02/14/2026
The Watch City Steampunk Festival Committee and our sponsoring organization, the Downtown Waltham Partnership, have explored a variety of options for the 2026 Festival following the announcement of a four-hour time limit on events on Waltham Common.
We have decided that the best path forward for this year is to hold the event on Waltham Common on our original date, Saturday May 9th, from 12:00 noon to 4:00pm. (This does not include setup and teardown time.)
Vendors, performers, and community groups that have applied to join this year should look for messages from us soon. We recognize that such a short event may not make the trip worthwhile for some, and we completely understand if you withdraw your application.
Rest assured that we will look ahead to other options for 2027. Meanwhile we ask for your patience as we plan this yearโs event. Thank you for your support.
If you have questions, please see this post with questions and answers about the 2026 event on our website: https://www.watchcityfestival.com/2026-festival-information