Family events in Northampton, MA

Celebrating 50 years, the club’s breed specialty show takes place at the Big E in West Springfield, Massachusetts. This focused event highlights a single breed in a dedicated showcase.

At Storrs Library, caregivers with children up to 18 months can drop in for a relaxed playgroup. Siblings are invited too. Expect a shared story, time with toys, and an easy chance for both kids and adults to meet new friends. Stay for a few minutes or the whole session, and know that even fussy babies are welcome.

Granby Library’s Tabletop Games Club welcomes players ages 8 and older for an in-person gathering featuring a variety of board, card, and tile games. Expect a friendly setting to play, socialize, and try something new. Arrive with friends or meet fellow gamers during the session. Library cardholders can borrow games to take home afterward.

The 3rd Annual Furry Friends Fashion Fundraiser returns, hosted by L & M Creations and benefiting Wolfie’s Legacy Memorial. This warmhearted gathering celebrates pets while raising funds for back meadow fencing, a reflection patio, completion of the memorial walkway, and a permanent hard‑top gazebo over the Rainbow Bridge. The program includes a playful runway fashion show for dogs, where every style is welcome, from costumed looks to simple, confident struts. A bustling marketplace features vendors and crafters offering dog clothes, treats, collars, harnesses, toys, and pet portraits, along with jewelry, candles, crafts, art, and holiday gifts. Vendor tables are $15, and nonprofit organizations may participate at no cost. The event invites shelters and rescues to showcase adoptable dogs on the runway and share information about adoptable cats to support adoptions. Tickets are $10, with every ticket helping fund the memorial improvements.

North Breed Auto Club and Team Zolo present Blast From the Past Car Show 2026, a nostalgic showcase for car and bike enthusiasts focused on classic vibes and lasting memories. Vehicle entry is $20 for cars and $10 for bikes, and spectators are welcome at no cost. Awards include Top 40 Cars, Top 5 Bikes, AC of the Day, MC of the Day, Best Female, Under Construction, and Car of the Day. Additional specialty categories are available for an extra $5, featuring Best Classic, Best Music judged by meter, 2 Step, and Best Wrap. The fun continues with friendly contests such as team tug of war, a team sack race, and a food eating competition. Vendors, food, raffles, and more complete the experience.

Explore the fascinating history of Connecticut River Valley brooms at a live demonstration that brings 19th century craftsmanship to life. An 1840s broom machine will be on display, and a guide will show how a broom is made while explaining how the process evolved and how the Connecticut River Valley became the broom-making capital of the United States in the early nineteenth century. This program is made possible by Americana Corner and the Early American Industries Association.

Hosted by the Ramapogue Historical Society at the Josiah Day House, this fifth annual fall celebration features blacksmith demonstrations, open-hearth cooking, kids crafts, and opportunities to tour the Josiah Day House. It has become a tradition in West Springfield. Admission is free for everyone, and children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and trick or treat among the historical societies that will be tabling at the Day House. Tours of the Park Street Cemetery are also available next to the First Congregational Church on Park Street, just a few buildings from the Josiah Day House. The tour highlights the history of West Springfield through the stories of those buried there, with tea lights marking the graves connected to each account.

Enjoy dinner with desserts and chances to win in raffles. Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for kids.

Enjoy a comforting community meal with dine-in seating or convenient curbside pickup. Choose pork with gravy or a vegetarian sausage entrée, and every plate comes with mashed potatoes, butternut squash, applesauce, a roll with butter, and apple crisp for dessert. Each dinner is $20. More details and online ordering are available.

An evening created for moms and sons ages 3 and up at Pioneer Valley Christian Academy features active games, creative projects, and sweet treats. Pair up for dodgeball and basketball, paint matching portraits, and enjoy face painting. Everyone comes together for a build-your-own ice cream sundae bar, then heads to the gym for an energetic round of Just Dance, followed by a family-friendly movie to wind down. Admission is $25 for one mom and one son, with each additional son $5. Registration is managed by Pioneer Valley Christian Academy, and payments are processed at 413-782-8031. Current PVCA families may register through ParentSquare.

Celebrate the season finale of Cars & Coffee with a free community car show that welcomes enthusiasts of every age. Expect an eclectic mix of domestics and imports, with all makes and models invited to register. Spectators are admitted at no cost and can stop by the registration booth for a drip coffee token. Families will find kid-friendly extras, including an on-site playground and coloring activities. Vehicle registration is free and includes two perks, a drip coffee token from Futura Coffee Roasters and a General Store token redeemable for one General Store brand jam, sauce, pickles, or salsa. Trophies will be presented for Best in Show, Best Domestic, and Best Import. Pre-registration is encouraged since turnout often exceeds one hundred cars, and same-day signups will also be available. New this year, past participants from 2025 may already be in the system for faster check-in, and after an initial registration this season, returning with the same vehicle should only require a quick lookup. Event support is provided by Futura Coffee Roasters and The Mill District General Store & Local Art Gallery. To stay informed about Cars & Coffee updates, RSVP through Eventbrite.

This monthly breakfast buffet returns after a summer break with a menu that includes pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, biscuits with gravy, fresh fruit, and assorted beverages. It is open to the public and welcomes everyone, with a per person donation requested. Uniformed first responders and service members are welcomed as guests in appreciation of their service. Friends and families can enjoy a shared meal and friendly company.

Celebrate the season with quick fall photo sessions offered at Forest Park Aquatic Gardens, East Granby Farms, and Mitteneague Park. Each session lasts 20 minutes and is priced at $275, and you receive every edited image as a digital download with rights to print. Dogs are welcome, and multiple dates are available at these locations.

Savor a relaxed Sunday brunch at Villa Napoletana with a spread of traditional breakfast dishes, Italian specialties, and a selection of hot entrees. Admission is $23.95 for adults and $11.95 for children 12 and under.

Hall Tavern hosts Holly Eckert and Rich Eckert for a historic trade demonstration centered on tinsmithing, along with a focus on toys and games. Entry is covered by general admission.

Young bakers dive into an eight session afterschool baking club in the full kitchen at the Florence Civic Center. Designed for ages 7 to 11, with ages 12 and up welcome as CITs, the program focuses on practical techniques and the science behind cookies. Participants measure, mix, cream, fold, and decorate while following a teacher led, from scratch curriculum that explains why cookies spread, why butter matters, and how changing a single ingredient affects the outcome. Each week features a different cookie and a new skill to explore. Everyone leaves each session with a portion of what they made, so families can share cookies at home. The fee is $300 and includes weekly take home treats.

Geared toward animal-loving kids, this program builds practical pet care skills through interactive, hands-on learning. Children also meet real animals up close with visits from live animal guests.

Kids ages 6 to 11 can enjoy creative R&R with the library’s LEGO collection at the Carnegie Library in Turners Falls. Activities take place during open hours on Wednesdays, offering a relaxed space to imagine, design, and build. The library is reachable by FRTA bus 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, 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 accommodations or to request assistance, contact library director Caitlin Kelley at librarydirector@montague-ma.gov or 413-863-3214 ext. 6.

This fire-free science series runs for eight weeks and invites kids to investigate how explosions work, using examples like volcanoes and the chemistry of fireworks, along with additional topics.

The October edition of the Stern Army and IFPA pinball tournament is presented by Game Changer Amusements in collaboration with The Shortstop Bar & Grill and Par 4 The Course. Sponsored by Stern Pinball and Stern Army Promotions, this monthly event welcomes players of all ages and skill levels and includes prizes and giveaways. Entry is $5 plus coin drop. The format features two hours of match play qualifying followed by a ladder finals, with the number of finalists based on attendance. The winner takes home the Game Changer trophy and a Stern Pinball translite.

Ghost Garland highlights the charming side of ghosts. The cost is $5, and advance registration is required.

Enjoy a relaxed, family friendly creative session that nurtures connection and community through self expression. Participation is free, and voluntary donations are appreciated.

This after school club, inspired by the Babysitters Club series, welcomes responsible, creative and caring kids who want to grow their babysitting skills. Participants ages 7 to 11 will explore stories and characters like Kristy, Claudia and Mary Anne through reading and conversation, then practice caregiving in engaging, hands on activities. Youth ages 12 and up can participate as CITs, building leadership while supporting the group. Each registration includes a new Babysitters Club book, and the program also marks the arrival of three new releases in the series, including a new Super Special graphic novel. The aim is for every participant to finish the season feeling capable, confident and compassionate as a young caregiver.

Lofi Lab brings its traveling creative hangout to The National Spiritual Alliance in Lake Pleasant, offering a relaxed, lo-fi soundtrack and a quiet space where teens and kids can settle in to draw, write, or work on a graphic novel. The venue is housed within Thompson Temple. Parking can be tight in this close-knit residential neighborhood, and an interactive guide is available to point out suggested spots; please follow posted signs, observe local regulations, and keep to the 10 mph speed limit. The building is historic and not fully ADA compliant. The lower level, where most activities are held, has a ramped entrance and same-level bathrooms; the ramp is steeper than ADA standards. Restrooms include grab bars, have outward-swinging doors, and doorways are wide enough for wheelchairs and other mobility devices. For accessibility questions or accommodations, contact The National Spiritual Alliance at contact@spiritualallianceUSA.org or reach Montague Public Libraries Director Caitlin Kelley at librarydirector@montague-ma.gov or 413-863-3214 ext. 6 in advance.

A spaghetti supper is planned for October, offering a warm and comforting pasta meal.

Designed for ages 10 to 14, this tween book group welcomes fans of graphic novels to connect with peers, talk about favorite reads, share recommendations, play games, and get creative with crafts. Copies of the current selection are available in the Youth Room, and snacks are provided at no cost. Registration is requested.