Welcome
to the
Downtown
Waltham
Partnership.
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Promote and revitalize the downtown area
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Preserve and assist with Historic Preservation efforts in downtown Waltham
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Improve the appearance of the streetscape
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Provide assistance to business and property owners with renovation and development projects
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Encourage a wide variety of businesses
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Assist in making downtown Waltham cleaner, greener and more pedestrian oriented
Upcoming Events in 2026
Watch City Steampunk Festival
Join us for a free, all-day, outdoor Steampunk Festival on the Common in Waltham. filled with vendors, performers, and whimsy!
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Saturday May 9, 2026
10am to 5pm
On Waltham Common
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Sponsored by the Downtown Waltham Partnership. Check out the website for more information or for details on how to become a vendor, performer or volunteer!
Waltham RiverBeat
Downtown Waltham is fortunate to be blessed to house the mighty Charles River, a diverse culture and vibrant artist community. These elements truly create a unique heartbeat for our city. This festival is dedicated to celebrate those aspects.
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Saturday June 20, 2026
10am to 5pm
On Waltham Common
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With activities on and around the river, two stages of music and crafts marketplace with multicultural food, we aspire to accomplish this goal.
Get Involved
Downtown Waltham Partnership is made up of people like you who care about our downtown! We represent businesses, cultural groups, social service nonprofits, downtown residents, and elected officials. DWP is for anyone who loves our downtown and wants to make it even better.
Membership
Join our efforts to revitalize Waltham's downtown.
Our Members
The Waltham businesses that make it happen.
Donate
Help us keep Waltham a wonderful home town.