Construction may be underway, but downtown Amherst is still full of activity. Here are some upcoming events that bring neighbors, students, and visitors together in the heart of town:
Weekly events
- Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1:30 p.m. – Farmers Market on the Common
- Thursdays, 3–7 p.m. – Artisan Market in front of Town Hall
August highlights
- Aug 16 – Community Band Concert in Sweetser Park
- Aug 20 & 27 – End-of-Summer Family Fun Day at Kendrick Park
- Aug 22–24 – Rotary Club of Amherst Town Fair
- Aug 25 – Amherst Public Schools First Day Celebration at Kendrick Park
- Aug 28 & 30 – Adventure Into Amherst with Amherst College and UMass
September highlights
- Sept 18 – Celebrate Amherst Block Party
- Sept 21 – Bandtoberfest Concert on the Common with the UMass Wind Ensemble
Downtown businesses will be open during all events, making these gatherings a good chance to shop local, grab a meal, and enjoy what Amherst has to offer.
Photo: facebook.com/AmherstDowntown
