Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

The Story Behind Paul Revere’s Ride — And More
2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Paul Revere is an American icon, but how much does the story of the Midnight Ride hold up, and why?
This program will explore Revere and his famous ride, and offer some insights into other aspects of his life. Revere was a silversmith with several side jobs, an active member of the Freemasons, and a father to a large family, as well as a politically active Patriot in the American Revolution.
Tegan Kehoe, Research and Adult Program Director at the Paul Revere House in Boston, will present Revere and his legacy, including the history of the Paul Revere House itself.
2 PM – Social period
2:15 PM – Brief Society announcements followed by the program
This event is free and open to the public.
Space is limited to 100 attendees. One registration per household, please.
Register for the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Wdys173jTsCd9kvAxCICXg
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

At the Opera with Lexington Pops Chorus
2026-01-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of legendary British rock band Queen’s debut album and the release of their iconic song “Bohemian Rhapsody”, and embracing Freddie Mercury’s love of opera, Lexington Pops Chorus presents “At the Opera with Lexington Pops Chorus”.
This exciting concert connects well known traditional opera choruses with 50 years of rock opera from Queen and features: Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma”, selections from Bizet’s Carmen, Verdi’s “Anvil Chorus” and “Va, Pensiero”, and from Queen “Radio Gaga”, “Under Pressure”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “You’re My Best Friend”, and much more!
Concerts on the evening of Friday, January 23 and the afternoon of Sunday, January 25.

A River Transformed Walking Tour
2026-01-26 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-01-27 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.

Boarding House Park
2026-01-28 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

Lizzy Marquis & Friends Music Night
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Join us for an evening of live music, creativity, and community at Lizzy Marquis & Friends—a night hosted by the talented singer and pianist Lizzy Marquis. Guests are invited to take the stage and share a song, play alongside Lizzy, or simply sit back and enjoy the music.
Whether you’re performing or just listening, it’s the perfect opportunity to connect, unwind, and experience the local music scene in a welcoming setting.
Free to attend, with food and beverages available for purchase.
Musician registration opens at 5:30pm, music begins at 6pm

Boston Fleet vs. Toronto
2026-01-28 19:00 - 21:30 | Tsongas Center, Tsongas Center, 300 Arcand Dr, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
The Boston Fleet take on Toronto at the Tsongas Center.

Golden Gloves
2026-01-29 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-05 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Lowell Sun Charities is proud to present the 79th Annual Golden Gloves at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Thursdays from January 8 – March 5. Don’t miss a moment of one of the longest-standing New England sports traditions, as the best amateur boxers from the area battle it out across the weeks to see who will be crowned champion. Thursday Night is Fight Night at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium!

Private Salty Reiki Healing with Anabel
2026-01-30, 2026-02-06, 2026-02-13 | The Salted Soul Salt Cave, 340 Great Road, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Every Friday, Anabel is here offering private reiki sessions in the cave. Get your salt therapy and reiki healing all at once. Investment is $145.
Appointment options are:
*10:00-11:00am
*11:30-12:30pm
*1:00-2:00pm

Join or Die...a film
2026-01-31 13:00 - 14:30 | Scottish Rite Museum, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Join us at the museum at 1:00 pm for a screening of the 2024 documentary, Join or Die. In this Emmy-nominated film, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist–and former Lexington resident–Robert Putnam. Putnam’s groundbreaking book Bowling Alone and his research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.
Flanked by influential fans and scholars, as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it? Learn more about the documentary here and join us in January!

Gabby's Dollhouse
2026-01-31 13:00 - 14:30 | MA

Introduction to Amigurumi- Level 2
2026-01-31 13:30 - 16:00 | MA
This beginner-friendly class will teach you the key shaping techniques as you crochet a simple stuffed smiley ball. Beginner Amigurumi Workshop: Create Your First Soft Sculpture Curious about…

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2026-01-31 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-02-07 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

Lowell at Tewksbury Memorial
2026-02-03 18:30 - 19:45 | MA
The Tewksbury Memorial varsity basketball team has a home non-conference game vs. Lowell (MA) on Tuesday, February 3 @ 6:30p.

Irish Night at Owen & Ollie’s, Dracut
2026-02-05 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.

Lowell Writers Open Mic
2026-02-05 18:30 - 20:00 | MA

February Open Studios
2026-02-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts, Western Avenue | Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Ave, Lowell, MA, United States
Shake off the winter blues and join us on Saturday, February 7th for Open Studios at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts. This is your invitation to step inside a thriving creative community where artists open their doors and share the work they love.
With 5 floors to explore, guests are encouraged to wander at their own pace, meet artists in their studios, see works in progress, discover finished pieces, and shop truly one-of-a-kind handmade art. From painting and photography to fiber, mixed media, and beyond, there is something to spark curiosity around every corner.
Open Studios is an easy, welcoming way to spend a winter afternoon, whether you are a longtime supporter of the arts or discovering Western Avenue for the first time.
Saturday, February 7th | 12–5 PM
Western Avenue Studios & Lofts
122 & 160 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA
This event is free and open to all. Friendly, leashed pets are welcome.

Meet the Andover SeaPerch Team at Discovery Museum
2026-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Discover the world of underwater robotics with the Andover SeaPerch Team! Learn how engineers design and build remotely operated underwater vehicles (ROVs) through hands-on experience. You’ll assemble, experiment, test, and iterate on your own ROV, all while exploring the basic physics and engineering principles that make underwater robots work.

HEARTS AND FLOWERS | February 4 – March 1, 2026| Loading Dock Gallery
2026-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
This February, The Loading Dock Gallery invites the community to celebrate creativity, beauty, and connection with Hearts and Flowers, a vibrant mixed-media exhibition featuring work by Loading Dock Gallery artists and additional Western Avenue artists.
Filled with color, emotion, and the warmth of artistic expression, Hearts and Flowers showcases a juried collection of paintings, textiles, photographs, sculpture, and handcrafted art. Whether inspired by love, nature, or the quiet joy of winter, each piece offers a unique interpretation of the themes at the heart of the exhibition.
Visitors are invited to explore three rooms of artwork that highlight the depth and diversity of our local creative community. This show offers the perfect opportunity to support local artists while discovering meaningful gifts—just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Hearts and Flowers will be open weekdays 12–5:30 PM and weekends 10 AM–3:30 PM, February 4 through March 1. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, February 7, from 3–5 PM, coinciding with Western Avenue Studios’ Open Studios.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501(c)(3). For more information, visit www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

Erin Harpe & the Delta Swingers in concert
2026-02-07 20:00 - 22:30 | Crossroads Music Series, Crossroads Music Series, 190 Academy Rd, North Andover, MA, 01845, United States
Erin Harpe & the Delta Swingers are known to get crowds grooving with their unique “Boogie, Blues and Beyond” sound. The quartet’s distinctive performances center around Erin’s exceptional finger-style blues guitar and soulful vocals, with a sound that harkens back to the time of juke joints. The band’s blues/roots/Americana cocktail has drawn comparisons to Muddy Waters, Bonnie Raitt and Maria Muldaur — updated with some modern funk, soul, rock and even world music mixed in.
“One of the most dynamic, talented and exciting roots rocking blues women on the scene.”
Living Blues Magazine
“Delightful delivery and positively top-notch fretwork…about as good as it gets!”
Blues Magazine

AudaTours Lowell Audio Tour: Canals, Cathedrals & Creative Spirits Unveiled
2026-02-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Saints Medical Center, 1 Hospital Dr, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Spinning wheels once thundered through Lowell’s streets, powering more than fabric-sparking fierce battles for equality and the secret dreams of mill girls behind brick walls. This self-guided audio tour opens doors most visitors walk past, layering lost stories over familiar sidewalks and letting you move at your own pace.
What urgent message led desperate workers to defy factory bosses in the heart of the mills? Which ghostly rumor quietly haunts the shelves of the Pollard Memorial Library? Why did an engineer bury a coded letter beneath the Pawtucket Gatehouse, and what has it kept secret for a century?
Winding through canals, libraries, and gatehouses, every turn ripples with discovery. Feel the tension of rebellion beneath your feet and glimpse Lowell’s soul in flickers of shadow and steam. Listen, look closer, and find a city transformed.
Unlock Lowell’s hidden engines-press play and let the city’s boldest moments rise again.

Valentines Day
2026-02-12 16:00 - 2026-02-15 21:00 | Owen And Ollie’s, 91 Mill Street, Dracut, MA, United States
Join us on Valentines Day’s.

The Golden Gloves
2026-02-12 19:30 - 23:30 | MA
Lowell Sun Charities is proud to present the 79th Annual Golden Gloves at Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Thursdays from January 8 – March 5. Don’t miss a moment of one of the longest-standing New…
