The Little Swap Social
Clothing & Plants SWAP!
Meet your local sustainable communities :)
June 15th Noon - 3pm
Talk by BEYOND PLASTICS Speaker, Dr. Bridget Lee Music by Jacaranda Dreamin
Dungeons & DragNuns
June 25th 7pm - 1030pm
We're gonna hang out and watch some incredible drag performers play a live session of "Thirsty Sword Lesbians," a role-playing game about angsty disaster lesbians with swords!
Proceeds from this event will go to benefit the Theater Offensive.
This is an alcohol-free event.
Mermaid Unicorn Mountain
MErmaid Unicorn Mountain
June 28th (doors 1030am) 11am - Noon
Mermaid Unicorn Mountain is a band crafting fun songs for dark times. Including but not limited to the music-sounds of Marty Allen (of Uncle Monsterface) and Joe Jakubowski (of OK Glass) with puppetry by Leigh Walter (of all sorts of great things).
Listen up and get down!
SoFar Sounds
So far Sounds
June 13th 730pm doors, Show 8pm - 10pm
Bop along to tunes from local musicians and explore all that Bow has to offer from delicious bites to vinyl and vintage clothing.
Stories in Bloom
Join us for a night where stories come alive, voices are uplifted, and imagination blossoms. Stories in Bloom is a vibrant fundraiser celebrating the art of storytelling in all its expressive forms—with every ticket supporting the Ink & Impact Fellowship, a transformative program for emerging writers exploring gender, sexuality, and marginalized identities.
Whether you're a lover of literature, a supporter of queer creativity, or simply seeking a magical night out, this evening promises joy, connection, and inspiration. Featured performers in poetry and performance will be announced soon.
Jewelry Making with Girlfriends Boston
Jewelry Making
Sunday June 8th
Noon - 430pm
Come make jewelry and some new friends under our canopy of green!
Somerville Art Fair
Starting in June, four one-night Studio Showcases will run at Upstairs at Bow Market, where you can explore, ask questions, and connect with local artists.
Learn more at sanidaddesign.com
Mingle Mayhem!
Mingle Mayhem
June 4th 7pm - 9pm
Our biggest singles mixer of the year is landing at Bow Market, and you won’t want to miss this one.
We’re filling Upstairs with a hundred cuties, flirty games, and low-pressure ways to spark a connection. Themed cocktails will be flowing from Nook, and our matchmaker-designed activities will help you roam, chat, and make the most of the night—whether you're bold, shy, or somewhere in between.
Y2K Day Party
Y2K Day Party
June 1st Noon - 8pm
✨ Like, OMG, Upstairs at Bow is giving Y2K realness
✨ Peep the deets via the link
Catch ya there, hottie ✌️💖
Candlelight Yoga Flow
All levels yoga class under the greenery and disco ball in Upstairs at Bow. Surrounded by candlelight this class will move slow and build strength through holding poses. Class will end with an extended shavasana.
This class is set to modern music mostly r&b. The music will be uncensored.
Must bring your own yoga mat.
Kulture Lounge
All the throwback Hip-Hop, R&B, and Dancehall jams. Vibes brought to you by DJ Motivate Merren
Bring your energy, your style, and your crew! This is the ultimate grown folks'vibe.
Disco Yoga
All levels yoga class under the disco ball set to disco.
Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, Donna Summer and more.
Proceeds to LUCE Immigrant Justice
Playtime with Joy
Playtime with Joy
May 24th 10am - 1pm
Join child expert Joy Harper for a morning of games, socializing, and a craft. Best for little ones from 6mo to 5yrs.
Bazongas, a half a Mind Comedy Production
Half a Mind Comedy presents BAZONGAS! - an evening of standup comedy at Upstairs at Bow in Somerville, MA, featuring jokes about boobs and more by people who have, have had, or wish to have boobs.
Open House
Upstairs at Bow Open House
May 14th 530pm - 830pm
Looking to plan an event this Spring? Why not choose Upstairs!
Come meet with AGM Tina and learn about all of the wonderful things we have to offer for YOUR special day.
Bunny Snuggles
Bunny Snuggles!
May 9th 3pm - 7pm
For a $30 donation, you’ll get 20 minutes of pure baby bunny bliss, snuggling our adorable 7-week-old kits—tiny, fluffy BUNdles of joy! After your snuggle session, you’re welcome to visit and cuddle with our adoptable bunnies—who would love to meet you, too!
All proceeds go directly to House Rabbit Network
Indie RPG Night
Indie Role Playing Game
May 7th 630pm - 10:30pm
Join us for an evening of tabletop RPGs and hanging out with fellow nerds! We have an exciting roster of facilitated indie games, so snag a ticket for your adventure of choice, or just come hang with other folks in the biz.
Make your own Margarita!
Make your own Margarita!
May 4th 7pm
Get your creative juices flowing with the help of our “Make your Own” Margarita Bar.
This is a 21+ event
Breathwork with source method
Source Method® aims to integrate breathwork into diverse industries and spaces, fostering a more connected, healed, and happy world.
We’re for wellness enthusiasts, dreamers, high achievers, athletes, and those on a quest to step into their power in life and ALL aspects of it.
Celebrate Easter
Celebrate Easter!
April 20th Noon - 3pm
A fun-filled afternoon featuring:
Snuggling with Rabbits!
Making “Best Bunny” Bracelets
Adult Crafts w/Tiny Turns
Kids Crafts w/Joy Harper
Food & Drink Specials
Full schedule soon
Kulture Lounge
Kulture Lounge
April 19th 5pm - 10pm
For the 30+ crowd that loves nostalgia - think 90s & 2000s Hip Hop and R&B. Good vibes, GRWN energy, and your favorite throwbacks.
*** LIMITED tickets at the door ***
morning Yoga Flow
Morning Yoga Flow
April 19th 10am - 11am
Move to Soul and R&B while surrounded by candlelight, plants and all the warm vibes.
Open House
Upstairs at Bow Open House
April 16th 530pm - 830pm
Looking to plan an event this Spring? Why not choose Upstairs!
Come meet with AGM Tina and learn about all of the wonderful things we have to offer for YOUR special day.
Candlelight Yoga Flow
Candlelight Yoga Flow
April 13th 730pm - 830pm
Move to Soul and R&B while surrounded by candlelight, plants and all the warm vibes.
Record Store Day
Record Store Day
April 12th 6pm - 10pm
Vinyl Index & Upstairs at Bow present the “VIP Record Lounge,” where you can sign up for a time slot to spin your own vinyl with friends while sipping on some cocktail specials.
Holi After Dark
holi after dark
March 28th 9pm - Midnight
This isn’t just another Holi party— we’re bringing Boston's 21+ Desi-American community together for an electrifying glow-in-the-dark celebration—because who says winter should keep us inside? ❄️✨
We’ll be bumping to a diverse mix of fusion, hiphop, afro desi beats by Boston’s very own DJ Tribahl!
Candlelight Yoga Flow
Move to Soul and R&B while surrounded by candlelight, plants and all the warm vibes.
Bow Market Book Fair
The 6th Annual Bow Market Book Fair is back!
@tinyturnspaperie, @allshewrotebooks, @sidequestbooks & @readmylipsboston are teaming up to celebrate & share our love of books 📚
Join us on Saturday, March 22nd for a fun-filled day featuring:
Kiddo Story & Activity Time
Bookseller Pop-Ups
Saus’s Cookbook Swap
Author Signings
Book Themed Maker Market
Food & Drink Specials
Workshops & more!
And in the evening:
Literary Drag Trivia & After Party in Upstairs at Bow
Join us for a FULL DAY of Literary ADVENTURE!