Free events in Lowell, MA

This gathering at Chelmsford Town Common offers a chance to meet a few adoptable dogs and get information about adoption, fostering, and volunteer opportunities with Ruff Tales Rescue.

Enjoy an afternoon of live blues with the Riverside Blues Band in a laid back, daytime setting. The kitchen and bar will be open, so you can pair the music with lunch or a drink. Everyone is welcome and there is no cover charge. A simple, easygoing hang with blues as the soundtrack.

The Lawrence Public Library courtyard turns into a lively hangout with live music, board games, free arts and crafts, karaoke, and food trucks. Friends, families, and dogs are welcome to relax, play, and enjoy the atmosphere. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Twice a month, Salsa-in Lowell students and friends gather at Sahel Restaurant for a night that begins with a salsa class and continues with a social dance. The music is curated for the dancers, with selections by Franswa. Admission and the lesson are free. Since the venue provides the space at no cost, attendees are encouraged to support the restaurant by ordering a drink or trying the food. Arriving early can help with finding a table or a seat at the bar.