May Events on Our Radar

National Baseball Poetry Festival: Poet-To-Poet Reading

The National Baseball Poetry Festival is a celebration of poetry (and other short written and spoken-word pieces) whose themes focus on Baseball—our National Pastime! The Festival also punctuates National Poetry Month, during which the nation pays homage to the world’s oldest and, arguably, most powerful art form. The National Baseball Poetry Festival starts on May 7, 2026 - May 9, 2026, and takes place over the course of three days at venues such as Polar Park, JMAC, The White Room, and Birch Tree Bread Company. Welcoming baseball lovers of all ages, the Poet-to-Poet Reading at The Worcester Pop Up is just one of many events worth attending. Discover the full line up of events here.

Exploring the Beauty of Nature

Don't miss these exciting events at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill:

Immerse Yourself in History and Culture

The Museum of Worcester's exhibits and events give you a unique cultural connection.

Even More 250th Celebrations

The Salisbury Singers are presenting a cabaret-style celebration of America’s 250th anniversary—an evening that pairs great music with great company. From early American favorites to contemporary classics, our program traces the nation’s story through song, past to present.

From Revolution to Innovation

"Yankee Ingenuity" at Old Sturbridge Village begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation. Throughout the month, local makers, small businesses, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity, skill, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes—Eat, Move, Play, and Work— this event connects everyday life from the Revolutionary era through the 1830s to the present, highlighting the businesses and industries that continue to sustain the region today.

Head to Hanover Theatre this May

You don't want to miss an entertaining lineup of events in Worcester's Theatre District!

May the 4th Be With You

Star Wars fans will be celebrating May the 4th with this trilogy marathon.

Monster Jam Weekend

Catch this unforgettable experience at the DCU Center, where the arena is transformed into a dynamic dirt-scape for the monster trucks to go wild.

Life in Bloom

Don't miss the 5th annual Burncoat Bloomfest at the Burncoat Center for Arts & Wellness on Sunday, May 3rd from 1-5pm! This is always such a fun event featuring vendors selling handmade wares, food, live music, games and more.

Mother Day Ideas

There are dozens of wonder ways to celebrate the moms in your life. Find inspiration and make reservations with the help of our list below:

Herbs & Wellness on Shrewsbury Street

Check out the Thyme Herbal Apothecary Medicinal Herb Sidewalk Sale on May 10th to treat yourself (or your mom!) to the best that nature has to offer your mind & body.

Art for All

ArtsWorcester is the premiere gallery in the region to explore a wide range of art, don't miss their current exhibitions:

Opera on the Big Screen

Discover the magic of opera on the big screen with a special Met HD screening of Cinderella, presented in an abridged English-language version. Experience this screening in the world-renowned acoustics of Mechanics Hall, a National Historic Landmark celebrated for its exceptional sound. This is more than a screening, it’s a chance to hear and feel music in a space designed for it.

A Free Museum Day in Celebration of the Founder

The Icon Museum and Study Center is excited to host a special Founder's Day, celebrating the institution's 20th anniversary with a full day of free admission and community programming. Founder's Day gives visitors a memorable occasion to explore the Icon Museum's origins and honor its founder, Gordon Lankton, and his wife, Janet Lankton, whose vision and generosity established one of America’s most distinctive cultural institutions. The Icon Museum now holds a collection of over a thousand Russian, Greek, Veneto-Cretan, and Ethiopian icons and objects, spanning nearly two thousand years of art. 

there's so much more this month!