The Out to Lunch series is back and bigger than ever this year, with 10 festival dates every Wednesday from June 18 through August 20. Each event takes place from 11 am to 3 pm on the Worcester Common Oval. It’s the perfect excuse to get out for your lunch break, spend time enjoying the historic Worcester Common, and explore the best of Worcester right here in the heart of the city this summer.
The Movies on the Common returns this summer. The 104-5 XLO Street Team will be there handing out samples of Polar Seltzer’s Summer flavors all night long. Movies on the Common dates are as follows:
June 12: Youth Pride Night, produced in partnership with SWAGLY and Pride Worcester – The Wizard of Oz
July 10: Christmas in July, produced in partnership with The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory – Spirited
August 14: Family Movie Night – Inside Out 2
September 11: Musical Night – Wicked
Friendly House Summer Food Drive on Thursday, July 3rd Help feed families in need this summer. Friendly House staff and volunteers will be there to collect items from 9am-3pm. Drop off your items or come on in and purchase your items that day! Unable to join? Make your gift online to support Friendly House at www.friendlyhousema.org/donate
Polar Park 4th of July Family Fest on Friday, July 4th, running from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Enjoy a variety of family activities, including inflatable blow-ups, face painters, glitter tattoo artists, balloon artists, stilt walkers, Touch a Truck on Summit Street, family photos in the dugout, and the exciting WooCages experience. At 7:00 PM, settle in for a special outdoor screening of the beloved classic, “The Sandlot” (runtime: 8:42 PM). As the sun sets at 8:27 PM, get ready for an unforgettable Firework Show launching shortly after the movie ends around 8:45 PM.
Friendly House Block Party on Friday, August 15th This FREE, fun-filled event provides local families with an end-of-summer celebration, children with needed school supplies & backpacks, haircuts and the opportunity to make memories with their siblings, parents and friends, all while being supported by a community dedicated to their success.
Email your events to our Promotions Director [email protected].
