A 1-acre central green owned by the Town of Norwood.
What to expect
Parking
Metered mostly free/metered varies · unconfirmed
Dogs
No dog may run at large in town, and on any public way or place a dog must be under restraint by its owner or keeper. Restraint means a leash, or at heel beside a competent person and obedient to that person's commands, or inside a…
Managed by
Norwood Recreation Department / Board of Selectmen (event permits)
781-762-0466 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Restroom
Norwood Town Hall, 566 Washington St (adjacent)
Bandstand
Walter J. Dempsey Memorial Bandstand, dedicated 1993, used for Summerfest and Concerts on the Common.
Not here
No drinking water
No public drinking fountain confirmed on site.
Worth knowing
- The Walter J. Dempsey Memorial Bandstand was approved at Town Meeting and dedicated in 1993, funded partly through volunteer and donor contributions.
Common questions
What happens at the Town Common in summer?
Wednesday evening Summerfest concerts and Sunday evening Concerts on the Common both happen at the Dempsey bandstand through the summer season, and the Norwood Day parade ends here every fall.
Where do I park at Norwood Town Common?
Metered (mostly free/metered varies).
Is there an entry fee at Norwood Town Common?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Norwood Town Common?
No dog may run at large in town, and on any public way or place a dog must be under restraint by its owner or keeper. Restraint means a leash, or at heel beside a competent person and obedient to that person's commands, or inside a vehicle. An owner must carry a device for removing waste and must…