This weekend in Amherst, MA

The Great Falls Farmers Market takes place in downtown Turners Falls, Massachusetts. SNAP and HIP benefits are accepted at the market.

ELO Academy Branded Horsemanship will host a liberty and bridleless show in Massachusetts, culminating in a freestyle invitational performance. More details will be shared as they become available.

Moose Riders present their annual cookout at Chicopee Moose Lodge 1849/Chapter 1489, beginning with a pre-cookout ride that includes registration beforehand. Admission is $25 per rider and $15 for passengers or guests, and it covers food plus live music from Boneyard. A 50/50 and raffle prizes are planned. Proceeds support a Lupus foundation.

A decade in, the 10th Annual SOAAR 5K & Recovery Rally brings the community together to support recovery services in Western Massachusetts. Launched in 2016 as a grassroots fundraiser, it has grown into a major tradition that celebrates resilience, connection, and the strength of recovery. This milestone year honors ten years of hope and healing and shines a light on a community that shows up and lifts one another up.

Returning to the Easthampton River Valley Co-op, this pop-up bike shop provides on-site tune ups and repairs and features a range of new bikes and accessories available to buy. Shoppers can browse at their own pace, discover an unexpected item for their ride, and combine bike service with a grocery run in one convenient stop.

Signature Sounds and Mass Audubon’s Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary present the eighth annual Arcadia Folk Festival, a day of live music that brings the community together and supports the sanctuary’s mission while highlighting a sustainable approach to large gatherings. The 2026 lineup features Allison Russell, Milk Carton Kids, John Craige, Fantastic Cat, Caitlin Canty, Lisa Bastoni, and Little Roots, with additional performers to be announced. Mass Audubon members receive first access to tickets.

A Renaissance faire themed gathering honoring Lughnasadh and the season's first harvest. Dragons, makers, healers, artists, and fellow adventurers come together to celebrate the creations, growth, and abundance of the season. Offerings include healing sessions and intuitive readings such as Tarot, Reiki, sound work, and self care. Throughout the event, a playful quest unfolds... three concealed dragon eggs are revealed each hour, and each find brings a chance to win a prize from Dreki Soul. Themed clothing is encouraged, from renaissance and medieval looks to fantasy or dragon inspired attire. Those interested in vending can inquire by emailing community@drekisoul.art.

Settle into a slow, meditative yin yoga session that works into the body's deeper connective tissues through extended, restful holds. Poses are usually sustained for about three to five minutes, allowing time to soften, release, and restore. This gentle practice pairs well with more vigorous movement and offers a calming way to wrap up the weekend. All levels are welcome. Participants should bring their own mat. Cost is $15 per person.

Wind down the weekend with a restorative session featuring sound healing and guided meditation led by Kelsey. With crystal bowls and thoughtful guidance, it invites you to reconnect with your body, settle the mind, and move toward the week with a clear, grounded outlook. Come exactly as you are, whether energized, tired, or somewhere in between. The cost is $44 per person.