Question 1

Is parking available?

Accepted Answer

Limited on street parking is available on the streets surrounding the Eliot School. There is a City of Boston Municipal Lot off of Burroughs Street, behind a number of shops along Centre Street.

Question 2

Is the space accessible for people of differing abilities?

Accepted Answer

The Eliot Schoolyard has two main paved pathways that are level with the sidewalk and there is limited handicap parking along Eliot Street. The schoolyard itself has grass and trees.

Question 3

Is this a kid friendly event?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!

Question 4

Are dogs or other animals allowed?

Accepted Answer

Due to space limitations and to ensure the comfort and safety of ALL concert attendees, we ask that you leave your animal family members at home. Service dogs are permitted.

Question 5

Is the event really free?

Accepted Answer

YES! However, we suggest donations of $20 to thank and honor our performers, curators, and sound technician for their gifts of talent and time to the community.

Question 6

Are there rain dates?

Accepted Answer

Not at this time. If anything changes we will update this page and the individual concert pages.

Question 7

Will there be food and drink available?

Accepted Answer

We are excited to welcome The Hive this year who will be running a beer garden. We are working on securing food trucks for the event. And certain dates will feature free ice cream generously donated by FoMu or JP Licks. Check the full concert schedule for details.

Eliot Schoolyard Summer Concerts: James Dargan, Familiar Songs