First Night Northampton

First Night Northampton takes place throughout downtown Northampton on Thursday, December 31, 2026. It features over 100 performances at multiple indoor venues and public outdoor spaces. A fireworks display will light up the sky at 6:15 PM, and we’ll kick off the countdown to midnight with our unique downtown “ball-raising” celebration outside Hotel Northampton.

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  • FY27 Local Cultural Council (LCC) Grants

    Over $24,000 in funding is available for community arts, humanities, and science projects in Northampton, Florence, and Leeds. Apply online by October 15, 2026.

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