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Dean Wareham w/ ESCAPE-ISM - 6/6

Dean Wareham w/ ESCAPE-ISM at The Iron Horse on Friday, June 6, 2025

Autumn Hollow - 6/7

Autumn Hollow have played over one hundred shows in some of the best regional venues including The Paradise Rock Club, The Iron Horse Music Hall, the Higher Ground, The Regent Theater, and Club Passim.

Jeffrey Gaines - 6/8

Jeffrey Gaines at The Iron Horse on Sunday, June 8, 2025

"Brownie Speaks" - Jazz Film Night by Northampton Jazz Festival - 6/12

"Very touching....very moving. A great film about a great man!"

Bands on Brewster - 6/12

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of free live music in the heart of downtown Northampton!

Certified Entity: Pride Drag Night - 6/13

Our beloved shape shifting drag twink, Entity, will ensure this is a night all members of the LGBTQIA+ community can enjoy!

Tom Walz - 6/27

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA.

The Greys - 7/3

Bands on Brewster isn’t just a concert series—it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and cultural vitality.

Simple Friend, Ribboncandy, King Radio - 7/10

Bands on Brewster isn’t just a concert series—it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and cultural vitality.

Big Freedia - 7/11

Known as the larger-than-life ambassador of New Orleans Bounce music, Big Freedia is a nationally recognized hip-hop artist, TV personality and cultural influencer.

The Swell Season - 7/25

The Swell Season: 2025 North American Tour

Transformance 35: Immigrant Song - 8/19

The Northampton Arts Council proudly presents the 35th annual summer celebration of music, culture, and community—Transformance 35: Immigrant Song—returning to the iconic Pines Theater at Look Park on Tuesday, August 19th.

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Upcoming Events

Saturday, June 1st

@Northampton Arts Council (240 Main Street #1, Northampton MA 01060) 240 Main Street #1 Northampton 01060 MA US

Salsa in the Plaza

Free Latin Dance Parties with McCoy Jamison Every Sunday All Summer Long!NORTHAMPTON – Get ready to …

Every Tuesday Until November 4th, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm

@Tuesday Market (Plaza behind Thorne's Marketplace, Northampton, MA) 140 Meadow St Northampton 01062 MA US

Tuesday Farmers' Market

Every Tuesday, 1:30-6:30pm on the Plaza behind Thornes Marketplace in downtown Northampton. April …

Every Wednesday Until October 1st, 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

@Civic Center Parking Lot (90 Park St, Florence MA 01062) 90 Park St Florence 01062 MA US

Florence Wednesday Farmers Market

The Florence Farmers Market takes place in the Florence Civic Center parking lot in Florence, …

Wednesday, June 4th, 7:30 pm

@The Parlor Room (32 Masonic St., Northampton MA 01060) 32 Masonic St. Northampton 01060 MA US

Gordon Ward at The Parlor Room

Gordon Ward at The Parlor Room Wednesday, June 4th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: …

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Wednesday, June 4th, 7:00 pm

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence MA) 130 Pine St Florence 01062 MA US

Espiral 7

We're going on another field trip! This time, we'll be just down the street at Look Park's beautiful …

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Thursday, June 5th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Adelaide Fay

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Thursday, June 5th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Northampton Arts Council (240 Main Street #1, Northampton MA 01060) 240 Main Street #1 Northampton 01060 MA US

The Classicals

Bands on Brewster isn’t just a concert series—it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, …

Thursday, June 5th, 7:00 pm–10:40 am

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears

Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears return with their most subversive record to date: an exploration of …

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Friday, June 6th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Sarah Clay & the Starcats

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Friday, June 6th, 7:30 pm

Veronica Lewis at The Parlor Room

Veronica Lewis at The Parlor Room Friday, June 6th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: …

Friday, June 6th, 7:00 pm

@The Iron Horse (18 Center St., Northampton, MA) 20 Center Street Northampton 01060 MA US

Dean Wareham w/ ESCAPE-ISM

Dean Wareham w/ ESCAPE-ISM at The Iron Horse on Friday, June 6 2025 Dean Wareham was born in …

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Saturday, June 7th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Masala Jazz

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Saturday, June 7th, 8:00 pm

@Studio 30 (30 North Maple Street (upstairs)) 30 North Maple Street (upstairs) Northampton 01060 MA US

The Lonesome Brothers at Studio 30

The Lonesome Brothers is a songwriting behemoth of a band. The Brothers combine masterful musical …

Saturday, June 7th, 8:00 pm

@JJ's Tavern (99 Main Street, Florence MA 01062) 99 Main Street Florence 01062 MA US

Autumn Hollow

Autumn Hollow have played over one hundred shows in some of the best regional venues including The …

Sunday, June 8th, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Green Street Trio

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Sunday, June 8th, 3:00 pm–6:00 pm

@Smith Vocational High School (80 Locust St , Florence, MA 01062) 80 Locust St , Florence, MA 01062 Northampton 01060 MA US

Queer Joy Spring Fun Fair Fundraiser

Northampton, MA - The Queer Joy Collaborative is thrilled to announce its first **Spring Fun Fair**, …

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Sunday, June 8th, 5:30 pm

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence MA) 130 Pine St Florence 01062 MA US

Sunday Supper & Spirit | June

You're invited to be part of a new gathering at Florence Congregational Church. We think life is …

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Sunday, June 8th, 6:30 pm

@The Iron Horse (18 Center St., Northampton, MA) 20 Center Street Northampton 01060 MA US

Jeffrey Gaines

Jeffrey Gaines at The Iron Horse on Sunday, June 8 2025 Jeffrey Gaines has been heralded for his …

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Tuesday, June 10th, 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

@Unitarian Society of Northampton and Florence (220 Main St) 220 Main St Northampton 01060 MA US

LUNGS: A staged reading to benefit Valley to Valley

A staged reading of Duncan Macmillan’s award-winning play, Lungs, will take place on June 10 at 7 pm …

Tuesday, June 10th, 6:00 pm–8:30 pm

@The Parlor Room (32 Masonic St, Northampton, MA 01060) 32 Masonic St, Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton 01060 MA US

Queer Open Mic

Event Name: Queer Open Mic Upcoming Dates: 12/10, 1/14, 2/11, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13, 6/10 SHOW: …

Thursday, June 12th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Vernon David & Rob Fontana

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Thursday, June 12th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Northampton Arts Council (240 Main Street #1, Northampton MA 01060) 240 Main Street #1 Northampton 01060 MA US

Norma Dream

Bands on Brewster isn’t just a concert series—it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, …

Thursday, June 12th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Northampton Brewery (11 Brewster Ct, Northampton, MA 1063) 11 Brewster Ct, Northampton, MA 1063 Northampton 01060 MA US

Bands on Brewster 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of free live music in the heart of downtown Northampton! The …

Thursday, June 12th, 8:00 pm–9:30 pm

@Northampton Center for the Arts (33 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA 01060) 33 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton 01060 MA US

"Brownie Speaks" - Jazz Film Night by Northampton Jazz Festival

"Very touching....very moving. A great film about a great man!" -- Sonny Rollins A native of …

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May 1st-May 31st

Cornucopia - Natural Wellness Market (150 Main St, Suite 8 (in the Thornes Marketplace), Northampton MA 01060) 150 Main St, Suite 8 (in the Thornes Marketplace) Northampton 01060 MA US

May Sales are Marvelous

Cornucopia - Natural Wellness Market

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Friday, June 13th, 5:00 pm

@Northampton Center for the Arts (33 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA 01060) 33 Hawley St. Northampton 01060 MA US

June Arts Night Out at 33

ARTS NIGHT OUT AT 33 HAWLEY FRIDAY, June 13th, 5:00-8:00 PM Artist talk with Sunny Allis and Jae …

Friday, June 13th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Ryan Hollander

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Friday, June 13th, 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

@The Barb & Olive (319 Pleasant Street, Northampton MA ) 319 Pleasant Street Northampton MA US

Herbal & Botanical Night

Please join us for a delightful evening of delicious craft cocktails made from local seasonal …

Friday-Saturday, June 13th-14th, 06/13/2025 7:30 pm–06/14/2025 9:30 pm

@Academy of Music Theater (274 Main St, Northampton, MA 01060) 274 Main St Northampton 01060 MA US

Django in June

During the week of June 9-15, Django in June again plays host to world class artists and avid …

Friday, June 13th, 8:00 pm

@The Iron Horse (18 Center St., Northampton, MA) 20 Center Street Northampton 01060 MA US

Certified Entity: Pride Drag Night

Certified Entity: Pride Drag Night at The Iron Horse on Friday, June 13 2025 Do you live in scissor …

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Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 am–4:00 pm

@Forbes Library (Various gardens - Locations provided with ticket purchase) 20 West St Northampton 01060 MA US

Friends of Forbes Library Northampton Garden Tour

The Friends of Forbes Library Northampton Garden Tour will take place Saturday, June 14, 2025 from …

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Saturday, June 14th, 11:00 am–6:00 pm

@Farmers Market Plaza, 1 Kirkland Ave Northampton Massachusetts (247 Main St, Northampton MA 01060) 247 Main St Northampton 01060 MA US

The Third Annual Northampton Outdoor Vintage Book Fair

Northampton Outdoor Vintage Book Fair and Book SaleThe Third Annual Event!Saturday, June 14th, 11am …

Saturday, June 14th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Dan Thomas Trio

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Saturday, June 14th, 7:00 pm

@The Iron Horse (18 Center St., Northampton, MA) 20 Center Street Northampton 01060 MA US

The Bones of J.R. Jones w/Nigel Wearne

The Bones of J.R. Jones w/Nigel Wearne at The Iron Horse on Saturday, June 14 2025 “There was no …

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Sunday, June 15th, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Green Street Trio

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Sunday, June 15th, 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

@JJ's Tavern (99 Main Street, Florence, MA 01062) 99 Main Street, Florence, MA 01062 Northampton 01060 MA US

Father's day On the Chuckling Charlie Comedy bus

This Father's Day, Give Dad the Gift of Laughter! Hop aboard the Chuckling Charlie Comedy Bus for an …

Sunday, June 15th, 5:30 pm

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence MA) 130 Pine St Florence 01062 MA US

Soundscapes Vol. 1

An evening in 3 parts: Guided meditation and chakras clearing with bass drum, slow beats vibrations …

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Sunday, June 15th, 7:30 pm

Anna Moss at The Parlor Room

Anna Moss at The Parlor Room Sunday, June 15th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: $24 …

Tuesday, June 17th, 7:30 pm–10:30 pm

@City Sports Grille (525 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA 1063) 525 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA 1063 Northampton 01060 MA US

Saxophonist Eric Person and the Green Street Trio at City Sports Grille

Saxophonist Eric Person will perform with the Green Street Trio at City Sports Grille in Northampton …

Thursday, June 19th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Tobey Sol La-Roche

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Thursday, June 19th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Northampton Arts Council (240 Main Street #1, Northampton MA 01060) 240 Main Street #1 Northampton 01060 MA US

Wallace Field, Brittany Brideau

Bands on Brewster isn’t just a concert series—it’s a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, …

Friday, June 20th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Bailey Hayes

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Saturday, June 21st, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Ian Behrstock Trio

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Saturday, June 21st, 7:00 pm

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence MA) 130 Pine St Florence 01062 MA US

GAYSIANS Book Signing & Karaoke Party

Come celebrate the hometown release of GAYSIANS by award-winning Northampton author-illustrator Mike …

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Sunday, June 22nd, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Green Street Trio

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

Sunday, June 22nd, 7:00 pm

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence MA) 130 Pine St Florence 01062 MA US

Sonic Immersion

This multi-instrumental sound bath and full body listening experience will draw from an extensive …

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Wednesday, June 25th, 7:00 pm

@The Iron Horse (18 Center St., Northampton, MA) 20 Center Street Northampton 01060 MA US

John Carroll Kirby w/ William Alexander

John Carroll Kirby w/ William Alexander at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, June 25 2025 John Carroll …

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Thursday, June 26th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Summer on Strong (Strong Ave, Northampton MA 01060) Strong Ave Northampton 01060 MA US

Nate Martel

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather …

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Out & About

We talked to: The Coffee Chat

The Coffee Chat is a welcome addition to downtown Northampton, co-owned by Karim Iharratane. His enthusiasm, energy, and appreciation of community are truly inspiring. Check out what he had to say in our recent interview!

We talked to: Casey and Kyle of Nourish Wellness Cafe

We loved our chat with Casey and Kyle, owners of Nourish Wellness cafe. They have so much going on, from updates at their current location in Northampton to opening a new space in Easthampton!

We talked to: Leila of Northampton Bicycle and The Barb & Olive

Check out our interview with Leila of Northampton Bicycle (a downtown staple) and the thriving bar/event space that's part of the shop--The Barb & Olive!

Gift Cards Galore!

Accepted at over 80 places to shop, dine and more in Downtown Northampton, the Northampton Gift Card truly affords a perfect and completely customizable experience for the people you know that live in or love Northampton.

Plenty 'O Parking

Find a place to park downtown with our handy guide. From the parking garage to using the Parkmobile app for easy park-n-pay at any of the local lots, you'll find a place to park and experience downtown Northampton on foot!