Downtown Pop-Up Shops
In 2023 we created and launched this temporary retail marketplace in Downtown Marlborough and we are excited to bring them back in the Spring of 2026! Since the program’s inaugural season it provided opportunities for 50+ unique users, helping them grow their small businesses in our community and test their brands in a “storefront” set up uniquely by them.
Check out the schedule below to see who popped-up this past season! You’re sure to find a great variety of small businesses to support!
2026 Pop-up Schedule
| Weekend Dates | Shop 1 | Shop 2 | Shop 3 |
| May 30 – 31 | Wicked Wheels, LLC. | Pane and Panic | Found Source Known |
| June 6 – 7 | My Tiny Glass Garden | This-N-That Custom Gifts | Found Source Known |
| June 13 – 14 | Peace Bee & Rainbow Song Henna | Magic & Color Co. | Found Source Known |
| June 20 – 21 | Neyda Ragan – Calligraphy | Magic & Color Co. | Found Source Known |
| June 27 – 28 | Golden Gate Consulting | Pane and Panic | Waning Crescent Soap |
| July 4 – 5 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| July 11 – 12 | The Kitchen Canvas | –Available– | This-N-That Custom Gifts |
| July 18 – 19 | Note-ably New England | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| July 25 – 26 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| August 1 – 2 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| August 8 – 9 | My Tiny Glass Garden | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| August 15 – 16 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| August 22 – 23 | –Available– | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| August 29 – 30 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| Sept 5 – 6 | –Available– | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| Sept 12 – 13 | My Tiny Glass Garden | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| Sept 19 – 20 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| Sept 26 – 27 | Waning Crescent Soap | Pane and Panic | This-N-That Custom Gifts |
| Oct 3 – 4 | Hearts & Crafts by Alyse | –Available– | –Available– |
| Oct 10 – 11 | Note-ably New England | –Available– | –Available– |
| Oct 17 – 18 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| Oct 24 – 25 | Leather & Lilacs | Pane and Panic | This-N-That Custom Gifts |
| Oct 31 – Nov 1 | –Available– | — Available — | –Available– |
| Nov 7 – 8 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
| Nov 14 – 15 | Hearts & Crafts by Alyse | –Available– | –Available– |
| Nov 21 – 22 | –Available– | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| Nov 28 – 29 | Note-ably New England | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| Dec 5 – 6 | –Available– | Pane and Panic | –Available– |
| Dec 12 – 13 | –Available– | –Available– | –Available– |
Pop-Up Hours
Saturday & Sunday • 10am – 3pm
Visit the MEDC Facebook page for vendor annoucements and schedules.
Vendor Sign Up
We are excited to be booking vendors for the 2026 season soon. If you would like more information on participating, please contact Lindsey at MEDC today.
This project is possible through a Regional Economic Development Organization Grant from the Massachusetts Office of Business Development and a partnership with the 495/MetroWest Partnership.
Downtown Pop-Up Shops Officially Open
Local businesses ‘pop up’ downtown Marlborough
More cultural and community events to enjoy —
Brazil Fest
The annual Brazil Fest will take place on Saturday August 20th at Bethel Presbyterian Church located at 373 Lincoln Street. This all day festival includes musical and dance performances, activities for children and a variety of Brazilian food & drink offerings. Come celebrate the vibrant Brazilian culture in our city!
Saints Anargyroi Greek Festival
The Saints Anargyroi Greek Festival takes place in Marlborough every Labor Day weekend. It is a glorious celebration of Greek food, pastries, souvenirs, Greek dancing and performers, face painting and kids’ games. The festival takes place at the Saints Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church on Cashman and Central Streets.
Summer Concert Series
The Mayor of Marlborough and the Recreation Department host this annual series of free outdoor concerts throughout the summer. From mid-June to mid-August, popular bands from around the region perform on a Thursday evening at Union Common, on the corner of Main Street and Route 85.
Evening of Giving
The annual Evening of Giving has been a Marlborough social calendar highlight for over 20 years. The event is held in support of Roland’s House—the Marlboro-Hudson Homeless Shelter—and offers an evening of fundraising and socializing, fine food and drinks, and music and dancing. The Evening of Giving is typically held in late November or early December and draws more than 1,200 attendees.