Music & Nightlife
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
Local Venues & Clubs
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.
The Parlor Room at Signature Sounds
We've missed you! 🔐 The Parlor Room is welcoming back live music this October!
🎶More information to come, stay tuned!
The Tunnel Bar
Hours
Monday - Sunday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Due to Covid we are operating at a limited capacity. Please make reservations.
The Dirty Truth
The Dirty Truth - Indoor, Outdoor, Bottle Shop & Take Out!
We want to take a minute to thank everyone for keeping up with the week by week changes that have ...
Progression Brewing Co.
Taproom is open for dine in and curbside pick up! ALSO: We're so happy to have a couple seats back at the bar!⠀
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If you're ready, we're pouring pint ...
A.P.E. Gallery
The A.P.E. gallery at 126 Main Street is closed for now due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Summer projects include "normal pop-up", two week art installations in the window space on ...
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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 1986 by Bill Feinstein in cooperation with a small group of parents concerned by the passage of Proposition 2 1⁄2 which dismantled many of the music education programs in Northampton’s public schools.
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 arts groups from both state and locally-raised funds, and seeks to improve public awareness of the arts. Its' goals include maintaining and preserving the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Northampton, programming such annual events of interest to the community as First Night Northampton, Northampton Summer Park Series, Transperformance and Silver Chord Bowl, and advocating on behalf of the arts community.
Bishop's Lounge
Mar 13: Due to the current Covid-19 crisis, Bishop’s Lounge will be closed this weekend for the safety of our staff, bands, patrons, and local community.
We recognize that this situation ...
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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 concerned and committed to the communities that we reach. It is also a top priority to give our corporate clients as well as sole proprietors and start-up businesses the same excellent service we believe they deserve. Our station's owner takes a hands-on approach and our entire staff is readily available to provide the personal attention, business flexibility, and overall efficiency expected from an independently owned station.
Downtown Sounds Workers Co-op
We are open Monday-Saturday 11-6pm,
Sun 12-5pm. Come on by!
And more information:
GEAR
Much of our merchandise is now for sale on REVERB.com, via our web site. UPDATED DAILY. Are you local ...
Pearl Street Nightclub
All shows are postponed or canceled through 4/7. In the case of a cancelled or rescheduled show, ticket buyers will be notified via email regarding postponement and/or refunding of tickets. ...
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Calvin Theatre
All shows are postponed or canceled through 4/7. In the case of a cancelled or rescheduled show, ticket buyers will be notified via email regarding postponement and/or refunding of tickets. ...
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The Basement
Northampton Jazz Festival
We will follow the health and safety protocols of the venues that are hosting the live performances. Most performances are indoors and masks are encouraged. Be ready to wear a ...
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Iconica Social Club
It has been a strange few weeks for us, trying to stay open for the few, brave people who dare to cross the giant whole(s). Thank you to those of ...
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Academy of Music Theatre
As we move forward, we are attending webinars and Zoom meetings to prepare for when we can safely reopen by meeting state and local safety guidelines. We are working with ...
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13th Floor Music Lounge
Until we’re able to starting hosting shows again, you can support the the 13th Floor by buying JJ’s tavern gift cards!
Link below!
https://jjstavern.net/
Iron Horse Music Hall
All shows are postponed or canceled through 4/7. In the case of a cancelled or rescheduled show, ticket buyers will be notified via email regarding postponement and/or refunding of tickets. ...
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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 diverse range of performances, from solo recitals to large choral and orchestral ensembles. Sweeney's excellent acoustics are suitable for both vocal and instrumental performances. For information about reserving this space, please contact the department office staff.
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 Teacher Organizations of the Northampton Public Schools. Famous artists to perform at the venue include Bob Dylan and Crosby, Stills and Nash.
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Florence
OPENING HOURS
MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY 2:00PM-1:00AM
THURSDAY TO SUNDAY 12:00PM-1:00AM
Keep up to date with upcoming VFW events with our Facebook page!
A.P.E. Flex Space
The A.P.E. gallery at 126 Main Street is open with new exhibitions & projects for 2021 spring and summer.
PLEASE NOTE: NEW GALLERY HOURS:
Wednesday - Sunday, 12-5, Friday, 12-8,
Closed Monday & ...
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 play together as amateurs under the guidance of a professional musician in order to improve our skills, more deeply enjoy our hobby, nourish camaraderie, and share our enjoyment of music with the community.