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“Reading with Rebel”
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Witch Slapped, 78 North Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Witch 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.

Bowie the Clown at First Fridays at Five!
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pittsfield, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Bowie the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations during the August 1 First Fridays at Five!

“Art in the Park” with Ma’leek Adams-Powell (First Fridays at Five)
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Palace Park, 116 North Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk are pleased to announce the August “Art in the Park” artist at First Fridays at Five is Ma’leek Adams-Powell.
Ma’leek 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.
Ma’leek Adams-Powell is a multidisciplinary artist from Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 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.”
In 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.
“Art in the Park” is supported by the Feigenbaum Foundation.

August 1 First Fridays Artswalk
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pittsfield, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield continues its 5-month season (May through September) on Friday, August 1 from 5 to 8 pm as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five.

Participating venues on Friday, August 1 include 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.

Download the Downtown Pittsfield App in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone.

The 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.

Berkshire 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.

This 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.

Stop by during the First Friday Artswalk to learn more, get inspired, and maybe even try your hand at crocheting a coral of your own!

The Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, 28 Renne Avenue, will feature Community Access to the Arts’s “I Am a Part of Art” on Friday, August 1 from 5 to 8 pm.

This exhibit is CATA’s biggest art show of the year – celebrating the talents of artists with disabilities. “I Am a Part of Art” features vibrant paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs, and even comic illustration and stop-motion animation.

CATA’s 2025 Annual Art Show features nearly 300 pieces by teens, adults, and elders with disabilities from across the community.

You can enjoy the exhibit for free at the Clark Art Institute (starting July 4) and the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts (starting July 9). Artwork is available for sale and artists earn a commission on each work sold.

The Lichtenstein Center for the Arts is open Wednesday through Friday, 11 am to 3 pm, and by appointment. The show will be on view through August 22.

The Creahub Makerspace by Latinas413 will host two featured exhibitions at 139 North Street: “Blooming Together, Strengthening Our Roots” by Shelsy Rodriguez and “Between Generations” by Luiza Folegatti.

“Blooming Together, Strengthening Our Roots” is a mural by Shelsy Rodriguez on permanent display at the CreaHub MakerSpace, which celebrates the strength and beauty of Latina women, honoring their diverse roots and experiences. Inspired by the flora of Latin America, this collective work uplifts immigrant identity through visual and written storytelling in both English and Spanish. It is accompanied by a community-written narrative exploring migration, resilience, and sisterhood.

“Between Generations” is a photography and interview-based installation by Luiza Folegatti on view now through August 6.

“Between Generations” explores motherhood and migration through photography, interviews, and workshops with Latina mothers and daughters in the Berkshires. The project documents their stories, resilience, and shared dreams while examining the generational ties that shape identity and community.

Living in Recovery, 75 North Street, will feature artworks by Ms. Michael Kennedy on Friday, August 1, from 5 to 8 pm, at a reception with the artist.

Michael Kennedy is an actor, playwright, director, and producer, and the founder and Artistic Director of Creative Action Unlimited, a theater/film production company dedicated to the collaborative creation of works about social issues. She taught acting at the NYS Theatre Institute Theater Arts School, where she created multiple original productions with high school students. She has directed a number of productions at CAU, has directed multiple times at Theater Voices, and served as the lead teaching artist for WAM’s 2024 Elder Ensemble program, where she will return to teach and direct the Elder Ensemble in 2025. Michael has also worked as a consultant in the formation and development of the Playback Theater of the Berkshires.

Although Michael does not identify as a visual artist, for a period of about 6 months, 20 years ago, she was led to create a series of charcoal drawings, depicting the evolving conflict occurring in an alternate world. Each drawing in this series was created while listening to “Kronos Quartet Performs Philip Glass” and was created only with grayscale charcoal, paper, and finger drawing.

The Marketplace Cafe, 53 North Street, will feature Mary Davidson’s stamped paintings in her “Abstract Series” for the month of August. Mary Davidson is an artist living in the Berkshires. Her passion for art runs deep. Mary’s abstract paintings in this exhibit are a part of a series of 40 paintings. There will be an Opening Reception with the artist during the August 1 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 7 pm.

The Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event on Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm. Clock Tower Artists (CTA) is the largest and most diverse contemporary, working artists’ group in Berkshire County. Now numbering two dozen working creatives, the Clock Tower Artists Open Studios will feature original paintings, prints, photographs, and sculptures. Enjoy an insider’s look into the world of working artists.

Artists with Open Studios at the Clock Tower on August 1 include Karen Carmean, Deborah H Carter, Lucie Castaldo, Joan Palano Ciolfi, Randy Foulds, Marion Grant, Nava Grunfeld, Caroline Kelley, Mollie Kellogg, Eric Korenman, Bruce Laird, Lisa Loustaunau, Mark Mellinger, Linda Petrocine, Shany Porras, Sally Tiska Rice, Ilene Richard, Audrey Shachnow, Stanley Singer, Ariel Smith, Jordan Stone, Sharon Walthew, Stefanie Weber, and Carmel Wilson.

The Ralph Froio Senior Center, 330 North Street, will feature “The Artful Age” during the August 1st First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm.

“The Artful Age” showcases original artwork created by members of the Froio Center’s art studio class. This vibrant collection features expressive paintings and detailed drawings that reflect the creativity, perspective, and talent of our older adult artists.

Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and Framework will feature a brand-new “Let it Shine! Artist Exhibition” featuring 4 local artists at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (437 North Street).

Featured artists are Carly Holmes, Riley Wilde, Jesus Alicea, and Kenny Davis.

There will be an opening reception with the artists during the August 1st First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm.

The exhibition will be on view Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 2 pm, August 1 through August 25, by visiting the Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. offices at 431 North Street.

Hotel on North, 297 North Street, will feature artworks by Sally Tiska Rice now through September 1. This beautifully restored boutique hotel blends 19th-century architecture with sleek, contemporary design — and is the perfect backdrop for Sally’s richly layered light-filled artwork.

Meet the artist on Friday, August 1, from 5 to 8 pm, at a reception during the First Fridays Artswalk. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet Sally in person, explore her creative process, and hear the inspiring stories behind her work. Her paintings draw from deep wells of personal experience, including her journey as a spinal injury survivor—and now, as she bravely faces breast cancer with strength and creativity. Her art is not just visual — it’s emotional, healing, and vibrantly alive.

Sally, a lifelong Berkshire resident, has worked in many mediums, including watercolor, acrylic, oils, pastels, and mixed media. Her style blends atmosphere, memory, and light, creating emotionally resonant works that have been commissioned and collected internationally. With a 25-year career at Crane & Co. hand bordering luxury stationery for names like Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and Aretha Franklin, her artistic pedigree is matched only by her passion and perseverance.

Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds, 119 Fenn Street, will present eco-friendly products by Aisha B. and the Cosmic CoArt Cooperative’s Cosmic Butterfly Procession project during an artist reception on Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm, during the First Fridays Artswalk.

Artist and artisan Aisha B. will be showcasing her natural handcrafted eco-friendly products which include reusable concrete candles, zero-waste soaps, clay jewelry, canvas art, and more alongside the Cosmic CoArt Cooperative’s Cosmic Butterfly Procession project.

The Cosmic CoArt Cooperative is a multi-talented artist cooperative that strives to thread together common strengths through the living arts. They sincerely feel creating a culture of a “beloved community” while crossing borders of race, class, culture, language, ability, and creed can be done hand in hand through the forces of creativity and the human phenomenon of art.

Artists include Annalisa Jacobsen, Peppa, Aisha B., Drake, Jean Minuchin, Macarena, Beth Fairservis, Matt Brinton, Nicole Fecteau, and Olly.

TKG Real Estate, 137 North Street, will feature “For the Love of Art” by Patricia Carchedi-Coakley through August 31. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm.

“I’m a painter who thrives on artistic exploration,” says Patricia. “You’ll find my easel graced with a new adventure every time – from the bold strokes of abstract expressionism to the delicate details of realism, and everything in between. I truly believe that each style offers a unique lens through which to see and interpret the world, and I love nothing more than diving into them all!”

Methuselah Bar & Lounge, 391 North Street, will feature painting and drawings from figurative artist Mollie Kellogg’s Incognito Witch Selfie Series in the back room at Methuselah; open Mon–Sat, 5 pm to midnight.

In a celebration of “hidden magick,” the subjects in Mollie Kellogg’s Selfie Series shared photos of themselves dressed as their inner Incognito Witch. Mollie made selections from these submissions to paint for the series.

Creative Sorceress Mollie Kellogg’s Incognito Witch Project has conjured a magickal world through fine art, music, video and theatre since 2009. Kellogg lives in Dalton and works at the Clock Tower Building, Studio 334B, in Pittsfield. Mollie premiered her play, Incognito Witch the Musical, in Becket earlier this year.

Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. Direct link: https://downtownpittsfield.stqry.app/list/56229

A 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.

First Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation.

Check out all of the August 1 First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays.

Event Highlights (South to North):

Artists at the Clock Tower, 75 South Church Street, Third Floor
Karen Carmean, Deborah H Carter, Lucie Castaldo, Joan Palano Ciolfi, Randy Foulds, Marion Grant, Nava Grunfeld, Caroline Kelley, Mollie Kellogg, Eric Korenman, Bruce Laird, Lisa Loustaunau, Mark Mellinger, Linda Petrocine, Shany Porras, Sally Tiska Rice, Ilene Richard, Audrey Shachnow, Stanley Singer, Ariel Smith, Jordan Stone, Sharon Walthew, Stefanie Weber, and Carmel Wilson
Open Studios: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Marketplace Cafe, 53 North Street
Mary Davidson
Stamped paintings in her “Abstract Series”
Opening Reception: Friday, August 1, 5 to 7 pm

Living in Recovery, 75 North Street
Ms. Michael Kennedy
Series of charcoal drawings
Artist Reception: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds, 119 Fenn Street
Cosmic CoArt Cooperative and the Cosmic Butterfly Procession
Annalisa Jacobsen, Peppa, Aisha B., Drake, Jean Minuchin, Macarena, Beth Fairservis, Matt Brinton, Nicole Fecteau, and Olly
Artist Reception: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, 28 Renne Avenue
Community Access to the Arts’ annual exhibit “I Am a Part of Art”
On View: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Palace Park, 122 North Street
“Art in the Park”
Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

TKG Real Estate, 137 North Street
“For the Love of Art”
Patricia Carchedi-Coakley
Reception with the Artist: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Creahub Makerspace by Latinas413, 139 North Street
“Blooming Together, Strengthening Our Roots” by Shelsy Rodriguez
“Between Generations” by Luiza Folegatti
On View: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Berkshire Art Center/Brothership Building, 141 North Street
“Deb Koffman Retrospective” in the window
Participate in “The Berkshires Satellite Reef” — a local contribution to the world-renowned “Crochet Coral Reef Project”: Friday, August 1, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Soda Chef, 161 North Street
Nicole March Art – Window Display

Hotel on North, 297 North Street
Sally Tiska Rice
Reception with the Artist: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Ralph Froio Senior Center, 330 North Street
“The Artful Age”
Artist Reception: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Methuselah Bar & Lounge, 391 North Street
“Incognito Witch Selfie Series”
Mollie Kellogg
On View: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., 437 North Street
Let it Shine! Artist Exhibition
Carly Holmes, Riley Wilde, Jesus Alicea, and Kenny Davis
Opening Reception: Friday, August 1, 5 to 8 pm

Featured images in header (clockwise top left to bottom left): Mary Davidson, Ms. Michael Kennedy, Carly Holmes, Ralph Froio Senior Center, Sally Tiska Rice, and Luiza Folegatti

August 1 First Fridays at Five
2025-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pittsfield, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
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.
First 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.
Season partners and sponsors include AccessPlus, MountainOne, and Guardian.
For more information and a full event listing, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays.

August 1 First Fridays at Five, 5 to 8 pm

The 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!

Be sure to stop by Guardian’s booth who will be offering free snow cones and school supplies!

Persip 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.

Hidden 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.

Longtime 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.

From 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.

In the case of inclement weather, Hidden Frequency will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 27 East Street.

Dunham Mall, 100 North Street, will feature line dancing with Berkshire Sole Society at “Dance on Dunham” from 5 to 8 pm.

Berkshire 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.

Dance on Dunham is presented in partnership with Mill Town Foundation.

In the case of inclement weather, Dance on Dunham will be at WANDER Berkshires, 34 Depot Street, Suite 101.

Downtown 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.

Ma’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.”

In 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.

DJ Champ will be the featured First Fridays at Five DJ for August and will be stationed on North Street closer to Park Square.

New 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.

The 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.

There 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.

The 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.

Participating 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.

The 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.

There will also be lawn games in the center of North Street, and Bowie the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations.

Check 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!

Witch 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.

First 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.

A 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.

The 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.

Berkshire 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.

This 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.

Stop by during the First Friday Artswalk to learn more, get inspired, and maybe even try your hand at crocheting a coral of your own!

After the event, join the afterparty at “Depot After Dark” from 8 to 11 pm!

Downtown 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).

Beverages 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.

The 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.

First 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.

Season partners and sponsors include AccessPlus, MountainOne, and Guardian.

Thank you to Brick by Brick Markets for day-of vendor coordination.

For more information and a full event listing, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays.

North 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.

Joan
2025-07-31 19:30 - 21:30 | Barrington Stage Company, Boyd-Quinson Mainstage, 30 Union Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Joan | JULY 31-AUG 17+ | BOYD-QUINSON THEATER
By DANIEL GOLDSTEIN
Directed by DAVID IVERS
*REGIONAL PREMIERE* Go behind the curtain with the queen of stand-up comedy. This new play gives you a no-holds-barred look at the life of the legendary Joan Rivers.
Show times are as follows:*
Tuesdays**: 7 pm
Wednesdays: 2 pm & 7 pm
Thursdays: 7:30 pm
Fridays: 7:30 pm
Saturdays: 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sundays: 3 pm
*Show times are subject to change
**No show on August 12
+Performances beyond August 17 pending based on sales
Click here to purchase tickets!

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap
2025-07-31 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Colonial Theatre, 111 South Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
A timeless classic that has kept audiences on the edge of their seats for over 70 years, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the ultimate whodunit. When a group of strangers becomes snowbound in a remote countryside guesthouse, a chilling murder sets off a race against time to unmask the culprit. With each guest harboring secrets of their own, suspicion runs high, and everyone is a suspect in this masterfully crafted mystery. Directed by acclaimed director and choreographer Gerry McIntyre, whose work in Broadway and regional theatre has received widespread recognition, this production brings a compelling vision to the classic mystery.
“The Mousetrap is the epitome of an Agatha Christie mystery—brilliantly constructed, full of red herrings, and laced with suspense and humor. A theatrical institution, it continues to delight audiences with its twists and turns.” –The Guardian
The longest-running play in theatre history, The Mousetrap remains as captivating today as when it first premiered in London’s West End in 1952. Christie’s signature blend of tension, intrigue and unexpected revelations ensures that no two audiences experience the story in quite the same way. Whether you’re a longtime Christie fan or a newcomer to the world of classic mysteries, The Mousetrap is an unmissable theatrical experience that will leave you guessing until the very last moment.
Recommended for ages 7 and up.
Production
written by Agatha Christie
directed by Gerry McIntyre
Previews: Thursday, July 24 at 7 pm & Friday, July 25 at 7 pm
Opening/Press Night: Saturday, July 26 at 7 pm
Closing: Sunday, August 17 at 2 pm
Tickets: Preview: $60
Tickets: $115 VIP, $90 Premium & $75 Standard; $38 Teen
Click here to purchase tickets!

Bird Banding Demonstrations with Berkshire Bird Observatory
2025-07-31 08:00 - 10:00 | Herman Melville’s Arrowhead, 780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Bird banding at Arrowhead allows visitors an up-close opportunity to see birds and watch the process of bird banding. Bird banding allows researchers the opportunity to study a wide array of wild birds in their natural habitat. Arrowhead’s woods, fields, and shrub land make it an ideal site to monitor a broad range of breeding bird species.
Join the BBO researchers as they leverage the wonder of a bird in the hand to spark a curiosity about the natural world while showcasing ecological interactions that connect us all.
Free, drop in event, weather permitting.

Rhythmscape: Intro to Forró & Social Dancing with Luana Dias David
2025-07-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Dunham Mall, 100 North Street
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. has announced a new summer dance series titled “Rhythmscape” on Dunham Mall, select Sunday afternoons from 6 to 8 pm, June 1 – August 31. Dunham Mall can be located by entering 100 North Street on your GPS.
Each session will highlight a different rhythm and instructor from our local community, reflecting the many identities that make Pittsfield home. Rhythmscape is free and open to all and encourages everyone to experience the joy of movement and the beauty of cultural exchange. No experience is necessary to participate.
This Intro to Forró class will introduce you to the vibrant Brazilian partner dance, Forró. Expect to learn foundational steps, rhythms, and partner connection techniques, all while enjoying a fun and social atmosphere. No prior experience or a partner is needed.
Also, experience Bachata, merengue, cumbia, samba, and forro in a guided open social dance.
Luana Dias David is a performing artist and choreographer based in the Berkshires. With over two decades of experience, Luana embodies a profound passion for dance and a steadfast commitment to cultural preservation and community engagement. Hailing from São Paulo, Brazil, Luana excels in various dance forms including Samba, Capoeira, Break dancing, Latin dance, Jazz, and Classic Ballet. Her rich cultural heritage is evident in her teaching and choreography, ensuring that every performance is an authentic blend of tradition and innovation.

fuzzy
2025-07-27 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-26 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-07-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-25 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-07-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-07-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Barrington Stage Company, Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center, 36 Linden Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
fuzzy | JULY 8-27 | ST. GERMAIN STAGE
Music & Lyrics by WILL VAN DYKE
Book & Lyrics by JEFF TALBOTT
Directed by ELLIE HEYMAN
*WORLD PREMIERE* Discover a little musical about all the big things. Deeply felt and genuinely charming, this whimsical tale pulls at the heartstrings—with puppets.
Show times are as follows:*
Wednesdays: 7 pm
Thursdays: 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Fridays: 7:30 pm
Saturdays: 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sundays: 3 pm
*Show times are subject to change
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Outdoor Community Yoga at Onota Lake
2025-07-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Burbank Park on Onota Lake, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Every Sunday • 9 to 10 am • Now through Labor Day
Location: Burbank Park, Pittsfield (Onota Lake Peninsula)
Start your Sunday with movement, mindfulness, and community at one of the most beautiful lakeside spots in the Berkshires. This all-levels class is open to everyone and designed to help you build strength, balance, and flexibility — while enjoying nature and peaceful views of the water.
What to Expect:
Gentle, accessible yoga practice in a welcoming atmosphere
Sliding scale donation-based class (pay what you can)
All memberships and class passes accepted
Outdoor yoga surrounded by fresh air and sunshine
A great way to center yourself before the week ahead
In Case of Rain:
Class will move indoors to our studio (next class starts just after 9 am). You’ll receive a text update 1–2 hours before class if the weather requires a location change — check the schedule online for updates.
Where to Find Us:
Burbank Park (off Valentine Road in Pittsfield). Follow signs to the pavilion — bear right when entering the park. Park in the large lot, and you’ll see us set up on the peninsula by the water.
What to Bring:
Yoga mat, Blanket or towel (for under your mat), Water bottle, Sunscreen or hat if needed
Come as you are and enjoy the transformational experience of practicing outdoors.
Pre-registration is required. Register via our website or app.
We can’t wait to practice with you at the lake!

Depot After Dark: Come As You Are Dance Party with DJ PRL
2025-07-26 20:00 - 23:00 | WANDER Berkshires, 34 Depot Street, Suite 101., Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., Tito’s Mexican Bar & Grill, and Wander Berkshires will host a new series entitled “Depot After Dark” on select evenings this summer on Liberty Street (the alleyway between Tito’s/Wander and Crawford Square). Depot After Dark will feature DJ-led dance parties from 8 to 11 pm with food and drink available for purchase.
Beverages 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.
Wander will be the presenting partner on Friday, July 18; Saturday, July 26; and Saturday, August 30.
Saturday, July 26: Come As You Are Dance Party with DJ PRL
Join us for a joyful, all-ages community dance gathering where there’s no pressure to perform—just a space to move, breathe, release, and reconnect. Come exactly as you are.
$10 Cover. Wander is always pay what you can!
Saturday, August 30: Come As You Are Dance Party with DJ Seth

Outdoor Yoga at Balderdash Cellars
2025-07-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Balderdash Cellars, 81 State Road, Richmond, MA, 01254, United States
Every Saturday • 10:30 to 11:30 am • Now through Labor Day
Location: Balderdash Cellars Winery, Richmond, MA
Start your weekend with movement, mindfulness, and a view! Join us for an energizing all-levels yoga class at the scenic Balderdash Cellars — a peaceful vineyard setting overlooking the Berkshire hills.
What to Expect:
All-levels outdoor yoga led by experienced instructors
Calm your mind, stretch your body, and connect with nature
A perfect start before the winery opens at noon
Open, welcoming environment for all backgrounds and levels
Where to Find Us:
Balderdash Cellars – 81 State Rd, Richmond (off Rt. 41). Park anywhere in the large lot. We’ll be set up behind the building, overlooking Richmond Shores.
What to Bring:
Yoga mat
Blanket or towel for under your mat
Water bottle and sun protection if needed
Weather Dependent:
If weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll cancel with at least 1–2 hours’ notice. Registered participants will receive a text and email, and credits will be issued for weather cancellations. Check our online schedule for updates.
Experience peace, presence, and the joy of practicing in a beautiful natural setting.
Pre-registration is required. Register through our website or app.
We can’t wait to see you on the mat at the vineyard!

Goat Yoga at Hancock Shaker Village
2025-07-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Hancock Shaker Village, 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Summer In The Berkshires = Goat Yoga In The Village!
Every Saturday at 10 am, June 7 – September 6
There’s nothing like an inspiring outdoor yoga class (yes, with our goats). If you’ve never tried it, now’s the chance for a completely different yoga experience. Goats roam freely as you strike your poses with a certified yoga instructor. Bring a mat. All skill levels are welcome.
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Pittsfield Farmers Market
2025-07-26 09:00 - 13:00 | The Common, First Street, Pittsfield, MA, 100 First Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Each week at the Pittsfield Farmers Market, shoppers will discover a vibrant selection of farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, flowers, and handcrafted items, all while enjoying live music, kids activities, and interactive experiences.
There will be a fantastic lineup of new and returning vendors, offering something for everyone—from your weekly groceries to special treats and gifts. And back by popular demand: Supersized Second Saturdays! These monthly celebrations bring extra fun with a Makers Market, chef demos, family-friendly activities, contests, and more.

The Pitt - The Nate Martel Band
2025-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Dunham Mall, 100 North Street
Hot Plate Brewing Co. has teamed up with Pittsfield-based businesses and organizations including Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. to bring you a free outdoor summer music series in Dunham Mall. They’ll be a beer garden, food vendors, and awesome performers!
Nate is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist based in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts. His solo project is soulful and socially conscious; deep, sometimes dark, but often uplifting.

The Golden Hour Garden Party
2025-07-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Hancock Shaker Village, 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
There’s something magical about the light in the Berkshires as the sun begins to set. Stroll through the Village, visit the barn, hike the Farm & Garden trail, and soak up the golden hour views while enjoying farm-to-table cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from Chef Kevin Kelly, founder of After Hours, a community minded pop-up restaurant. Between bites, learn from a Village interpreter about Shakers’ gardening practices.
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