
What’s Happening September 14–20
Plan a family outing with 9 picked events this week, plus reliable free and low-cost ideas for any day.
TODDLER NATURE SERIES
Terrific Toddlers: Early Fall Series
Week two of the toddler nature series focuses on fantastic frogs. Registration status may change, so reserve through the organizer.
SEPTEMBER
18
FRI · 9:30–10:45 AM
MAJOR FAIR
The Big E
The Big E opens this week with rides, animals, exhibits, food, and free entertainment. Advance one-day tickets are $17.50 for ages 13+, $11.50 for ages 6–12, and free for ages 5 and under.
SEPTEMBER
18–20
FRI–SUN
MAKERS MARKET
Easthampton Fall Makers Market
A family-friendly local makers market. Price was not listed in the source; confirm the current vendor list and details before you go.
SEPTEMBER
19
SAT · 10 AM
CRAFT FAIR
Fall 2026 Craft Fair
A local craft-fair stop for a fall Saturday. The source does not list a price, so use the organizer link for the latest information.
SEPTEMBER
19
SAT · 11 AM
FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
Fitchburg Food Truck Festival
A midday food-truck festival in Fitchburg. The organizer has not listed a price in the source, so check the current event details before going.
SEPTEMBER
19
SAT · NOON
FARM FESTIVAL
HHF Apple Fest
An apple-season weekend at Hollis Hills Farm. Price was not listed in the source—confirm the current activity and admission details with the organizer.
SEPTEMBER
19–20
SAT–SUN · 11 AM
COMMUNITY DAY
Hubbardston Field Day
A community field day with a morning start. The source does not list a price; use the organizer link for final details.
SEPTEMBER
19
SAT · 9 AM
CRAFT FESTIVAL
Fruitlands Craft Festival
A weekend gathering of regional artisans in Fruitlands’ scenic hills. Check the organizer’s current page for tickets and any children’s programming.
SEPTEMBER
19–20
SAT–SUN
STREET FAIR
Celebrate Ashburnham Street Fair
A community street-fair outing to close the weekend. The source does not list a price, so check the organizer’s latest details before traveling.
SEPTEMBER
20
SUN · 10 AM

Where To Go Anytime
ANYTIME IDEA
Martin's Park
A free, all-abilities waterfront playground that is open dawn to dusk. Confirm the water-play season and weather before you go.
