Spring Busker Festival
2025-05-10 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Lowell, Various Locations, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Enjoy free live entertainment in downtown Lowell during the Spring Busker Festival! Organized by the City of Lowell through the Office of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, this festival brings together musicians, dancers, aerialists, market vendors, food trucks and more for a day full of exciting entertainment.

Concord250 Event: Concord Triptych Film Screenings
2025-05-17 15:00 - 18:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
May 17, 2025, 3PM
The Umbrella Arts Center Main Stage Theater 144
Five Sisters Productions and the Tufts University Half the History Film Project return to The Umbrella Arts Center to present a program of three locally shot short films about impactful women in Concord history.
The featured films will be:
Margaret Lothrop and the Wayside (Premiere screening with new score)
Ellen Garrison: Scenes from an Activist Life (Return engagement)
Women of the Old Manse (Sneak peek)
Related family activities include FREE optional childcare (space pending) with teacher-led thematically related crafts during the screening, and a table display of Rise Up!, a new children’s book by Barefoot Books on revolutions and protest in U.S. history.
Partners: The Umbrella Arts Center, Tufts University Half the History Film Project, The Robbins House, Barefoot Books, Concord 250, The Old Manse
FREE

Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs
2025-05-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Bedford Historical Society, 16 South Road, Bedford, 01730, United States
Dressed in the clothes of 18th-century itinerant musicians, Deirdre Sweeney and Al Petty will perform an extensive repertoire of historical dance music, as well as marches and laments, including 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health.” Their instruments include the flute, penny whistle, recorder, and fife. The music was gathered from manuscripts printed between the 17th and 19th centuries and arranged in counterpoint.
The two musicians, who sometimes appear with a third musician as the Colonial Minstrels, have long been active in related musical cultures, including American fife and drum and traditional Irish music. They are popular performers at the Paul Revere House Museum in Boston.
Doors open at 2 PM for a social period and refreshments; 2:15 PM Announcements and Annual Meeting, followed by the Guest Speaker.
There is an elevator to the 3rd floor, where the program will be held.
This event is free and open to the public.

First Friday Nights Free! At Discovery Museum
2025-06-06 16:30 - 20:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us with free admission and explore the Museum and Discovery Woods on the first Friday night of every month during the school year, October through June! Discovery Woods will close at dusk.
We will gratefully accept non-perishable food donations for Open Table and the Acton Food Pantry. First Friday Nights Free are generously sponsored by MathWorks.

Lowell Pride
2025-06-07 | Lowell Heritage State Park, Lowell Heritage State Park, 160 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Greater Lowell Pride is celebrated annually in Lowell, MA with the intention of uplifting Lowell’s LGBTQIA community. The festival begins with a flag raising at Lowell City Hall followed by events at Kerouac Park. Greater Lowell Pride was celebrated at Heritage State Park.
Our primary goal is to amplify and uplift the LGBTQIA residents, business owners, and organizations in the Greater Lowell area.

A River Transformed Walking Tour
2025-06-16 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-06-17 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-06-23 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-06-24 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-06-30 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-01 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-07 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-07-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
June 15-August 31, 2025
Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.

Acton-Westford Pride Festival
2025-06-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Thoams E. Tidman Ampitheather at NARA Park, 71 Quarry Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for a fun family-friendly event at NARA Park. They’ll be activities, booths, food vendor and the Femmes Band. This event is open to the public and is free for all to attend.

Art with the Bookmobile
2025-06-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Shedd Park, Shedd Park, 453 Rogers St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park and the Pollard Memorial Library Bookmobile as we “pop-up” around the city with art activities. Try fun activities, create art, and borrow books! Get information about library services and apply for a FREE library card! Come meet us around Lowell.
Learn more about the bookmobile stops throughout the summer and when we’ll be joining them on their event calendar: https://lowelllibrary.org/events/

Art with the Bookmobile
2025-07-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Lowell Community Health Center, Lowell Community Health Center, 161 Jackson St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States

Lowell's 4th of July Celebration
2025-07-04 18:30 - 21:30 | Edward A. LeLacheur Park, Edward A. Lelacheur Park, 450 Aiken Ave, Lowell, MA, 01854, United States
Join us in celebrating the 4th of July in Lowell! Starting at 6:30PM, enjoy Americana inspired hits, bubble magic by Bubbles McGee, face painting for all ages, and entertainment by Cirque de Light!
Please Note: Capacity for this event is limited to 750 attendees to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Attendees will be admitted to the event on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Bag Policy: per venue regulations, a clear bag policy will be in effect for July 4. Learn what is accepted: https://tsongascenter.com/pages/lelacheur
Parking
Free parking available at the George Ayotte Parking Facility, 11 Post Office Square, gates opening at 4:30PM.
Parking for a $10 fee available at the East Campus parking garage located next to the ballpark and the Perkins Lot located across the street.
Concessions will be on hand for purchase at LeLacheur Park.
Alternative Viewing Locations for Fireworks
-The Riverwalk, located along the Merrimack River from 111 Pawtucket Street to 52 Lawrence Drive
-St. Louis Park, located at 406 West 6th Street
-Parking Lot at Cushing Field Complex, located at 275 Riverside Street
The parking garage and concessions will also be available at Cushing Field Complex.
For more information, please visit: https://www.likelowell.com/july4th

Town of Acton's July 4th Celebration - Concert and Fireworks!
2025-07-04 19:00 - 22:00 | NARA Park, Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Join us for a great Independence Day celebration on July 4th at NARA. The band Thirty6Red will be on stage playing our favorite hits starting right after 7 p.m. opening welcome. The concert will conclude at 9:30 p.m. — just when the spectacular fireworks start to light up the night sky! This event is free and open to the public. Shuttle buses will bring attendees to and from the satellite parking areas. Visit actonma.gov/events as we get closer to the event day for updated information. An assortment of food vendors will be on site.

Art with the Bookmobile
2025-07-07 14:00 - 15:30 | River Place Towers, River Place Towers, 1 River Pl, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States

Boarding House Park
2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-07-10 10:00 - 12:15 | Boarding House Park, Boarding House Park, 40 French St, Lowell, MA, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for kids and a welcoming space for families to connect and thrive. After the performance, climb on Lowell National Historical Park’s trolley for a free ride.
Learn more about the free concerts for kids on the Lowell Summer Music Series website: lowellsummermusic.org/pages/kids

Free Family Day at The Umbrella Arts Center
2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Come to The Umbrella this weekend for FREE family fun!
Drop by any time during the two-hour time block this Saturday, July 12, 2:00 – 4:00 PM to partake in a seasonal and creative craft led by one of our talented instructors!
This week’s creative adventure: DIY Summer Passports
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll create your very own summer passport—filled with dream destinations, must-do adventures, and sunny day wishes. We’ll provide all the materials needed. It’s a great way for families to plan, imagine, and create together!
Open to all ages and abilities. Registration appreciated (but not required).
For more information, visit our website:
https://theumbrellaarts.org/class/free-family-days-0
Save the Date
Mark your calendar for our next FREE Family Day: Saturday, August 9: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
