BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Downtown Pittsfield Western Massachusetts The Berkshires - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Downtown Pittsfield Western Massachusetts The Berkshires X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Downtown Pittsfield Western Massachusetts The Berkshires REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T200000 DTSTAMP:20250719T185118Z CREATED:20250523T181713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T185118Z UID:10001368-1754067600-1754078400@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:August 1 First Fridays at Five DESCRIPTION:The August 1 First Fridays at Five sponsored by Guardian will feature live music\, art\, dance\, family fun\, shopping\, food\, two beer gardens\, and entertainment throughout downtown Pittsfield. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs so they can sit and enjoy a variety of food\, beverages\, and entertainment. \nFirst Fridays at Five is led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and will take place in downtown Pittsfield on May 2\, June 6\, August 1\, and September 5. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include AccessPlus\, MountainOne\, and Guardian. \nFor more information and a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n \n  \n  \nAugust 1 First Fridays at Five\, 5 to 8 pm\n  \nThe City of Pittsfield\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, and the Downtown Pittsfield Cultural Association (DPCA) have announced details for the August 1 First Fridays at Five sponsored by Guardian. The event will feature live music\, art\, dance\, family fun\, shopping\, food\, two beer gardens\, and entertainment throughout downtown Pittsfield. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs so they can sit and enjoy a variety of food\, beverages\, and entertainment! \n  \nBe sure to stop by Guardian’s booth who will be offering free snow cones and school supplies! \n  \nPersip Park\, 175 North Street\, will feature a live performance by the band Hidden Frequency from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy a beer garden from Hot Plate Brewing Co. and local food vendors within the vicinity. \n  \nHidden Frequency is an alternative rock trio hailing from the heart of the Berkshires in Pittsfield\, MA. Fusing raw emotion with heavy riffs and melodic grit\, the band channels the energy of classic rock through a modern\, alternative lens. \n  \nLongtime friends\, Steven Dubuque on guitar and vocals\, Mike Morse on bass\, and Mitch Gladu on drums\, stay committed to bringing good\, original music to Western MA. \n  \nFrom stage to studio\, Hidden Frequency brings raw presence and passion to a world full of noise and static\, they’re the signal you don’t want to miss. \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, Hidden Frequency will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street. \n  \nDunham Mall\, 100 North Street\, will feature line dancing with Berkshire Sole Society at “Dance on Dunham” from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nBerkshire Sole Society is a Berkshire-based soul line dancing crew bringing together rhythm\, movement\, and community one step at a time. Founded by Erica Shrader and powered by Women of the Westside+\, their meetups are packed with smooth steps\, feel-good music\, and unapologetic joy. Whether you’re a seasoned stepper or just learning your first slide\, there’s always room for you on the dance floor. Come for the steps\, stay for the vibe. \n  \nDance on Dunham is presented in partnership with Mill Town Foundation. \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, Dance on Dunham will be at WANDER Berkshires\, 34 Depot Street\, Suite 101. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk will feature a different “Art in the Park” artist each month of the First Fridays at Five Season. On August 1 from 5 to 8 pm\, Ma’leek Adams-Powell will be popped up in Palace Park (near 122 North Street)\, inviting the community to watch him create live and discussing his process with all who are interested. \n  \nMa’leek Adams-Powell is a multidisciplinary artist from Pittsfield\, MA\, working between the Berkshires and NYC. His work blends graffiti\, mixed media\, and 3D Elements; often using old spray paint cans\, large canvases\, and overlooked material to explore memory\, decay\, and survival. Rooted in hip-hop and childhood nostalgia\, Ma’leek paints the beauty in what’s broken or overlooked. His mission is simple: to be seen amongst the rubble when everything else fades. “Art is my record. My resistance. A reminder that I was here.” \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, “Art in the Park” with Ma’leek Adams-Powell will be inside the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renee Avenue. \n  \nDJ Champ will be the featured First Fridays at Five DJ for August and will be stationed on North Street closer to Park Square. \n  \nNew Jersey born\, DJ Champ has been lighting up the dance floor since 2008. Doing everything from celebrity events to the smallest of venues\, there’s nothing DJ Champ hasn’t touched when it comes to entertainment. One thing you’ll be sure of is that when he is around the vibe will be great. He has been featured on MTV\, VH1\, Sirius XM\, and many more major distribution avenues and also featured locally on Star 101.7 FM. Specializing in weddings\, nightclubs\, concerts\, corporate events\, birthdays and more\, there’s nothing he can’t handle. \n  \nThe Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will be on North Street and will feature over a dozen local vendors selling handmade products such as crafts\, clothing and accessories\, candles\, art\, custom gift items\, self-care items\, and packaged foods and sweets. Makers include ATK Custom\, Autumn Phoenix Photography\, BerkshireSci Biscuits LLC\, Braidy Bunch\, Fandom Forge\, Home InteriorArt and Design LLC\, Just a Knit of Love\, Lamaria\, Mindset Personalized\, Plushy Pals\, The Purse Lady\, Truffles by Tarah\, Widget’s Apparel\, Yarn4U\, and Yarnablaze. \n  \nThere will be a Beer Garden on School Street hosted by Hot Plate Brewing Co. from 5 to 8 pm. At 7 pm\, inside their Taproom\, there will be a performance by Blackpool. \n  \nThe Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will be on North Street and will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations including face-painting\, arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \n  \nParticipating organizations include Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire Community Action Council\, Berkshire County Board of Realtors\, Berkshire County Head Start/CFCE\, Berkshire County Historical Society\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Family YMCA\, Berkshire Medical Center\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Music School\, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission – SPARK Coalition\, Berkshire Thunder & Lightning\, Child Care of the Berkshires (ParentChild+ program)\, CleanSlate Centers\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Foster MA/Adopt MA\, Living in Recovery\, Mass Audubon\, Mental Health Support For Families (MHSFF)\, Pittsfield Little League\, Safe Swim Berkshires\, Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum\, The Berkshire Eagle\, The Great Josh Billings RunAground\, United States Air Force & Space Force\, and Western Massachusetts Labor Action. \n  \nThe Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office will be offering the Child ID Project at the August 1st First Fridays at Five. This free service creates a digital ID with fingerprints\, photo\, physical description\, and emergency contacts\, which is stored in a secure national database. If a child ever goes missing\, this information can help law enforcement respond quickly and effectively\, nationwide. The process only takes a few minutes and gives families added peace of mind. \n  \nThere will also be lawn games in the center of North Street\, and Bowie the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations. \n  \nCheck out a variety of food vendors at the August First Fridays at Five including BB’s Hot Spot\, Chill Zone Snow Cone Factory\, Cravins Ice Cream\, D’S Island Food Truck\, Just Kickin’ It Bar-B-Que\, UpStreet Smoke\, and Patriot Pop who will be serving lemonade! \n  \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will host “Reading with Rebel” from 5 to 7 pm. Drag queen\, Miz Rebel Progress\, has teamed up with Witch Slapped to promote literacy at this storytelling event. All children who attend will leave with a free book. The event is free\, but donations to the Witch Slapped Community Fund are welcomed. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk will showcase artists at venues throughout downtown Pittsfield from 5 to 8 pm including Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Creahub Makerspace by Latinas413\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Living in Recovery\, Marketplace Cafe\, Ralph Froio Senior Center\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Soda Chef\, and TKG Real Estate. Follow a virtual walking tour on the free Downtown Pittsfield App and enjoy opening receptions with the artists. \n  \nA free Art Shuttle provided and operated by RSVP Volunteers will take you to five locations throughout downtown during the First Fridays at Five on August 1. The Art Shuttle will make stops at Persip Park\, City Hall\, Clock Tower Artists\, the Framework by DPI Gallery at the corner of North and Linden Streets\, and Hotel on North. The Art Shuttle will depart Persip Park at the corner of North Street and Columbus Avenue every half hour starting at 5 pm with the last ride departing Persip Park at 7:30 pm. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will host a special First Fridays Artswalk activity on Friday\, August 1 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. \n  \nBerkshire Art Center is thrilled to be part of “The Berkshires Satellite Reef” — a local contribution to the world-renowned “Crochet Coral Reef Project” by artists Christine and Margaret Wertheim and the Institute for Figuring. \n  \nThis global\, community-powered art initiative invites people of all ages and skill levels to crochet pieces that will become part of a stunning\, life-sized coral reef installation to be exhibited at Williams College’s ’62 Center for Theatre & Dance in the Spring of 2026. \n  \nStop by during the First Friday Artswalk to learn more\, get inspired\, and maybe even try your hand at crocheting a coral of your own! \n  \nAfter the event\, join the afterparty at “Depot After Dark” from 8 to 11 pm! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Tito’s Mexican Bar & Grill\, and Wander Berkshires will present “Depot After Dark” outside on Liberty Street (the alleyway between Tito’s/Wander and Crawford Square). \n  \nBeverages including beer\, wine\, and margaritas will be available from Tito’s\, and non-alcoholic “zero proof” cocktails and other specialty drinks will be available from Wander. Attendees are invited to bring their own food or order takeout from Tito’s. \n  \nThe DJ for the evening is Jason Manatee\, an electronic music producer\, performer\, and DJ known for his genre-blending sets and playful\, immersive soundscapes. Drawing from a wide spectrum of electronic styles — ranging from house and techno to experimental beats\, he brings a vibrant\, unpredictable energy to the stage. Whether showcasing his original productions or spinning eclectic DJ sets\, he’s all about breaking boundaries and creating a dance floor experience that’s both fun and forward-thinking. \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and will take place in downtown Pittsfield on May 2\, June 6\, August 1\, and September 5. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \n  \nSeason partners and sponsors include AccessPlus\, MountainOne\, and Guardian. \n  \nThank you to Brick by Brick Markets for day-of vendor coordination. \n  \nFor more information and a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n  \n  \nNorth Street will be closed from Park Square to Columbus Avenue on Friday\, August 1 from 3 to 8:30 pm. Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes during this timeframe and follow appropriate detours. In addition\, a parking restriction will be in place on North Street between Park Square and Columbus Avenue starting at 2 pm on Friday. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-1-first-fridays-at-five/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Celebration,First Fridays at Five ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Blog-Header-First-Fridays-at-Five.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T183000 DTSTAMP:20250530T004909Z CREATED:20250530T004909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T004909Z UID:10001432-1754069400-1754073000@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Billy Budd Audiobook Launch DESCRIPTION:Join us at Arrowhead to celebrate Herman’s birthday and the launch of a brand-new audiobook  Billy Budd\, Sailor\, read by Paul Giamatti. We’ll have light refreshments\, drinks\, and cake. Listen to selections from the book and toast to the work that brought Herman out of obscurity when it was published in 1924. Free event! \nThis event is sponsored by Guido’s Fresh Marketplace. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/billy-budd-audiobook-launch/ LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Celebration,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Billy-Budd-Audiobook-Launch.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T190000 DTSTAMP:20250805T202842Z CREATED:20250805T202842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T202842Z UID:10000964-1754740800-1754766000@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:5th Annual Celebration of Black Voices Festival DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 9 – Sunday\, August 10 | 12-7 PM\nThe Common\, 100 First Street \nTwo full days of various performances including music\, poetry\, dance\, storytelling\, yoga\, gospel music\, and much more in celebration of local Black artists! \nBring your friends and family to enjoy this FREE event\, open to the public. All performances are family friendly. \nFor updates\, check out @celebrationofblackvoices on Instagram! URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/5th-annual-celebration-of-black-voices-festival/2025-08-09/ LOCATION:The Common\, First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 100 First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Celebration,Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CBV-FULL-FLYER-FINAL-2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T190000 DTSTAMP:20250805T202842Z CREATED:20250805T202842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T202842Z UID:10000965-1754827200-1754852400@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:5th Annual Celebration of Black Voices Festival DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 9 – Sunday\, August 10 | 12-7 PM\nThe Common\, 100 First Street \nTwo full days of various performances including music\, poetry\, dance\, storytelling\, yoga\, gospel music\, and much more in celebration of local Black artists! \nBring your friends and family to enjoy this FREE event\, open to the public. All performances are family friendly. \nFor updates\, check out @celebrationofblackvoices on Instagram! URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/5th-annual-celebration-of-black-voices-festival/2025-08-10/ LOCATION:The Common\, First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 100 First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Celebration,Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CBV-FULL-FLYER-FINAL-2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T190000 DTSTAMP:20250805T203611Z CREATED:20250523T201335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T203611Z UID:10001391-1755961200-1755975600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Common Ground Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second annual Common Ground Festival — a joyful community celebration in the Berkshires!\n\nFree + Family Friendly!\n\nFeaturing…Live MusicBalloon Twisters & Face PaintingRock Climbing WallInstrument PlaygroundPhoto Booth… and so much more!\n\nRain or Shine!\n\nSponsored and programmed by Mill Town Foundation\, Common Ground is a platform for collaboration – designed to create authentic community connections\, promote cultural diversity\, and contribute to our region’s vibrancy. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/common-ground-festival-2/ LOCATION:Bousquet Mountain\, 101 Dan Fox Drive\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Celebration,Free,Music,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/common-ground-festival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116 DTSTAMP:20250523T201851Z CREATED:20250523T201851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T201851Z UID:10001392-1762646400-1763251199@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Wandering Dance Festival: November 9-15 DESCRIPTION:Festival attendees can take part in free workshops\, learn from esteemed choreographers\, and showcase their own talents during open dance sessions. Stay tuned to milltownfoundation.org/wandering-dance-festival for more information! URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/wandering-dance-festival-november-9-15/ CATEGORIES:Celebration,Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wandering-Dance-Festival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTSTAMP:20260219T161055Z CREATED:20260120T212733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T161055Z UID:10001520-1769904000-1772323199@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:“A Taste of Downtown” – a month-long Downtown Restaurant Celebration DESCRIPTION:In February 2026\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present “A Taste of Downtown” – a month-long Downtown Restaurant Celebration – in partnership with Mill Town Foundation. Seventeen restaurants and bars in downtown Pittsfield will be participating. \n  \n“A Taste of Downtown” will feature marketing efforts to highlight downtown Pittsfield’s local restaurants and restaurant owners and the Taste of Downtown Giveaway which will be an incentive for people to dine in local restaurants over the course of the month. \n  \nThe prize for the Taste of Downtown Giveaway will be 18 gift cards – one from each of the participating restaurants – an over $400 value. Every purchase at a participating restaurant will count as one entry to win the prize package. Ask your server for the QR code to enter the contest at the time of purchase. There is no limit to the number of entries per location. \n  \nA winner of the Taste of Downtown Giveaway will be drawn at random at the beginning of March. \n  \nRestaurants participating in “A Taste of Downtown” include: \n  \n101 Restaurant & Bar\, 1 West Street \nBB’s Hot Spot at The Lantern\, 455 North Street \nBrazzucas Market\, 75 North Street \nDottie’s Coffee Lounge\, 444 North Street \nDre’s Global Kitchen\, 137 North Street (OPENS 2/13)