Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Sensory-Free Bowling at Wamesit Lanes
2024-10-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Wamesit Lanes, Wamesit Lanes, 434 Main St, Tewksbury, MA, 01876, United States
A morning for families to enjoy.
We are proud to once again host Sensory-Free Bowling Day on Sunday, October 6. We’ll have two sessions (10-10:45AM & 11-11:45AM) for families to bowl without the distractions of TVs, arcade, music, and spotlights. Plus, no bowling shoes are required! Register today, as this is a wildly popular event.

Steps Against Melanoma - Chelmsford
2024-10-06 09:00 - 11:30 | Byam Elementary School, Maple Road, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, 01824, United States
For 17 years, AIM at Melanoma’s walks have been a symbol of hope and support for our community. These walks are also the number one way we raise funds to end melanoma, and your participation makes all the difference. The money you raise goes to AIM’s groundbreaking research initiatives like our International Melanoma Tissue Bank Consortium.
Join us, along with others who have been touched by melanoma for a special event day. Let’s come together for one day—all with ONE common goal…ENDING MELANOMA.

Eco-Friendly Wreath Making Workshop
2024-10-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Thirftdit, Central Street, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Welcome to the Fall Pop-Up Wreath Making Workshop!
Come join us at Thriftdit, a small community thrift store located in the heart of downtown Lowell, on Sunday Oct 6th 2024 at 1:00 – 3:00 PM for a fun and creative event to slow down and discover the joy of crafting. We provide you with a variety of upcycled eco-friendly materials and guide you through the simple process of creating your own wreath to take home.
Fun for all! Create your custom wreath in this 2-hour workshop. No experience necessary! Recommended for ages 12+. We’ll provide everything you need, including a 14″ metal wreath frame and a variety of fabrics in various colors and patterns. Perfect for parent-teen duos, seniors, and college students. This is a special pricing event.
Workshop Duration: 2 hrs
Beginner Friendly
Recommended age: 12+
All materials and tools to create your custom wreath
We provide a 14″ metal wreath frame and variety of fabrics including denim, plaids, flannel, cotton, super soft blends, patterns and solids in many colors
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn a new skill and contribute to a greener planet and decorate for fall with a unique customized wreath! Seats are limited so snag your spot!
Parking: Street parking or paid garage nearby. On street metered parking and paid garage is available. We recommend the parking garage 1 block away.
Edward J. Early Jr Parking Facility
Parking Garage Address: 135 Middlesex St., Lowell, MA 01852
Please note: Restroom is located on the 2nd floor with no elevator access in the venue.
To guarantee the success of our event, we need a minimum of 4 attendees. If this is not fulfilled, we may be forced to cancel and offer refunds.
Refund Policy
Refunds up to 3 days before the event. Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2024-10-05 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-28 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Ranting Parents Comedy Tour
2024-10-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824, United States
Get ready for a hilarious evening with Dave Rattigan and his fellow comedians at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts!
Parents, this one’s for you! Enjoy a night of laughter as fellow parents share their comedic take on the ups and downs of raising kids.
Full bar and snacks are available!

Only Murders in the Tavern
2024-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Revolution is in the air…and so is murder! In the spirit of Halloween, this month’s interactive Tavern Night will revolve around a mysterious death at historic Buckman Tavern, on the eve of the Revolutionary War. Who done it, and why? Guests will enjoy an evening of food and drink while collecting clues to unveil the murderer. Join the investigation and catch the culprit — before they strike again!
Admission includes one alcoholic drink ticket. Cash bar also available.
Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Pricing:
Early Bird (through September 13): $40
Standard Pricing: $50 members, $60 nonmembers

LIVING IN AMERICA AND TENTH ANNUAL POETRY CONVERGENCE | October 2 - 27, 2024 | Loading Dock Gallery
2024-10-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
October is always a special month in the Loading Dock Gallery show schedule. This year LDG presents Living in America, a New England Regional juried show. Juried by Patrick McCay, a professor at the Institute of Art and Design at New England College, the selected artists use this time of change and pre-election discussion to reflect on their personal stories and what our great experiment means to them and answer the question, “What does Living in America mean to you?” Using their varied mediums and unique perspectives, their responses are on display for all to experience.
Whether born and raised in America or a recent immigrant, artists tell their stories with impressions of their personal experiences, images of hometowns, vacations, family, home, work, traditions with a focus on what it means to live in America: freedom, justice, community, equality, opportunity, and patriotism. They may even examine some of its darker aspects.
Following our Artist Reception for Living in America, local poets will create, and present poems inspired by works in the Gallery Show.
The annual Loading Dock Gallery show, Living in America, will be on display October 2 through October 27, 2024 at Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, Noon-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Saturday, until 4pm Sunday. Reception 3-5pm, Saturday, October 5, 2024. More at www.theloadingdockgallery.com.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501c3.

Chelmsford Market on the Common
2024-10-05 11:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Chelmsford Common, North Road, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, 01824, United States
Farmers and artisans market of local vendors offering fresh local food, handmade crafts, and more. Each week during the season brings a different assortment of vendors so check the social media pages for more specific details!

Brunch on the Lawn ft. the Maria Frattura Jazz Quartet
2024-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for a beautiful autumn day on the lawn! Enjoy live music by the Maria Frattura Jazz Quartet (performing 11am-2pm), delicious brunch bites from the Forge & Vine Food Truck, exciting lawn games, and unbeatable fall views of iconic Gibbet Hill.
Free to attend, no reservations required. Food & beverages available for purchase. Family friendly and fun for all!

Becoming a National Park Service Boat Captain
2024-10-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, 246 Market St, Lowell, MA, United States
Do you have a passion for boats? Do you love meeting people from around the world? Have you ever wondered what you might need to qualify to be a Boat Captain at Lowell National Historical Park? Now is your chance to get all your questions answered and learn what it takes to captain a National Park Service vessel!
Our boat captains convey tour rangers and visitors on our canal and river boats for a wide variety of educational programs May through October.
Join us on Saturday, October 5th at 10 a.m. to meet one of our captains and learn more about the duties, certifications needed, and the federal hiring process. Applications for the WG-5786 Small Craft Operators will be posted at a later date.
Interested captains can meet at the Visitor Center (246 Market St.) and will walk with park staff down to the Boat Dock at Swamp locks.
Free parking is available at the Hamilton Canal Innovation District parking garage at 350A Dutton St., Lowell. Parking in this garage (only) is available to National Park visitors at no cost provided they obtain a valid parking voucher at the LNHP Visitor Center (246 Market Street).

Open Mic Night
2024-10-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Mill No. 5, Mill No. 5, 250 Jackson St, Lowell, MA, United States
Open Mic night is back! Every first and third Friday, come share your music! Express yourself! Grab a drink, enjoy some food & support your local arts community!!

El Encuentro Latino Film Festival
2024-10-04 - 2024-10-05 | Nancy L. Donahue Theatre in Liberty Hall, 50 EAST MERRIMACK STREET, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
El Encuentro Film Festival, presented by UNITAS, invites you to celebrate the vibrant world of Latino storytelling through film during Hispanic Heritage Month.
Join us on Friday, October 4th & Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the Richard and Nancy Donahue Theater at Middlesex Community College in downtown Lowell, MA. This in-person festival is a dynamic showcase of both emerging and established Latino voices, blending creativity with culture.
With its deep roots in Latino independent film, El Encuentro is more than just a festival—it’s a celebration of artistic expression and cultural exchange. Attendees can look forward to exclusive film premieres, insightful conversations with filmmakers, and live performances that highlight the richness of Latino culture.
Tickets are available for $15 for the general public and $10 for students, and can be purchased via Eventbrite or at the door. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a cultural experience that bridges communities and amplifies Latino voices.

Irish Night at Owen & Ollie’s, Dracut
2024-10-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Owen And Ollie’s, 91 Mill Street, Dracut, MA, United States
Join us at Owen & Ollie’s on the first Thursday of every month for Irish Night!
Enjoy an evening of live music, delicious Irish food, and a chance to win exciting prizes such as gift cards and a hoodie.

Coco Comedy Hour
2024-10-03 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for our monthly comedy showcase! The Coco Comedy hour features sets from local comics and performers every first Thursday of the month!

Pay and Play Like It's 1982 at Discovery Museum!
2024-10-01 09:00 - 2024-10-06 16:30 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Pay just $2.50 admission per person, the admission price when Discovery Museum opened in 1982! Thank you for more than four decades of support from our community!
Existing programs that offer deeper discounts—including $1 admission for EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare Card to Culture card holders, and free admission for active-duty military families, teachers, and children under 1—will continue to be honored. Library passes and other coupons cannot be applied.
Visitors who pay the discounted admission price and would like to purchase a membership can apply what would have been the full cost of their admission toward the price of a membership within two weeks of their visit. Standard admission prices are $17.00 for adults and children ages 1 and up; $16.00 for seniors 60+.

Sunday Stroll Walking Tour: Hancock Street Architecture
2024-09-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
When the Battle of Lexington was fought in 1775, Hancock Street was a country lane with just two houses. The next 150 years saw many houses built with various architectural styles. Come take a stroll and learn about the Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Gothic Revival homes that populate the street today.
Leaves from Buckman Tavern rain or shine, total walking distance about one mile.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers

Sunday Brunch at The Westford Regency
2024-09-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center, 219 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
Our famous brunch is back and better than ever featuring an array of chef prepared specialties sure to satisfy any palette! Some featured cuisine includes:
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Cooked-to-Order Omelets and Belgian Waffles
Fresh Tropical Fruits
Chef Prepared Pastries
Seafood and Chicken Entrees/ Chef’s Selection
Cheese Raviolis
Delicious Selection of Side Dishes including Fresh Salads and Locally Grown Vegetables and Chef’s Choice of Starch
Impressive Dessert Selection
Specialty Mimosas and Brunch Cocktails (21+) (not included in price)
$25.95
This impressive assortment of items will comfortably satisfy your appetite and then some! Brunch is hosted every Sunday in our exquisite main foyer, Clark’s Restaurant and Stony Brook Café. Private Rooms are available for larger parties and reservations are required. Book online at www.westfordregency.com

Discovery Gala 2024 at Discovery Museum
2024-09-28 18:00 - 22:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Discovery Museum is the proud recipient of a 2024 IMLS National Medal—the nation’s highest honor for museums. This is in no small part due to you, our supporters.
Let’s celebrate together at Discovery Gala 2024!
One great night to celebrate and make a difference for kids and families!
Ticket prices start at $125.

Lowell Hispanic Festival 2024
2024-09-28 13:00 - 21:00 | Latinx Community Center of Empowerment, French Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 01852, United States
The Lowell Hispanic Festival, organized by the Latinx Community Center of Empowerment (LCCE), is a vibrant and culturally rich event that takes place annually in Lowell, Massachusetts. This festival is a celebration of the diverse and dynamic Latinx community in the region, showcasing the heritage, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx cultures. The event attracts thousands of attendees from Lowell and beyond, creating a lively atmosphere filled with music, dance, art, and food.

Chelmsford Fall Festival
2024-09-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Chelmsford Town Common
The Chelmsford Board of Health presents the Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28, from 11:00 AM- 4:00 PM on the Town Common. Enjoy a fun autumn day and meet a princess or a superhero from Party Palace! Or visit the petting zoo and touch a truck! The event will provide you with music, food, drinks, ice cream and many event vendors!

18th Century Market Day
2024-09-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Lawn of the Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Mass Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
What was life actually like in Lexington at the time of the American Revolution – who lived here, what did they do, and did anyone actually have time for fun? Stop by the Visitors Center and meet a variety of reenactors showcasing different trades and perspectives of the time, as well as some favorite historic toys and games for all ages!
This event coincides with Lexington PorchFest, so be sure not to miss performances by our own Lexington Historical Society Singers and Dancers, performing 18th century music and dance!
FREE

National Alpaca Farm Days
2024-09-28 10:00 - 2024-09-29 17:00 | Harvard Alpaca Ranch, 58 Old Mill Road, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
Join us in celebrating our eighth anniversary at National Alpaca Farm Days. In addition to hosting tours of the farm all day on Saturday and Sunday, we are very excited to once again welcome The Fat Rooster food truck to the farm. We will have live music and a mini farmers market on Saturday and fiber art demonstrations on both days. We will be welcoming Lost Shoe Brewery on Sunday for a beer garden at the Ranch. We will also have kids activities, special sales, and giveaways all weekend. Come out and help us celebrate our wonderful herd of 34 alpacas!! Please book ahead if you want to take a tour (https://harvard-alpaca-ranch.square.site/s/appointments) . Otherwise, just drop in! No charge to enter but donations are encouraged! THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – We will have tents and various building to take cover in, as needed.

Free Community Health Fair
2024-09-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Public Health Museum, East Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876, United States
Celebrate the Public Health Museum’s 30th Anniversary with a weekend of activities. On Saturday, September 28th, visit the museum at 365 East Street, Tewksbury, MA from 10AM-3PM for free health screenings, flu shots, mini-talks about Rabies, HIV/AIDS, Art as Healing, and more. The museum will be open for tours and we’ll have groups such as MSNO, MHOA, MEHA, UMass Lowell, Billerica Tewksbury Animal Control, and the Merrimack Valley Reserve Corps.
Visit our website for more information at publichealthmuseum.org

Stone Walls of New England with Kevin Gardner
2024-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Moses Greeley Parker Memorial Library, Dracut, Arlington Street, Dracut, MA, 01826, United States
Kevin Gardner is a lifelong resident of Hopkinton, NH. Like a lot of independent rural Yankees, he’s been a jack of many trades, a builder, logger, writer, teacher, radio voice, even an actor and director.
For more than forty years he has been a stone wall builder in a family business widely known for traditional New England stonework, particularly for historic restoration of antique structures. In 2001 Kevin published The Granite Kiss: Traditions and Techniques of Building New England Stone Walls. His second book, Stone Building: How To Make New England Style Walls and Other Structures the Old Way, was published in May of 2017. He has also published poetry, songs, and essays, including “Land of Stone”, an examination of several historic sites in the Monadnock Region, in the 2006 anthology Where The Mountain Stands Alone.
From 1985 to 2010, Kevin was also an award-winning performance critic, feature writer, and producer for NH Public Radio. His pieces on arts, history and culture have aired on National Public Radio and the Christian Science Monitor broadcast network. In 2004, Kevin was a co-host of the nationally syndicated radio series Storylines New England, an interview and call-in program about our regional literature. He has written and produced other special programming for NHPR as well, including a 45-minute radio drama adapted by NH poet Julia Older from her own long poem, Tales of the Francois Vase.
Kevin is also a longtime professional actor, director, and teacher of theatre. He has taught at the New Hampton School, the NH Institute of Art, and at St. Paul’s School. Since 1999 he has been the Master Teacher of the course Shakespeare for Performance in St. Paul’s summer Advanced Studies Program. He is also a regular Guest Director at Plymouth State University, a former performance evaluator for the NH State Council on the Arts, and a frequent adjudicator of local, regional, and national theatre festivals. New Hampshire Magazine named him the state’s Best Theatre Critic in 2008.
Register at www.dracutlibrary.org/events if you want the Zoom link to attend remotely.

Public Lands Day Clean Up 2024
2024-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Concord River Greenway (Davidson St.), 51 Davidson Street, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Join Lowell National Historical Park for the annual Public Lands Day Clean-up! Volunteer to clean up along trails and riverbanks and help clear invasive plants and brush. Supplies including gloves are provided – we request that you please wear appropriate closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty.
Volunteers can plan to meet at the Concord River Green Way (Parking is at the Davidson St. open lot, across the street from Lowell Memorial Auditorium off East Merrimack St.)
The National Park Service will be partnering with Lowell Parks and Conservation Trust, Lowell Canalwaters Cleaners, and Lowell Litter Krewe to clean along the Concord River Greenway in honor of Public Lands Day.
“National Public Lands Day is more than a clean-up—it’s a chance to connect with new communities, an event that creates kinship among those working together for a common goal, and an opportunity to use America’s public lands for education, recreation, and overall physical and mental health. The theme for this year’s celebration is National Public Lands Day: Together for Tomorrow. Let’s join forces for a common goal, stewarding America’s natural resources for future generations to enjoy. Be a part of this impactful day and help make a difference in our public lands!” -NPS

4th Annual Sing-Off at Wamesit Lanes
2024-09-27 20:00 - 23:00 | Wamesit Lanes, Wamesit Lanes, 434 Main St, Tewksbury, MA, 01876, United States
Who will be crowned the karaoke star of the year?
We’re gathering the year’s best karaoke performers for the ultimate showdown to determine the best of the best. Join us in the Firewater Tavern on Friday, September 27th at 8PM as we’ll welcome Jessica from 101.7 The Bull and other celebrity judges to help pick our winner.
Do you consider yourself the best karaoke singer? You can submit an audition tape to take part in the show. The winner gets $200 cash!

Lafayette Redux: Exploring the Man and the Mania
2024-09-26 19:00 - 20:30 | The Depot
How does it happen that Americans are still staging rituals of adulation for Lafayette, cheering him on Broadway, 190 years after his death? It’s entirely fitting, as it turns out, because if anyone is suitable for immortality, it’s the Marquis. Come explore why the man may well have been even greater than his myth, with one of the nation’s leading Lafayette aficionados, Alan Hoffman. He’ll talk us through Lafayette’s triumphs and setbacks, his astonishing accomplishments, and the lessons his life holds for each one of us and for our society.
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers

Farm to Vine: Hispanic Heritage Dinner Featuring Lapostolle Winery and Lexington Community Farm
2024-09-26 18:00 - 21:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
The Inn at Hastings Park Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi (whose previous experience includes stints at Lumière, L’Espalier and Nantucket’s American Seasons) and her team inspired by all the beautiful flavors of Latin America and in homage to Hispanic Heritage Month present a five-course Farm to Vine dinner. Showcasing Relais & Chateaux’s commitment to sustainability, Chef Alissa is partnering with Lexington Community Farm and pairing each course with the elegant portfolio of Chilean Lapostolle wines. A portion of the proceeds of this event will be donated to Lexington Community Farm Coalition, a grassroots organization founded by neighbors to sustain the 7.9-acre non-profit local area Busa Farm. Begins at 6 pm. This dinner is for adults only, 21+. $180/person, plus tax & gratuity.
