23 artists who have chosen the beautiful and historic Western Massachusetts Hilltowns as a place to live and work will be opening their workspaces for the 4th annual Open Studio Tour. The weekend features art demonstrations and a full slate of food and drink opportunities from unique Hilltown artists and producers. This year, the picturesque […]
Join us for a Totally Pawsome 5k Run/Walk on Sunday, October 23rd! Are you a runner? This timed event is for you! This family-friendly event is a great way to enjoy the day with friends and loved ones - two and four-legged! Get your steps in, go at your own pace and help pet families […]
The 10 mile point-to-point race is not to be missed, running in peak fall foliage season from Amherst to Northampton. Starting in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus with a run through downtown, the bulk of the race is along the scenic Norwottuck Trail, a paved bike trail with generous net downhill elevation and […]
Great Horses and Great People. So Much to Do . . . and Four Days to Do It In! Equine Affaire is all about opportunities! Learn from and mingle with many of the foremost trainers, coaches, competitors, judges, and experts in the horse industry. Take a break from online shopping to see, touch, try on, […]
Bright Nights at Forest Park will kick off its 28th season on Wednesday, November 23, with a special guest flipping the switch on all 675,000 lights. In addition to the magical lighting display illuminating the three-mile drive, Santa’s Magical Forest will be welcoming visitors to enjoy, snacks, souvenirs, and whirl on the carousel. Santa will […]
Kick-off the season with the Grinch, our Gingerbread exhibit, art activities, and more. Free with museum admission! Today’s Highlights Meet The Grinch, 1-4 pm Dr. Seuss’s iconic Christmas creation will be here from Whoville to celebrate the holidays. (SIS Hall, First Floor, Wood Museum of Springfield History) Giant Bubbles with Mr. Vinny, 1-4 pm Using giant […]
Pictures with Santa will be held with everything Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights has to offer. Don't miss this unique opportunity to capture your holiday photo with Santa, positioned by vintage trolley cars taken by renown photographer Marc Glucksman of River Rail Photo. Marc Glucksman is a lifelong photographer and electric traction fan. Pictures […]
Free admission for first responders: Active military Law enforcement officers Firefighters Emergency medical service personnel Valid identification required. Tickets/Reservations not required.
YULETIDE WEEKEND - DECEMBER 3 - 4, 2022 Eastern States Exposition presents Yuletide at Storrowton Village Museum events each year during the first weekend in December with free activities and through the following week with paid tours, workshops and lantern light experiences. The winter festival brings the community together to celebrate the season with traditional […]
YULETIDE WEEKEND - DECEMBER 3 - 4, 2022 Eastern States Exposition presents Yuletide at Storrowton Village Museum events each year during the first weekend in December with free activities and through the following week with paid tours, workshops and lantern light experiences. The winter festival brings the community together to celebrate the season with traditional […]
The Basketball Hall of Fame is bringing out the peach basket for the BHOF Classic! We could not be more excited to shed light on where the heart of basketball originated. This college basketball double-header presents local favorite UMass as they take on North Texas, and Bryant goes up against Liberty. About the Naismith Memorial […]
10K RACE BEGINS Time: 1:00pm Location: Beginning of Maple Street THE WALK The walk will be 2 miles long and start directly after the runners depart. Walkers will go out to the first Mile Marker and the course will circle them back onto Maple Street and finish at Dwight and Maple. There will be entertainment […]
There are many reasons why the people of Holyoke love their city, but one reason that is prominent for many residents is the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Parade weekend, and the many events preceding it, is a time for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together and celebrate the city's rich history. […]
