All About Art: Fort Point 46th Annual Open Studios Starts Today!

It’s Friday, and you know what that means — the weekend has officially begun! But this isn’t just any weekend. It’s the third weekend in October, which means one thing for Fort Point: it’s time for the 46th Annual Fort Point Open Studios, hosted by incredible artists and the Fort Point Arts Community (FPAC). 

If you’ve lived or worked in Fort Point for a while, you know this is one of the city’s most beloved art traditions — a celebration of creativity, community, and the over 100 artists who make this neighborhood so vibrant. If you’re new to the area, get ready to experience art in studios, galleries, outdoor installations, performances and activities on both sides of the Fort Point Channel. 

And the best part? It’s free — until you fall in love with a piece of art you just have to take home.

46th Annual Fort Point Open Studios

• Friday, October 16, 2026 from 4pm to 7pm (select studios)
• Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 12pm to 6pm
• Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 12pm to 6pm

Explore artist studios, see art demos, join hands-on workshops, and catch live music throughout the weekend. You’ll have the chance to meet artists, see where and how they work, and even participate in creating art yourself. Whether you’re shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts, starting your first art collection, or just looking for something inspiring to do this weekend, Fort Point is the place to be.

Don’t forget to check out the Fort Point Open Studios brochure for a list of participating artists, galleries, and family-friendly activities. 

Did you know Fort Point is home to three buildings dedicated to artists? 

• 249 A Street Artist Cooperative, the pioneer, established in the early eighties
• The Artist Building at 300 Summer Street, opened  twelve years later
• Midway Artist Studios (15 Channel Center Street), the youngest, founded in 2005, for visual and performing artists.  

Art and activities are also taking place at 15 Necco (Lily building), The Button Factory (50 Melcher Street) and the Boston Children's Museum (308 Congress Street). 

View Midway Artist Studios for complete list of artists, activities and performances. 

249 A Street Artist Cooperative  credit: Domingo Martine Barros

The Artist Building at 300 Summer

Midway Artist Studios 15 Channel Center  Street