ARLINGTON — The Arlington250 Committee and Arlington Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Arlington and Leader Bank, present several events and initiatives taking place in Town as part of the Arlington250 celebrations.
Arlington250 is a multi-year commemoration, recognition and celebration of the Town’s history from its colonial beginnings as the village of Menotomy to the present day.
Residents and visitors can join in on the celebrations through a variety of events and initiatives:
Menotomy Beer Hall
On Saturday, April 19, from 12-5:30 p.m., relax with craft brews, local cuisine, live music and community cheer at Menotomy Beer Hall, located at Town Hall, 730 Massachusetts Avenue.
Arlington Brewing Company will be serving up two special beers brewed for this celebration to honor those who served in Arlington on the first day of the American Revolution. “Menotomator,” a double bock, is a rich, bold, dark lager brewed to celebrate the brave souls who answered the call of liberty on the first day of the American Revolution. “Whittemore” is an Anti-Imperialism strong stout named after Samuel Whittemore, who was shot, bayoneted and left for dead on the first day of the American Revolution, only to recover and live another 18 years in a free country. To view what beers will be available, click here.
Menotomy Tavern will serve up a sampling of fare from their Arlington establishment.
Tours of the Jason Russell House
Take a tour of the Jason Russell House, 7 Jason St., on Saturday, April 19 and Monday, April 21, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Tours include information about Jason Russell and his family, who continued to live in the house he built until the 1890s. Learn about its history and its role in the momentous events of April 19, 1775, when the retreating British Regulars clashed with local minutemen in the Battle of Menotomy. Jason Russell House was the scene of some of the deadliest fighting of the day.
Arlington Restaurant Week
Arlington’s diverse cuisine, representing all corners of the world, will be on display during Arlington Restaurant Week. Running from Sunday, April 12, through Monday, April 21, Arlington Restaurant Week will encompass Patriots’ Day Weekend 2025 and will celebrate 250 years since the Battle of Menotomy, which took place at the beginning of the American Revolution. Participating restaurants will feature culinary specials and entertainment.
For more information, visit arlingtonrestaurantweek.com.
Major Reenactment of the Historic Battle of Menotomy
At 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 20, the Town of Arlington will be joined by the Menotomy Minuteman and participants from many historical reenactment groups to reenact the Battle of Menotomy.
Beginning at Massachusetts Avenue and Grove Street in Arlington, this ‘running’ battle will stretch nearly one mile down Massachusetts Avenue, ending at Mystic Street. Spectators will watch several significant battle engagements. Spectators are only allowed to watch on the northern side of Massachusetts Avenue.
Patriots’ Day Celebration at the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum
A Patriots’ Day (April 21) celebration will occur at the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum, 611 Massachusetts Avenue, starting at 10 a.m.
This free, family-friendly program will allow attendees to experience Paul Revere-inspired poems, Arlington’s revolutionary history and Cyrus Dallin’s 57-year monument battle, brought to life by Arlington locals.
Various organizations and businesses throughout Arlington will be hosting their own unique exhibits, events, and activities throughout 2025 and 2026. Visit the event calendar at visitarlingtonma.org for a complete list.
Reenactment of the Ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes
As part of the Reenactment of the Historic Battle of Menotomy, attendees can witness another important moment in the Town’s history: the Reenactment of the Ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes on horseback from Boston.
This special reenactment will take place from 11-11:30 a.m. on April 21 at Arlington Town Hall, 730 Massachusetts Avenue.
Due to extremely limited parking and multiple road closures, it is strongly encouraged that attendees of Arlington250 events use public transportation. For more information about what transportation services are available, click here. Any updates regarding transportation will be posted on arlington250.org.
