Sturbridge

Music Bingo at Altruist!
2024-12-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-30 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Altruist Brewing Company, 559 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA, 01518, United States
Free to play, prizes to win! Join us for Music bingo here in the taproom 6pm-8pm!

Holiday Greens Sale
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-06 12:00 - 17:00 | Ruth Wells Center for the Arts, 111 Main Street/Route 131, Soutbridge, M, 01550, United States
The Southbridge Garden Club holds its Annual Holiday Greens Sale on Friday, December 6 from 12 – 5 PM, and on Saturday, December 7 from 9:Am to Noon. Handcrafted items include Noble Fir wreaths, ‘mixed greens swags, and containers, as well as bundles of mixed greens. This fundraiser supports the Club’s programs, scholarships, and community outreach activities.

Festival of Giving Trees 2024
2024-12-05 - 2024-12-08 | La Salle Reception Center, 444 Main St, Southbridge, MA, 01550, United States
The 2024 Festival of Giving Trees is December 5th through December 8th. Celebrating their 27th year, the festival will be live and “virtual”. This four day family event has the mission to raise money to help the Silent Spring Institute, the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition and the UMMH Cancer Center at Harrington Hospital.
For more information, visit the Festival of Giving Trees Facebook page.

Sturbridge Holiday Stroll
2024-12-04 - 2024-12-08 | The Painted Stone Emporium, 453 Main St, Sturbridge, MA, 01518, United States
On Dec. 4-8, join us for the 2nd Annual Sturbridge Stroll! Explore the many small retail shops in Sturbridge, get your holiday shopping started (or finished!) and win prizes! This special town is filled with so many unique shops…some have been around for decades and some are very new.
HOW TO PLAY
Visit the participating shops in Sturbridge, MA. See below for the list!
Spot the Hidden Santa to receive a stamp at each stop.
Earn 7 (or more!) stamps for a chance to win a $25 gift card from a local small Business.
Fill your entire card for a chance to win a large gift basket filled with goodies from your favorite shops.
Submit your card on Instagram or Facebook using the hashtag #SturbridgeStroll.
Tag @VintageandSwoon & @ThePaintedEmporium on Instagram or Facebook.
STROLL STOPS
Fine Lines Fine Wood Furnishings | 4 Old Stagecoach Rd
Threads Boutique | 559 Main St
BaanMae Market | 559 Main St
Deep Roots Distillery | 559 Main St
Altruist Brewing Company | 559 Main St
Tutti Quanti Italian Market | 538 Main St
Best Bib & Tucker | 538 Main St
Vintage and Antique Textiles | 538 Main St
The Thrifty Gypsy | 531 Main St
The Painted Stone Emporium | 453 Main St
Sturbridge Yankee Pedlar | 433 Main St
Village Primitives | 428 Main St
Twiddle T’s Pottery | 5 Snell Street
Alternatives for Health | 426 Main St
Chickadees | 425 Main St
Vintage and Swoon | 425 Main St
Yankee Wool Works | 419 Main St
413 On Main | 413 Main St
The Bird Store and More | 4 Cedar St
Lake Road Living | 371 Main St
Old Sturbridge Village Store | 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd
Sadie Green’s Junque & Jewels | 320 Main st
Sadie Green’s Curiosity Shop | 283 Main St
Noah’s Ark Pet Shop | 57 Main St
Sturbridge Antique Shops | 128 Charlton Road

Christmas by Candlelight
2024-11-29 14:00 - 2024-12-30 20:00 | Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, 01566, United States
Experience the history of Christmas festivities at Old Sturbridge Village. Relish in old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, and more.

“John Hinds Pottery/Kiln site in Holland”
2024-11-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Publick House, 277 Main Street, Sturbridge, 01566
Doug Lyon and Mike Forand will present a program regarding the Hinds Site – an 18th-century potter/kiln site they found in Holland, MA about 40 years ago. They worked with Old Sturbridge Village for about four seasons at the Hinds site during which they recovered an abundance of artifacts, and uncovered the kiln base. OSV has generously made their documentation and artifacts available for this presentation.

Friendsgiving Beer Dinner at UNO
2024-11-19 18:30 - 21:00 | UNO Pizzeria & Grill, 100 Charlton Road, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
Friendsgiving Beer Dinner at UNO
Enjoy a delicious Friendsgiving Beer Dinner at UNO Pizzeria & Grill featuring Greater Good Brewery! Indulge in a mouthwatering feast specially crafted for this festive occasion. Enjoy a unique dining experience with friends, good food, and great beer. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the holiday season in style. Reserve your spot now!

6th Annual Home of the Brave 5K
2024-11-09 09:00 - 10:30 | Sturbridge Town Common, Main St, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
6th Annual Home of the Brave 5k Run/Walk presented by: Sturbridge Special Events Committee. Join us in celebrating the bravery and dedication of our veterans. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Sturbridge American Legion. Over the past years funds have also been donated to Veterans Inc. and Project New Hope.

Race Day Schedule:
7:30 AM: Packet Pickup and Day-Of Registration Begins
9:00 AM: 5K Race Start
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM estimated based on all participants completing the course. Awards Ceremony on the Common
Course Map: Click Here to view Map
Registration Pricing:
In-person: $25 (T-shirt included if registered by 11/01)
Virtual: $25 (No T-Shirt)
Virtual: $32 (includes shipping. T-shirt shipped to you included if registered by 11/01)
Military: $10 (T-shirt included if registered by 11/01) / $20 Day-Of
Day-of Registration: $30 (T-shirt based on availability)
Guaranteed race T-shirts for participants who register by November 01.
Medals:
– Fastest Military Male & Female In-Person Finishers
– Fastest Overall Male & Female In-Person Finishers
– Fastest Male & Female in Each Age Divisions
Parking: Within a short walk of the Sturbridge Town Common.
Volunteers Needed:
Join a passionate 5K Crew and run for free! The race is on the lookout for more enthusiastic volunteers to help bring this race to life. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new to the scene, your efforts make a world of difference.
Come learn and experience the inner workings of an all-volunteer fundraising race, where every helping hand counts towards a greater cause!

Halloween Party at Brookfield Orchards
2024-10-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Brookfield Orchards, 12 Lincoln Road, North Brookfield, MA, 01535, United States
Details coming soon!

34th Annual Harvest Festival
2024-10-19 10:00 - 2024-10-20 17:00 | Sturbridge Town Common, Main St, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
The Annual Harvest Festival on the Sturbridge Town Common is a family fun tradition that includes local crafters, artisans, specialty food vendors, and farm fresh harvests. There will be live music and new features including an axe throwing trailer and kids bounce house! Admission is free. For more information visit the 34th Annual Harvest Festival Facebook page.

45th Annual Apple Country Fair
2024-10-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Brookfield Common Historic District, Brookfield, MA, 01506, United States
Showcasing the work of more than 90 local crafters, the 45th annual Apple Country Fair will be held on the Brookfield Town Common, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fair will also feature live music, lawn games, baked goods, food trucks, raffles, and an apple pie contest — all to benefit the Brookfield Community Club, a charitable organization that makes grants to enrich community life. For more information, visit the 45th Annual Apple Country Fair Facebook page.

Brimfield Annual Auto Show
2024-10-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Brimfield Auction Acres, 35 Main Street, Brimfield, MA, 01010, United States
Auction Acres presents the 16th Annual Brimfield Auto Show! There will be cars, food trucks, and beverages from the Brimfield Winery. All proceeds to benefit Hitchcock and Brimfield Firefighter’s Association. Car registration opens at 8am and it is $15 per vehicle. Admission is $5 and free for seniors, military, veterans, and children under 13!
Rain date for the auto show is October 13th.

Rocktober featuring the Legends Tour
2024-10-05 16:00 - 21:00 | Brimfield Winery, 35 Main Street, Brimfield, MA, 01010, United States
This Rocktober concert features interpretations of artists including Elvis, Johnny Cash and Creedence Clearwater Revival performed by Robert Black and Sweet Hitch-Hiker. Come and enjoy Americana rock and food trucks at Brimfield winery. Gates open at 4pm.

Walking Tour of Tantiusques – The Sturbridge Leadmine
2024-10-05 10:00 - 10:30
This tour will be led by Ed Hood, Executive Director of the Norcross Wildlife Foundation, and an historian and archaeologist who led the excavations at the nearby Robert Crowd site, home for one of the miners who worked at the Leadmine. mine was the source of very high-quality graphite which Native Americans used and traded across the region and which early European settlers first attempted to mine in the 1640s. The walking tour will discuss this history and look at some of the remains of mining done in the mid-1800s when the mine was at its peak of production. The tour will then follow the Trustees of Reservations hiking trail around the site and out to the Robert Crowd archaeological site where the lives of miners and other residents of the site will be discussed. The tour will last about 1 hour and cover about a mile of trail, some of which is rough and steep.
The tour will start at the information kiosk for the Tantiusques Reservation, 493 Leadmine Road, Sturbridge. Registration preferred, please contact sgibquig@gmail.com.

Phantoms by Firelight at Old Sturbridge Village
2024-10-04 16:30 - 2024-10-27 21:00 | Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, 01566, United States
As twilight descends upon Old Sturbridge Village, the veil between the living and the spectral world thins… Phantoms by Firelight returns for 12 nights of spine-tingling thrills and ghostly delights. This year’s event promises to be the most haunting yet, with new and mesmerizing performances that will chill and enchant you in equal measure. Step into the flickering shadows of history, where forgotten souls whisper their eerie tales. Discover the origins of Halloween, test your bravery with hair-raising games, and listen to chilling ghost stories around the roaring bonfire. Be entranced by fire dancers, mystical music, and acrobats soaring high above the Village. From restless specters to hidden secrets, immerse yourself in history’s captivating mysteries. To buy tickets, visit the Phantoms by Firelight website.

Rolling Stones tribute, "19th Nervous Breakdown", at Brimfield Winery
2024-09-29 14:00 - 17:00 | Brimfield Winery, 35 Main Street, Brimfield, MA, 01010, United States
The Brimfield Winery presents “19th Nervous Breakdown”, New England’s premier tribute to The Rolling Stones on Sunday afternoon, September 29th, 2024. This event is free to the public. The band plays from 2pm to 5pm but, the wine garden and food truck will be open from 12pm to 6pm.

Sturbridge Herbfest
2024-09-28 09:30 - 16:30 | Sturbridge Town Common, Main St, Sturbridge, MA, 01566, United States
The Sturbridge Herbfest was started by three local herbalists: Sally Greene, Jo Anne Grubert, and Chris Haller. It is a place for herbalists of all ages to further their education in a conference setting. Herbfest also features local products, handmade items, crafts, and more. For more details on the event, visit the Sturbridge Herbfest website or the Sturbridge Herbfest Facebook page.

Thursday Night Trivia
2024-09-26 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-09-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Altruist Brewing Company, 559 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA, 01518, United States
Join us here in the taproom every Thursday night for General Trivia with Good Times!
Registration 630pm
Trivia kicks off at 7pm
Taproom open 4pm-10pm
Bring your own food or check out our bites menu at Altruistbrewing.com

Sunset Yoga at Hyland Orchard & Pavilion
2024-09-24 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Hyland Orchard, 199 Arnold Road, Fiskdale, MA, 01518, United States
Hyland Orchard and Historic Yoga are honored to introduce Sunset Yoga Tuesdays at 6:30pm. Join us for an unforgettable yoga experience surrounded by the beauty of nature, offered during the warmer months from May through September. Enjoy yoga at the Hyland Orchard Pavilion with the beautiful outdoors and sunset within view. Expect a 60-75 min class.
Please bring a mat, blanket, water and whatever else to make yourself comfortable, as we will not have access to props that we usually use. Bring blocks or any other props if you have them. An extra layer of clothing may be nice to have as well. All levels welcome, Beginner to Intermediate friendly.

6th Annual Harvest Festival by Autism in my Pocket
2024-09-21 11:00 - 18:00 | Brimfield Winery, 35 Main Street, Brimfield, MA, 01010, United States
Join Brimfield Winery for their 6th annual Harvest Festival on September 21, 2024. There will be over 70 vendors, music, food, kid’s games and so much more. Admission is free. Visit the Brimfield Winery website for more information.

AppleFest 2024 at Cook's Farm Orchard
2024-09-21 10:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00 | Cook’s Farm Orchard, 106 Haynes Hill Rd, Brimfield, MA, 01010, United States
Join Cook’s Farm Orchard for their annual apple festival with PYO apples, baked goods, live music, and family fun!

Southbridge AutumnFest 2024
2024-09-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Southbridge Town Common, 1 Mechanic Street, Southbridge, MA, 01550, United States
Southbridge Business Partnership presents AutumnFest 2024! Featuring live entertainment, beer and wine garden, food and craft vendors, and more! Visit the Southbridge Business Partnership website for additional details.

Walktober in the Last Green Valley
2024-09-21 - 2024-11-03
Walktober is the biggest and best celebration of autumn in Southern New England. The 34th Annual Walktober guide gives you more than 230 unique opportunities to experience the wonders of one of the nation’s oldest National Heritage Corridors in its most colorful season. For more information on Walktober, use the Last Green Valley guide to Walktober 2024.

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!
