Community Calendar Submission Instructions:
The community calendar only accepts notices from non-profit organizations and charities.
For on air mentions: A completed 30 second script for events must be submitted no later than 3 weeks in advance. We can only publicize events and benefits from established 501c3 corporations with 100% of proceeds benefiting the charity.
(Due to overwhelming demand, we cannot guarantee any on air mentions.)
Send only edited pertinent info regarding event: who, what, when, where, why.
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Upcoming Events
Ronald McDonald House 6th Annual Golf Tournament
08/03/2026 - 11:00 am - 7:00 pm at Twin Hills Country Club
700 wolf swamp rd
Join us Monday, August 3rd, as we continue our tradition of supporting children and families from the first tee to the last green. Our annual golf tournament in Springfield kicks off with lunch and a day on the course and tops off with a delicious dinner, drinks, raffle, and auction!
Event Schedule:
Registration & Lunch — 11:00 AM
Shotgun Start — 12:00 Noon
Dinner & Awards – 5:00 PM
For information about this annual event, please contact Christa Petro at 203-777-5683 or CPetro@ronaldmcdonaldhousectma.org.
National Night Out
08/04/2026 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Allen Park Aparments
251 Allen Park road
Allen Park Apartments Hosts National Night Out
WHO:
Allen Park Apartments, residents, Springfield Police, community organizations, local elected officials, and community partners.
WHAT:
A free National Night Out celebration featuring live entertainment by Orchestra Salsa Brava and DJ KWhizz, the Da Click Auto Club car parade, free haircuts by New England Barber Academy, children’s activities, bingo, food, and community resource tables.
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Allen Park Apartments
Springfield, MA
WHY:
National Night Out is a nationwide community-building campaign that strengthens relationships between neighbors, law enforcement, and local organizations while promoting safer, stronger communities.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
Video and interviews with community leaders, residents, Springfield Police, first responders, community partners, live entertainment, family activities, and the Da Click Auto Club parade.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Nataly G. Vasquez
Community Coordinator
Allen Park Apartments (cell: 413-461-9279)
3rd Annual Jeffrey Speller Foundation ‘4 Change’ Charitable Golf Tournament
08/08/2026 - 9:00 am at Wyckoff Country Club
233 Easthampton Rd
Pets Rock
08/08/2026 - 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Springfield Elks
440 Tiffany Street
The Foundation for TJO Animals is celebrating 10 years of Pets Rock this year, and we want YOU to be part of the celebration!
Join us Saturday, August 8th at the Springfield Elks, located at 440 Tiffany Street in Springfield from 12:00pm – 5:00pm for an amazing afternoon concert, all in support of the TJO animals.
EVENT DETAILS:
Admission is $25.00/person.
Tickets at the door day of event are $30.00
*All registrations include 1 raffle ticket for our special lottery basket door prize.
Pets Rock event tees available to purchase for $20 while supplies last.
10th anniversary special t-shirt $40 – Limited supply.
Event Highlights:
A rockin’ concert with the bands Project 267, Tough Customer, and The Berkshires. Pat Kelly from Rock 102.1 will be our emcee for the day! Enjoy a fabulous line up of food trucks including: Madd Eatz, Crave, Sweet Treats 413, Citrus & Soiree, and Squirrel– A Dog Bistro. Vendors, raffles, cash bar, and our Foundation favorite Booze Toss game!
Our friends from HydroDog will be on-site to give your four-legged friend a fresh wash and grooming, and our partners from Dogwalkers will be there with a special raffle you don’t want to miss out on!
We will be collecting donations for the Reese Pet Food Initiative. Bring a pet food donation and receive a raffle ticket for our lottery basket door prize!
Please note: limit one raffle ticket per person, regardless of the amount donated.
Donation items we will be collecting:
Dog & Cat Food (Wet and Dry)
Treats – No raw hides please
New Toys.
There will be lots of shaded areas for dogs and their humans including a covered pavilion. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the concert!
**Dogs who are comfortable with the chaos of noise, people, and other dogs are welcome. Pups who attend should be on a leash at all times. No Flexi-leads** No coolers or outside alcohol permitted.
For more information: 413-306-5161 info@tjofoundation.org
Proceeds from Pets Rock go directly to the Foundation for TJO Animals to benefit the animals in need at the Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center.
Domestic Violence Awareness Festival/Fundraiser
08/08/2026 - 08/09/2026 - 1:00 pm - 1:00 am at The O’s Music Bar
330 amherst rd
Easthampton Skatepark Bingo Fundraiser
08/09/2026 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at New City Brewery
180 Pleasant st
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
08/09/2026 - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at 52Sumner/Springfield Performing Arts Venue
52 Sumner Avenue
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christone-kingfish-ingram-tickets-1988784935278
GRAMMY-winning guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Christone “Kingfish” Ingram is bringing The Hard Road Tour to Springfield’s own 52 Sumner!
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram stands at the crossroads of legacy and innovation. A native son of Clarksdale, Mississippi — a city steeped in blues history — he channels the spirit of the Delta while fearlessly reshaping its future. With Hard Road, his most introspective and ambitious project yet, Kingfish reflects on a journey that’s taken him from local prodigy to global torchbearer for a new era of blues.
Percy\’s Party at Riverside Reptiles
08/16/2026 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Riverside Reptiles Education Center
132 South Road
Riverside Reptiles Education Center in Enfield is throwing our biggest fundraising celebration of the year – Percy’s Party at Riverside! Visit the zoo on August 16th from 10-4 for discounted admission (only $12!), food & art vendors, all day animal encounters, raffle prizes, face painting, and more! Your admission directly supports all of our rescue animals through our 501(c)3 non-profit, Conservation and Education Reptile Rescue!
Tickets are available at the door or online at cereptilerescue.com/percysparty.
All proceeds of Percy’s Party go to the registered 501(c)3 non-profit, Conservation and Education Reptile Rescue.
Plush with Special Guest Major Moment
08/17/2026 - 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm at 52Sumner/Springfield Performing Arts Venue
52 Sumner Avenue
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plush-with-special-guest-major-moment-tickets-1988783759762?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
PLUSH is an all-female rock band with a mission to bring rock back to the forefront of the music industry.
Plush is a rock band dedicated to bringing rock music back to the forefront of the industry. The band is made up of talented young woman, ages 21 to 24, whose skill and accomplishments far exceed their youth. The lineup features singer, songwriter, producer and guitarist Moriah Formica, bassist and back up vocalist Ashley Suppa, and drummer Faith Powell.
Plush has 4 Billboard Top 40 Mainstream songs to their credit in “Hate” “Better Off Alone” “Left Behind” and “Run”. The band has been captivating audiences across the United States and abroad with their electrifying live performances supporting renowned acts like Disturbed, KISS, Alice in Chains, Evanescence, Daughtry and Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. They have also graced the stages of several major festivals including, Welcome to Rockville, Louder Than Life, Sonic Temple and Rocklahoma. They have also played several shows for our Armed Forces both in the United States and abroad.
Cancer Bullies HPV Cancer Awareness Ride Out and Community Jam
08/22/2026 - 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Heritage Park
221 Appleton St
SrA Stephen Comeau Memorial Stride for Change 5k
08/29/2026 - 8:30 am - 12:00 pm at Ashley Reservoir Elks Lodge
250 Whitney Ave
Barre Lions Club Car Show
09/12/2026 - 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Barre MA Common
Common St
The Barre Lions Club will be having their annual car show on the Barre Common on Saturday, September 12th from 9-2, rain or shine. All types of vehicles are welcome. The entry fee is $15 to show and spectators are free. They’ll have a DJ, huge raffle table, t-shirts, a 50/50, and swag bags for all entrants. People’s Choice plaques will be awarded at the end of the show. This is your chance to show off your cool car for hundreds to see. Come join the fun!
Agawam St. Patrick’s Committee Car Show and Vendor Fair
09/13/2026 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Polish American Club
139 Southwick Street
Join us for the 1st Annual Agawam St. Patrick’s Committee Car Show and Vendor Fair. The event is free for spectators. If you are interested in registering your car it is a $20 registration fee and for motorcycles the fee is $15. Come and join us for a day of community, cars, local businesses and Irish fun. For more information or if you have questions, please visit our website www.agawamstpatricks.com or Facebook Page. Please reach out to us at agawamstpatricks317@gmail.com if you are interested in becoming a vendor or a sponsor for the event.
CHD Cancer House of Hope 22nd Annual Golf Tournament
09/14/2026 - 10:30 am at Twin Hills Country Club
700 Wolf Swamp Rd
Join us for a great day of golf and fun at one of the region’s premier charity golf tournaments, all while making a difference in the lives of those in our community affected by cancer. Proceeds from CHD Cancer House of Hope Annual Golf Tournament help people right here in our community get free cancer support services, including support groups and wellness therapies. Our program also offers oncology-certified massage, Reiki, yoga, art therapy, relaxation, a wig boutique, and post-mastectomy bra fittings, all from a healing and welcoming environment offering connection, comfort, and care. CHH’s services are available year-round and are provided free of charge to support individuals in an often scary and uncertain time in their lives.
11th Annual RVCC Golf Tournament
09/18/2026 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at East Mountain Country Club
1458 East Mountain Rd
River Valley Counseling Center (RVCC), a member of ServiceNet, will hold its 11th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, Sept. 18, at East Mountain Country Club in Westfield, and the stakes are more than a good round of golf.
The cost per golfer is $125 and includes golf cart rental, lunch, dinner, and prizes. There will also be a raffle and contests on the course. Registration will begin at 9 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. “shotgun start,” meaning all groups will tee off simultaneously. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
All proceeds will directly support RVCC’s youth mental health programs, including the Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) and School-Based Outpatient Therapy Services. Both programs are designed to meet young people where they are, sending therapists into homes and placing them inside local schools so that more families can get the support they need. For many children and teens, these programs are the difference between getting help or going without.
1st Anuual Horizon Home Relief Golf Tournament
10/05/2026 - 9:00 am at Chicopee Country Club
1290 Burnett Rd
Horizon Home Relief’s 1st Anuual golf tournament is being held October 5, 2026 at Chicopee Country Club. Registration opens at 7:30AM with a 9:00 AM shotgun start. This exciting day on the course is about more than just golf, it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local homeowners facing critical home repairs and accessibility challenges. Enjoy a day of camaraderie, friendly competition and community spirit while supporting the mission of Horizon Home Relief. Out organization is dedicated to helping homeowners in need by providing essential home improvement services and accessibility modifications when other avenues of financial support have been exhausted. Together, we create safe and healthy living environments and restore hope for individuals and families throughout our communities. With your support, we can continue transforming lives. Whether you’re an avid golfer, a local business, or somebody who simply believes in giving back, this tournament offers a unique opportunity to have fun while supporting a cause that truly matters. Visit www.horizonhomerelief.com to learn more about us, our mission and register/sponsor. A safe and healthy home should never be out or reach!
Badge of Strength Endurance Challenge
10/11/2026 - 10/12/2026 - 12:00 am at Springfield College East Campus
701 Wilbraham Rd
Save The Date
October 11-12, 2026
Location: Springfield College East Campus
The Badge of Strength Endurance Challenge, hosted in partnership with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office, is a high-energy, team-based competition for first responders and friends, designed to test strength, agility, endurance, and teamwork.
Teams of five, each with at least one first responder, will compete in six endurance challenges to raise awareness and funds for MHA programs that provide mental health and wellness services to first responders, law enforcement, correctional professionals, active military, veterans, and community members.
Team Registration
The Badge of Strength Endurance Challenge replicates a team approach utilized in the first responder industry, testing the team’s strength, endurance, strategic assessment, and grit. Every team, each with a first-responder captain, will be presented with six challenges that reflect various situational scenarios that exist in the life of a first responder. The team must complete all six challenges in only two hours to finish the course.
The race is set up with three levels of difficulty that a team can self-select into: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.
Can your team earn the Badge of Strength?
In-Kind Sponsorships
Support the event with goods or services instead of a monetary contribution. In-kind sponsorships help reduce event costs and enhance the experience for participants and attendees.
Sample In-Kind Sponsorships:
- Printing and marketing materials (flyers, banners, signage)
- T-shirt Sponsor
- Fitness or wellness products (hydration, gear, equipment)
- Giveaway items or merchandise
- Event equipment rental (On-site event equipment, including tents, sound system, sanitation facilities, and race timing)
Benefits:
- Recognition on event signage as an In-Kind Sponsor
- Recognition on the event website
- Social media recognition before and during the event
Sponsors may select a value for their in-kind contribution that aligns with one of our standard sponsorship levels for recognition purposes.
If you are interested in an in-kind sponsorship, please contact Development Associate, Julie Savone at jsavone@mhainc.org.
Barks & Brews
10/11/2026 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Fort Hill Brewery
30 Fort Hill Rd
Fetch some fun at Dakin’s 11th annual Barks & Brews, at Fort Hill Brewery in Easthampton on Sunday, October 11th from 1pm-4pm.! Gather your favorite humans or furry canine friends for an unforgettable afternoon of craft beer, food trucks, vendors, activities, treats, and more! Barks & Brews is a 21+ outdoor event where dogs and dog lovers come together for a perfect fall afternoon, all while making a difference for pets and the people who love them.
Humans must be 21+ and all dogs must be on a leash (retractable leashes are not allowed).
Activities:
Included in Admission
- Costume Contest: Enter the contest and join the parade! Categories include cutest dog, spookiest dog, most creative, and best duo.
- Hot Dog Eating Contest: A tail-wagging taste test showdown, who can gobble their way to glory the fastest?
- Musical Sit: Like musical chairs, but made for dogs!
- Dog Splash Zone: Cool off and play in a water play area for dogs who love to make a splash (weather permitting).
- Photobooth: Capture the memories with your pup in our photo booth.
Add-on Activities
- Dog Painting Canvas Art: Let your dog become the artist! Paws, licks, or playful steps create a one-of-a-kind abstract masterpiece.
- 50/50 Raffle: Try your luck! Half the pot goes to the lucky winner, and the other half supports Dakin’s lifesaving work.
- Nail Trims with Fur’s-a-Flyin’: Quick, gentle nail trims to keep your pup happy and comfy!
- Mobile Baths with HydroDog: Freshen up on the go! Professional mobile bath to get your dog cleaned up and looking their best.
- Food Trucks: Caravan Kitchen, Crazy Arapes, Thai Chili Food Truck, and Batch Ice Cream
Schedule of Events:
12pm-1pm: VIP Guests Preview Hour
1pm: Event opens for General Guests
2:15pm: Contest Game Sign Ups Close
2:30pm: Hot Dog Eating Contest
2:45pm: Musical Sit
3:00pm: Costume Parade & Contest Winners Announced
3:30pm: Raffle sales close/Passport Game Drawing
3:45pm: 50/50 Raffle drawing announced
4pm: Event Ends
Barks & Brews 2026
10/11/2026 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Fort Hill Brewery
30 fort hill rd
JOIN US FOR A FUN DAY OF DOGS AND CRAFT BEER AT DAKIN’S 11TH ANNUAL BARKS & BREWS- THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF FURRY FRIENDS AND COLD BREWS!
WHEN?
Sunday, October 11, 2026
1pm-4pm
WHERE?
Fort Hill Brewery, Easthampton, MA 01027
Fetch some fun at Barks & Brews! Gather your favorite humans or furry canine friends for an unforgettable afternoon of craft beer, food trucks, vendors, activities, treats, and more! Barks & Brews is a 21+ outdoor event where dogs and dog lovers come together for a perfect fall afternoon, all while making a difference for pets and the people who love them.
