Pulaski Park Comes Alive: Parties in the Park Returns for Summer 2026!
The Northampton Arts Council and the City of Northampton are thrilled to announce the return of Parties in the Park, the city’s free weekly outdoor DJ and dance series!
Every Wednesday evening from July 8 through August 26, 2026, Pulaski Park will transform into a vibrant, open-air dance floor celebrating community, music, and the cultural vitality of downtown Northampton.
Hosted by the incomparable Russell Caldwell, the 2026 season features an eclectic, rotating cast of premier regional DJs spinning everything from reggae and global beats to classic soul, rare grooves, and disco.
🎧 The 2026 Lineup
| Date | Featured DJ |
|---|---|
| July 8 | DeeJay Theory |
| July 15 | Studebaker Hawk |
| July 22 | DJ Trends |
| July 29 | Apel Beats |
| August 5 | DJ Donuts |
| August 12 | Iosnua [with Quills] |
| August 19 | Wooly Bully |
| August 26 | Malik Abdul-Rahmaan |
📍 Event Details
- When: Wednesdays, July 8 – August 26, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Where: Pulaski Park, 240 Main St, Northampton, MA 01060
- Admission: FREE and open to the public of all ages!
🌤️ Weather Advisory Information
All performances are weather-dependent. In the event of inclement weather, a cancellation or postponement notice will be posted by 10:00 AM on the day of the event via:
Instagram:@nohoarts
Facebook & Instagram: The City of Northampton’s official social media pages.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Parties in the Park is proudly presented by the City of Northampton through its Economic Development Department, with organizational support from Northampton Arts Inc. and funding in part from the Mass Cultural Council, Greenfield Savings Bank, and Monadnock Community Investments.
