STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Berkshire Botanical Garden is a 24-acre botanical garden that showcases horticulture and garden design through its dozens of displays.   Starting May 1 the garden's grounds are open daily from 9 until 5 daily. Visitors can roam the grounds freely with no duration limit, but the average visitor often spends approximately two hours exploring.   The garden's mission is to educate and inspire the art and science of gardening and preserve the local environment.   This not-for-profit, membership-supported organization offers classes, lectures, workshop...

Winter is over and the signs of Spring are budding. Dust of your fishing rods and spend some time fishing in some of the Berkshires's major lakes, ponds, and rivers.    Tere are a variety of year-round fishing spots with catch limits; smaller rivers and brooks have catch limits of three after Sept. 11 and eight after April 1. Find a list of fishing seasons and limits here.    Windsor Lake North Adams   Affectionately known as Fish Pond, this small lake is stocked with rainbow trout, some brook and brown trout, and chain pickerel. Restrooms and dairy bar a...

Just 15 to 20 minutes outside Berkshire County the annual Cummington Fair celebrates the Massachusetts Agriculture and Community. It will take place Aug. 27-30. The fair will feature music, food, and activities for all ages. Come enjoy some square dancing, the Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby, a parade, fireworks, and more this weekend....

The Sun has finally risen from the clouds and shines its golden rays on the bare trees bringing the wildlife back to life and awakening the wildlife from their blissful sleep. The snow melts and the sky cries with joy, wetting the ground filling the air with the smell of petrichor.   The grass becomes green, the leaves return, and the flowers pollinate, filling the world with the forgotten color. Nature celebrates the coming of Spring and so should you. Here are some events happening this Spring to help with your celebration.   SpringFest  Saturday, May 9  Berkshire B...

ADAMS, Mass. — The site of Mt. Greylock is a mystical one full of history and beauty–an inspiration to renowned authors and artists.  Historically the road to the summit reopens making the view of five states on a clear day including the Berkshires, Green Mountains of Vermont, White Mountains of New Hampshire, and the Catskills and Adirondacks of New York.  Hikers driven to trek up the 3,491-foot summit using some of the over 70 miles of trails in its 12,500-acre reservation will experience the state’s only subalpine taiga-boreal forest featuring rare plants, anim...

Hancock Shaker Village's beloved Baby Animal Fest returns April 18, featuring lambs, goats, piglets, calves, and chicks. Check out these photos from a previous season....

Berkshire County has a variety of waterfalls that can take the breath away from any curious traveler willing to spend some time hiking.  Tannery Falls Savoy, Mass The hike to the majestic Tannery Falls is no easy feat. Bumpy terrain and steep steps lead to a peaceful bubble untouched by the outside world.  The journey to the 80-foot falls starts at Savoy Mountain State Forest and a bumpy gravel road that leads to the trailhead; a longer trail will avoid the road and bring you to the falls as well.  Roots rise above the ground, greeting the hikers as they follow the rushin...

The Berkshire Mountain Faerie Festival returns June 20 at Bowe Field in Adams. It features music, drumming, dancing, circus tricks, fire performances, archery demonstrations, puppet shows, and dragon egg painting. This year's theme is "Whimsical Fantasy Celebrating the Arts" in honor of director, artist and fairy forest creator Phil Sellers, who died unexpectedly in 2020....

Check out the events happening this weekend like karaoke, bingo, snow tubing, and more.   Friday   Story Songs of the 70’s  Stationary Factory, Dalton Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.   Enjoy a night of iconic songs from the 70’s performed by Tim Dimenna. All ages are welcome to enjoy a night jamming out to your favorites. There will be a full bar as well. Tickets $25 to $30 More information and tickets here.    Musical Bingo Bluebird & Co., Hancock  Time: 8 p.m.    DJ Pup Daddy will be spinning tunes for this musical b...

Thunderfest returned to the Adams Visitor Center on March 21, 2026. Last year, hundreds attended for the music, food and more. Check out our photos from last year...

Check out the events happening this weekend, including hiking, volunteering, fundraisers, and more. Editor's Pick First Friday Downtown North Adams Time: 5 to 9 p.m. The new year is here so kick it off with music, art, and games that will fill downtown North Adams for its First Friday event, themed "Fresh Start."  Participating businesses will have extended hours and many galleries will host openings, closings, and other special events. More information and event line-up here. Friday Discover Greylock Hike Mount Greylock Visitor Center, Lanesborough Time: 1 p.m.  Cel...

Check out the activities happening this weekend around the county including many holiday-themed events like Santa meet and greets, and some Christmas tree lightings. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here.  Editor's Pick Holly Jolly Holiday Holiday Brook Farm, Dalton Time: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the farm for hot chocolate, wreath decorating, kids crafts, animals, wagon rides, and local gifts. Families will also have the opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and take a photo. More information here. Multiple Days Downtown Pittsfield Festive ...

Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including holiday concerts, Santa meet and greets, and some Chritsmas tree lightings. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here.    Editors Pick   Festival of Trees Hancock Shaker Village, Pittsfield  Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until Dec. 28   The historic Hancock Shaker Village will welcome visitors to gaze at more than 75 trees throughout the museum, culminating in a magical display at the iconic roundstone barn.   Tickets are $20. Children 12 and under are alw...

Check out all the events happening this weekend, including plays, pancakes and great music. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here.  Editor's Pick The 37th Fall Festival of Shakespeare 70 Kemple St., Lenox Time: 6 to 9 p.m., Nov. 20 to 23 Join Shakespeare and Company's annual Fall Festival of Shakespeare. Bring your family and enjoy Tina Packer's Playhouse that comes to life on the stage. More information and tickets here. Multiple Days  Oldies but Goodies Show Wahconah High School, Dalton Time: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday Enjoy music from then to now a...

There are a  range of events in and around Berkshire County this weekend including fairs, festivals, and more.   Editor's Pick   Adams Street Fair Adams Visitor Center, Adams Time: Saturday from 2 to 9 p.m.   The 5th annual Adams Street Fair organizers are not holding back on the fun this year. Enjoy a day of local food vendors, live music and entertainment, and fireworks to end the night. All of the proceeds from the fair go to benefit the first responders. Bring your family and friends and check out this year's fair. The event kicks off with a first respond...

There are a variety of events this weekend, including a country fair, live music, and more.    See a list of Farmer's Markets here.   Editor's Pick    Country Fair  Hancock Shaker Village Sept. 28 and 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.    The village is hosting its annual county fair, which will feature live music, horse-drawn carriage rides, workshops, demonstrations, an antique quilt show, a farmer's market, an antique car show, a timber framing workshop, face painting, and craft vendors.    There will also be freshly made cider donuts an...

LENOX, Mass. — Smell the freshly cut grass while having a glass of wine and a picnic on Tanglewood's lawn. If you don't feel like bringing a cooler along, you can grab something to eat and drink from a variety of vendors. The Boston Symphony Orchestra's summer home offers a wide array of performances and learning opportunities in a relaxing atmosphere on the 210 acres of lawn and meadows that was previously the Tappan estate.  Tanglewood's season kicks off on June 20 with a performance by American singer-songwriter and guitarist John Fogerty. List of concerts this 2024 season here...

Berkshire County unites the natural environment with the industrialized world. Its distinct area combines art, culture, technology, and nature, creating an eclectic range of activities for residents and visitors.   Berkshire County is generally divided into three sections: Northern, Central, and Southern. The Northern Berkshires comprise Williamstown, North Adams, Adams, Cheshire, New Ashford, Clarksburg, Florida, Hancock, Savoy and Windsor. Each community has a unique history and offers explorers a variety of activities.   Deciding where to go for the first trip to Northern Be...

Wahconah Falls State Park Dalton, Mass.   Wahconah Falls is a must see when coming to Central Berkshire County. It is a world of its own that stands alone from other sites in the area, especially in the Fall. To many people, Fall is seen as the saddest season.   It is the season that warns us of the oncoming dreadful bone chilling winter. The season of death from the dying vegetation. But to me Fall is seen as the last moments of happiness before the oncoming storms. The kind mother lulling the vegetation to sleep with her lullaby and bright colors of orange and red as they mix ...

Berkshire County is hosting a wide range events during the last week of the spooky season, including parades, pumpkin carving, and more    Pittsfield Halloween Parade Tyler Street, Pittsfield    Tyler Street will be a haunting ground for ghosts and ghouls once more this year.   The city's annual Halloween parade returns on Friday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. after a two-year absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The last parade was in 2019.   This will be the 76th Halloween parade in the city. It was originally held on North Street and was moved to Tyler Street in 2011. &n...

Berkshire County has a variety of events this cool fall weekend including cider tastings, comedy nights, and more.    Transformer Comedy Festival The Transformer Comedy Fest will feature three days of comedians from across the nation at Flat Burger Society and Dottie's Coffee Lounge.   The event runs from Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. with headliners Caitlin Cook, Anthony DeVito, and Josh Gondelman. On Thursday, Oct. 13, Caitlin Cook kicks off the festival at the Comedy Grotto at Flatburger. On Friday, Oct. 14, writer and comedian Anthony DeVito takes the stage of Dott...

Berkshire County has a variety of events this weekend including festivals, car shows, concerts, and more.   Lenox Apple Squeeze  Downtown Lenox   Lenox Apple Squeeze returns this Saturday, Sept. 24, from 10 until 5 p.m. throughout downtown Lenox.    This free event will feature live music, magic, kids carnival with hayrides, and more.    Complete line up of events and locations found here.      Freshgrass Festival 2022 Mass MoCA, North Adams   The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art will be hosting its annual F...

Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including Art Festivals, Comedy Nights, and Jazz Performances.    Lenox Jazz Stroll Lilac Park, Lenox   The third annual Lenox Jazz Stroll will be taking place this weekend throughout Lenox providing free jazz programming for through Sept. 17.    The programming starts this Thursday, Sept. 15, at Lenox Library with the documentary "The Modern Jazz Quartet: From Residency to Legacy” by George Schuller.    The rest of the week will feature a variety of jazz performances including the Te...

Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this warm, sunny weekend featuring concerts, fairs, festivals, and more.    Hawk Henries Zion Lutheran Church, Pittsfield   Start your weekend off early this Thursday by listening to original flute music by Hawk Henries, a member of Nipmuc's Chaubunagungamaug band, in Zion Lutheran Church's Common Room starting at 7 p.m.   His music has been described as being able to carry listeners across musical and cultural boundaries. His artist statement says he is committed to music "as a traditional art form and as a v...

Berkshire County and areas surrounding are hosting a variety of events this warm Labor Day Weekend, including artwalks, concerts, ghost tours, and more   FIRST Friday Community Picnic on Eagle Street Eagle Street, North Adams    Historic Eagle Street will be closed to traffic from 5 to 9 on Friday for music, food and events.    Beer and wine will be served by Desperado's Mexican Restaurant on the sidewalk next to the Eagle Street parklet, galleries and businesses will be open late, and DJ DUBTC will be spinning tunes all night. The evening will also launch and d...