Celebrate Patriots’ Day at the Concord Museum as we commemorate the anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord! Visitors will: Enjoy free admission to see the original Paul Revere lantern and dozens of objects that witnessed the founding of our nation, Explore the new special exhibition, Revolutionary Legacies. Experience a living history minutemen encampment […]
Concord will celebrate Patriots Day on Monday, April 20th. 2026 Patriots’ Day Parade and Celebration The Concord Patriots’ Day Parade is one of the nation’s oldest celebrations of the first shot of the American Revolution, attracting visitors from around the world. Concord will celebrate Patriots’ Day on Monday, April 20th but events are happening beginning April 17. […]
Bring the family and support the local nine as the CCHS and Lexington HS baseball teams play their annual Patriots Day Battle rivalry game on Monday, April 20. First pitch is at 3:00 on Emerson Field. There will be festive and special touches throughout the game, including a Minuteman salute to start the game and wiffle ball for […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
To celebrate Earth Day and OARS’ 40th anniversary, we are bringing the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to Concord, where 3 remarkable rivers meet and America’s roots run deep. In partnerships with friends and local organizations, we are hosting five days of community-focused events in and around Concord Center, including film screenings, art installations, guest […]
Concord has a new question for its residents, and it's a simple one: how are you doing? The town's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission has launched a community survey to find out what it actually feels like to live, work, or study in Concord. Not what we assume. Not what we've always heard. What people […]
The Concord COA will sponsor an opportunity for the proper disposal of any of your expired or unneeded medications. We will accept prescription and over-the-counter medications in pill or liquid form. Additionally, we will have a small sharps collection box for used needles. Discarding them at the COA will ensure that they will be disposed […]
The Concord Council on Aging invites you to experience the art of belly dancing with Celia! Come for pizza and salad lunch then learn about the history of belly dance, and try some fun beginner moves. This program is funded by a grant from the Concord Cultural Council. Please RSVP to 978-318-3020 to sign up […]
(3:00 - 3:30 pm) Celebrate National Volunteer Week and Earth Day with Concord Land Conservation Trust, and embrace this year’s Earth Day theme, "Our Power, Our Planet"! Meet us under a tent in the field at Jeans Land for refreshments and a chance to connect with some of our amazing volunteers. Executive Director Jane Gruba-Chevalier […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
The Concord Free Public Library is currently accepting applications for its Williams Scholarships for Excellence in Music & Excellence in Visual Arts. The scholarships are named for an original benefactor of the Library, Charles Williams, an enthusiastic supporter of higher education, music and the arts. Each Scholarship is granted to a Concord resident completing high […]
Join the Concord COA for an important presentation and discussion on scam prevention and awareness, designed to help seniors stay informed and protected. Representatives from the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office and the Concord Police Department will lead the session, focusing on common scams affecting individuals and communities across Massachusetts. Featured speakers include Christopher Cerone, Massachusetts Office […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
While hunting in the Scottish Highlands, New Yorker Tommy Albright stumbles upon the picturesque village of Brigadoon, which seems like a place out of time. There, Tommy falls in love - not just with a beautiful lass named Fiona, but with the town itself. Only then does he discover Brigadoon's secret: the village appears once […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
Get your tickets for April 25, 2026 - a public concert celebrating spring, social action, and a new documentary coming out this summer by Emmy-Winning Acton Documentarian Rob Whittlesey featuring the band "The Anna & Mickey Show." Tickets for this cabaret-style lively, inclusive, Folk-and-Americana concert are on sale now - this show SOLD OUT last […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
The Concord Free Public Library is currently accepting applications for its Williams Scholarships for Excellence in Music & Excellence in Visual Arts. The scholarships are named for an original benefactor of the Library, Charles Williams, an enthusiastic supporter of higher education, music and the arts. Each Scholarship is granted to a Concord resident completing high […]
While hunting in the Scottish Highlands, New Yorker Tommy Albright stumbles upon the picturesque village of Brigadoon, which seems like a place out of time. There, Tommy falls in love - not just with a beautiful lass named Fiona, but with the town itself. Only then does he discover Brigadoon's secret: the village appears once […]
The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents HAIRSPRAY, directed and choreographed by Najee Brown. With big hair, big laughs, and even bigger heart, this joyous, high-energy musical proves that when we dance together, anything is possible. Previews: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 25, 2026. Playing: Sunday, April 26, 2026 through Sunday, May 17, 2026 in […]
Let's move together! Join Concord Free Public Library staff to start your week with a walk along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. Friends from Concord Recreation will join us to lead light stretching at the start and to walk with us. Wear your sneakers, grab your walking poles, and bring a friend. All walking paces […]
The Concord COA is offering another American Mahjong class for beginners led by Jean Olson. Learn the basics, get comfortable playing the game, and develop your strategy. You’ll have the chance to play the game with other players as you are learning. After you complete the class, you may join the COA Mahjong group that […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
You are cordially invited to the Concord Council on Aging’s Annual Tea Party at the Harvey Wheeler Community Center on Tuesday, April 28th at 2:00 PM. It will be a delightful afternoon filled with classic tea-time charm. Guests will enjoy a selection of assorted teas, delicate finger sandwiches, and freshly baked sweets. As you sip […]
Bring your favorite tune, your instrument, and open ears to CCM’s Monthly Jazz Jam, where faculty member Giuseppe Paradiso sets the stage for musical collaboration, exploration, and enjoyment, and provides a space where all jazz musicians will feel at home. This monthly gathering welcomes players of all levels to join the house rhythm section, request […]
The Umbrella Arts Center of Concord, MA presents its second Ceramics Biennial Exhibition, “Earthworks: Evolution”, a regional show celebrating the depth of history, tradition, and cultural expression in contemporary ceramics, and the ways in which artists continue to expand the field through innovation and reinterpretation. Admission is free and the Allie Kussin Gallery is open […]
April 3-30 in the Munroe Gallery at the Concord Main Library. See library website for daily hours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of local flowers as we await their blooming in later spring and summer. Most of the paintings in this show are based on photographs taken on walks throughout Concord, including at Great Meadows, […]
Join us as the 250 Trees Project nears completion! On April 30 at 10:00 AM, a newly planted tree at the Main Library will be dedicated as a symbol of the entire project. Following the dedication, Tree Warden Erik Shaw will present on the project along with tree maintenance, policy, and management in Concord. The […]
With the help of Fowler Library, Art for All is pulling together the 5th annual Spring into West Concord Treasure Hunt! The theme this year is Garden delLights. 30 businesses will display illuminated lanterns made at Art for All workshops in their windows. Beginning on May 1st and ending on Spring into West Concord on […]
The League of Women Voters of Concord-Carlisle invites you to a presentation and discussion with Concord’s Land Use Working Group. Charged by the Select Board, the Land Use Working Group has been examining the Town’s future municipal needs—particularly the challenges facing Public Works and Public Safety facilities, as well as opportunities for administrative consolidation. The […]
Join the student artists featured in the new special exhibition Revolutionary Legacies, along with Curator David Wood and Curator and Director of Exhibitions Christie Jackson, for a gallery talk at 11:30 am on May 1. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
ms wayDid you know Concord Prison has a nearly 150-year history featuring experimental psychology, notable inmates, and distinctive architecture? Join us on May 1 to learn about the prison’s origins in 1878, its evolution, community impact, and eventual closure in 2025. The story begins with Concord Reformatory and includes other facilities like Charlestown Jail and […]
The Umbrella's beloved Open Studios is May 2 & 3, from 12 - 5 PM in Concord, MA. It's fun for all, FREE to attend, and priceless to get to know your local artists! The Umbrella Arts Center is home to more than 60 working artists skilled in a variety of fine and applied arts […]
May is National Bike Month! As part of Safe Routes to School, celebrate spring and sustainability during the Concord Family Bike Festival at Bradford Mill (43 Bradford Street, the back parking lot). Grab your helmets and water bottles, and pedal on over! There will be fun for all ages and abilities, whether you are using […]
Recreation on Saturday, May 2nd, for the annual Kite Festival at Rideout Park! From 1:00 to 3:00 PM, professional kite fliers will show off their skills, and an ice cream truck will be on site to buy a cold treat. Purchase a kite, learn to build one with a kit, or bring your own!
Special spring special pop-up exhibition and events series previewing the design, approach and exhibitions of the future Guitar Museum of New England in West Concord, the first and only permanently installed museum in the Americas exclusively dedicated to the guitar and find luthier craft. Events range from master luthier and curator talks, musical performances, examples […]