Destination Downtown

The first USA World Cup match kicks off TONIGHT at 9pm and there’s no better place to watch than Downtown Walpole! ⚽

Grab your friends, a spot inside or at one of the many outdoor patios, and enjoy incredible food & drink specials throughout the tournament.

📅 FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Schedule: https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026/articles/match-schedule-fixtures-results-teams-stadiums

The tournament has begun... Enjoy the action in your favorite downtown establishment! The schedule of key games (Team USA and Gillette) can be found here and in our calendar of upcoming events!

World Cup Soccer Comes to Our Neighborhood! — Destination Downtown Enjoy the excitement at your favorite downtown Walpole establishment! You might sense a buzz to our local area beginning this week as soccer fans from across the globe visit our corner of the world to cheer on their nation in the World Cup tournament.  It’s been 32 years since the United

The World Cup is coming to Foxboro but you can catch all the action right here in downtown Walpole!

Grab your friends, pick your team, and head to our local bars and restaurants to watch every thrilling match! Main Street in Downtown Walpole is the place to be for great food, cold drinks, and unbeatable game-day fun.

Be sure to check out the Destination Downtown Event Calendar for World Cup games and other events in and around downtown.

https://walpoledowntown.org/events

To downtown businesses & Walpole area residents:
Have a World Cup special, viewing party, or other soccer celebration? Let us know! Share your watch-party info, food & drink deals, and event details so we can help fans find the best spot in town.

How to share: Comment below, message us, or submit event info on our website (bottom of the DD Event Calendar).

Check out our current Spotlight which provides all the details on downtown parking. Included are maps indicating which parking lots are public and which are intended for commercial/residential use only, plus access maps showing walkways connecting the primary public lots to Main Street businesses. Come join us downtown!

A Guide to Parking in Downtown Walpole — Destination Downtown Summer is almost here, and you’ll want to take advantage of everything downtown Walpole has to offer, such as the many fine establishments for eating, shopping, and service, as well as enjoy the beautiful public areas as the weather (finally!) gets nicer. Whether you’re new to town, or just unsu...

NO MBTA TRAIN SERVICE FROM WALPOLE STATION ON WORLD CUP MATCH DAYS ON THE FRANKLIN/FOXBORO LINE

Shuttle buses will replace trains on World Cup match days in Foxboro (June 13, 14, 16, 19, 23, 26, 29; July 9) on the Forge Park/495 line serving, Franklin, Norfolk, and Walpole and will run express to Canton Junction to meet Providence Line trains.

Additionally, the Route 34E bus will supplement Franklin Line service between Walpole and Forest Hills, where riders can connect to the Orange Line. More info: https://www.mbta.com/service-changes/service-changes-during-the-world-cup
(The photo below was taken at Walpole Station.)

Don’t miss opening day of the 2026 Walpole Farmers Market this Saturday, June 6 at Spring Brook Park, East St/Rt 27 in downtown Walpole! The market is held every Saturday, 9AM to 1PM.
Local farmers, fresh produce, accessible, live music by award- winning Sioo! Plenty of free parking.
Info: [email protected] .

Exciting News! TowneCrafters has Relocated to Downtown Walpole!

TowneCrafters Gift Shop, the newest store in downtown Walpole, is your destination for all things Walpole! The shop offers glassware, pottery, Walpole signs, cheese boards, cutting boards, apparel, and other gift items featuring Walpole insignias. Custom orders are available. They also carry unique gifts from local artisans, including candles, fragrances, and a new line of dog collars, and much more! TowneCrafters also sells mylar and latex balloons for every occasion.
Convenient parking is available beside and behind the store at 946 East St., across from Farmer in the Dell restaurant in downtown Walpole. See their social media pages for more info: Facebook and Instagram. Phone: (508) 668-1540.

The Town of Walpole Memorial Day Observance was held last Monday at noon with hundreds attending the event. It was a truly special ceremony to honor U.S. Soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Here are some photos from the event..

New Barbershop in Downtown Walpole, MA

Walpole Barbershop, located at 928 Main Street (across from Conrad's), is downtown Walpole’s newest barbershop, featuring a newly renovated interior with a sports theme. Logos of Boston’s four professional teams—the Red Sox, Celtics, Patriots, and Bruins—are displayed on the walls and inlaid in the floor, giving the shop a clean, lively feel.

Large front windows on Main Street showcase the bright, inviting space.The shop displays 49 photos of men’s haircut styles to help customers choose the look and style that suits them best. The barbers are ready to help you look your best and welcome you to stop in.

Walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed, and the shop is open daily. Walpole Barbershop accepts cash only. An ATM is available on site. Parking is available on the street, in the CVS Plaza lot, and in the municipal lot off East Street across from Farmer in the Dell. Phone: 781-403-3720.