Music & Nightlife

Photo By Lynne Graves

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

@Tuesday Market

Tuesday Farmers' Market

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

@Summer On Strong

Summer on Strong

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

@Northampton Arts Council

Salsa in the Plaza

McCoy Jamison, the internationally trained teacher, dancer, and choreographer, is the driving force …

@Summer On Strong

Tony Silva - Summer on Strong

The band will be back at Summer on Strong July 26! Tony Silva - Spanish Guitar Brian O'Connell - …

@9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060

LIVE MUSIC - Busted Stuff @ Progression Brewing Co.

Busted Stuff makes their debut at Progression on Friday, July 26th, from 7-9:30! Never a Cover!

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@The Iron Horse

The Lemon Twigs w/ Andrew H. Smith

The Lemon Twigs w/ Andrew H. Smith at The Iron Horse on Friday, July 26 2024 Following the release …

Photo By Lynne Graves

@Summer On Strong

Henderson Blues Band - Summer on Strong

Bo and Janny Henderson have been married to the blues and to each other for over forty years. With …

@Iron Horse Music Hall

Jupiter & Okwess

Explosive! Na Kozonga, the new album by Jupiter and his band Okwess is a blast of energy that …

@9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060

LIVE MUSIC - The Journals Kept @ Progression Brewing Co

The Journals Kept make their debut at Progression Brewing on Saturday, July 27th! Never a Cover!

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Raquy Danziger Darbuka Basics Workshop

Raquy Danziger is an internationally acclaimed musician, artist, teacher and composer based in …

@Academy of Music Theatre

ROCK VOICES – Tribute to Queen

Join the area’s only community rock choir for an evening of incredible music! Listen to the music …

@Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity - 130 Pine Street, Northampton, MA

Raquy Danziger Intermediate Darbuka Workshop

Raquy Danziger is an internationally acclaimed musician, artist, teacher and composer based in …

@Summer On Strong

Green Street Trio - Summer on Strong

The Green Street jazz trio is thrilled to once again perform weekly at the Summer On Strong music …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Raquy Danziger Concert

Raquy Danziger is an internationally acclaimed musician, artist, teacher and composer based in …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Sonic Immersion

This multi-instrumental sound bath and full body listening experience will draw from an extensive …

@The Iron Horse

M. Ward with Amy Vachal

M. Ward with Amy Vachal at The Iron Horse on Monday, July 29 2024 The renowned singer/songwriter M. …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Vocal Improvisation

Dive into the art of creative play using the human voice as our instrument in this two-hour …

@The Iron Horse

Holly Near w/ Jan Martinelli, Sandy O & Pat Humphries

Holly Near w/ Jan Martinelli, Sandy O & Pat Humphries at The Iron Horse on Tuesday, July 30 2024 …

@Summer On Strong

The Wild Hearts: Betsy-Dawn Williams & Josh Gordon - Summer on Strong

The Wild Hearts are an eclectic duo featuring a mix of original works and hippie-era rock & roll, …

@The Iron Horse

John Cruz

John Cruz at The Iron Horse on Wednesday, July 31 2024 “... soulful, folksy, bluesy and technically …

@Summer On Strong

Vimana - Summer on Strong

Vimana is an experimental rock trio with | Brian Rodriguez, bass; Bruce Todd, drums; Leo Hwang, …

@Brewster Court

The Lucky Shots & The Original Cowards

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of FREE live performances in the heart of downtown …

@Florence Civic & Business Association

Florence Summer Concert Series: Johnny Memphis Band (Roots Rock 'n Roll)

Food Truck: Crepes Nanou Welcome to the 2024 Florence Summer Concert Series! We are super excited …

@Iron Horse Music Hall

Sonny Landreth with Cindy Cashdollar

Sonny Landreth and Cindy Cashdollar are making some rare duo appearances in 2024. The Louisiana …

Local Venues & Clubs

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.

Entertainment + Music

The Parlor Room Collective

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 + 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 …

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 …

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 + 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 …

Entertainment + Music

PanOpera, Inc.

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

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 …

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 + 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 + 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 …

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 …

Entertainment + Music

Blind Moose Studios

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

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 …

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 + 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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

Music

Northampton Jazz Festival

The Northampton Jazz Festival returns with lots of live jazz music throughout downtown on Friday, September 27 and Saturday, September 28, 2024! Now in it's 13th year, the fest brings internationally …

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 …

Music

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 …

Music

Pearl Street Nightclub

Pearl Street is a live music venue with two performance rooms, the Ballroom and the Clubroom. Once a Polish Dance Hall in the mid-20th century, it reopened in 1985.

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.

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.

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.  Founded in 1976 / Worker-owned since May 2019. We're here 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 …

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 …

Music

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 …

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 …

Food/Drink + Nightlife + Outdoor Dining

The Tunnel Bar

A classic martini bar located in the heart of Northampton.

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.  We assist and sponsor many community fundraisers and events; Post Children's Christmas …

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 …

Music + Shopping

Joe's Albums

We strive to be the store you visit first when shopping for New & Used vinyl records.  In addition, our inventory of apparel and other music related items is always changing. Stop back …

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 …