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It’s been a while since you’re taken a road trip but as travel restrictions ease in Massachusetts and gas prices remain low, now is the perfect time to plan your road trip to Western Mass.

Things to do!

When it comes to travel and things to do in a new area, you don’t ask a tourist; you ask a local. That’s why we’re here. Explore Western Mass is created by locals who love our community and all it has to offer.

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Outdoor Adventures

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EVENTS

Westfield, Penguin Plunge
Plunge participants take a dip in Hampton Ponds to raise funds for Amelia Park Children’s Museum. Enjoy the thrill of the big chill while helping a child learn through play! “Penguins” solicit donations from family, friends and local businesses in order to take the plunge. This year’s Pe...
March 1 - March 7
Springfield Museums, Exhibits
The Outwin: American Portraiture Today; through April 4, 2021. The Outwin: American Portraiture Today The Outwin: American Portraiture Today premiered at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery in the fall of 2019. Every three years, artists living and working in the United States are invite...
March 1 - April 3
Springfield Museums, Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
It’s fun to have fun and we’ll show you how at the Springfield Museums Celebration of the 117th Birthday of Dr. Seuss. Springfield native Theodor Seuss Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss was born March 2, 1904. The Springfield Museums present Hats Off to Dr. Seuss! A month-long celebration of Springfield-nat...
March 1 - March 6
Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival
The best of independent cinema through a Jewish lens will be screened as part of the Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival. PVJFF is going virtual this year! From February 6 through March 22, enjoy award-winning films and conversations from the comfort of your own home. It’s easy to participa...
March 1 - March 22