The 5k Fall Foliage And Cider Run is a community celebration of Amherst A Better Chance, a residential high school program that prepares academically talented young men of color from educationally underserved school districts for college and future leadership roles. Run or walk to support Amherst A Better Chance and enjoy a cup of cider […]
The Amherst Historical Society & Museum will be hosting Art on the Lawn, an art and craft show, on Saturday, October 5, 11:00am to 3pm. Artists will be set up on the lawn of the museum selling their creations. The event honors the legacy of the Historical Society’s founder, Mabel Loomis Todd, who was herself […]
Bandtoberfest The 4th annual family-friendly outdoor musical celebration of autumn featuring the UMass Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band. Lunch or snacks for purchase from nearby downtown restaurants, or bring your own picnic! Local vendors on site, with beer provided by Abandoned Building Brewery and wine by the Drake. Featuring musical favorites and band classics such as […]
The Amherst Business Improvement District (BID) is thrilled to announce the 11th Annual Block Party, set to take place on Thursday, September 19th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM on North Pleasant Street in Downtown Amherst. This beloved community event promises an evening of fun, entertainment, and celebration of all things Amherst. The Annual Block […]
The Amherst Historical Society is pleased to announce the schedule of artists for the 2024 season of Strings at the Strong, a series of summer concerts presented in the Garden at the Strong House, 67 Amity Street, in the heart of downtown Amherst. The series once again features a range of local classical musicians with […]
Drums, smudging and traditional dancers are some of the sights and sounds to be experienced Memorial Day weekend at the 4th annual Odenong Powwow. The powwow goers can enjoy handmade crafts, singing, powwow dancing, traditional and contemporary foods, services and artwork from Native American, First Nations and indigenous vendors from the North, South, and Central […]
CHD’s Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County will hold the 14th Annual Daffodil Run in person at the Amherst Town Common, Amherst, MA 01002. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County is excited to announce the 2024 date for 14th Annual Daffodil Run! Traditionally held on the last Sunday in April, our […]
Events throughout Amherst. The 4th Annual Fire & Ice Festival will be a day of entertainment, activities, and fun for all. Whimsical, magical ice sculptures will fill the Town Common, metal sculpting, hot cocoa and s'mores, fire pits to toast marshmallows, a fire truck to explore and Sparky the fire dog to take photos with, […]
