Celebrate Cambridge Water, Sustainability, and Community at Fresh Pond Day Saturday, June 22

Join the Cambridge Water Department for the city's annual Fresh Pond Day on Saturday, June 22, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., at 250 Fresh Pond Parkway. This event is free and open to all. 

Fresh Pond Reservation is Cambridge's green gem - an urban wild that protects Fresh Pond, Cambridge's in-city drinking water reservoir. Fresh Pond Reservoir is the City's active drinking water supply, and every drop of water from every tap in Cambridge comes from Fresh Pond and passes through the Walter J. Sullivan Water Treatment Facility. Every single day Cambridge Residents use between 10-14-million gallons of water, and this is our chance to celebrate our independent water supply and green space oasis in such an urban environment. Fresh Pond Day serves as an annual community tribute to this unique Reservation that is a vital natural resource, an invaluable sanctuary for wildlife, and a beloved recreational and open space escape in the city.

What can you expect?

• Live music all day- Trail Mix (Folk and Americana) from 11-1pm and Retro Polatin (Vintage Rock 'n Roll) from 1-2:45pm\
• An open house of the Water Treatment Plant with structured tour at 1 p.m.
• Live animal exhibit from the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team all day in the Kids' Zone
• Touch-a-Truck with the Water Dept. and Fire Dept. vehicles
• Free popcorn and reusable water bottles
• Kids crafts and games
• Information tables and giveaways from various City Departments and local organizations

Parking is limited. 
Because this event encompasses the area around the Water Department, the parking lots will be closed for the duration of the festival. Plan accordingly; off-site parking is available along Huron Avenue and at Danehy Park,166 New Street. Use of public transit and bicycles to get to the event are strongly encouraged. Bus routes 72, 74, 75, 78; & Alewife T are all nearby.

Learn more about this event at Cambridgema.gov/FreshPondDay.

Check out the photos from previous years!