This October, forget about the haunted house—build a bat house instead! Bat Week is an annual, international celebration of the role of bats in nature Did you know that 8 of our 9 native bat species are listed under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act? Get ready for Bat Week by learning about these often-misunderstood creatures. […]
The Springfield Museums’ lecture series Museums à la Carte celebrates 45 years of curiosity and learning. Beginning in 1979 as “Art à la Carte” with just a few dozen attendees, this popular program has reached thousands of people over the years and expanded its reach beyond the walls of the Museums when it began offering […]
Don't miss Chicopee's premier event of the season — the Chicopee Spooktacular! We're rolling out the orange carpet for you and your family at Szot Park, October 24th, from 4 to 7 pm with a rain date of October 25th, from 4 to 7PM. It's more than just a trick or treat event; it's an […]
Raise a glass to the perfect pairing of master glass artists Louis Comfort Tiffany and Josh Simpson at the Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts. The Springfield Museums presents an elegant evening in support of the arts and education on Thursday, October 24, 5:30-8:30 pm. Held in conjunction with special exhibitions featuring master glass artists […]
Explore Single Malt with Bushmill’s Irish Whiskey Thu, Oct, 24, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT Bushmills is more than just a whiskey. It’s a village, where family, friends and neighbors work side by side at the distillery. They often say, “without the village there would be no whiskey, and without the whiskey there […]
Western Massachusetts songwriter Alex Rohan will be performing live in the taproom on Thursday, October 24th from 6pm-9pm! Alex Rohan brings so much warmth, soul, diversity, and passion into his acoustic performances, showcasing a mix of his own original songs and chosen arrangements across a wide variety of genres such as Singer/Songwriter, Rock, Reggae, Jazz, […]
Date Night: Chills and Treats Looking for something different to do for Date Night? Bring your sweetie or bestie to the museum for a behind-the-scenes look at some of the weirdest and creepiest items in our vaults, then relax and create a fun Halloween-themed craft to take home while you enjoy wine and snacks. Questions? […]
Do ghosts live at Storrowton? Find out about paranormal investigations in the Village then take a guided tour of the museum buildings with Village staff and volunteers hearing stories of unexplained occurrences. 2024 Ghost Tour Dates are October : 10th, 17th, and 24th Tours begin at 6:30pm Admission Ghost Tour $25.00 Ghost Tours are approximately […]
October 24 • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm With compelling artwork and riveting storytelling, this radical retelling of the American classic intertwines into the story of Jim and Huck are the stories of Jim’s descendants in the 1930s, 1980s, and 2020s, making this a multigenerational family epic as well as an adventure story. Big Jim and the […]
Please join us for *Community “Get Down”—a joyous community dance jam that is free and open to all. Guest artist Ana María Álvarez, founding artistic director of Los Angeles-based dance company Contra-Tiempo, will lead participants in various Afro-Latin and urban forms, salsa, rumba, samba, and hip-hop grooves. Together, we embody joy as a tool to […]
An Enchanting Halloween Experience that Will Haunt Your Memories! As twilight descends upon Old Sturbridge Village, the veil between the living and the spectral world thins… Phantoms by Firelight returns for 12 nights of spine-tingling thrills and ghostly delights. This year’s event promises to be the most haunting yet, with new and mesmerizing performances that […]
UMass Hockey vs. UConn Fri, Oct 25, 2024 ⦁ 7:00pm Mullins Center - Ice Hockey Buy Now October 25 vs. UConn (7 PM) – HAT TRICK OR TREAT Jeepers! It's time to get spooky during Family Weekend with our Hat Trick or Treat. Be sure to dress up in your costume and trick or treat […]
This year we are presenting our Oktoberfest Buffet! 35$ per person- Tickets include One stein of beer and an all you can eat buffet!!!! –Assigned Seating– Like the old times in Germany, we will roast a whole pig! Also available will be: Pretzel Crusted Chicken, Sauerbraten, Meatballs, Sausages, Schnitzels, Spätzle, Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage, Cucumber Salad, Bean […]
The Monster Mash Haunted Hayride, Massacre Manor and The D.O.N.G.R.F open at 7:00 pm and continues until the last rider runs screaming! There is inherit risk in attending Fear on the Farm at McCray’s Farm. Actors do jump out to startle and scare you. Attendees voluntarily assume all risks associated with attending Fear on the […]
Step aboard the "Curse of the Rails," where haunting echoes of the past and horrifying tales await you on an unforgettable haunted trolley ride! Guided by Deadalus Extreme Paranormal Investigations, you'll journey through haunted landscapes and come face to face with entities that roamed these very rails. With each twist and turn, you'll encounter ghostly apparitions […]
Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration: Indigenous Foods, The Three Sisters, and the Fall Harvest Oct. 4, 5 ,11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 25, 26 from 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Hall Tavern Come visit our open-hearth cooks as they prepare “traditional” New England dishes made with Indigenous ingredients such as corn, beans, and squash.
Run away and join the circus at Mike’s Maze this fall! The circus is coming to Mike’s Maze in Sunderland! We’ve transformed a cornfield along the banks of the Connecticut River into an 8-acre circus-themed corn-ival! Come experience what Wired Magazine called “the most elaborate corn maze in America!”— a unique fall attraction that’s guaranteed […]
It's back! This October, we are celebrating the 14th annual Northampton Chalk Art Festival! From 9am to 5pm on Friday, October 25th, we’re welcoming a talented collection of artists to downtown Northampton. The public is encouraged to watch chalk art pieces develop and to view completed work in the evening while enjoying a walk through […]
Story Chasers Join educator David Feinstein for a fun-filled storytelling adventure! Starting with a read-aloud designed for early learners, we will use books to spark our creativity and chase story themes across the museum, including the galleries, art studio, and Bobbie’s Meadow. Prepare to go wherever the stories take us! WHO YOU'LL MEET DAVID FEINSTEIN Literacy Educator […]
The AIC (American International College) Yellow Jackets at the MassMutual Center. The Division I Men’s Ice Hockey team take to the ice. VS Air Force. Opening Weekend Click here for full schedule. AIC men’s ice hockey is the hometown team and the only NCAA Division I team in the greater Springfield, MA area. For more […]
