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Northampton’s music and nightlife scene is always vibrant and exciting. Whether you’re in the mood for a tribute concert, burlesque show, poetry slam, or a night of karaoke and dancing, you’ll always find a good time in Western Massachusetts. Check out what’s happening below.

Upcoming Events

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Salsa in the Plaza

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

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Tuesday Farmers' Market

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

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Summer on Strong: Allan Bezama Trio

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

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Refuge of Goodness

Refuge of Goodness - The Lisa Leizman Dance Company in Concert Saturday, July 12 at 7:00pm Tickets: …

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STILL - New England Premiere

Northampton, MA – After two previously sold out staged readings, the New England Premiere of STILL, …

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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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STILL - New England Premiere

Northampton, MA – After two previously sold out staged readings, the New England Premiere of STILL, …

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Summer on Strong: Green Street Trio

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

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Shubalananda Kirtan Noho Sundays

Join us every Sunday afternoon in downtown Northampton to sing your true heart's song with …

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Sunday Supper & Spirit | July

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

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@Academy of Music Theatre

Welcome To Night Vale: Murder In Blood Forest

Welcome to Night Vale’s Brand-new touring live show, Murder Night in Blood Forest Beloved former …

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Mr. Liam's Kid's Series w/Ants On A Log

Mr. Liam's Kid's Series w/Ants On A Log at The Iron Horse on Sunday, July 13 2025 Join Mr. Liam & …

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Summer Monday Drop-in Drumming

Purchase a full summer pass online for $60 OR drop in for $12/class at the door. Takes place every …

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@The Iron Horse

Jon Spencer

Jon Spencer sings the hits! Blues Explosion! Pussy Galore! HITmakers! Plus more! Featuring Kendall …

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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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Parties in the Park: Caribbean Vibes in the Park with DJ Trends

Free and open to the public: This summer, Pulaski Park becomes the place to move and groove with …

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

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Song Share Sessions for NonBinary, Trans and Women Singer-Songwriters

Join us for an intimate evening of music, community, and creativity at our monthly Song Share …

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Bands on Brewster 2025

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

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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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Catrick

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

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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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Northampton Elks Flea Market

Huge Flea Market Rare finds Great deals 7/19/25 9a-3p 17 Spring Street Florence Massachusetts

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Jimmy Dore

“Jimmy Dore is outrageous and outraged, bothersome and bothered, a crucial, profane, passionate …

Local Venues & Clubs

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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 …

Ape Gallery

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.

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Northampton Community Music Center

The mission of the Northampton Community Music Center is to foster the love and pursuit of music through quality education, performances and activities that are accessible to all. NCMC was founded in …

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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 …

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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.

Parlor Room

Entertainment + Music

The Parlor Room

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 …

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Entertainment + Music

Blind Moose Studios

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

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Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music + Nightlife

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 …

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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 …

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Food/Drink + Nightlife + Outdoor Dining

The Tunnel Bar

A classic martini bar located in the heart of Northampton.

Pines Theater

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 …

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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 …

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Food/Drink + Music + Nightlife

Veterans of Foreign Wars, Florence

Our primary mission is serving Veterans and their families. The local community is our family as well.[nbsp] We assist and sponsor many community fundraisers and events; Post Children's Christmas …

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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 …

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Art + Entertainment + Music

Young@Heart Chorus

What started out in 1982 at a Northampton elderly housing project to joyfully pass the time instead of passing before your time has developed into the stereotype-defying, generation-crossing musical …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Art + Beauty/Wellness + Music

Queer Joy Collaborative

The Queer Joy Collaborative is dedicated to promoting individual and collective queer joy primarily through the transformational and healing power of art, music, and mutual aid. Queer joy encompasses …

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Art + Beauty/Wellness + Entertainment + Music

The Hidden Temple

We are a community gathering and event rental space, offering a variety of classes, workshops and events centering creative expression, embodied intelligence and Earth-based reverence practice. …

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Food/Drink + Nightlife

The Dirty Truth

Local farm driven restaurant with a distinguished beverage program featuring craft beer, natural wine, small producer ciders and unique spirits. Open for Dinner Tuesday-Saturday 4-10P. Open for Lunch …

Iron Horse Music Hall

Music

Iron Horse Music Hall

The Iron Horse Music Hall is the longest running music club in Northampton, founded in 1979, the club has hosted everyone from Shawn Colvin to the Smashing Pumpkins to Wynton Marsalis.

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Northampton Jazz Festival

The Northampton Jazz Festival returns with lots of live jazz music throughout downtown on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025! Now in it's 14th year, the fest brings Grammy-winning, …

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Fiddle Orchestra of Western Massachusetts

The Fiddle Orchestra of Western Massachusetts is an amateur orchestra made up mostly of fiddle players but also players of other instruments. The orchestra gives fiddlers and others the opportunity to …

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Entertainment + Food/Drink + Music

The Deck Bar

The Deck is Union Station's seasonal, outdoor restaurant and bar, known for live music, amazing cocktails and food, and of course, our historic building. We are open Spring through Fall, with our …

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Art + Entertainment + Music

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 …

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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.[nbsp] On May 23, 1891, the then 1000-seat …

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Entertainment + Music

PanOpera, Inc.

Live, artist-led, professional opera in Western New England.

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

Amber Lane Café & Pub

Iconica is now --[gt] One Amber Lane! Welcome to Amber Lane Café [&] Pub, in the heart of downtown Northampton, Massachusetts.

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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 …

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Entertainment + Music

The Hampshire Music Club

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

Beer Can Museum

Entertainment + Food/Drink + Nightlife

Ye Ol' Watering Hole

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

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Music + Shopping

Downtown Sounds Workers Co-op

Downtown Sounds Workers Co-op is a musical instrument retail store + music school + repair shop in the heart of Northampton, MA.[nbsp] Founded in 1976 / Worker-owned since May 2019. We're here to …

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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 …

Spare Time

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 …