ROS 2026 Weekend Events
Artist Events:
Poodle Pack Gear
Saturday and Sunday 11 am - 5pm, The Substation
On-site embroidery available! Poodle Pack Gear makes accessories
for pets and their people, from functional collars and leashes to
fun accessories like bandanas and bowties for pets and sweatshirts,
hats, bags, and more for humans.
Roslindale Organicarts & Ana Crowley Noordzij
Saturday and Sunday 11am-5pm, Home Studio: 237 Metropolitan Ave.
Tasting portions of local fruits and vegetables! Culinary art available
for free sampling and purchase. View ceramics works in progress!
Sarah Richi’s Fine Art and Children’s Gallery
Saturday and Sunday 11 am - 5pm, Home Studio: 17 Brookdale St.
Gallery refreshments, opportunities
for young artists to create
(weather dependent)
Block Carving Demo: Anne E.G. Nydam
Saturday 11am-5pm, The Substation, lower level
Come by the Substation to see a live demonstration of carving a relief block!
Family-Friendly Events at Birch St. Plaza:
Saturday
Ceramics Wheel Throwing
Saturday 12pm- 1:30pm
Join artist Gena Mavuli from Create for an interactive demo for all!
Fiber Arts for All Ages!
Saturday 12:00-2:00pm
Come see Lauren, a Tight Knit instructor, to explore fiber arts for yourself. Supplies and instruction provided so you can try something new and take
home a craft.
Balloon Animals and More!
Saturday 12:30-2:30pm
Join Quirk Balloons for an afternoon of balloon twisting! Watch as balloons are transformed into fun, creative designs for guests of all ages. Founded by Roslindale’s own Jonathan Krieger, Quirk Balloons has delighted crowds at a variety of local events, including Rozzie’s Farmers Market.
Sunday
Puppet Show
Sunday Performances at 11:30am & 12:45pm
Join instructor and artist Jenn Baldvins from Create Art In Community to create a fun art project that you can take with you! Fun for families and kids of all ages!
Art Activity: Embossed Foil Pendant Workshop
Sunday 12- 2pm
Get ready to shine! Join artist Jenn Baldvins from Create to make custom embossed foil pendant necklaces to take home! Perfect for families and kids of all ages. Using cardboard, aluminum foil, and colorful markers, participants will create textured metallic jewelry. Younger kids can explore yarn-wrapped designs, while older kids can use hot glue to create raised patterns before wrapping and coloring their wearable art.
Face Painting by Ashley From Sully Paints
Sunday 1- 3:00pm
Visit face painting artist Ashley! Transform into your favorite animal, superhero, princess, and more. Fun for all ages!
The Debo Ray Experience
Sunday 2:30- 4:00pm
Grammy-nominated vocalist/performer extraordinaire Debo Ray brings her electric energy, unmatched range, and killer band to Roslindale Open Studios. Spanning R&B, jazz, rock, and funk, Debo performs music from her acclaimed debut album, her new EP Echoes and Embers, and covers from legends like Chaka Khan and Lauryn Hill. As Sound of Boston writes, her performance leaves audiences “held, moved and inspired.” It’s not just a show; it’s an experience!
Food:
RCC Cafe
Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm, Roslindale Congregational Church, 25 Cummins Hwy
Stop by for lunch or a late afternoon snack. Eat in or get it to go--we’ll have a variety of homemade soups, warm sandwiches,and baked goods.
Misc:
Home Studio Bingo
Visit six Home Studios, collect stickers, fill out the bingo card (available at all group sites and home studios) and be entered to win a gift certificate to a Roslindale restaurant. Completed cards can be dropped off at info tables
at any group site or mailed to:
ROS, P.O.Box 241, Roslindale, MA 02131
Other Local Attractions
Please consider supporting the local businesses listed in our brochure who make this event possible through their sponsorships.
RCC Cafe
Live Music- The Debo Ray Experience
Fiber Arts
Home Studio Bingo