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THE LILYPAD

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Website: lilypadinman.com
Calendar: lilypadinman.com/events

ABOUT

The Lilypad is an 80-capacity music venue and event space in Inman Square at 1353 Cambridge Street. Seated shows accommodate approximately 60 people. The room features 6 taps and a selection of canned beers and wine.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Expect avant-garde, experimental, jazz, and original music from local and regional artists. The venue specializes in original material and hosts live performances up to 7 nights a week. The atmosphere is DIY and community-oriented, drawing musicians and audiences from Boston's creative underground.

HISTORY

Founded in 2005, The Lilypad has served as a hub for experimental and avant-garde music in the Boston area. The venue has received recognition as an award-winning performance space and remains a gathering place for Cambridge's independent music community.

Sources:
[1] lilypadinman.com [2] lilypadinman.com [3] cambridgeusa.org [4] yelp.com [5] indieonthemove.com

UPCOMING SHOWS as of 08/24/2026

Friday

  • 5:00pm — Hooley Hour jazz vibes
  • 7:30pm — Luke Borchelt rock out
  • 10:00pm — Benedict Koh x Caleb Schmale x Charlie Watson x Noah Mark / durianhead get loud

Saturday

Sunday

  • 7:30pm — Psychedelic Soundbath w/ Jesse Gallagher chill vibes

Monday - 8/31

Wednesday - 9/2

Thursday - 9/3

  • 7:00pm — Louisa Stancioff / How's About Charlie folk night
  • 10:00pm — Project Flora Album Release Show / Jim Connolly album launch

Friday - 9/4

Saturday - 9/5

  • 12:00pm — Hatha Yoga w/ Live Music relax time
  • 4:00pm — The Specific Heats (record release) with Adult Learners record launch

No shows listed.

Full schedule at lilypadinman.com/events →

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