Sturbridge

2nd Annual Tree.1 Run for Fun
2024-07-13 07:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Sturbridge Town Common, Main St, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
Spectators and runners can enjoy many vendors on the common from 8:30 AM until 12 PM.
Fun activities for children all morning – bouncy house – face painting – fun children’s race on the common with participation medals to the first 46 to register!!
The Sturbridge Special Events Committee, in partnership with Giving Trees for Life, Inc. (The Festival of {Giving} Trees), is thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual Tree.1 Run for Fun Run/Walk happening on Saturday, July 13th, 2024! This event aims to raise funds for the Silent Spring Institute, the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition, and The UMMH Cancer Center at Harrington Hospital to combat breast cancer, support cancer research, and help local cancer patients with financial hardship.

https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/MA/Sturbridge/Tree1RunforFun

Oktoberfest at Rapscallion Brewery, Spencer
2024-09-20 - 2024-09-22 | Rapscallion, 3 Arnold Road, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
Come celebrate Rapscallion’s Oktoberfest all weekend Friday-Sunday, September 20-22 at our Spencer Brewery & Taproom. Food Trucks with Oktoberfest specials galore, and the release of our beloved MO-Fest beer and a limited release Pumpkin Ale!

Stewing Over Mysteries with Hank Phillippi Ryan
2025-02-13 18:30 - 21:00 | Publick House, 277 Main Street, Sturbridge, 01566
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of thrilling mysteries and hearty comfort food as USA Today bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan comes to Sturbridge for an exclusive author event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Joshua Hyde Public Library, this event will take place on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the iconic Publick House in Sturbridge, MA. Stewing Over Mysteries is a night of captivating conversation, delicious food, and the chance to meet one of the country’s top mystery writers.
Ticket Information:
•General Admission: $20 – Includes admission to the event and dinner of beef stew, rolls, dessert, coffee/tea. A vegetarian and gluten-free option is available at time of ticket purchase.
•Book & Ticket Package: $34 – Includes event admission, dinner, and a signed copy of Hank Phillippi Ryan’s novel, One Wrong Word
Book Club on the Go is the official bookseller for the event. https://www.bookclubct.com/
Tickets are limited, so don’t miss out on this chance to dine, chat, and discover more about the art of mystery writing with one of the best in the genre.
To purchase tickets, visit www.sturbridgelibrary.org
HANK PHILLIPPI RYAN is the USA Today bestselling author of 15 psychological thrillers, winning the genre’s most prestigious awards: five Agathas, five Anthonys, and the coveted Mary Higgins Clark Award. She’s also investigative reporter for Boston’s WHDH-TV, winning 37 EMMYs. Her newest is the page-turning standalone ONE WRONG WORD – a twisty non-stop story of gaslighting, manipulation, and murder. She is the host of CRIME TIME on A Mighty Blaze, and co-host of THE BACK ROOM and FIRST CHAPTER FUN. She lives in Boston.

Vintage Oasis
2025-02-14 17:00 - 2025-02-15 23:30 | The Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center, 366 Main Street, Sturbridge
The Vintage Oasis tropical-themed weekend escape will take place Friday, February 14th to Sunday 16th, 2025. (Yes, the perfect Valentine’s Day getaway!) Come for a selection of vintage vendors as well as a tribute to the world of mid-century Tiki-themed fantasy. The vintage market will be open Saturday featuring all eras of top-shelf clothing and antique goods. There will be many tropical “Tiki” themed activities all weekend including classic and crafted cocktails, live music/dancing, classes, a pool party, and the Grand Luau! The setting for the weekend is the palm court and ballroom of the (perfectly vintage) Sturbridge Host Hotel. There are several ticket options based on how much you want to attend. Check out full details on our website!

Brimfield Antiques & Collectibles Shows
2025-05-13 - 2025-05-18, 2025-07-08 - 2025-07-13, 2025-09-02 - 2025-09-07 | Brimfield Antiques Center, 35 Palmer Road, Brimfield, MA, 01010, United States
Since 1959, Brimfield, Massachusetts has been the Antique and Collectibles Capital of the United States. As the largest and most iconic outdoor antique show in the country, it’s the ultimate destination for antique lovers, collectors, and treasure hunters.
As many as 4,500 dealers make Brimfield their home away from home three times a year (in May, July and September) and sell their wares on a one mile stretch of Route 20. Join the thousands of shoppers who make the Brimfield Shows their #1 destination for the finest in antiques, collectibles and the unusual. There are 20 shows for your shopping pleasure.
Each of the individually-owned Brimfield Antique Flea Market show fields have specific opening times, contact information and admissions. Many of the events are free to attend. Detailed information is available on this website.

35th Annual Sturbridge Harvest Festival
2025-10-18 10:00 - 2025-10-19 16:00 | Sturbridge Town Common, Main St, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
Come join us for some harvest time fun! Handmade items to purchase of all varieties, feed the goats, check out the alpacas, vote on some chowder, and more!
You’ll find:
Food trucks
Local makers
Farms
Hay maze
Pumpkin carver demos
Music
Dunk Tank
& More
