Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Hands-On History: Weaving and Engineering
2026-03-14 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 3rd Floor, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
“Hands-On History at the Tsongas Industrial History Center”
Saturday, March 14th from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!)
Experience history by doing!
Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to welcome you for “Hands-On History” — part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial celebrations and the Tsongas Industrial History Center’s 35th anniversary!
“Hands-On History” takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month through October.
3rd Floor, Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St., Lowell, MA)
This month’s activities include:
Weaving on a hand loom and taking on a fun engineering challenge inspired by the innovations of the Industrial Revolution.
These free, drop-in workshops are appropriate for all ages.
Explore our educational workshop spaces at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum and discover how the Industrial Revolution shaped life then and now. Whether you’re a returning visitor or brand new to history, there’s something hands-on for everyone.

St. Patrick's Day Party at The Groton Inn
2026-03-14 13:00 - 16:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Everyone is Irish for St. Patty’s Weekend! Join us at The Groton Inn for a day of spirited fun. Enjoy live music by John Fitzsimmons, Irish-inspired bites from the talented Forge & Vine culinary team, and festive cocktails at our full cash bar.
Event will be held in the Courtyard (weather permitting) or The Groton Inn’s Prescott Room. Free to attend and fun for all ages!

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration March 13–17, 2026
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-17 | Owen & Ollie's Restaurant & Pub, Owen & Ollie's Restaurant & Pub, 91 Mill St, Dracut, MA, United States
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
March 13–17, 2026
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with five days of Irish music, dance, and festive fun. Join us each day beginning at 11:00 AM as we bring the spirit of Ireland to life with live performances, DJs, and traditional Irish step dancing. Whether you’re stopping by for an afternoon drink, dinner with friends, or a full night of music, there’s something happening all weekend long.
Come raise a glass, enjoy live entertainment, and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us.

Entertainment Schedule
Friday – March 13
DJ Steve5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday – March 14
DJ Steve11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Karen Grenier3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Joe Leary6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sunday – March 15
The O’Halloran Irish Step Dancers12:00 PM
Karen Grenier1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Katie O’Brien Trio5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday – March 16
Kelly Girls6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday – March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day)
DJ Steve12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jug of Punch5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Private Salty Reiki Healing with Anabel
2026-03-13, 2026-03-06, 2026-02-27 | 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

CHEERSPORT Lowell Classic 2026
2026-03-08 08:00 - 2026-03-09 07:59 | Massachusetts
The CHEERSPORT Boston Classic 2026 cheerleading competition is scheduled to take place March 8, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Live Greek & Middle Eastern Music and Bellydancing
2026-03-07 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-02-28 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-02-21 20:00 - 23:00 | Athenian Corner Restaurant, 207 Market Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Live music and dancing featuring the Athenian Corner Ensemble

FLICKERING FUTURES | March 4 – March 29, 2026| Reception on Saturday March 7, 3 - 5 pm| Loading Dock Gallery
2026-03-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
Show: Flickering Futures – 9th Annual Greater Lowell Regional Art Show
Show dates: March 4 – March 29, 2026
Reception: Saturday, March 7, 3–5 PM
Loading Dock Gallery is proud to present *Flickering Futures*, the 9th Annual Greater Lowell Regional Art Show, on view from March 4 through March 29, 2026. This annual exhibition showcases artwork by student artists from high schools across the Greater Lowell region, offering a platform for emerging voices to reflect on the present while imagining what the future may hold.
The title *Flickering Futures* speaks to the ever-changing relationship between young artists and the world around them. Through mixed media works, students explore themes of future, change, difference, uncertainty, and self—sharing personal perspectives shaped by current events, individual experience, and creative curiosity. For many participants, this exhibition marks one of their first opportunities to present work in a professional gallery setting.
Featured students come from Innovation Academy Charter School, Billerica Memorial High School, Chelmsford High School, Dracut High School, Groton-Dunstable High School, Lowell Catholic High School, Lowell High School, Lunenburg High School, Notre Dame Academy and Tyngsborough High School. The artwork has been created within the past year through school art programs or independent practice.
A public reception will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The exhibition is free and open to the public.
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501(c)(3). For more information, visit www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

Golden Gloves
2026-03-05 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-26 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!

Lowell Writers Open Mic
2026-03-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Massachusetts

Irish Night at Owen & Ollie’s, Dracut
2026-03-05 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.

Everyday Engineering: Squishy Circuits at Discovery Museum
2026-03-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Squish and sculpt as you explore some simple circuitry. We’ll discover the conductive properties of a childhood favorite, as we sink our hands into playdough to make LEDs light up and buzzers buzz!

Lexington Lantern Festival Celebration
2026-03-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Massachusetts
The Lantern Festival marks the end of the 2-week Lunar New Year celebration, symbolizing unity, light, and hope. The festivities will begin with pre-show lantern-making and refreshments at 3:00 PM, followed by performances and interactive activities starting at 4:00 PM. The celebration will culminate in a magical outdoor lantern parade at 5:30 PM. Free DIY Lantern-Making Kits will be available at the event from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Starting February 16 through February 28, free wish ribbons will be available for the public to create at Cary Memorial Library and Lexington Community Center during its open hours, as well as at NLCC’s office (114 Waltham Street, #12, Lexington, MA) every Saturday from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM leading up to the event.
All are invited to join this family-friendly event, which promises an unforgettable experience of culture, creativity, and community spirit.

Songs & Secrets of Open Door Theater's HONK! at Discovery Museum
2026-02-28 15:00 - 15:30 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Look behind the curtain of Open Door Theater’s newest show, HONK!, a musical telling of “The Ugly Duckling” story. HONK! is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his siblings, and others are quick to notice and point this out. Ugly is kind-hearted, awkward and innocent, and his journey of self-discovery is the heart of the show.
Join the cast and crew for a sneak peek of songs, as sung by Open Door Theater in their unique and inclusive way. Learn more about the performances scheduled from March 20-29 at www.opendoortheater.org

Lowell Winterfest 2026
2026-02-28 | City of Lowell, Lowell, Massachusetts, United States
Bundle up and head to downtown Lowell for Winterfest, a family-friendly celebration of winter fun in the city. Enjoy outdoor activities, live entertainment, seasonal treats, and hands-on experiences for kids and all ages. From festive energy to local flavor, Winterfest is a great way to get outside, explore downtown, and make the most of winter in Revolutionary Valley.
Good to know: Many activities are free or low-cost, and events take place throughout downtown Lowell.

Bilal - Bilal Sayeed Oliver
2026-02-26 20:00 - 21:30 | Massachusetts
Ticket listings for Bilal – Bilal Sayeed Oliver at Groton Hill Music Center in Groton, Massachusetts on 02/26/2026

Historic tour & kids scavenger hunt
2026-02-26 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-24 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Public Health Museum, East Street, Tewksbury, MA, 01876, United States
The Public Health Museum is a non-profit educational and cultural museum. The Museum strives to preserve records and artifacts from our nation’s public health history; educate the public about the achievements and contributions of public health, and inspire people to build upon the past and continue to advance the future of public health.

History Without Frostbite at the Wright Tavern
2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Wright Tavern, 20 Lexington Rd, Concord, Massachusetts, 01742, United States
History Without Frostbite at the Wright Tavern ❄️🔥
Because great ideas were born indoors, too.
Skip the icy sidewalks and step inside one of Concord’s most storied spaces for a warm, lively, and thought-provoking 90-minute history talk at the historic Wright Tavern. These mid-day programs pair big ideas with cozy surroundings—and just enough time to learn something meaningful before lunch (or with lunch, if you’re smart). Plan your own indoor history experience for your group, club, library, class or tour by calling 978-318-3061.
🖤 Black History of Concord
February 11 & 26 | Noon–1:30 PM
Explore Concord’s history through the lives of Black Concordians who challenged enslavement, claimed freedom, and built new futures. This engaging presentation highlights courage, self-emancipation, community, and the individuals who shaped Concord as free men and women.
Presented by Jen Turner (Robbins House) and Richard Piccarreto (Cultural Site Interpreter)
🌿 Women of Concord
March 10 & 26 | Noon–1:30 PM
Meet the women who pushed boundaries, shaped American culture, and led movements for justice—often from right here in Concord. Literature, art, reform, and radical ideas included.
Presented by Stefanie Cloutier and Amy Cole (Visit Concord interpreters)
🎟 Tickets
$15 – Talk only
$35 – Talk + bag lunch (history tastes better when you’re fed)
Come for the stories. Stay warm. Leave inspired.Capacity 5 minimum to run
Max 40, min five people to run. 48 hours notice to cancel or book.

Kween
2026-02-25 19:30 - 2026-03-15 20:30 | Massachusetts
NHP Board member and alum (2018 and 2021) Vichet Chum’s play Kween will receive its world premiere at Merrimack Repertory Theatre in Lowell, MA. The play was also commissioned by MRT. Set in…

Asobouyo! Play and Learn about Japan! at Discovery Museum
2026-02-24 11:45 - 12:30, 2026-02-24 10:45 - 11:30 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
How do I write my name in Japanese? Do Japanese children play with the same toys as me? Join visiting student teachers from Showa University in Tokyo to explore classic Japanese children’s toys and games. We’ll learn some simple Japanese words as we play together!

A Journey to Find an Ancestor and Honor His Faith in Diversity
2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Bedford Old Town Hall, Great Room (3rd floor), 16 South Road, Bedford, 01730, United States
While researching her Revolutionary War ancestor, General John Glover, Jane Woolsey Gropp of Lexington learned about the Marbleheaders, a group of fishermen and sailors from the coastal town of Marblehead who played a crucial role in several key military operations during the war. They were a diverse group, including free African Americans and Native Americans, and were the first integrated institution in America.
Gropp’s intention to have a painting depict General Glover, who commanded the Marbleheaders, led instead to a painting honoring both her ancestor, a somewhat forgotten hero, and the Black Patriots, who were mostly unknown heroes of the American Revolution.
In recognition of Black History Month, Gropp will describe her journey that led her to commission the painting called An Appeal to Heaven, the interrelationships among the people in the painting (Washington, one of his enslaved men, others), and the Black Patriots who fought and secured a freedom that was not yet theirs.
Doors open at 2 PM for a social period and refreshments
2:15 PM – Brief Society announcements followed by the Guest Speaker

Proppa - Rave in the Ring
2026-02-21 18:30 - 23:00 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Tickets start at $25!
Presented by AM:PM Entertainment, Proppa: Rave in the Ring transforms a boxing ring into a DJ booth at the center of the dance floor. Blending the raw intensity of a fight night with the pulse of a full-scale rave. Support from Breakbones, Different Font, Jogo B2B Chelon and Tuck B2B Cuz. 18+. Doors open at 6:30.
This is a General Admission event. VIP tickets include access to a private viewing area (standing room on the stage), private bar and private bathrooms.
Ticketholders must be 18+ to attend this event.
All sales are final. No request for cancellations, exchanges, changes or refunds shall be honored.
