Sat–Sun Oct 7–8, 10–5
The iconic Berkshire Botanical Garden Harvest Festival is happening this weekend in Stockbridge! The festival will include nonstop family entertainment; a giant tag sale; a botanical bakery serving sweets, treats, chili, and bisque; a beer garden presented by Barrington Brewery; food trucks; games; 50+ craft vendors; an obstacle course; hay rides; a huge plant sale; live music; and more! More info
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Sun–Mon, Oct 8–9
Held during the peak of fall foliage season, RambleFest offers an awesome street festival on Sunday and the 55th Greylock Ramble on Monday, a hike to the summit of Mount Greylock. The party on Sunday will be outside the Adams Visitor Center at 3 Hoosac Street. There will be live music, food, and fun. Check out the Fall Festival at Adams Theater, which kicks off on Friday! More info
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Sat–Sun, Oct 7–8
Find a huge selection of like-new books at bargain prices at the Lenox Library Association’s annual “treasure hunt” for booklovers, collectors, and families with kids. At Lenox Town Hall, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Special raffle! Sponsored by Apella Wealth. (sponsored) More info
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Sun Oct 8, 2–6 p.m.
On Sunday, BRIDGE (Berkshire Resources for Integration of Diverse Groups and Education), a grassroots nonprofit organization, will mark its 15th anniversary at a gala at Jacob’s Pillow—site of the Underground Railroad. The gala will host a blend of of local artists, activists and world-renowned presenters and performers to highlight the essence of the organization’s vision and its reach in our local and broader communities. More info
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Fri Oct 6, 7 p.m.
The R.O.P.E. (Rites of Passage and Empowerment) Fall Fundraiser will showcase musical guests Gaye Todd Adegbalola and Gina Coleman (Misty Blues). The not-to-be-missed event will be hosted by stand-up comedian Eryca Nolan. R.O.P.E. scholar Abby Percy will start things off, followed by a routine by the Youth Alive Step and Dance Team, and then the live music. More info
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The Fall issue of Berkshire Magazine is filled with articles that highlight autumn in the Berkshires! Read about the 35th anniversary of the Fall Festival of Shakespeare, the athletics program at Berkshire School, the world premiere of Lunar Eclipse (on the cover), The Berkshire 25, the Outdoor Rec 413, Felipe Salles' "The New Immigrant Expericence," and more! More info
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Sat Oct 7, 8 p.m.
Three genre-defying artists join forces to tell the story of unpredictable romance & self-discovery in Heart of Brick, a dance and music production that ponders on the spirit & magic of Black queer nightlife. This production at MASS MoCA is a co-presented by Jacob's Pillow. More info
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Sat–Sun, Oct 7–8
Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the Stockbridge-Munsee Community’s Tribal Historic Preservation Office presents a workshop at the Mission House led by Kim Hoffman on "Healing Within the Community." Advance registration is required. More free workshops will be held through the fall season, including "Honoring Our Traditional Seed Relatives," "What is Indigenous Education?," and "Tribal Medicines." More info
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