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Worcester On The Moon

Celebrating 100 years of space exploration and technology, Worcester is home to innovation and manufacturing that moved the needle in extraplanetary exploration. The first rocket was launched in Auburn and was developed in Worcester. Apollo 11 moon landing technology, including the suits astronauts wore and the headset Neil Armstrong used to communicate with Earth, were made in Worcester. On July 20th, Worcester will showcase its historic and existing innovation with a series of events and exhibits. You will be pleased by what you discover!

Fourth of July in Central Massachusetts

It’s that time of year again where family and friends gather for cookouts, festivals, concerts, and extravagant fireworks that explode across the summer sky. Check out our list of fun events and come celebrate the Fourth of July with us in Central Massachusetts!

2019 Black Heritage Festival

History, community, culture and fun. That’s what you can expect at the annual Juneteenth Festival being held at Institute Park in Worcester on June 22 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy vendors and great performers, including The Sunta Africa Band, A2VT Drummers, and The World Premier Band (just to name a few). 

Out to Lunch Concert Series 2019

The City of Worcester and the Worcester Cultural Coalition are excited to announce the return of the Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers’ Market series on June 20, 2019 through August 29, 2019 on the historic Worcester Common Oval. The festival will take place Thursday afternoons from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each week, with the exception of July 4th.

This summer marks the 10 year celebration of the wildly popular festival series which has grown from a single event featuring a handful of vendors into a 10-week local extravaganza including sensational talent, delicious food, handmade crafts and more!

Baseball, Brews and BBQ on Father's Day

Old Sturbridge Village is excited to host the first-ever Baseball, Brews & BBQ this coming Fathers’ Day. Listen to live music throughout the day, try out new or favorite beers from a variety of regional brewers, eat some delicious BBQ, and enjoy fun and games on the common. Plus, all dads enjoy free standard admission on Father’s Day, June 16.

The Other Side of Kelley Square

By 2021, Kelley Square in Worcester Massachusetts will transform into a stunning gateway for one of the state’s most up and coming neighborhoods. By contrast, right now Kelley Square is the state’s most dangerous intersection; it’s no wonder that sometimes the “other side” of Kelley Square gets overlooked. Millbury Street is more than just a ready-made vintage movie set for Bradley Cooper to do his bidding. (See: American Hustle 2013.) This pocket of the city is alive with bustling small businesses that have been ingrained in the community for a long time.

West Boylston Street Knows What Worcester Wants

On West Boylston Street in Worcester, you’ll find family run diners, pizza joints, sandwich spots, culturally diverse restaurants, and properly rested pints of Guinness. This is a neighborhood in sync with Worcester’s loyalties. We work our way from north to south in this list of favorites.

8 Free Family Fun Ideas

The weather is heating up and Central MA has family-friendly fun waiting for you! From concerts at scenic local parks and hiking trails, to splash parks and farmer’s markets, there are so many ways to enjoy the summer months without breaking the bank. Worcester Central Kids Calendar has put together a list of 8 FREE Family Fun Ideas to help you get your warm weather fun on. Ready, Set, GO!

Celebrate Summer at the Taste of Shrewsbury Street

Nothing has the ability to lift spirits and bring people together like good food, which is why Worcester’s annual Taste of Shrewsbury Street is an event you don’t want to miss. On June 18 from 5 PM to 9 PM, Worcester’s Restaurant Row will be alive with not only assorted food and drinks, but also live music and local vendors  - a block party for the entire city to enjoy!

Family-Friendly Technology Festival Combines Learning & Fun

Worcester Polytechnic Institute combines robots, technology, science and fun in their free TouchTomorrow festival on June 8, 2019 at 100 Institute Road, Worcester MA. The hands-on exhibits and activities will be taking place all day from 10 AM - 4 PM, rain or shine. This annual event offers educational fun for all ages!