New Year & Winter at Bow❄️
2026 is here and it is going to be a big one at Bow! We cannot wait to welcome you to our magical market this year! We are starting this year off strong with winter events like Soupfest, Lunar New Year, creative workshops, new pop-ups, and lots of warm cozy moments.
A look back at Bow Market 2025….
10 new retail popups
425,000 guests at the market
3 Performance Art installations
535 events held at Bow Market (courtyard wide & inside individual businesses)
75 lbs of fluff served for Fluff Fest
2 photo booths installed
5 Local art exhibitions (Somerville Art Fair)
1 enormous holiday gift built in the courtyard
72 empanadas from Buenas delivered to the Somerville Fire Department
30 lbs of spaghetti cooked to benefit The Argenziano School
39 fundraisers/non profit events in Upstairs at Bow
32 weddings/rehearsal dinners in Upstairs at Bow
48 classes/workshops in Upstairs at Bow
3000 hours of vinyl played by Vinyl Index
40 in-store events with local DJs / artists hosted at Vinyl Index
8312 books and 4270 games sold at Side Quest Books & Games
133 individual game nights and 21 book clubs hosted by Side Quest Books & Games
5478 Planners/Notebooks that changed lives sold at Tiny Turns Paperie
8626 things to write with (pens, pencils, markers) sold at Tiny Turns Paperie
49 shows, 47 sold out shows, 648 attendees at the pop-up ThotBot
56k breakfast sandwiches at Mike & Patty’s and over 27k south shore bar pizzas at Hot Box
Bow Holiday Decoration winner was Hot Box with their iconic PIZZA TREE
Coming up at Bow…
Soupfest
Sunday, Feb 1 from 12-4pm
SOUPFEST IS BACK at Bow Market for another year of delightful broths and cozy hangs with friends.
Your ticket gets you a soup from each participating vendor and a cute Soup Passport that gets checked off at each participating business. At each stop, you'll receive a warming and comforting 4 oz. soup, perfectly portioned and planned so you've got room to sip soup for 4 cozy hours (or however long it takes you to mosey your way around the market).
Japanese New Year
Saturday, January 17th from 12-4pm
Nagomi Bento is excited to host a warm and festive Japanese New Year Celebration at Bow Market in Somerville.
Join us for an afternoon filled with traditional flavors, hands-on cultural experiences, and nostalgic Japanese music.
✨ Event Highlights
🍲 Special Zoni Soup — $12
🎨 Japanese New Year Card Workshop — FREE
🎵 DJ Set: Japanese City Pop by Deep Digs
🛍 Local Small Business Pop-up
This event is open to everyone—families, friends, and anyone interested in experiencing Japanese culture in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Come celebrate the start of 2026 with us!
THOtBOt Implantation Center Pop-up
Running trough March
Somerville artist Rebecca Kopycinski keeps chugging along at her immersive installation and multimedia concert experience.
The "ThotBot Implantation Center...blends immersive theater and operatic synth-pop to stunning effect. Part installation, part solo concert, it’s a lo-fi dystopian satire that’s as emotionally resonant as it is conceptually sharp." -- John McDaid from Broadway World.
Get your tickets before this show closes for a while (maybe forever?)
Support Green Tiger's growth in Union Square!
Support Green Tiger's growth in Union Square!
Green Tiger & Co., a sustainable goods and refill shop that opened in Bow Market in 2024 is growing! With this much needed expansion, they can bring in more refills, showcase more local makers, and host events! They're hoping to crowdfund $15,000 to cover a portion of contractor build, fixtures, sink and equipment.
Visit Green Tiger's website to learn how you can help with their expansion.
Wellness Series in Upstairs at Bow
Join Upstairs at Bow for a wellness series this new year! Three opportunities for centering your self and your body this month.
Jan 19th - Breathwork with Source Method
Jan 25th - Candlelight Yoga w. Be Easy Meditation
Feb 1st - yoga + coaching experience focused on becoming your bravest self
Valentine’s Day Weddings at Dearly Studio
Saturday, February 14th
What if you got married on Valentine’s Day at Dearly Studio? Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year! Check out Dearly’s Valentine’s Day weekend options to see which package is right for you. Think bespoke ceremony, champagne toasts, florals, cake and more!
Heated Rivalry: A Party
Friday, Jan 23rd from 9pm to midnight
A little tension, a lot of longing, and zero straight lines.💘🔥 Join in at Remnant Brewery on Friday 1/23 from 9pm to midnight for their Heated Rivalry Party.
Expect dramatic chemistry, romantic chaos, and plenty of liquid courage to confess your feelings. 21+ only, free to attend, and open to anyone who loves a slow burn, a happy ending, or at least a very good drink along the way. Did we mention… ginger ale?.
Upstairs at Bow Event Vendor Showcase
Sunday, January 18th from 2:30-5:30pm
Come meet with AGM Tina and some of our FABULOUS vendors! We’ll have photographers, flower and decor experts, Jusmine of Dearly Studio(!) and of course, TASTY BITES & SIPS. This is for anyone who’s planning any sort of celebration - not just weddings!
RSVP FREE here, and be sure to bring your questions, friends, and space on your camera roll ;)
Save The Date! Lunar New Year Night Market.
Thursday, February 19th from 5-9pm
The Body Course at Soft Space
Starting January 24th
A communal space to explore our bodies, for anyone navigating chronic health issues, pain, or wishing for a closer relationship with their physical selves. The Body Course provides you with tools ranging from self myofascial release, targeted strengthening, and learning about the patterns behind what helps our bodies recover and heal.
Info and enrollment (sliding scale) for the January cohort is here!
Thursday Singles at Upstairs at Bow
January 29th 7pm - 10pm
Here, everyone is single. Because the world in 2026 is all about meeting IRL, not on dating apps!
Bring your friends or come solo, our professional hosts are here to make sure you have a great time.
First Drink included with your ticket!
Cambria Somerville
Plan a cozy winter weekend at Bow Market & Cambria Hotel Somerville.
Whether you’re exploring Somerville for the first time, attending an event at Bow, or wanting a little staycation, Cambria Somerville is the perfect spot to stay warm & close by. Just a short walk from the market, it’s a comfortable home base for the whole family!
Kiddos (and adults of course) can enjoy the super fun game room, spacious lodging, on-site dining, and even a fully equipped gym. Cozy up with the whole family right here in Somerville this winter.