Cambridge Common

Free

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This space is one of the many parks and other public spaces in Cambridge that offer a variety of recreational resources to the public.

No application or registration needed.

Cost

This Place is free!

  • Event Use: To request use of a non-athletic park (excluding Danehy Park), apply for a Park Permit through the Department of Public Works. The fee for a park event permit is $25.
  • All other non-athletic, non-event, or small group use is free to patrons during park hours.

Locations

Cambridge Common

Between Waterhouse Street and Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States

Neighborhood
  • Baldwin, Mid Cambridge, Neighborhood 9, and West Cambridge
  • Office hours

    • This place does not have specific hours. Call ahead of time to confirm they are open.

    Additional information

    The park is open:

    • November 1 - March 31, Dawn to Dusk
    • April 1 - October 31, Dawn to 10pm

    Activities include:

    • Playground, Water Play, Foot/Bike Paths, Soccer, Softball
    • Off Leash Dog Use: None (All Pets Must be Leashed)

    View maps from the City of Cambridge on the CDD website:

    Contacts

    Cathy Fosher

    Department of Public Works, Park & Forestry

    617-349-4885

    Department of Public Works

    617-349-4800

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    Cathy Fosher

    Department of Public Works, Park & Forestry

    617-349-4885
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    Cambridge Common

    Between Waterhouse Street and Massachusetts Avenue
    Cambridge, MA 02138
    United States

    Neighborhood
  • Baldwin, Mid Cambridge, Neighborhood 9, and West Cambridge
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    Last updated July 9, 2025.