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The Gaslight Tinkers - 9/10

Welcome to the 2026 Florence Summer Concert Series! We are super excited about this year’s lineup and program enhancements! As always, the concerts will take place every Thursday from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Florence Civic Center and are free to attend. The 2026 program will be 15 weeks and will run from June 4th through September 10th. Food trucks will be on-site each and every week as well!

David Nail: Down To The Studs - 9/11

David Nail: Down To The Studs at The Iron Horse on Friday, September 11 2026

The Taste of Northampton 2026 - 9/12-9/13

The Taste of Northampton Returns Sept. 12-13, 2026 Culinary Celebration Expands Back Home in the Armory Lot Location The highly anticipated Taste of Northampton is back for two full days of culinary delights on Sept. 12-13, 2026.

Pete Droge at The Parlor Room - 9/14

Pete Droge at The Parlor Room Sunday, September 14th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm

Resilience w/ Jessye DeSilva + Hazel Basil - 9/16

Trans Joy and Resilience w/ Jessye DeSilva + Hazel Basil at The Parlor Room Wednesday, September 16th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: $24

Song & Story Open Mic w/ Wallace Field at The Parlor Room - 9/16

Song and Story Open Mic at The Parlor Room 9/16, 10/28, 11/18, 12/16 SHOW: 6:30pm DOORS & SIGNUPS: 6:00pm FREE FOR MEMBERS

Tristan McIntosh & The Linda Ronstadt Experience - 9/18

Experience the voice, the passion, and the power of one of music’s most iconic artists with The Linda Ronstadt Experience —featuring American Idol star Tristan McIntosh at The Iron Horse on Friday September 18th

Vienna Teng - 9/20

Vienna Teng at The Iron Horse on Sunday, September 20 2026

Whitney w/ Emma Ogier - 9/21

Whitney w/ Emma Ogier at The Iron Horse on Monday, September 21 2026

Willis Alan Ramsey w/ Jake Klar - 9/23

Wednesday, September 23rd SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: $36 includes all fees prices increase on the day of the event

Margaret Glaspy w/ Anna Tivel - 9/24

Margaret Glaspy w/ Anna Tivel at The Iron Horse on Thursday, September 24 2026

Minyo Crusaders w/ DJ Bongohead + The Pangeans - 9/26

Minyo Crusaders w/ DJ Bongohead + The Pangeans at The Iron Horse on Saturday, September 26 2026

The Americana Slow Jam Workshop - 9/29

The Americana Slow Jam Workshop at The Parlor Room September 15th, 22nd, 29th & October 6th THE SLOW JAM - 8:00pm-9:00pm / DOORS: 7:45pm

Dan English at The Parlor Room - 10/1

Dan English at The Parlor Room Wednesday, October 1st SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: $19.20 includes all fees For the longing listener… The music of composer Dan English is the communing of the head and the heart sharing secrets.

Queer Kids Fest 2026 - 10/3

Queer Kids Fest is BACK for 2026! On Saturday, October 3, 10am-3:30pm, join us for a joyful festival of music, art, books, and creativity for 2SLGBTQIA+ kids, families, and allies at the Northampton Center for the Arts!

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Every Tuesday Until November 3rd, 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 …

Friday, September 11th, 7:00 am

@Shea Theater Arts Center (71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376) 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376 Northampton 01060 MA US

Recent History Performs Weezer’s 'Blue Album' Live

Celebrate three decades of power-pop perfection as Western Mass alternative rock group Recent …

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Friday, September 11th, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Smith College Museum of Art (20 Elm Street at Bedford Terrace, Northampton) 20 Elm Street at Bedford Terrace Northampton 01063 MA US

September 11 Second Friday @SCMA: Music and Color

From 4–8 p.m., explore four floors of art including the exhibition Composing Color: Paintings by …

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Friday, September 11th, 7:30 pm

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

Coral Moons at The Parlor Room

Coral Moons at The Parlor Room Thursday, September 11th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS …

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Friday, September 11th, 7:30 pm

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

The Faux Paws at The Parlor Room

The Faux Paws at The Parlor Room Friday, September 11th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS …

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Friday, September 11th, 7:00 pm

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

David Nail: Down To The Studs

David Nail: Down To The Studs at The Iron Horse on Friday, September 11 2026 Hailing from Kennett, …

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Saturday, September 12th, 5:00 pm

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

September Arts Night Out at 33

ARTS NIGHT OUT AT 33 HAWLEY FRIDAY, September 12th, 5:00-8:00 PM Artist talk at 7pm with Mariana …

Saturday, September 12th, 8:00 pm

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

Graham Nash - Live on Tour 2026

DSP presale begins Thursday, May 7th at 10:00 AM with promo code distributed by their newsletter. …

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Saturday, September 12th, 7:00 pm

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

Rainy Day People - The Gordon Lightfoot & Jim Croce Tribute

Rainy Day People - The Gordon Lightfoot & Jim Croce Tribute at The Iron Horse on Saturday, September …

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Saturday, September 12th, 10:00 pm

@Look Park (300 N Main St., Florence, MA 01062) 300 N Main St., Florence, MA 01062 Northampton 01060 MA US

Division of Mind, Mongrel, Castillo, Resurrection

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Sunday, September 13th, 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

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

Whiskey Tasting

A Whiskey Tasting of Bourbons & Ryes and the various factors contributing to their flavor profile. …

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Sunday, September 13th, 3:30 pm

@All Out Adventures Inc (297 Pleasant St, Northampton, MA ) 297 Pleasant St, Northampton, MA Northampton 01060 MA US

Lori Diamond & Fred Abatelli & Anelise and Her Family Band

This extraordinary organization makes adventure accessible to all! You know how we feel about …

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Sunday, September 13th, 3:30 pm

@All Out Adventures Inc (297 Pleasant St, Northampton, MA ) 297 Pleasant St, Northampton, MA Northampton 01060 MA US

All Out Adventures Annual Kayakathon!

We love performing at this super-fun fundraiser for All Out Adventures. They are doing amazing …

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Monday, September 14th, 7:30 pm

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

Pete Droge at The Parlor Room

Pete Droge at The Parlor Room Sunday, September 14th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING …

Wednesday, September 16th, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm

@Klingenstein Browsing Room, Neilson Library, Smith College (7 Neilson Drive, Northampton, MA 01063) 7 Neilson Drive, Northampton, MA 01063 Northampton 01060 MA US

From Eggplant to Tomato

Today, the fruits of certain edible nightshades, like eggplants and tomatoes, are associated with …

Wednesday, September 16th, 6:30 pm

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

Song & Story Open Mic w/ Wallace Field at The Parlor Room

Song and Story Open Mic at The Parlor Room 9/16, 10/28, 11/18, 12/16 SHOW: 6:30pm DOORS & SIGNUPS: …

Wednesday, September 16th, 7:30 pm

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

Resilience w/ Jessye DeSilva + Hazel Basil

Trans Joy and Resilience w/ Jessye DeSilva + Hazel Basil at The Parlor Room Wednesday, September …

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Wednesday, September 16th, 7:00 pm

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

Bettye LaVette

Bettye LaVette at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, September 16 2026 An intimate evening with Bettye …

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Thursday, September 17th, 7:00 pm–12:00 am

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

Olivia Ellen Lloyd & Dylan Earl

Olivia Ellen Lloyd will try anything once. From flight attendant school in Dallas to producing …

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Thursday, September 17th, 8:00 pm

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

Damien Jurado w/ St. Yuma

Damien Jurado w/ St. Yuma at The Iron Horse on Thursday, September 17 2026 “Play on, there’s no such …

Friday, September 18th, 10:00 am–10:30 am

@High Five Books (141 N Main St, Florence, MA 01062, USA) 141 N. Main Street FLORENCE 01062 MA US

STORYTIME: 'Emmalina is Still Nursing' with Meghan Armstrong

Join High Five Books and local author Meghan Armstrong for a reading of her sweet bilingual English/ …

Friday, September 18th, 7:00 pm–12:00 am

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

Tristan McIntosh & The Linda Ronstadt Experience

Experience the voice, the passion, and the power of one of music’s most iconic artists with The …

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Saturday, September 19th, 10:00 am–10:30 pm

@High Five Books (141 N. Main Street) 141 N. Main Street FLORENCE 01062 MA US

FAMILY STORYTIME: 'The Color Monster' with The WillowRoot Collective

Join High Five Books and local caretakers Mel and Sarah from The WillowRoot Collective for a reading …

Saturday, September 19th, 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

@Downtown Florence (Downtown Florence) 130 Pine St Florence 01062 MA US

Flo Fest - 2026

Flo Fest is a community-powered celebration in the heart of Florence, Massachusetts. Emerging from …

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Saturday, September 19th, 6:00 pm–12:00 am

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

Seth Glier

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Sunday, September 20th, 7:30 pm

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

Ordinary Elephant at The Parlor Room

Ordinary Elephant at The Parlor Room Saturday, September 20th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS …

Sunday, September 20th, 7:00 pm

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

Vienna Teng

Vienna Teng at The Iron Horse on Sunday, September 20 2026 Some songs are the life of the party. …

Monday, September 21st, 8:00 pm

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

Whitney w/ Emma Ogier

Whitney w/ Emma Ogier at The Iron Horse on Monday, September 21 2026 Whitney return to the road in …

Wednesday, September 23rd, 7:30 pm

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

Willis Alan Ramsey w/ Jake Klar

Wednesday, September 23rd SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING AT: $36 includes all fees …

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 7:00 pm

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

Infinity Song

Infinity Song at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, September 23 2026 Infinity Song is a Soft Rock band …

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Thursday, September 24th, 7:00 pm

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

Margaret Glaspy w/ Anna Tivel

Margaret Glaspy w/ Anna Tivel at The Iron Horse on Thursday, September 24 2026 In an era of excess …

Friday, September 25th, 4:00 pm–12:00 am

@Various establishments in downtown Northampton (Downtown, Northampton, MA 1063) Downtown, Northampton, MA 1063 Northampton 01060 MA US

Jazz Strut by Northampton Jazz Festival

We kick off the 2026 Northampton Jazz Festival’s 15th year with the Jazz Strut on Friday Sept. 25. …

Friday, September 25th, 7:30 pm

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

Mary Fahl

Mary Fahl at The Parlor Room Friday, September 25th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING …

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Friday, September 25th, 8:00 pm

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

Panic Shack

Panic Shack at The Iron Horse on Friday, September 25 2026 If there's one thing Panic Shack know, …

Saturday-Sunday, September 26th-27th, 09/26/2026 10:00 am–09/27/2026 5:00 pm

@Downtown Northampton (Main Street) 240 Main Street #1 Northampton 01060 MA US

Fun Sized Tiny Public Art Festival

This fall, downtown Northampton will become home to a citywide treasure hunt of miniature public …

Saturday, September 26th, 7:30 pm

@Academy of Music Theatre (274 Main Street, Northampton, MA 01060) 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton 01060 MA US

Northampton Jazz Fest presents saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin WE DREAM

Six-time GRAMMY nominee Lakecia Benjamin is an alto saxophonist, arranger, composer, bandleader and …

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Saturday, September 26th, 6:30 pm

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

Sufi-Buddhist Fusion Soundbath

+++Rescheduled Date!+++ Schedule Conversation: 6:30pm Soundbath: 7:00pm Oh yes, you read that right! …

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Saturday, September 26th, 7:30 pm

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

Jenna Nicholls at The Parlor Room

Jenna Nicholls at The Parlor Room Friday, September 26th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS …

Saturday, September 26th, 7:00 pm

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

Minyo Crusaders w/ DJ Bongohead + The Pangeans

Minyo Crusaders w/ DJ Bongohead + The Pangeans at The Iron Horse on Saturday, September 26 2026 The …

Sunday, September 27th, 1:30 pm

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

Aztec Two-Step

Aztec Two-Step at The Parlor Room Sunday, September 27th SHOW: 1:30pm / DOORS: 1:00pm TICKETS …

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Sunday, September 27th, 4:00 pm

@Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence, MA 1062) 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA 1062 Northampton 01060 MA US

Choro Noho 2026

Our region is home to Choro Camp New England, which offers musicians an opportunity to dive deep …

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Sunday, September 27th, 8:00 pm

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

Squirrel Flower w/ youbet

Squirrel Flower w/ youbet at The Iron Horse on Sunday, September 27 2026 Fly off the handle …

Tuesday, September 29th, 8:00 pm

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

The Americana Slow Jam Workshop

The Americana Slow Jam Workshop at The Parlor Room September 15th, 22nd, 29th & October 6th THE SLOW …

Tuesday, September 29th, 7:00 pm

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

ALI

ALI at The Iron Horse on Tuesday, September 29 2026 Ali is a three-piece musical project originating …

Thursday, October 1st, 7:30 pm

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

Dan English at The Parlor Room

Dan English at The Parlor Room Wednesday, October 1st SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS STARTING …

Friday, October 2nd, 7:30 pm

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

Old Hat Stringband

Old Hat Stringband at The Parlor Room Friday, October 2nd SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm TICKETS …

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Friday, October 2nd, 7:00 pm

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

Sue Foley - One Guitar Woman

Sue Foley - One Guitar Woman at The Iron Horse on Friday, October 2 2026 VIP / Meet & Greet: $60 …

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Saturday, October 3rd, 10:00 am–3:30 pm

@Northampton Center for the Arts (33 Hawley St, Northampton, MA 01060, USA) 141 N. Main Street FLORENCE 01062 MA US

Queer Kids Fest 2026

Queer Kids Fest is BACK for 2026! On Saturday, October 3, 10am-3:30pm, join us for a joyful festival …

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Out & About

Follow-up with Suzette French Crêperie

We recently checked back in with Suzette French Crêperie! Read about what's new and delicious at this beloved eatery.

We talked to: Jennifer Ewers of Edward Jones

We recently had an illuminating conversation with Jennifer Ewers, a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones on Market Street. Jenny is dedicated to her work, committed to helping others, and loves Northampton deeply. We are so fortunate to have Jenny as an integral part of downtown!

We talked to: Tapestry's Harm Reduction

We recently had the pleasure of speaking with the amazing Katy Lessard, Program Manager of Tapestry's Hampshire and Franklin County Harm Reduction locations. Her motivation, commitment to serving people, and community spirit are truly awe-inspiring. Please enjoy our interview!

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!