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Tommy Brennan - 6/20

How We Burn stands as a rock/country rock ensemble rooted in Boston, blending heartfelt storytelling with a dynamic sound.

Tom Walz - 6/27

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

Summer Craft: Make an Adventure Bag & Leaf Notebook - 6/27

Get set for summer with these essential fantasy-themed accessories, as seen in The Big Book of Fantasy Kid Crafts!

Jazz is Dead: Gyedu-Blay Ambolley - 7/2

Gyedu Blay Ambolley is a musical luminary hailing from Ghana, West Africa, with a staggering 29 albums under his belt.

The Greys - 7/3

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

The Noble Heine (New Songs for an Old Poet, concert 2) - 7/6

“New Songs for an Old Poet” is a series of four concerts spanning May through December 2025.

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.

Jon Pousette-Dart (acoustic duo) w/ Alice Howe & Freebo - 7/18

Jon Pousette-Dart (acoustic duo) w/ Alice Howe & Freebo at The Iron Horse on Friday, July 18, 2025.

The Swell Season - 7/25

The Swell Season: 2025 North American Tour

The Femmes - 7/25

The Femmes are an all-woman and non-binary wedding band specializing in songs by female and non-binary artists.

Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG (The Revival) - 7/29

The Torch Song Revival Collective, in association with the Easthampton Theatre Company, presents Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG!

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, …

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 …

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, 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, 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 …

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

The Chuckling Charlie Comedy Bus Fathers Day Special

Make This Father's Day One to Remember Join us for a Comedy Bus Tour He'll Be Laughing About for …

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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 …

Friday, June 20th, 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

@The Deck Bar (125A Pleasant St., Northampton MA ) 125A Pleasant St. Northampton MA US

Tommy Brennan

How We Burn stands as a rock/country rock ensemble rooted in Boston, blending heartfelt storytelling …

Friday, June 20th, 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

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

Charlotte Roth

Welcoming to The Deck for the very first time, Charlotte Roth! Charlotte is described as a dash of …

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, 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

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

Northampton Family Fourth Celebration

Get ready for a night of family fun, fireworks, and community spirit! The Northampton Family Fourth …

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 …

Thursday, June 26th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Avery Joi

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

Thursday, June 26th, 7:00 pm–9:00 pm

@Progression Brewing (9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060) 9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton 01060 MA US

Bonsai Workshop at Progression Brewing

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! …

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Thursday, June 26th, 7:00 pm

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

Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters

Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters at The Iron Horse on Thursday, June 26 2025 The music of …

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Friday, June 27th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Tom Walz

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

Saturday, June 28th, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Jimmy Gavagan

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

Saturday, June 28th, 7:30 pm–9:00 pm

@Helen Hills Hills Chapel (123-125 Elm Street , Northampton MA) 123-125 Elm Street , Northampton MA Northampton 01060 MA US

Choro Noho 2025

If you are new to choro, you are in for a treat. The genre began to take shape in mid-19th century …

Saturday, June 28th, 10:00 am

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

Eggshell Mosaic Workshop

Eggs have been used by artists for centuries, whether painted, decorated, or intricately carved. …

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Saturday, June 28th, 7:00 pm

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

An Evening With Rickie Lee Jones

An Evening With Rickie Lee Jones at The Iron Horse on Saturday, June 28 2025 Rickie Lee Jones is an …

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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

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Sunday, June 29th, 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 …

Wednesday, July 2nd, 7:00 pm

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

Jazz is Dead: Gyedu-Blay Ambolley

Jazz is Dead: Gyedu-Blay Ambolley at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, July 2 2025 Gyedu Blay Ambolley is …

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Thursday, July 3rd, 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 Greys

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

Saturday, July 5th, 6:00 pm

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

Kasey Chambers & Sunny Sweeney

Australian country music royalty, Kasey Chambers, whose distinctive voice, heart-felt lyrics and …

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Thursday, July 10th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

Simple Friend, Ribboncandy, King Radio

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

Friday, July 11th, 5:00 pm

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

July Arts Night Out at 33

ARTS NIGHT OUT AT 33 HAWLEY FRIDAY, July 11th, 5:00-8:00 PM Artist talk at 7 pm with Robin Griffith …

Friday, July 11th, 7:00 pm

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

Big Freedia

Big Freedia at The Iron Horse on Friday, July 11 2025 Known as the larger-than-life ambassador of …

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Saturday, July 12th, 7:00 pm

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

Danny Klein's Full House

Danny Klein's Full House at The Iron Horse on Saturday, July 12 2025 Daniel Klein is an original …

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Monday, July 14th, 7:00 pm

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

Jon Spencer

Jon Spencer at The Iron Horse on Monday, July 14 2025 Jon Spencer teams up with Kendall Wind and …

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Thursday, July 17th, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

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

17 – Hannah Mohan, Stefan Weiner

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

Thursday, July 17th, 7:00 pm

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

The Bright Light Social Hour (MEMBER'S DISCOVERY SERIES)

The Bright Light Social Hour (MEMBER'S DISCOVERY SERIES) at The Iron Horse on Thursday, July 17 2025 …

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Friday, July 18th, 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

@The Deck at Union Station (125A Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA 01060) 125A Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton 01060 MA US

Catrick

Catrick is a 3-piece band that plays primarily original music and some 90's/2000's alternative rock …

Friday, July 18th, 7:00 pm

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

Jon Pousette-Dart (acoustic duo) w/ Alice Howe & Freebo

Jon Pousette-Dart (acoustic duo) w/ Alice Howe & Freebo at The Iron Horse on Friday, July 18 2025 …

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Sunday, July 20th, 7:00 pm

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

Samantha Crain w/Kalyn Fay

Samantha Crain w/Kalyn Fay at The Iron Horse on Sunday, July 20 2025 Samantha Crain is a …

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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!