Klezmer Street Party

Klezmer has always been music that brings people together, and that's exactly the spirit of this neighborhood celebration. The Klezmer Street Party takes over New Edgerly Plaza on July 5 from 6 to 8 p.m., with clarinetist Itay Dayan and a live band filling the plaza with the joyful sounds of Eastern European Jewish folk music. You don't need to know the steps to join in. A professional dance leader will teach simple folk dances throughout the evening, making it just as welcoming for first-timers as longtime fans of klezmer. Set in the heart of Fenway, the free outdoor gathering feels more like an impromptu block party than a formal concert, bringing music, dancing, and community together for one lively summer evening.