Free Weekly Live Music & Beer Garden Series Runs May 16 – September 26
PRESS RELEASE / April 28, 2026 (Arlington, MA) – Arlington Brewing Company is bringing back its popular Summer Concert Series & Beer Garden at the Jason Russell House for a third consecutive year. Running every Saturday from May 16 through September 26, 2026, the free outdoor series invites the community to enjoy live music, local beer, and rotating food trucks from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
“We’re excited to bring the community back together for another summer at the Jason Russell House,” said Founder & Head Brewer Tom Allen. “This series is all about great music, outstanding local beer, and neighbors coming together in a way that’s welcoming, fun, and rooted in one of Arlington’s most iconic places.”
Live Music All Summer Long
The series will feature a mix of local favorites and nationally recognized artists each week. Performers include Will Dailey, a two-time Billboard charting artist and eight-time Boston Music Award winner; Kingsley Flood, who has performed on the main stage at the Newport Folk Festival and was named “Boston’s Best Live Band” by the Boston Herald; and Abbie Callahan, an emerging Nashville artist with over 115K monthly Spotify listeners.
Designed to spotlight both homegrown talent and touring acts, the series offers a relaxed, welcoming outdoor experience for all ages – free of charge.
Rotating Food Trucks & Beer Garden
Guests can enjoy a rotating lineup of popular food trucks, including Chicken and Rice Guys, L’Qchara, Dukes GF, Redwood Bakery, Atrevete a Probar, and more, with new options featured throughout the season.
Arlington Brewing Company will serve a variety of seasonal craft beers and locally brewed hard seltzers, alongside house-made lemonade and other ice-cold non-alcoholic options. A returning favorite is the signature shandy, made with draft beer and fresh lemonade.
Specially featured on tap this year will be Arlington Brewing’s award winning “Trafford Ale,” which won a gold medal in the English Mild or Bitter category at the World Beer Cup this April (2026).
Free Admission – All Are Welcome
Admission is free and open to the public, and a portion of the proceeds help to support the Arlington Historical Society. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an afternoon of music, food, and drinks in a relaxed outdoor setting. The series has become a staple of the Arlington community, offering a consistent, welcoming space for people of all ages to gather and connect.
Presenting Sponsor: McDonald Contracting
The 2026 Summer Concert Series is made possible in part by presenting sponsor: McDonald Contracting.
Other supporting sponsors include: Kristen McKenna at Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristin Chalmers Photography, Reisen Design Associates, Arlington Center for the Arts and Arlington Brewing Company. These sponsors keep this community event free and accessible to the public.
Event Details
What: Jason Russell House Concert Series & Beer Garden
When: Saturdays, May 16 – September 26, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: 7 Jason Street, Arlington, MA, 02476
Admission: Free
Presenting Sponsor: McDonald Contracting | Other supporting sponsors: Kristen McKennaat Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristin Chalmers Photography, Reisen DesignAssociates, and Arlington Center for the Arts.
About Arlington Brewing Company
Arlington Brewing Company is a craft brewery dedicated to producing high-quality, approachable beers with a focus on flavor, balance, and consistency. Based in Arlington, Massachusetts, we believe a great community deserves great beer– and that belief drives everything from recipe development to the guest experience.
We’re currently building our taproom and restaurant in Arlington, a dream we’ve held since day one. In the meantime, we’ve spent the last three years showing up for our community– hosting hundreds of local events across greater Boston, pouring great beer, and building something real without a permanent home to call our own.
By centering every experience around incredible craft beer, delicious local food, and authentic human connection, we’ve continued to grow– drawing diverse crowds from all over Massachusetts and beyond. Our portfolio blends traditional brewing techniques with modern innovation, spanning hop-forward IPAs, crisp lagers, and rotating seasonal specialties.
Deeply rooted in Arlington’s vibrant community and music scene, we partner with local businesses and musicians to create experiences worth remembering– while never stopping the work of refining our craft. Every pint poured reflects a commitment to quality ingredients, thoughtful brewing, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere.
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