Amherst Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Amherst, MA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Amherst throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 49 Upcoming Events
- 4 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 49
- sports 32
- concerts 13
- Live Shows 3
- comedy 1
- This Weekend 4
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Amherst events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Amherst Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Amherst
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 49
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: UMass Minutemen Men's Hockey vs. Boston College Eagles at Mullins Center,
200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $34, Tickets Available: 42. Select Seats - Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK: The Bones of J.R. Jones at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $38, 21 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Bailen - Band at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $43, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun — COUNTRY / FOLK, Weekend Event: Jack Blocker at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $35, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: UMass Minutemen vs. Bryant Bulldogs at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $10, Avg. price ~ $36, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 18, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, High Demand: UMass Minutemen vs. Akron Zips at Warren Mcguirk Alumni Stadium, One Stadium Drive, Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $15, Avg. price ~ $81, Tickets Available: 83. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Best Value: UMass Minutemen Men's Hockey vs. Providence Friars at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $6, Avg. price ~ $17, Tickets Available: 146. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — JAZZ / BLUES: Bria Skonberg at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $46, Avg. price ~ $65, 14 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: UMass Minutemen vs. Maine Black Bears at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $50, 17 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Jake Klar at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $35, 17 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 4:00 PM Sun — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Jiayan Sun at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $73, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 23, 2026, 7:00 PM Mon — Concert, High Demand, Pay Later Available: The Songs of Dolly Parton at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $190, Avg. price ~ $219, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 24, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — Concert: The Songs of Dolly Parton at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $81, Avg. price ~ $94, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — Concert, High Demand, Weekend Event: Minstrels in the Gallery at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $107, 19 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: UMass Minutemen vs. Loyola Chicago Ramblers at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $53, 27 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: UMass Minutemen Men's Hockey vs. Northeastern Huskies at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $8, Avg. price ~ $33, Tickets Available: 142. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: UMass Minutemen Men's Hockey vs. Northeastern Huskies at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $15, Avg. price ~ $50, Tickets Available: 157. Select Seats
- Dec 08, 2026, 8:00 PM Tue — REGGAE / REGGAETON: Mihali at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $42, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 09, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: UMass Minutemen Basketball vs. Western Michigan Broncos at Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003, US. From $15, Avg. price ~ $51, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Dec 09, 2026, 8:00 PM Wed — POP / ROCK: The LeeVees at The Drake - Amherst, 44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $34, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Amherst Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Amherst events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
UMass Minutemen Hockey
200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003
Upcoming Events: 21
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
The Bones of J.R. Jones
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 9
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Bailen - Band
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 6
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Jack Blocker
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 15, 2026 8:00 PM
UMass Minutemen Basketball
200 Commonwealth Ave., Amherst, MA 01003
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 17, 2026 7:00 PM
UMass Minutemen Football
One Stadium Drive, Amherst, MA 01003
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 18, 2026 7:00 PM
Bria Skonberg
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 10
Nov 19, 2026 8:00 PM
Jake Klar
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 21, 2026 8:00 PM
Jiayan Sun
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 22, 2026 4:00 PM
The Songs of Dolly Parton
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 23, 2026 7:00 PM
Minstrels in the Gallery
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 28, 2026 8:00 PM
Mihali
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 14
Dec 08, 2026 8:00 PM
The LeeVees
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 4
Dec 09, 2026 8:00 PM
Freddie Bryant
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 10, 2026 8:00 PM
King Tuff
44 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
Upcoming Events: 3
Dec 12, 2026 8:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Amherst. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Amherst right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Amherst rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Amherst?
Yeah — Amherst doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Amherst?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Amherst, MA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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About American Arenas®
American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.