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

@Forbes Library, 20 West St, Northampton

Renaissance Jukebox

Renaissance Jukebox presents music inspired by the works of Wm. Shakespeare (and beyond): This …

@9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060

LIVE MUSIC - ASB @ Progression Brewing Co.

AMBIENT SOJOURN is primarily known as a revered 5 piece ensemble of choice musicians that originated …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Hysteria: Reclaiming the Collective Body | April Session

Once upon a time in Europe genocide was committed against tens of thousands of midwives, healers, …

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Doodles & Donuts With Cece Bell

Join High Five Books and award-winning author, illustrator and graphic novelist Cece Bell for an …

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Robyn Hitchcock

Robyn Hitchcock is one of England's most enduring contemporary singer/songwriters and live …

@Academy of Music Theatre

Regional Youth Poetry Slam Competition

Sponsored by Smith College With a robust premiere in 2023, the Academy of Music presents the second …

@Academy of Music Theatre

DreamCycle by Cirque Us

The sheep are counted and the acrobats are all tucked in– It’s time for DreamCycle! Join our …

@Edwards Church of Northampton

Music at the Crossroads: Zara Bode's Little Big Band

Zara Bode’s Little Big Band performs classic American swing to delight the ears, eyes and feet. …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Talk Saves Lives

Suicide can be prevented. This presentation will cover what we know about this leading cause of …

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All Things A Cappella

All Things A Cappella is an afternoon of pure harmony and captivating a cappella sound. Your host, …

@Northampton Center for the Arts at 33 Hawley, NEVAmuseum at Anchor House of Artists at 518 Pleasant, and BOMBYX Center for Arts and Equity at 130 Pine, Florence.

MICAfest Art for Change: The M/others' View

MICAfest 2024 Art for Change The M/others View Where  M/otherhood and Artistry Unite May 1-31st, …

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American Symphony

Join us for a screening of American Symphony, followed by a thoughtful panel discussion featuring …

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Sacred Playshop with Gabriel Meyer Halevy

Gabriel Meyer Halevy leads an Experiential Journey of awakening and healing through song, chant, …

@9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060

LIVE MUSIC - New Fallen Day @ Progression Brewing Co.

New Fallen Day makes their debut at Progression Brewing on Friday, May 3rd, from 7-9:30! Never a …

@Academy of Music Theatre

Fiddler on the Roof

Starlight’s Youth Theatre presents the musical, Fiddler on the Roof! Winner of nine Tony Awards …

@9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060

LIVE MUSIC - Shenanigans w/ Friends @ Progression Brewing Co.

Shenanigans returns to Progression Brewing on Saturday, May 4th, from 7-9:30! This group of talented …

@BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity

Prayerformance Peace Concert

Gabriel Meyer Halevy is an incredible musician-activist whose transformative work has the power to …

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OneBeat

What if we told you that Secret Planet had a musical fellowship program for international musicians …

@Academy of Music Theatre

An Evening with Elliot Page – Fireside Chat and Birthday Benefit for Transhealth

An Evening with Elliot Page: Fireside Chat and Birthday Benefit for Transhealth Purchase VIP …

@Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA 01062

The Furious Bongos

Frank Zappa toured regularly from the 1960s up until his death in 1993. The Furious Bongos feature …

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The Furious Bongos

Frank Zappa toured regularly from the 1960s up until his death in 1993. The Furious Bongos feature …

@Academy of Music Theatre

The Wailin’ Jennys

DSP presale begins Thursday, 2/1 at 10:00am with promo code distributed by their newsletter. Sign …

@9 Pearl St, Northampton, MA 01060

LIVE MUSIC - Mister Brilliant @ Progression Brewing Co.

Mister Brilliant RETURNS to Progression Brewing Company on Friday, May 10th! Bring your dancing …

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Peter Rowan

A Grammy award winner and member of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, Peter Rowan is a …

Local Venues & Clubs

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 …

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 …

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 + 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 …

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 + 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 + 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 …

Music

Northampton Jazz Festival

The Northampton Jazz Festival returns with lots of live jazz music throughout downtown on Friday, September 29 and Saturday, September 30! Now in it's 12th year, the fest brings internationally …

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 + 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

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.

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 + 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 + 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

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 + 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 …

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 + 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 + 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

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 + 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

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 …

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 …

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.

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 + Music

PanOpera, Inc.

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

Food/Drink + Nightlife + Outdoor Dining

The Tunnel Bar

A classic martini bar located in the heart of Northampton.

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 …

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 + 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 + 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 + 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 …