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Paradise City Arts Festival - 5/23-5/25

This Memorial Day weekend, Northampton transforms into the nation’s premier destination for lovers of the handmade and the high-end.

Family Storytime: 'Lydia Loves Bugs' with local author Heidi E.Y. Stemple - 5/23

Join us and local author Heidi E.Y. Stemple for a celebratory launch of her springy new picture book, LYDIA LOVE BUGS, illustrated by Yuliya Pankratova, on Saturday, May 23, from 10-10:30am.

tr willits - Album Release Concert - 5/26

tr willits - Album Release Concert at The Iron Horse on Tuesday, May 26 2026

Saha Gnawa - 5/28

Saha Gnawa at The Iron Horse on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Yiddish Soundbath with Chaia - 5/28

Join Bombyx, the Yiddish Book Center, and Beit Ahavah for an immersive sound experience led by Kleztronica artist Chaia and violinist Rachel Leader.

FAMILY STORYTIME: 'Rainbow Cookies' with local author Lesléa Newman - 5/30

Join us and local author Lesléa Newman for a celebratory launch of her inclusive new picture book, RAINBOW COOKIES, illustrated by Z.B. Asterplume, on Saturday, May 30, from 10-10:30am. Storytime is free and no registration is required to attend.

Mountain River Taiko - 5/31

Mountain River Taiko, Bombyx’s resident taiko group, is thrilled to be back on the Bombyx stage with another family-friendly, multi-disciplinary event in celebration of Japanese culture! Tsudoi means a gathering among friends.

Fundraiser for the Children Advocacy Center w/ Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem, Peter Mulvey, Pamela Means - 6/2

Fundraiser for the Children Advocacy Center w/ Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem, Peter Mulvey, Pamela Means at The Iron Horse on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Jon Pousette-Dart , Acoustic Duo with Jim Chapdelaine - 6/6

Jon Pousette-Dart , Acoustic Duo with Jim Chapdelaine at The Iron Horse on Saturday, June 6 2026

House of Hamill - 6/11

House of Hamill at The Iron Horse on Thursday, June 11 2026

Liz Longley w/ Fleuke - 6/12

Liz Longley w/ Fleuke at The Iron Horse on Friday, June 12 2026

Murder Mystery Dinner - 6/13

It's back! Join us for this season's murder mystery dinner event! Enjoy a catered buffet dinner, a glass of fine wine, and help us solve a mystery. There will be a raffle prize for one of our guests who solve the murder correctly!

The Bad Plus Farewell Tour - 6/17

The Bad Plus Farewell Tour at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, June 17 2026

Moondance: The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert - 6/20

Moondance: The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute Concert at The Iron Horse on Saturday, June 20 2026

An Evening with Shawn Colvin - 6/23

An Evening with Shawn Colvin at The Iron Horse on Tuesday, June 23 2026

Delicate Steve w/ Aggie Miller - 6/26

Delicate Steve w/ Aggie Miller at The Iron Horse on Friday, June 26 2026

Shooting Star Bad Company Tribute - 6/28

Get ready to rock out live with Shooting Star, the ultimate Bad Company tribute band!

Jason Newsted & The Chophouse Band - 7/1

Jason Newsted & The Chophouse Band at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, July 1 2026

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Friday-Sunday, January 30th-June 28th

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

New Exhibition opens at SCMA: “Don’t mind if I do”

Find a comfortable seat and see the Smith College Museum of Art a little differently. "Don’t mind if …

Tuesday-Tuesday, March 24th-June 2nd, 03/24/2026 5:30 pm–06/02/2026 7:00 pm

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Affirming Voices

Queer Joy Collaborative is launching Affirming Voices, a gender-affirming voice training program for …

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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, May 22nd, 7:30 pm

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

Todd Albright + Roy Book Binder

Todd Albright + Roy Book Binder at The Parlor Room Friday, May 22nd SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm …

Friday, May 22nd, 7:00 pm

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

Andrew Duhon: STOP MOTION TOUR ‘26

Andrew Duhon: STOP MOTION TOUR ‘26 at The Iron Horse on Friday, May 22 2026 Born, raised, shaped, …

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Saturday-Monday, May 23rd-25th, 05/23/2026 10:00 am–05/25/2026 6:00 pm

@Three County Fairgrounds (54 Old Ferry Road, off Route 9 Northampton, MA 01060) 54 Old Ferry Rd Northampton 01060 MA US

Paradise City Arts Festival

This Memorial Day weekend, Northampton transforms into the nation’s premier destination for lovers …

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Saturday, May 23rd, 10:00 am–10:30 am

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

Family Storytime: 'Lydia Loves Bugs' with local author Heidi E.Y. Stemple

Join us and local author Heidi E.Y. Stemple for a celebratory launch of her springy new picture …

Tuesday, May 26th, 7:00 pm

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

tr willits - Album Release Concert

tr willits - Album Release Concert at The Iron Horse on Tuesday, May 26 2026 Northampton-based tr’s …

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Thursday, May 28th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Tobey Sol LaRoche

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

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Thursday, May 28th, 7:00 pm

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

Yiddish Soundbath with Chaia

Join Bombyx, the Yiddish Book Center, and Beit Ahavah for an immersive sound experience led by …

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Thursday, May 28th, 7:00 pm

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

Saha Gnawa

Saha Gnawa at The Iron Horse on Thursday, May 28 2026

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Friday, May 29th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Sarah Clay & The Starcats

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

Friday, May 29th, 7:00 pm

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

The Bow Bow Bash

The Bow Bow Bash at The Iron Horse on Friday, May 29 2026 A Night of Music, Community & …

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Saturday, May 30th, 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

FAMILY STORYTIME: 'Rainbow Cookies' with local author Lesléa Newman

Join us and local author Lesléa Newman for a celebratory launch of her inclusive new picture book, …

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Saturday, May 30th, 1:00 pm–7:00 pm

@Train Lot - Look Memorial Park (300 North Main Street) 300 N Main St. Florence 01062 MA US

Springtacular at Look Park

🎶🌸 Springtacular Music Lineup is Here! 🌸🎶 Get ready for an incredible day of live music at Look Park …

Saturday, May 30th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Ben Sun Ho

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

Sunday, May 31st, 1:00 pm–4:30 pm

@4th floor of the Fitzwilly's building (25 Main St. #444 Northampton MA) 25 Main St. #444 Northampton MA Northampton 01060 MA US

NOHO FLOW & JUGGLE

Dates: Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 29, April 26, May 31 Hey Flowmies! It's been a while! I'm so excited …

Sunday, May 31st, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Masala Jazz

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

Sunday, May 31st, 3:00 pm–7:00 pm

@Northampton Center for the Arts (33 Hawley St, Northampton, MA 01061) 33 Hawley St, Northampton, MA 01061 Northampton 01060 MA US

Villarreal/Crom live tango music & dance

**Juan Villarreal and Patricio Crom** are one of the most recognized duos in the tango scene in the …

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Sunday, May 31st, 4:00 pm

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

Mountain River Taiko

Mountain River Taiko, Bombyx’s resident taiko group, is thrilled to be back on the Bombyx stage with …

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Sunday, May 31st, 7:00 pm

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

Dan Zukergood, Ginny Elkin, Johnny Joelson

Dan Zukergood, Ginny Elkin, Johnny Joelson at The Iron Horse on Sunday, May 31 2026 ft. Tracy …

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Every Monday Until August 31st, 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

@EJ Gare Plaza (44 Armory Street) 44 Armory Street Northampton 01060 MA US

Salsa in the Plaza

The City of Northampton, in partnership with Dancenjoy, is proud to announce the return of Salsa in …

Monday, June 1st, 7:00 pm

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

Downtown Sounds 50th Anniversary Celebration ft. Behold True Believers! King Radio, Lonesome Brothers, Downtown Sounds Workers Cooperative Band + more!

Downtown Sounds 50th Anniversary Celebration ft. Behold True Believers! King Radio, Lonesome …

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Tuesday, June 2nd, 7:00 pm

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

Fundraiser for the Children Advocacy Center w/ Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem, Peter Mulvey, Pamela Means

Fundraiser for the Children Advocacy Center w/ Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem, Peter Mulvey, Pamela Means …

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Thursday, June 4th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Tony Silva

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

Thursday, June 4th, 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

Joshua Ray Walker

Joshua grew up listening to the 80's and 90's pop country that played on his parents car radio like …

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Thursday, June 4th, 7:00 pm

@Union Station Northampton (125A Pleasant St, Northampton, MA 01060) 125A Pleasant St, Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton 01060 MA US

Live Band Burlesque

Doors at 7:00. Show at 8:00. Live Band Burlesque. Jazz. Rock. Glitter. Glam. Featured Dancers: …

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Friday, June 5th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - The Eggmen (Beatles Tribute)

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

Saturday, June 6th, 1:00 pm–7:00 pm

@Kaleidoscope Pottery (1 Cottage Street Studio 404 (4th Floor), Easthampton, MA 01027) 1 Cottage Street Studio 404 (4th Floor), Easthampton, MA 01027 Northampton 01060 MA US

Kaleidoscope Pottery Open Studio

Visit the Studio and shop in person! This is a rare chance for in-person sales in our studio. All …

Saturday, June 6th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Mary Witt & the O-Tones

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

Saturday, June 6th, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

@Hidden Temple (221 Pine St. Florence, MA 01062) 221 Pine St. Florence, MA 01062 Northampton 01060 MA US

Eros & Grief

Erotic life force energy does not comprehend our separation of emotions, sex and God. In …

Saturday, June 6th, 7:30 pm

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

Ryan Lee Crosby + Joel Veena

Ryan Lee Crosby + Joel Veena at The Parlor Room Saturday, June 6th SHOW: 7:30pm / DOORS: 7:00pm …

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Saturday, June 6th, 7:00 pm

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

Jon Pousette-Dart , Acoustic Duo with Jim Chapdelaine

Jon Pousette-Dart , Acoustic Duo with Jim Chapdelaine at The Iron Horse on Saturday, June 6 2026 Jon …

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Sunday, June 7th, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm

@South Congregational Church, Amherst (1066 South East St., Amherst MA) 1066 South East St., Amherst MA Northampton 01060 MA US

Seas, Birds and Trees

“New Songs for an Old Poet” is a series of four concerts spanning July 2025 through June 2026. …

Sunday, June 7th, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Green Street Trio

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

Sunday, June 7th, 7:00 pm–12:00 am

@Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity (130 Pine Street, Florence, MA 01062) 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA 01062 Northampton 01060 MA US

Sirius Quartet

"...a stellar ensemble that transforms standard chamber music frameworks with exceptional playing, …

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Sunday, June 7th, 7:00 pm

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

Melissa Ferrick

Melissa Ferrick at The Iron Horse on Sunday, June 7 2026 30 years into a prolific career as a genre …

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Wednesday, June 10th, 7:00 pm

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

Mekons

mekons w/ 'after show mekonic disco'

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Thursday, June 11th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Dave Dersham

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

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Thursday, June 11th, 8:00 pm–9:30 pm

@Northampton Center for the Arts (33 Hawley Street) P.O. Box 631 Northampton 01061 MA US

The Girls In The Band, a Feature Documentary

THE GIRLS IN THE BAND tells the poignant, untold stories of female jazz and big band …

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Thursday, June 11th, 7:00 pm

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

House of Hamill

House of Hamill at The Iron Horse on Thursday, June 11 2026 House of Hamill owes its existence - …

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Friday, June 12th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Helen Hummel

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

Friday, June 12th, 7:30 pm–9:30 pm

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

Django in June

For over 20 years, Django in June has been bringing world class jazz manouche -- that is, jazz in …

Friday, June 12th, 7:00 pm

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

Liz Longley w/ Fleuke

Liz Longley w/ Fleuke at The Iron Horse on Friday, June 12 2026 Liz Longley is a Nashville-based …

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Saturday, June 13th, 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

@Mineral Hills Winery (592 Sylvester Rd, Florence MA 01062) 592 Sylvester Rd Florence 01062 MA US

Murder Mystery Dinner

It's back! Join us for this season's murder mystery dinner event! Enjoy a catered buffet dinner, a …

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Saturday, June 13th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Summer on Strong - Moon Hollow

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

Sunday, June 14th, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

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Summer on Strong - The Soulful Jazz Trio

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

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Sunday, June 14th, 7:00 pm

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

David Wax Museum & Lowland Hum present The Golden Hours

David Wax Museum & Lowland Hum present The Golden Hours at The Iron Horse on Sunday, June 14 2026 …

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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!