Arts & Entertainment

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Northampton has always been synonymous with arts & entertainment here in western Massachusetts. It is a cultural hub where artists, musicians, and entertainers of all kinds have gathered and collaborated to create one-of-a-kind experiences. Check out what's happening below.

Upcoming Events

@Tuesday Market

Tuesday Farmers' Market

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

@129 Main Street

Tango Class! Lean to dance with us!

Thursdays 7:00PM - Beginners Thursdays 8:30PM - Intermediate / Advance Come with us to practice and …

@Hosmer Gallery at Forbes Library, 20 West St., Northampton

Photography by Virginia Sandman, Ken Kipen, and Paul Griffin

Black and white photography inspired by nature, travel, dreams, myth, history, and light. Artists …

@City Sports Grill

City Sports Swing

Your Tuesdays are about to swing! Join us at City Sports Grill (the bar inside of the Northampton …

@Little Miss Flo's Ice Cream Shop

Florence Ice Cream Social

Does anyone like free ice cream? If so, join us next Wednesday afternoon, October 4th, between 3-6PM …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Al Stewart & The Empty Pockets

Al Stewart and his band The Empty Pockets will be playing old favorites like “Year Of The Cat”, …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

High Five Books presents author Alex Gino

This October, life gets a little more colorful: Superstar middle-grade author Alex Gino returns to …

@Sage Hall, Smith College

Jazz Concert and Talk with Carli Muñoz, former pianist of the Beach Boys

A book talk and a jazz concert by Carli Muñoz, Puerto Rican jazz sensation and former pianist of the …

@3 County Fairgrounds

29th Annual Paradise City Arts Festival

New England’s most extraordinary show featuring 220 of America’s finest artists and makers. Stroll …

@3 County Fairgrounds

29th Annual Paradise City Arts Festival

New England’s most extraordinary show featuring 220 of America’s finest artists and makers. Stroll …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Bab L’ Bluz

Signed to Peter Gabriel’s Real World record label, Bab L’ Bluz are reclaiming the blues for North …

@Spill the Tea Sis Apothecary

Downtown Northampton Sunday Block Party: Halloween Market

Come Join Us Sunday October 8th from 11am until 5 pm for another edition of our Downtown Northampton …

@3 County Fairgrounds

29th Annual Paradise City Arts Festival

New England’s most extraordinary show featuring 220 of America’s finest artists and makers. Stroll …

@City Sports Grill

City Sports Swing

Your Tuesdays are about to swing! Join us at City Sports Grill (the bar inside of the Northampton …

@122 Green St

New Play Reading Series: Hidden in Plain Sight by Yewon Park ’25

The Smith College Department of Theatre presents a new play reading series. Yewon Park ‘25 tells the …

@Downtown Northampton

13th Annual Northampton Chalk Art Festival

It's back! This October, we are celebrating the 13th annual Northampton Chalk Art Festival! From …

@Wurst Haus

Jon Berman

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@60 Elm St

Montage: Happy/Sad

The Smith College Department of Music presents Montage: Happy/Sad for Family Weekend. Enjoy favorite …

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@183 Main Street, Northampton

October New Moon In Libra ~ Social & Service with Kaia Fox @ Spill the Tea Sis Apothecary

So what’s all the hype about New Moon Service & Social?!? Let’s spill the tea! After many requests …

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@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

The Flo-Jam: Bombyx Contact Improv Class & Jam | 10/14/2023

Two Showtimes: 9:30am and 11:00 am. See link for details.Contact Improvisation is an honoring of …

@Montessori School of Northampton

Children's Fair

Join us for pumpkin painting, face painting, hay search, bean bag toss, giant Jenga, giant Connect …

@John M. Green Hall

Montage: Happy/Sad

The Smith College Department of Music presents *Montage: Happy/Sad* for Family Weekend. Enjoy …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Transhealth Presents: The Fat Sex Therapist

Transhealth is proud to present a talk by The Fat Sex Therapist, Sonalee Rashataur. Popularly known …

@198 Sylvester Rd., Florence MA 01062

DRIED FLOWER/PUMPKIN WORKSHOP - Morning session

Come on over to the farm and make this ADORABLE dried flower pumpkin arrangement! We'll have …

Local Entertainment & Arts Organizations

Entertainment + Other

Lilly Library

Lilly Library is located in the heart of downtown Florence and has been serving the community since 1890.

Art + Entertainment

Northampton Center for the Arts

The Northampton Center for the Arts (NCFA) provides affordable space for artists, performers, and educators while developing programming dedicated to arts education, multidisciplinary collaborations, …

Art

Webber & Grinnell Insurance

As a locally owned agency, Webber and Grinnell has provided insurance protection for thousands of individuals and businesses throughout the Pioneer Valley for over 150 years. The stability, …

Entertainment

Florence Civic & Business Association

Fostering a spirit of community, collaboration, and citizen engagement in the village of Florence, Massachusetts.

Entertainment

Helen Hills Chapel

The Center for Religious & Spiritual Life has offices at the Helen Hills Hills Chapel, located on Elm Street across from the Office of Admission. The chapel has a large space on the main floor for …

Art + Entertainment + Music + Nightlife

Academy of Music Theatre

In the late 19th century, Edward H.R. Lyman, a philanthropist and Northampton native, had a vision for a new venue for culture and theater in his hometown.  On May 23, 1891, the then 1000-seat …

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music

Spare Time Northampton and City Sports Grille

Spare Time Entertainment is the Northeast’s largest private, family-owned bowling enterprise. We pride ourselves on customer service and on providing our bowlers with the latest state-of-the-art …

Art + Entertainment + Music

A.P.E. Gallery

Available Potential Enterprises, Ltd. supports contemporary artists working in all disciplines, by preserving and supporting the spaces in which they create, perform and exhibit their work.

Art + Entertainment + Music

BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

BOMBYX is a non-profit organization established to steward the property at 130 Pine Street, in Florence, Massachusetts - a historic gathering place founded by abolitionists who championed …

Art + Shopping

Groundings

Groundings is a hidden gem of a shop. We have the largest selection of Tarot and Oracle cards in Western MA! Over 400 different varieties of gemstones and counting! An artisan gallery, …

Entertainment

WHMP

WHMP is a radio station broadcasting a news/talk format. Licensed to Northampton, Massachusetts, it serves the Pioneer Valley.

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Outdoor Dining

Northampton Country Club

Founded in 1898, The Northampton Country Club combines a challenging golf course with a pleasing array of modern amenities – including a custom designed pool, updated clubhouse with a full restaurant, …

Entertainment + Other

Aligned Events LLC

Aligned Events is a full service wedding and event planning company based out of Northampton, MA.  Our services include customized event planning, management and design services and we serve New …

Entertainment

Valley Advocate

Your alternative source for news, arts and entertainment in the Pioneer Valley for over 40 years.

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music + Nightlife + Outdoor Dining + Summer on Strong

Progression Brewing Co.

At Progression everything starts within our taproom walls. This special brewery that we call home is a place for our community to gather, and it is this community that keeps us constantly striving …

Art + Entertainment + Shopping

Smith College Museum of Art (SCMA)

From its beginnings in the 1870s, the Smith College Museum of Art (SCMA) has been guided by the understanding that original works of art can be a powerful component of the liberal arts education, …

Art + Beauty/Wellness

Positively Africana, LLC

Our goal is to unite members of our community from diverse backgrounds through dance, fitness, and cultural exchange for peace, justice and hope. We boost our mental and physical health, …

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Shopping

Thornes Marketplace

Today Thornes, under its familiar green awning, teems with traffic exploring the sights, sounds and smells of a contemporary bazaar. Locals and visitors alike are attracted to the vibrant colors and …

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music

13th Floor Music Lounge

Intimate, laid-back atmosphere. Full bar. Full PA. Stage/lights/walk-out deck. Hosting music, arts, theater, comedy, and more. Local music nightly!

Art + Entertainment + Music

Northampton Arts Council

The Northampton Arts Council works to support and nurture the arts in the city of Northampton. The Council awards grants twice (as well as other grants on a rolling basis) each year to artists and …

Art + Entertainment + Shopping

R. Michelson Galleries

R. Michelson Galleries is the largest commercial art gallery in western Massachusetts. Art originally exhibited at R. Michelson Galleries now hangs in many of the most prestigious museums in America, …

Entertainment + Music + Nightlife

Bishop's Lounge

Bishop’s Lounge offers nightly music with a relaxed atmosphere. Music genres range from reggae to dance, and rock to funk; with open mic takeover and DJ on site you will not be disappointed. Bishop’s …

Art

United Way of Hampshire County

United Way of Hampshire County engages and inspires the people, employers, and organizations of Hampshire County to give, advocate, and volunteer on behalf of our community. Our vision is that all …

Art + Entertainment

Pulaski Park

Pulaski Park is centrally located on Main Street in downtown Northampton. The one acre municipal park provides a natural space for all to enjoy including shade trees, walkways, benches and a play …

Art + Beauty/Wellness

Haven Body Arts Inc.

Haven Body Arts is a female owned & operated body art studio located in Northampton, MA. HBA brings you the most progressive body art, tattoos, and piercings in the valley.  We offer a large …

Art + Entertainment

Ascendance Inner World Arts

Ascendance is a studio where the individual expressive voice can be explored, where the art of dance is practiced and trained, and where we celebrate the confluence of individuality and community.

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Entertainment

WRSI The River

93.9 & 101.5 The River - Different is good

Art

Smith College

Founded in 1871, Smith College opened in 1875 with 14 students. Today, Smith is among the largest women’s colleges in the United States, with students from 48 states and 68 countries. An independent, …

Art

William Baczek Fine Arts

Founded in 1996, William Baczek Fine Arts, in Northampton, Massachusetts represents artists working in a variety of media, including painting, sculpting, photography, video and printmaking in both …

Entertainment + Food/Drink

American Legion Post 28

A patriotic veterans organization devoted to mentoring youth, advocating patriotism, and devotion to fellow service members and veterans.Sundays from 5 - 8 pm is Karaoke with High Note Productions …

Entertainment

Sattva Center for Archery

Sattva Center for Archery Training (formerly Amherst Archery Academy) is a full range and retail shop in Western Massachusetts, focusing on target archery.

Art + Entertainment + Music

A.P.E. Flex Space

A.P.E. AT HAWLEY STREET continues its core mission to support contemporary artists working in all disciplines, by preserving and supporting the spaces in which they create, perform and exhibit their …

Entertainment + Music

John M. Greene Hall

John M. Greene Hall is an event venue located at Smith College in Northampton. It has hosted many prominent performers such as Bob Weir, Indigo Girls, The Pixies, Ani DiFranco, Bob Dylan, and more.

Entertainment + Music + Nightlife

Three County Fair

Incorporated in 1818, the Hampshire, Franklin & Hampden County Agricultural Society promotes agriculture, agricultural education, agricultural science and sustainability for the region through …

Art + Shopping

CyclePottery

A welcoming ceramics gallery and studio to inspire, create, collaborate, and find community.  Offering studio memberships, private lessons and small group lessons. Shop the Gallery throughout the …

Art + Beauty/Wellness

Cheap Thrills Tattoo

Tattoo studio located in Northampton, MA.

Art + Beauty/Wellness

Stone's

Tattoo artist/apprentice shop located in the heart of Downtown Northampton!

Entertainment

The Writer's Mill

THE WRITERS’ MILL is a shared space for writers and creative professionals of all sorts – novelists, freelancers, journalists, poets, researchers, academics, and more. Connect with a community of …

Art + Other

Click Workspace

CLICK Workspace offers a comfortable office environment in which creative professionals can work, create, collaborate, and share resources. We provide an atmosphere that values diversity and growth. …

Art

Historic Northampton

Historic Northampton focuses on local history and the local community. We preserve objects and documents that illuminate the lives of past residents while creating structures through which …

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Nightlife

Ye Ol' Watering Hole

In 1975, former owner and collector Al Drew decided to  put on display his sizeable beer can collection within the bar, and his original setup of the can shelves, (especially the ones suspended …

Entertainment

Valley Ghost Tours

A fun and creepy way to explore the dark side of Northampton!

Entertainment

93.9 The River

WRSI, the River, is a radio station playing a genuine mix of roots, rock, folk, soul and everything in between. Different is Good!

Art + Shopping

Jo Smith Art Studio

My name is Jo (Joanna) Smith and I am an Artist painting in Northampton, MA. I have a Studio/Gallery in downtown Northampton at 9 Market Street.

Art + Beauty/Wellness + Online Gift Cards + Other

Bang Bang Body Arts

Offering body piercing, tooth gems, & tattooing- including cosmetic & medical tattooing. The studio will be ever full of incredible fine art from local, national and international …

Entertainment + Music + Nightlife

Signature Sounds

Signature Sounds was formed by Jim Olsen and Mark Thayer in 1995 to promote the burgeoning acoustic music scene in and around Northampton, MA. Since our inception, we've released over 150 albums of …

Art + Shopping

Tejas Beads

Bead store focusing on natural gemstone beads, pendants, findings, silver, and jewelry making supplies. The friendly staff are happy to help you find that perfect piece! So, stop by and visit! Tejas …

Art

Arts Equity Group

Arts Equity Group is a network of artists, activists, and consultants committed to promoting systemic change through arts and culture.We collaborate with our clients to plan and execute …

Art + Other + Shopping

The Impress Group

We help our clients turn their ideas into booksWe work with publishers, organizations, small business owners, and individuals. Whether you want to turn your ideas into a book, design a picture-driven …

Entertainment

Summer on Strong

Summer on Strong is a summer-long party here on Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. When the weather warms up, our side-street becomes pedestrian-only, so we can dine outdoors, stroll the shops, dance …

Entertainment + Music

The Parlor Room at Signature Sounds

The Parlor Room is right in downtown Northampton at 32 Masonic Street, next door to the Woodstar Cafe. You can’t miss it; it looks like an old brick one-room schoolhouse, but, like a clown car, holds …

Entertainment + Shopping

Photobooth

A black and white machine on the second floor of Thornes, this fun photobooth is located in the hallway between impish and Jackson & Connor, and across from Noteworthy. The booth has been in Thornes …

Art + Shopping

The Bloomery Art Gallery & Meeting Place

The Bloomery is a local art gallery and meeting place. We partner with local LGBTQ+-identifying and -allied artists, small business owners, and nonprofit leaders to produce events and digital …

Entertainment + Other

The Botanic Garden of Smith College

The Botanic Garden of Smith College fosters environmental and social justice through teaching and learning about plants, people, and place

Art + Entertainment

Sarah Clay Voice & Flute

Vocal Coaching: Frustrated with your voice? Want to sing with more power, emotion, range, and less fatigue? I can help. I'm a compassionate teacher dedicated to helping singers find their true voice. …

Entertainment

K and E Theater Group

K and E Theater Group is a non-profit performing arts organization whose mission is to bring unique, exciting and professional theatrical experiences to Western Massachusetts.

Entertainment + Music

WEIB-106.3 Smooth FM, Cutting Edge Broadcasting, Inc.

We are the only locally owned commercial FM radio station in the Greater Springfield, MA Metro Market. Broadcasting for more than sixteen years, we have built a reputation as a station that is …

Art + Shopping

SieberDesigns

Aviva Sieber of SieberDesigns lives and works in Northampton, MA. She has been designing and quilting for over twenty years, creating one-of-a-kind quilts, purses, home décor items, gifts and …

Art + Shopping

Noho Pottery

Get in touch with your inner potter at Noho Pottery!

Art

Brushworks Arts & Industry

The Brushworks Art & Industry Building is a unique multi-use Light Industrial complex, that has become the area’s premier location for local artists, designers, entrepreneurs, and the greater …

Art

Northampton Community Arts Trust

The Northampton Community Arts Trust’s mission is to protect and ensure the long-term vitality of the Northampton community through the acquisition and preservation of affordable and accessible space …

Entertainment

Northampton Radio Group

Northampton Radio Group, a Broadcasting & Media Production Company.  

Art

The School for Contemporary Dance and Thought (SCDT)

The School for Contemporary Dance and Thought (SCDT) is comprised of independent and internationally experienced performance artists/movement practitioners who are also innovative teachers. The goal …

Entertainment + Music

Jon Berman Music

Jon Berman plays Beach Americana Music that takes you away. He has performed everywhere from stadiums to back decks. Jon has performed with acts such as Changes In Latitudes, Barefoot Truth, Jackson …

Art

Paradise City

Paradise City, founded in 1995, produces award-winning shows of contemporary craft and fine art. Welcome to a world overflowing with fresh ideas for home decorating, personal adornment, one-of-a-kind …

Entertainment

All Out Adventures

All Out Adventures provides outdoor recreation programs to people with disabilities and their loved ones, seniors, and Veterans. We provide our programs in parks throughout Massachusetts at either no …

Art + Beauty/Wellness

Lucky's Tattoo and Piercing

Lucky's is a custom tattoo and piercing shop located in downtown Northampton, Massachusetts. We have been open since 1999, starting with piercing and then expanding ourselves to tattooing once it …

Art

Anchor House of Artists

The Anchor House of Artists was founded in 1997 with the mission to support and expand the creative careers of artists living with mental illness, fight the social stigma that they face, and …

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music + Nightlife

The Majestic Saloon

A craft beer & wine bar in downtown Northampton. Gluten free and non-alcoholic options. Offering live music & entertainment. Home of the pop-up gay bar.

Art + Entertainment

Forbes Library

Forbes Library, the public library for Northampton, Massachusetts, provides a wide range of information, materials and services to all of the people of Northampton and Massachusetts. The library’s …

Art + Other

Tiffany Chapman Photography

My focus as your photographer is for you to have fun, laugh, smile and remember me for all of your memory making. I would love the opportunity to create portraits that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music + Online Gift Cards + Outdoor Dining

Iconica Social Club

A platform for the modern social animal. Curated coffee menu from rotating roasters; cold pressed juice via our brand Minim Juicery; a creative, healthy and seasonal breakfast and lunch menu; weekend …

Art + Entertainment + Shopping

Downtown Northampton Association

We are a group of business owners, property owners, local residents and fans of Downtown Northampton, who have joined forces to keep downtown vibrant, engaging, eclectic and inclusive.  We love …

Entertainment

Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden

Grow Food Northampton’s mission is to promote food security by advancing sustainable agriculture in the Northampton, Massachusetts area. We own a 120-acre community farm that provides access to land …

Entertainment

Ireland Forever Foundation

The money raised from the festival will be put back into the festival with the long term goal of becoming a nationally recognized 3 day festival. We will financially support like minded organizations …

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Entertainment

MAPS

Dispelling cultural isolationism in 7th-12th graders through a cross collaboration of two diverse public schools creating poetry, songwriting and art.  

Entertainment + Music

The Pines Theater

The Pines Theater is an outdoor amphitheater located within the park. The theater holds the annual "Transperformance" concert, a music festival hosted by The Northampton Arts Council and the Parent …

Entertainment + Other

Edwards Church of Northampton

Situated at the crossroads of State, Main, and South Streets in downtown Northampton, Edwards Church serves as a home for all who seek the Holy Spirit in the midst of a too busy, often glorious, and …

Entertainment + Music

Blind Moose Studios

A community based multimedia production studio in Northampton, MA // Production,Tracking, Mixing and Mastering // Sound Design

Art + Entertainment + Music

Sweeney Concert Hall

Sweeney Concert Hall is one of the most sought–after concert halls in the northeast. This beautiful performance space seats more than 600, and its broad stage can readily accommodate the needs of a …

Entertainment

Pioneer Valley Ballet

At Pioneer Valley Ballet, we are cultivating an appreciation of dance on a regional level, and supporting our local arts community by training and educating the next generation of dancers and future …

Entertainment + Music

The Hampshire Music Club

The Hampshire Music Club was launched in 2012 by a local group of classical music lovers.  It’s an educational organization whose mission is to sponsor music appreciation classes for adults and …

Art + Shopping

The Cotton Gallery

The Cotton Gallery is located in the center of Northampton and offers a large selection of funny Tshirts, novelty items, and souvenirs.

Art + Shopping

Crafter's Custom Gallery

Crafters Custom Gallery offers a variety of items - home decor, apparel, gifts, wreaths, and much more!

Art + Beauty/Wellness

NiteOwl Tattoo

NiteOwl Tattoo is dedicated to bringing you award winning tattoos at a first class experience. Our resident team of tattoo artists are extremely passionate about all things art and are available to …

Entertainment + Music

Look Park

Come play at Look Park! With over 150 acres of land you're sure to find something to do. Take a walk, stop by the grill or sweet shoppe for a snack or go for a ride on our steamer train. Look Park is …

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Outdoor Dining