Aug 12 Wednesday
Celebrate 150 years of tradition with exciting midway rides for all ages, concerts including country star Joe Nichols, demolition derbies, Big Top Super Circus, Roaring Riptides Live! aquatic thrill show, Hot Dog Pig Racing, Dock Dogs, Master of Chainsaw Sculpture, Iona Troupe contemporary Irish dancers, Heritage Village, livestock barns & events, horse shows, Clydesdales, exhibits, demonstrations, contests, vendors, favorite fair food and more.
Daily highlights:• Tuesday - Harness Racing (noon), Immortal Championship Wrestling (8 pm)• Wednesday - Jason Wicks (7:30 pm), Joe Nichols (8:30 pm)• Thursday - Kiddie Tractor Pull (7 pm), country musician Matt Vroman (8 pm)• Friday - NYTPA Tractor Pulls (6 pm), Skeeter Creek (8 pm)• Saturday - Truck Pull (5 pm), Peter Noone & Herman's Hermits (8 pm) followed by Nik & The Nice Guys• Sunday - Fair Parade (11 am), Chainsaw Carving Auction (3:30 pm), Demolition Derby Championship (6 pm)
Pay-one-price admission (ages 3+): $18 ($18.72 credit card) Tuesday, $20 ($20.80 credit) Wednesday - Friday, $23 ($23.92 credit) Saturday - Sunday (includes unlimited rides, shows & parking)
The fair opens daily at 9 am. Midway hours: 4-11 pm Tuesday, noon-11 pm Wednesday - Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday
More information: 518-234-2123 or SunshineFair.org
Aug 13 Thursday
Aug 14 Friday
Aug 15 Saturday
Returning for its 8th year, the annual Art of Brewing Festival offers guests a chance to sample the best craft brews in the region. Spend an afternoon with friends and families all while sampling local and regional beer, cider, distilled drinks, and even coffee! Enjoy delicious food from local eateries and start a friendly competition with some lawn games. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and relax on a perfect Berkshire summer day.This event is rain or shine.21 + for Tasting – All ages Welcome for games, food and art appreciation!
Each ticket buyer receives unlimited samples and a commemorative tasting glass.
For more information, including a list of vendors, visit https://www.nrm.org/events/8th-annual-art-of-brewing-festival/
Aug 16 Sunday
Transport yourself to a world of arms and armor at the Worcester Art Museum during a summertime celebration for all ages, with free admission and extended hours! Discover more than 1,000 pieces of arms and armor from across time and around the globe in the Museum’s Arms and Armor Galleries. Meet reenactors from across time, witness dramatic swordplay demonstrations, get hands-on with life-like replicas, and enjoy rousing performances by puppeteers, African drummers, cosplayers, and roaming musicians.
In the evening, from 4 to 7 pm, join the world-renowned Tree House Brewing Company for a pop-up beer garden in the Museum’s courtyard, with live music and summer fun for all ages.
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
Sep 20 Sunday