Where to Get a Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Shot in Cambridge and Neighboring Communities

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that the following groups should receive a booster shot of the Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine at least 6 months after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine:

• People aged 65 years and older
• Residents aged 18 years and older in long-term care settings
• People aged 50 – 64 years with underlying medical conditions

CDC also recommends that the following groups may receive a booster shot of the Pfizer vaccine, based on individual risks and benefits:

• People aged 18-49 years of age with underlying medical conditions
• People aged 18-64 years who are at higher risk for COVID-19 because of work (first responders, educators, health care workers, others) or living settings (e.g., correctional facilities, homeless shelters)

Currently, there are several locations where eligible people can receive a Pfizer booster in Cambridge and neighboring communities:

• Cambridge Health Alliance
  • CHA Somerville Vaccine Center
  • 176 Somerville Ave, Somerville (next to Target)
  • Mon & Tues: 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.   Wed, Thu, & Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Walk-ins or appointments
  • To pre-register:
  • CHA patients
  • Non-CHA patients   

• CVS
  • 624 Mass. Ave (Central Square)
  • (also many other locations in neighboring communities)
  • Appointments required
  • Schedule an appointment here.

• Star Market (pharmacy)
  • 699 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge
  • (also many other locations in neighboring communities)
  • Walk-ins or appointments
  • Schedule an appointment here.

• For other Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot locations, visit vaxfinder.mass.gov to search by zip code.  

If you’re an older adult (60+) and need a ride to get your booster shot, contact Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services: 617-440-0995 or info@eldercare.org.