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Join us in celebrating our eighth anniversary at National Alpaca Farm Days. In addition to hosting tours of the farm all day on Saturday and Sunday, we are very excited to once again welcome The Fat Rooster food truck to the farm. We will have live music and a mini farmers market on Saturday and...
The Farm Market at Mill No. 5 is a weekly farmers market held in the heart of Downtown Lowell. With a focus on local farmers and makers from the Merrimack Valley, The Farm Market has offerings including fresh produce, sheep dairy cheeses, honey, pickled items, breads, hot sauce, bakery goods and more! Join us at...
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes: Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles Fresh Tropical Fruits Chef Prepared Pastries Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection Cheese Raviolis Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally...
When the Battle of Lexington was fought in 1775, Hancock Street was a country lane with just two houses. The next 150 years saw many houses built with various architectural styles. Come take a stroll and learn about the Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Gothic Revival homes that populate the street today. Leaves from...
Pay just $2.50 admission per person, the admission price when Discovery Museum opened in 1982! Thank you for more than four decades of support from our community! Existing programs that offer deeper discounts—including $1 admission for EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare Card to Culture card holders, and free admission for active-duty military families, teachers, and children...
Join us at Owen & Ollie's on the first Thursday of every month for Irish Night! Enjoy an evening of live music, delicious Irish food, and a chance to win exciting prizes such as gift cards and a hoodie.
Join us for our monthly comedy showcase! The Coco Comedy hour features sets from local comics and performers every first Thursday of the month!
El Encuentro Film Festival, presented by UNITAS, invites you to celebrate the vibrant world of Latino storytelling through film during Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us on Friday, October 4th & Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the Richard and Nancy Donahue Theater at Middlesex Community College in downtown Lowell, MA. This in-person festival is a dynamic...
Open Mic night is back! Every first and third Friday, come share your music! Express yourself! Grab a drink, enjoy some food & support your local arts community!!
Join us for a beautiful autumn day on the lawn! Enjoy live music by the Maria Frattura Jazz Quartet (performing 11am-2pm), delicious brunch bites from the Forge & Vine Food Truck, exciting lawn games, and unbeatable fall views of iconic Gibbet Hill. Free to attend, no reservations required. Food & beverages available for purchase. Family...
Do you have a passion for boats? Do you love meeting people from around the world? Have you ever wondered what you might need to qualify to be a Boat Captain at Lowell National Historical Park? Now is your chance to get all your questions answered and learn what it takes to captain a National...
Farmers and artisans market of local vendors offering fresh local food, handmade crafts, and more. Each week during the season brings a different assortment of vendors so check the social media pages for more specific details!
Welcome to the Fall Pop-Up Wreath Making Workshop! Come join us at Thriftdit, a small community thrift store located in the heart of downtown Lowell, on Sunday Oct 6th 2024 at 1:00 - 3:00 PM for a fun and creative event to slow down and discover the joy of crafting. We provide you with a...
For 17 years, AIM at Melanoma's walks have been a symbol of hope and support for our community. These walks are also the number one way we raise funds to end melanoma, and your participation makes all the difference. The money you raise goes to AIM’s groundbreaking research initiatives like our International Melanoma Tissue Bank...
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes: Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles Fresh Tropical Fruits Chef Prepared Pastries Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection Cheese Raviolis Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally...
The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce and Merrimack Valley Eats Presents: Taste of the Merrimack Valley on Monday, Oct 7th from 6pm-8pm at the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, Andover, MA.
This Heroes Mental Health Support Group for Police, Fire, Nursing, EMS, Corrections & Veterans meets at the Greater Lowell YMCH on Tuesdays at 7pm.
Lexington's Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area's ONLY Relais & Châteaux property, is hosting a complimentary wine tasting of the world's best wines every second Wednesday of the month throughout 2024 at Town Meeting Bistro's beautiful bar beginning on March 13, 2024. Meet and learn from the industry's top experts, leaders, distributors, and winemakers as...
An elegant fall harvest dinner where France and New England meet at the Inn at Hastings Park. This immersive and indulgent gastronomic journey will feature highest quality farm-fresh autumn produce from Lexington’s beloved local area Wilson Farm (since 1884) paired with wines from Masion M. Chaptouier, one of the elite and biggest names in the...
Lowell Celebrates Kerouac 2024 Fall Festival Oct. 10-14
Move your body and connect with nature while doing outdoor yoga! Yoga improves physical and mental strength, like self-awareness and focus. Kelly Western, professional yoga instructor, will lead a fun yoga class for children and adults that incorporates balance, strength, stretching, and mindfulness in the context of connecting with nature. Yoga mats available. (Optional: Bring...
Join us for a spook-tacular Halloween Yappy Hour, where pups and people alike can enjoy a night of treats, drinks, and fun! What to expect: - Get your pup in the Halloween spirit - dog costumes encouraged! -Delicious bites from the Forge & Vine Food Truck -A full outdoor bar featuring Tito’s Vodka signature cocktails...
In October 1774, the political conflict between Great Britain and Massachusetts reached a crisis. Parliament enacted the “Intolerable Acts” to punish the province for the Tea Party, and they revoked the charter of 1691 by which the popularly elected House of Representatives joined with the Council and Crown-appointed Governor to rule the Bay Colony. In...
Join us to see science and art combined! Create a colorful fall leaf then practice your pipetting skills as you add some water to see how capillary action works to change up your design. Free with admission.
Poets Tanya Grae, Ariella Ruth, and Linda Bratcher Wlodyka will read their work and join poet and UMASS Lowell Associate Professor Maggie Dietz for a discussion of Jack Kerouac’s influence and legacy as a poet. A $20.00 cover charge is requested to support Lowell Celebrates Kerouac. Day passes for $30 are also available,
Farmers and artisans market of local vendors offering fresh local food, handmade crafts, and more. Each week during the season brings a different assortment of vendors so check the social media pages for more specific details!
Head to The Groton Inn | Forge & Vine for a fun autumn day filled with live music by Chuck Clough, delicious Oktoberfest Menu from the Forge & Vine Food Truck, outdoor drinks, and stunning foliage views of beautiful Gibbet Hill Free to attend, food & drinks available for purchase. Family-friendly and fun for all!
Pricing General Admission : $20.00 Senior Ticket: $10.00 RUNNING TIME 1 hour and 10 minutes with a 10 minute intermission Additional Information Refund/Exchange Policy All sales are final.
The Farm Market at Mill No. 5 is a weekly farmers market held in the heart of Downtown Lowell. With a focus on local farmers and makers from the Merrimack Valley, The Farm Market has offerings including fresh produce, sheep dairy cheeses, honey, pickled items, breads, hot sauce, bakery goods and more! Join us at...
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes: Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles Fresh Tropical Fruits Chef Prepared Pastries Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection Cheese Raviolis Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally...
Haunted Gingerbread House Workshop Goblins, ghouls and zombies, oh my! Join us for a Fa-boo-lous evening of fun at the Farm. Wednesday October 16th, 2024 at 5:30pm Our talented staff in our bakery will guide you step by step on how to decorate a festive and spooky Gingerbread house. A perfect activity to get in...
A revolutionary spin on roasts. The classic versions have endless possibilities for variation and Sunday roast will never be dull again! This revolutionary foodie experience is an interactive feast of the senses and guides guests through the execution of a sumptuous contemporary roast dinner (with ideas for meat & fish) and inspired veggies plus a...
In 2024, Minuteman National Historical Park and Walden Pond were named as among the top 11 endangered historic sites in America, in part due to climate change. The alterations to our natural environment during the climate crisis have far-reaching consequences to the preservation of history as well as the natural landscape. More than 40 years...
Join us for an evening of poetry, music and performance celebrating Poe's presence in Lowell, Mass.! Tickets $20 until Oct. 6, $25 at door. Purchase here...
Blacklight DJ Dance Party. Costumes encouraged. Bring your own flashlight and candy bag. Geared to elementary aged children $5 for all persons in attendance over age 2
Relax and unwind with a guided meditation followed by the soothing and healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, shamanic drums, chimes, rainsticks and more. Feel free to bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket, and/or anything else you may need to be comfortable as you drift into a state of bliss. “Even in the darkest times,...
Open Mic night is back! Every first and third Friday, come share your music! Express yourself! Grab a drink, enjoy some food & support your local arts community!!
Join us at The Groton Inn | Forge & Vine Lawn for great tunes by singer & guitarist Jarred Grant, delicious Oktoberfest bites from the F&V Food Truck, refreshing bevvies, lawn games, and gorgeous autumn views of Gibbet Hill. Free to attend, no reservations required. Food & beverages are available for purchase. Family-friendly and fun...
What does the history of work in Lowell sound like, and how can you tell that story through music? Come be part of the musical composition process in the first of a series of workshops on the soundscape of Lowell through its many eras! Join contemporary composers working on new pieces specifically for Lowell National...
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes: Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles Fresh Tropical Fruits Chef Prepared Pastries Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection Cheese Raviolis Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally...
The Farm Market at Mill No. 5 is a weekly farmers market held in the heart of Downtown Lowell. With a focus on local farmers and makers from the Merrimack Valley, The Farm Market has offerings including fresh produce, sheep dairy cheeses, honey, pickled items, breads, hot sauce, bakery goods and more! Join us at...
Sign up on our website for this calming workshop and explore the healing nature of sounds! This interactive 90-minute workshop explores the healing nature of sound through Alchemy Crystal Singing Bowls, Crystal Pyramids, and harmonious chimes. Learn about sound and vibration, discover how they can help balance and calm your body, and even try your...
The City of Lowell, in collaboration with the Parker Lecture Series and UMass Lowell, is proud to present Admiral Michael Gilday, a distinguished native of Lowell. Admiral Gilday, who served as the 32nd Chief of Naval Operations from August 22, 2019, to August 17, 2023, returns to his hometown to share insights from his remarkable...
The City of Lowell, in collaboration with the Parker Lecture Series and UMass Lowell, is proud to present Admiral Michael Gilday, a distinguished native of Lowell, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 6:30PM, at UMass Lowell’s Comley-Lane Theatre, located at 870 Broadway St. This special event is free and open to the public, with no...
Goodbye to summer - Hello to fall! Decoupage Pumpkins and shells. A guided class and all supplies are included. To reserve call 772-302-6926. Must be 12 years and older.
The 2024 Henry David Thoreau Prize for Literary Excellence in Nature Writing, known as the Thoreau Prize, will be awarded to J. Drew Lanham. The Thoreau Prize was established in 2010 by nature writer Dale Peterson. In 2020, the Thoreau Society began administering the award. The Thoreau Prize is a literary award granted annually to...
Come celebrate Halloween early and make your very own Halloween candle! You'll be guided through making the candle from start-to-finish using only pure, non-toxic soy wax. Then you'll choose from a variety of spooky scents that are all clean, therapeutic-grade oils. You can even choose from a variety of spooky Halloween labels, and you'll have...
Join us as we celebrate Halloween weekend! Dress for the occasion and give your Halloween costume the chance to spook, sparkle, and shine. Challenge yourself to a few holes of Pumpkin Putt Putt and other outdoor games with a frightfully fun twist. Use your powers of observation on a Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt and expect other...
Back by popular demand at The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro: Dia de los Muertos Tea returns! The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a celebratory day that pays respects and remembers departed friends and family, and is the festival that Halloween was intended to be. An afternoon tea...
Our Pumpkin Village is always free, but donations are welcome! This fun activity is a fundraiser for the Make A Wish Foundation and 100% of your donation goes to this awesome organization granting wishes to critically ill children. Our Pumpkin Village consists of walk-through buildings decorated with pumpkins, a giant walk-through pumpkin, and a haunted...
MonsterBash returns on Saturday, October 26th, 2024! MonsterBash is a free and family-friendly Halloween event! Trick or Treat at local businesses, experience Lowell City Hall transformed into a Haunted House, and visit the Neighborhood Haunt at JFK Plaza for free treats and to meet Lowell organizations. Look for a pumpkin painted on the sidewalk in...
Welcome to the Monster Mash Farm Bash! Join us on Sat, Oct 26, 2024, at 5:30 PM for a spooktacular evening at Good Pickin' Farm. Get ready for a fun night, music, and dancing under the stars! Wear your best costume and don't forget to bring your friends and family for a night you won't...
Join us for a thrilling night under the stars at our Halloween Concert in the Courtyard! Get ready to sing along with great hits by The Skrims, while enjoying a variety of delicious bites from our food truck and spook-tacular cocktails from our outdoor bar. Costumes are highly encouraged – come dressed to impress and...
Back by popular demand at The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro: Dia de los Muertos Tea returns! The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a celebratory day that pays respects and remembers departed friends and family, and is the festival that Halloween was intended to be. An afternoon tea...
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes: Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles Fresh Tropical Fruits Chef Prepared Pastries Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection Cheese Raviolis Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally...
Join us for a fun-filled family Halloween day at the farm - not too spooky, just lots of treats and activities for everyone to enjoy! All activities are included in the price. $15 Tickets: 1 child and 1 adult (under 12 months are free). $5 Tickets: Additional Adult(s) 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘳𝘮...
Grab your crew and get ready to slay those Halloween vibes at Mill No. 5’s Costume Photo Stroll! For two days we’re turning the Mill, already the perfect photoshoot location, into selfie central with epic backdrops and props that range from spooky, to silly, to otherworldly- and all totally Insta-worthy. This a free, DIY style...
Grab your crew and get ready to slay those Halloween vibes at Mill No. 5’s Costume Photo Stroll! For two days we’re turning the Mill, already the perfect photoshoot location, into selfie central with epic backdrops and props that range from spooky, to silly, to otherworldly- and all totally Insta-worthy. This a free, DIY style...
Friday, November 1 thru Sunday, November 3 | Fri. 3:30 - 7:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am - 3pm Museum Admission not Required Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all members of our community. Supported by donations from our Museum community and beyond, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes...
Open Mic night is back! Every first and third Friday, come share your music! Express yourself! Grab a drink, enjoy some food & support your local arts community!!
A Santa Visit unlike any Santa visit your child has ever experienced!! From the first glimpse of Santa to finding their name on his nice list, children are transported into Santa’s Magic world. During your visit, the kids will explore Santa’s workshop, help him make toys and even plan his trip around the globe. The...
Friday, November 1 thru Sunday, November 3 | Fri. 3:30 - 7:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am - 3pm Museum Admission not Required Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all members of our community. Supported by donations from our Museum community and beyond, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes...
What does the history of work in Lowell sound like, and how can you tell that story through music? Come be part of the musical composition process in the second of a series of workshops on the soundscape of Lowell through its many eras! Join contemporary composers working on new pieces specifically for Lowell National...