Must-see entertainment in Pioneer Valley

  • Theodore's

    Pioneer Valley

    Offering 'booze, blues and BBQ,' this joint is a gem. Truly great blues and jazz acts get booked in the lively bar, and the barbecue is finger-lickin'…

  • Amherst Cinema

    Pioneer Valley

    Here's an independent, nonprofit theater that uses solar panels to help power the films. That's all good, but the real reason to come here is for the…

  • MGM Springfield

    Pioneer Valley

    Opened in 2018, the MGM casino complex features an outdoor plaza and events space centered on the refurbished state armory, a building dating from 1895…

  • Springfield Symphony Orchestra

    Pioneer Valley

    This respected symphony orchestra – New England's largest outside of Boston – does monthly performances at Symphony Hall. The repertoire is diverse,…

  • Academy of Music Theatre

    Pioneer Valley

    This balconied theater is one of the oldest movie houses in the USA (1890), and one of the most beautiful. It shows first-run independent films, plus…

  • Iron Horse Music Hall

    Pioneer Valley

    The town's top venue for folk, rock and jazz with performers from Judy Collins to Dar Williams. Table seating means the atmosphere is pretty relaxed,…

  • Calvin Theatre

    Pioneer Valley

    This restored movie house hosts big-name performances with everything from hot rock and indie bands to comedy shows. The Gilded Era decor is pretty fancy,…

  • UMass Fine Arts Center

    Pioneer Valley

    This striking concert hall is the region's largest venue, located on the University of Massachusetts campus. It offers a full program of classical and…

  • MassMutual Center

    Pioneer Valley

    A major venue for conventions, exhibits and big rock concerts.

  • Black Sheep Café

    Pioneer Valley

    This bustling deli cafe typically has live music four times a week, though not necessarily at night. Knock back some coffee and a bagel with some Sunday…

  • Symphony Hall

    Pioneer Valley

    This imposing edifice, resembling a Greek temple, hosts the reputable Springfield Symphony Orchestra. Acoustics are top-notch.