Sep 17 Thursday
The 77th annual Berlin Lions fair features exciting midway rides for the whole family, live music, Sea Lion Splash show, Royal Legacy Circus, motorsports, The Amazing Bubble Factory, Central K9 Performance Dogs, interactive Jurassic Kingdom LIVE show, livestock events, Antique Tractor Museum, exhibits, contests, vendors, a cocktail lounge, bourbon bar, beer & wine and favorite fair food.
Daily highlights: • Thursday - Double Figure 8 Racing & Demo Derby (7pm) • Friday - Zac N' Fried - Zac Brown Tribute Band (8pm)• Saturday - Kart Racing Championship (5:30pm); Stock Truck Pulls (6pm); Voices of Rock tribute (7:30pm)• Sunday - Horse Draw (noon); The Amish Outlaws band (3:30pm)
Admission: $21 ($18 cash); $11 ($10 cash) ages 62+; $10 veterans; free for kids 11 & younger and active military; free for ages up to 17 on Friday till 2pm
Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $37 ($35 cash) Thursday-Friday, $42 ($40 cash) Saturday-Sunday and $34.25 online at DreamlandAmusements.com before 4pm Sept. 17. Ride tickets are also available on site and discounted online pre-sale.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Thursday, 11am-10pm Friday, 9am-10pm Saturday, 9am-7pm Sunday. See the website for details on parking and free shuttle bus service.
More information: 860-828-0063 or CTBerlinFair.com
As a part of our CT River & Roots Series, enjoy a performance by Zak Trojano, a local singer/songwriter and guitar player, at 6:30pm on the Windsor Town Green. Bring your blankets, chairs, and family and friends–all are welcome! This event is free, but a donations are always appreciated!
ABOUT ZAK
Zak Trojano is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, a finger-style guitar player, a fly-fisherman, and a beer drinker. In recent years, Trojano’s solo work has found the spotlight with discerning listeners everywhere. Stage by stage, in clubs, music halls, bars, and coffee houses across the country, he has honed a live show that keeps audiences glued to the stage, like a rare conversation with an old friend who doesn’t usually say much, but plays a mean guitar.
In over a decade writing, recording, and performing music professionally and sharing studios and stages with his band Rusty Belle, or supporting touring acts like Chris Smither, Kris Delmhorst, Jeffrey Foucault, and Peter Mulvey, Zak Trojano has evolved his own thing: A warm baritone supported by an old Martin guitar and low tuned Weissenborn lap steel. His complex finger style technique was born out of the country blues tradition through years of immersion in the work of players as diverse as John Fahey, Chet Atkins, and Merle Travis.
Sep 18 Friday
Mount Washington Valley Rock FestSeptember 18-20, 2026
The International Mountain Climbing School introduces the Mount Washington Valley Rock Fest to the White Mountains of New Hampshire, September 18–20, 2026. Inspired by a vibrant climbing community, a love for music, and the longtime success of the MWV Ice Fest, the team—alongside world-class guides—aims to build Rock Fest into the premier rock climbing festival in the East.
The weekend will offer clinics ranging from beginner-friendly to expert, across multi-day, single-day, and privately guided climbs. The "Sundown Showdown" bouldering competition will provide a platform for all levels. Beyond climbing, Rock Fest will feature music, presentations, camaraderie, and leading outdoor brands. Set in a community deeply rooted in adventure, Rock Fest welcomes outdoor enthusiasts of all backgrounds. Visit www.mwvrockfest.com to sign up for updates and additional information.
Sep 19 Saturday
The West Stockbridge Jazz Series Presents the Hot Club of New England (HCNE) is a musical collective featuring the top swing, and hot jazz musicians in the New England area. Founded when jazz power couple vocalist Atla DeChamplain and pianist Matt DeChamplain teamed up with violinist Jason Anick and bassist Greg Loughman of the internationally renowned gypsy jazz group The Rhythm Future Quartet, HCNE is on a mission to bring the elegant and classic style of the swing era and the roaring 20's to a modern audience. Their music contains echoes of Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, and other legends of the Great American Songbook.
$35 Members/$40 Non-members. Card to Culture tickets available - can be reserved at weststockbridgehistory.org.
Dan Fontaine grew up in Massachusetts and was raised listening to the music of Elvis Presley. At 16, he began his music career singing and playing guitar at Hillcrest Church where his father pastors. In 2014, Dan began performing his tribute to Elvis all over New England working at his craft which aims to capture the energy, passion, and vocal prowess of The King. He is a gifted band leader, originally fronting Fellowship of The Kingand currently performing his regional tribute show, "Viva Las Elvis: From Sun To Vegas" feat. Memphis Sun Mafia Band. Dan Fontaine is an award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist, and has competed at Images of The King and Ultimate Elvis festivals/competitions nationally and internationally.
Sep 20 Sunday