyful blend of soul, jazz, funk, and community spirit in a beautiful outdoor setting.
🎶 2026 Concert Lineup TBA
Tuesday, July 7 –
Tuesday, July 14 –
Tuesday, July 21 –
Tuesday, July 28 –
Thursday, August 6 -
Thursday, August 11 -
Thursday, August 18 -
More artists to be announced!
🍴 What to Bring
- Lawn chairs or a blanket
- A picnic supper (or enjoy food trucks on site)
- Friends, family, and good vibes!
💬 More Info: Visit www.franklinparkcoalition.org for weather updates and program additions.
📷 Tip: Arrive early to snag a good spot and enjoy the park before the show starts!
Organized by the Franklin Park Coalition, with support from the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, Playhouse in the Park is a beloved Franklin Park institution with free performances from local artists for all ages every Tuesday from July 9 - August 13.
Concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. Bring your lawn chair and a picnic supper or buy from food trucks. For more information, visit www.franklinparkcoalition.org.
For more information, call the franklin Park Coalition at (617) 442-4141.
Event History
From 1966–1978, Playhouse events were held every single night from July 4th through Labor Day. Musical legends like Duke Ellington, Olatunji and his drum of Africa, the Billy Taylor Trio, and Odetta, graced the Playhouse stage.
Today, the Franklin Park Coalition carries on the legacy of Miss Elma Lewis and her students by organizing the Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park. We host local R&B, reggae, and gospel artists every Tuesday night in the summer, and this year, we hope to include a Jazz Festival. More than a thousand people come out to enjoy the free concert series every week … don’t miss out on the fun!
Bring a picnic supper, your lawn chairs, and lots of friends! But please remember, there’s no smoking or alcohol use in the park, and barbecuing is not permitted. Food trucks will be on site for the evening concerts.
* If you’d like to be a Playhouse sponsor or vendor, please email [email protected]
Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park is located between the Zoo & White Stadium.
Googlemaps: Glen Lane & Circuit Drive, Roxbury 02121.
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www.franklinparkcoalition.org/featured-events/elma-lewis-playhouse-in-the-park/
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Franklin Park, Boston, MA, 02121 map
Phone: 617-442-4141
Glen Lane & Circuit Drive, Roxbury 02121
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