The entire village comes alive during this annual summertime celebration of music and art!
The Porch Music Festival features lively and diverse local musical acts performed on the porches of homes throughout the village. You can enjoy folk, rock, jazz, classical music, and more in a unique and intimate setting.
The Art Walk showcases local artists in their studios, at gallery receptions, and painting en plein air.
Stroll around meeting artists, listening to music, and experiencing the vibrant creative community of Shelburne Falls.
The Summer Day on the Buckland Common provides an opportunity for families, friends, and the community to gather, celebrate what makes our community so special, and remember how we got where we are today.
Enjoy the simpler pleasures in life - conversation, participation, food, arts, engineering, and fun for all ages.
Every year, on a summer day in July, the Iron Bridge in Shelburne Falls is closed to traffic and a dining table for 400 is set up.
Enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by local chefs served on china laid upon linen tablecloths. Strolling musicians play lovely music while you dine on a three-course meal consisting of a hearty salad, a choice of main course, and a delicious dessert.
You'll be served by athletes from the local high school's Mohawk Athletic Association. The proceeds from the Iron Bridge Dinner support athletics at Mohawk.
The Race has been run annually in downtown Shelburne Falls, MA. on the second Saturday of August since 1979.
Race Day begins with the 3K run (1.86 miles) at 8:00 am.
The Bridge of Flowers Classic 8K (4.97 miles) kicks off when the starter rings the cowbell at 9:00 am.
Both routes begin and end in the center of the Village.
Every August the Heath Fair celebrates our town's long agricultural heritage. It's a must-visit event for people interested in New England agricultural traditions, or just looking for old-fashioned family fun!
Family-Friendly Events: We have plenty of family-friendly activities, such as craft booths and live music. Children's activities include carnival rides, games, a petting zoo, and face painting.
Livestock Shows and Agricultural Exhibits: The Heath Fair features livestock shows where farmers and 4-H youth present their cows, sheep, goats, and chickens for judging. Our agricultural exhibits showcase locally grown produce, flowers, and crafts.
Competitions and Demonstrations: Watch locals compete in horse pulls, tractor pulls, and skillet tosses. Demonstrations of traditional skills such as, blacksmithing, wood carving, and beekeeping are entertaining as well as educational.
Food and Vendors: Scrumptious fair food is a highlight for many visitors. Indulge in classic treats like fried dough and cotton candy, or make a meal of barbecue and farm-fresh produce.
Join us at the fairgrounds in Charlemont for the iconic Charlemont Reggae Festival, proudly presented by Hawks & Reed, now in its 26th year of pure Irie!
In 2024, we're excited to honor the memory of Chris Dixson and Ras John, two beloved figures who made this event truly special.
Experience two days packed with music, activities, and good vibes as we expand our tradition to bring you even more soul-filling moments.
SAVE THE DATES: Friday & Saturday, August 16th & 17th, 2024 - Charlemont, MA.
The Festival of the Hills is a much-loved annual event held the Sunday before Columbus Day.
The Festival celebrates Conway's community spirit and natural beauty with a classic New England parade, local musicians, arts and crafts exhibits, fun activities for kids and the young-at-heart, a road race through Conway's hills and hollows, mouth-watering food (such as fried dough offered by local vendors), and their signature event - the skillet toss.
Local volunteers organize the festival to celebrate and preserve Conway's unique culture and heritage and raise funds for student scholarships.
Visitor or resident, the Festival of the Hills is a perfect way to enjoy the best of Conway and its welcoming community.
The Ashfield Fall Festival is a perfect autumn weekend event!
The Fall Festival, typically held the second weekend in October, is a cherished annual tradition where locals and visitors alike enjoy artisan wares, kids' games, music, fun, and lots of homemade food!
Since its start in 1970, it's been deeply rooted in community spirit. Organized solely by local volunteers, the festival proceeds often go towards community projects and initiatives.
Arts and Craft Fair
Throughout the town center you'll find jewelers, woodworkers, glass blowers, potters, textile artists, basket makers, instrument makers, furniture makers, painters, and more.
Games for Kids Created by Kids
Pirate’s toss, catapults, marble mazes, and more! Many adults remember their childhood triumph of climbing to the top of the wobbly rope ladder to ring the bell. Every year, a new generation of children gets to experience that same excitement and pride.
Food!
Homemade treats like apple cider donuts, blueberry cobbler, fried dough with maple cream, apple pie, soups, and a mountain of baked goodies. Local farmers are there to sell their fresh produce.
There's also a parade, live music, family-friendly contests, and a children's activity tent.
Franklin County Cider Days, a celebrated annual event, showcases our region's rich tradition of cider making. This festival, typically held over the first weekend in November, attracts cider enthusiasts, producers, and curious visitors nationwide.
For more than two decades, the Crafts of Colrain Open Studio Tour has attracted visitors on Veterans Day Weekend to meet and chat with our skilled craftspeople and artists in their own studios.
Colrain, one of the last great "undiscovered places," lies just south of the Vermont state line.
It has long been a haven for creative people seeking a beautiful place to work, while honoring and preserving our pastoral past.
Moonlight Magic in Shelburne Falls has been a beloved annual tradition for nearly four decades. In the evening dusk the village is transformed into a candle-lit, music-filled holiday wonderland.
Get your holiday shopping done early! Our many artisan booths and stores offer unique gifts for everyone on your list.
The Parade of Lights stars Santa and Mrs. Claus and other fantastical illuminated characters. There's a also a scavenger hunt for kids.
Take a stroll through the village - the streets are pedestrian only - and enjoy the festive decorations and traveling musicians playing holiday carols.
Hungry? Restaurants extend their dinner hours, and a host of food vendors offer sweet and savory seasonal treats.
