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
TJO Emergency Donation Drive
07/08/2026 - 07/31/2026 - All Day at Thomas J. O’Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center
627 Cottage St
Lost Acres Fire Dept Car Show
08/01/2026 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Salmon Brook Park
Salmon Brook Park rd
Feline Fun Day!
08/01/2026 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at Brimfield Winery
35 main st
Here Today Adopted Tomorrow invites you to Feline Fun Day—Saturday, August 1st, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Brimfield Winery in Brimfield MA!
Enjoy live music, craft vendors, wine and beer, raffles, and friendly shelter kittens.
It’s a free, family-friendly summer event supporting HTAT’s work keeping cats safe, healthy, and supported in our community.
That’s Feline Fun Day, Saturday, August 1st at Brimfield Winery. Learn more at heretodaysanctuary.org.
Brew at the Zoo
08/01/2026 - 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm at The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center
293 Sumner ave
Brew at The Zoo, presented by PeoplesBank, returns to The Zoo in Forest Park on Saturday, August 1! Tickets are on sale now at www.forestparkzoo.org/brew and they WILL sell out.
Join us at The Zoo in Forest Park on August 1 for samples from your favorite local and national breweries, a homebrew competition featuring some of the area’s finest brewing talent, delicious food from a selection of food trucks and live music that’ll having you dancing from Stillwater Band all while surrounded by the sights and sounds of The Zoo’s 200+ animals.
Looking for more? Purchase a VIP ticket for additional time to sample and to participate in up-close animal encounters led by Zoo staff. VIPs also receive grain to feed the animals. VIP hour is from 12-1:30.
This is a 21+ event. No children, babies or other guests under the age of 21 will be permitted into The Zoo on August 1. All guests must have a pre-purchased ticket to attend and show a valid photo ID at the gate. The event is rain or shine. No refunds will be offered.
Ronald McDonald House 26th 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.
Pets Rock!
08/08/2026 - 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Springfield Elks
440 tiffany st
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.
Domest 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
Christone \”Kingfish\” Ingram
08/09/2026 - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm at 52 Sumner by Springfield Performing Arts Ventures
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.
Plush with Special Guest Major Moment
08/17/2026 - 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm at 52 Sumner by Springfield Performing Arts Ventures
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 Holyoke Skate Park
221 Appleton st
SrA Stephen Comeau Memorial Stride for Change 5k
08/29/2026 - 8:30 am - 12:00 pm at Ashley Reservoir
250 whitney ave
7TH ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY AND AWARENESS WALK
09/06/2026 - 9:30 am - 2:00 pm at Stanley Park, Beveridge Pavilion Annex
400 Western Ave.
This fundraiser helps fund Ovations for the Cure of ovarian cancer mission of providing support to local patients and their families, fund critical research, and provide education and awareness for women.
Games, Raffles, DJ
Sunsets & Socials
09/11/2026 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm at The Starting Gate at GreatHorse
128 Wilbraham Road Banquet Hall
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 Road
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.
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.
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 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.
Swing Fore Families Ronald McDonald
10/29/2026 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Max’s Swing Lounge
1000 Hall of Fame ave
Join us at Max’s Swing Lounge for our very first Swing Fore Families event, an exciting night out with great company, good fun, and a little friendly competition. Enjoy rounds of simulated golf, delicious food and drinks, and tons of fun with contests and raffles.
Click HERE to take a virtual tour of Max’s Swing Lounge!
For information about this new event, please contact Christa Petro at 203-777-5683 or cpetro@ronaldmcdonaldhousectma.org
City of Bright Nights Ball
11/07/2026 - 11/08/2026 - 6:30 pm - 12:30 am at Sheraton Springfield
one monarch place
The City of Bright Nights Ball is the Spirit of Springfield’s largest annual fundraiser. The elegantly themed black-tie only gala includes a gourmet dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions and a 50/50 raffle. Its guests include business, community, military, public safety and political leaders.
History
The City of Bright Nights Ball was first held in 1996 at the suggestion of Peter L. Picknelly, Sr. at the Sheraton Springfield. The goal was to raise funds to illuminate public properties for the holiday season that would enhance the displays at Bright Nights at Forest Park.
The event was held annualy at the Sheraton Springfield except in 2005 when it was held at the MassMutual Center during its inaugural season. In 2018, the event was moved to MGM Springfield when it opened.
Honorary Chairs
2025 – Matthew Garrity, President and CEO, Florence Bank
2024 – The Arment Family, Charlie Arment Trucking
2023 – Dr. Robert E. Johnson, President, Western New England University
2022 – Patrick Pickering, Northeast Regional Vice President of Operations, American Medical Response
2021 – Shawn N. Pace, Site Manager, Eastman Indian Orchard
2019 – U. S. Congressman Richard E. Neal and Roger W. Crandall, Chair, President & Chief Executive Officer, MassMutual
2018 – Michael Mathis, President, MGM Springfield
2017 – Anthony Gleason, II and David Johndrow, Gleason Johndrow Landscaping
2016 – Thomas W. Senecal, President & Chief Executive Officer, PeoplesBank
2015 – Daniel P. Moen, President & Chief Executive Officer, Mercy Medical Center
2014 – Dr. Mark A. Keroack, President & Chief Executive Officer, Baystate Health
2013 – Kelley Tuckey, Vice President of Community & Public Affairs (Eastern Region), MGM Resorts
2012 – Daniel P. Moen, President & Chief Executive Officer, Mercy Medical Center
2011 – Peter Straley, President, Health New England
2010 – Steve Bryant, President, Columbia Gas of Masschusetts
2009 – Roger Crandall, President & Chief Executive Officer, MassMutual Financial Group
2008 – Mary Ellen Scott, Owner, United Personnel
2007 – Michael Nikiolek, Vice President, Hasbro Games
2006 – Mark Tolosky, President & Chief Executive Officer, Baystate Health
2005 – Stuart Reese, President & Chief Executive Officer, MassMutual Financial Group
2004 – Kerry J. Kuhlman, President & Chief Operating Officer, Western Massachusetts Electric Co.
2003 – Doug Guthrie, General Manager, Comcast
2002 – Danielle M. Glanville, AT&T Broadband and Vince McCorkle, Sisters of Providence
