Events in Amherst today

A festive Night Market brings together diverse vendors, tasty food, music, and shopping in a lively, community-focused setting. It celebrates local culture and great energy as local businesses gather to share their offerings. The result is a welcoming marketplace atmosphere with plenty to browse and savor.

Unwind with beers and good tunes while soaking up the great weather. A simple, laid-back get-together centered on music and refreshments.

At Dreki Soul, this full moon gathering centers on candle and plant magic, offering guided ritual work designed to support personal growth and intention setting. Participants explore the lunar cycle, work with plant allies, and use candle practices to focus energy toward meaningful change. The experience highlights connection with nature, clarity around desires, and empowered self-discovery. Open to everyone. Cost is $40 for members and $45 for walk-ins.

Enjoy a free weekly yoga session for adults led by Brian Mulligan. The practice is gentle, with careful attention to alignment, safety, and a well-rounded sequence. It is a drop-in class, and participants should bring their own yoga mat. The class meets at the Library Annex. Because plans can change, check the library website for the most current schedule and location details. Brian holds a 200 hour teaching certification and trained with Kim Valerie through the Iyengar-inspired Yoga Spirits program in Beverly, MA. He is also certified to teach chair yoga through Lakshmi Voelker’s Get Fit Where You Sit program. Lakshmi has prepared more than 1,600 chair yoga instructors and teaches through Kripalu.

At Glendale Grill, Vicky performs a solo set as a multi-instrumentalist, bringing a distinctive touch to every song and building a genuine connection with the audience while showing care for both the music and the people listening. The performance revolves around audience requests, with the set shaped by suggestions and an openness to trying new material.

This event features the Rich Badowski Band alongside Michael St George, Max Samson, and Dennis Cotton, bringing all four acts together on one lineup.

Unwind in a calm, community-centered gathering at Dreki Soul. Enjoy tea and light nourishment, bring a book or a journal, or simply rest in a setting that welcomes quiet conversation, personal reflection, or peaceful solitude. Two candles will be lit for anyone who feels called to set an intention or let something go, with no pressure to participate. At some gatherings the circle becomes The Monthly Reset Ritual with Amanda, offering deeper reflection and renewal in the same space. This warm, welcoming experience invites you to ground, breathe, and reconnect. Participation is included in memberships and packs, and walk-ins are welcome for $10.

Live music fills Francie’s Tavern in a relaxed, beer-focused setting. Settle in with a cold drink and enjoy an easygoing night of tunes in a spot that celebrates all things beer.

Presented by DSP Shows, this concert brings Cloud Nothings together with Knifeplay at The Drake in Amherst, MA. Enjoy live music from both acts in one show.

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.

A welcoming, low-stimulation session at the Carnegie Library designed for preschool-aged children with sensory sensitivities and their caregivers. The program supports both sensory-seeking and sensory-avoiding children in a calm, comfortable setting. To create a quieter experience, the library opens beyond normal hours, with softer lighting and a thoughtfully arranged space. Children can explore a selection of sensory tools and hands-on materials, including pop-it toys, at their own pace. The building offers one accessible parking space, a wheelchair ramp with an automatic door at the top, and a restroom whose entrance is not ADA compliant. Individuals who need accommodations or have questions about physical access may contact Library Director Caitlin Kelley in advance at librarydirector@montague-ma.gov or 413-863-3214 ext. 6.

Imagine, design, and build with LEGO bricks at the Carnegie Library. This weekly drop-in style activity runs during open hours on Wednesdays and offers a relaxed space for creativity using the library’s LEGO collection. It is designed for children ages 6 to 11. The library can be reached by FRTA Routes 22, 24, or 32 to the Food City stop, or by Route 23 to the Ave A and 3rd Street stop. Accessibility features include one accessible parking space on the 7th Street side of the building, a wheelchair ramp accessed from the driveway on that side, and an automatic door at the top of the ramp. A restroom is available, though its entrance is not ADA compliant. For questions about access or to request accommodations, contact library director Caitlin Kelley at librarydirector@montague-ma.gov or 413-863-3214 ext. 6 in advance of your visit.