Entertainment

There is so much to do in Worcester that there is not enough space to list it, but we recommend investigating it all! The Worcester Art Museum, the EcoTarium, the Worcester Historical Museum, and the Worcester Center for Crafts offer family-oriented culture; and an array of galleries showcase local artistic offerings. And the homegrown music scene thrives throughout the Canal District and Worcester as a whole. 

In the summer months there are many concert series around the city. The Out to Lunch Concert Series, Brown Bag Concert Series at Mechanics Hall, ChamberFest Summer Concert Series, The Elm Park and Newton Square Music Series, Park Spirit Music Series and a slew of other spontaneous events. 

For a comprehensive list of all Central Mass events, visit DiscoverCentralMA.org

live music

Worcester is home to some of the most talented and celebrated musicians in the country, with innumerable establishments showcasing local talent across many genres. The Canal District offers Vincent’s for blues, Nick’s for jazz, the Electric Haze for jamming, and the legendary Hotel Vernon for an eclectic mix.

sports

Worcester has always been a sports crazy town, satisfying fans with games from the collegiate to the professional level. The Bravehearts play a full baseball schedule at their stadium at the College of the Holy Cross; and the Railers hockey team calls the DCU Center its home. And right around the corner, the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox will soon be calling the Canal District their home.

culture

Hanover Theater for the Performing Arts, Mechanics Hall, Tuckerman Hall, Worcester Art Museum, Worcester Historical Museum and The American Antiquarian Society form the backbone of city culture; and at a more neighborhood level, the galleries and events abound, including the new JMAC Worcester Pop Up Gallery and Brick Box Theater.