BPF Will Return in 2027

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Day of Portugal at Boston’s City Hall will return in 2027

The Boston Portuguese Festival (BPF) is pleased to announce a special fundraising event, the “Fado & Wine Tasting Celebration,” taking place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Multicultural Arts Center, 41 Second Street, Cambridge, MA.

This intimate cultural event comes as the Festival pauses its annual large-scale celebration in 2026 due to the City of Boston hosting FIFA World Cup Fan Zone programming at City Hall Plaza during the months of June and July. While the community will not gather at the Plaza this year, the organization remains focused on maintaining its mission and preparing for a strong return in June 2027.

The Fado & Wine Tasting Celebration will feature a curated selection of Portuguese wines from various regions, generously provided by MS Walker, along with appetizers donated by local businesses. Guests will enjoy a live

performance of traditional Fado music by Sónia Bettencourt, accompanied by her guitarists, offering an authentic and immersive cultural experience.

Held as part of the broader Day of Portugal celebrations, this event serves as both a cultural gathering and a key fundraising initiative to support the future of the Boston Portuguese Festival.

Paulo Pinto, Board Director of BPF, shared: “Even in a year without the main festival, it is important that we continue to bring people together. Events like this allow us to maintain our presence in the community and keep the spirit of Portuguese

culture alive as we prepare for our return to Boston in 2027.”

The Boston Portuguese Festival invites community members, sponsors, and supporters to attend and contribute to this meaningful initiative. Sponsorship opportunities are available, and all proceeds will directly support future programming and the return of the Festival.

Daniel Melo, BPF Board President

Fado Event Tickets

Fado Wine Tasting Celebration

|How to get there|

📍 Location

Multicultural Arts Center
41 Second Street, Cambridge, MA

🚆 Getting There by Train (MBTA)

Recommended: Take the Green Line to Lechmere Station

Exit the station and walk ~5 minutes
Turn left, then left onto Second Street
The venue will be on your right

Alternative routes:

Red Line (Kendall/MIT): ~15–20 minute walk
Orange Line (Community College): ~15 minute walk across the bridge
Several bus routes (69, 80, 87, 88) also stop at Lechmere

👉 Taking public transportation is the easiest and most convenient option.

🚗 Parking

Parking in the area is limited, so we recommend using nearby garages:

East Cambridge Parking Garage (very close, 1 block away)
First Street Garage (short walk)
Additional garages available near Kendall Square

Street parking:

Limited metered spots available
Residential parking is permit-only

👍 Pro Tip

To avoid parking stress, we strongly recommend taking the Green Line to Lechmere for a quick and easy walk to the venue.

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What to expect on the Boston Portuguese Festival

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The festival is known for showcasing the best of local and internationally-renowned Portuguese cuisine and entertainment, as well as participation by local Portuguese-American social and cultural organizations. This is a great opportunity to win some prizes at many raffle stands.

Entertainment

This year's program will include a diversity of performances on the Main Stage. From fado to Portuguese folk music, including many well-known performers from Portugal and from the local community. They will keep you dancing until the end of the day.

Gastronomy

Portuguese gastronomy is one of the highlights of our festival with the presence of many local restaurants. At the food tents (tasquinhas) you can try a traditional bifana or a pastel de nata and many other traditional portuguese dishes. Not forgetting the wine & beer garden.