Worcester Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Worcester, MA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Worcester 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.
- 164 Upcoming Events
- 5 Events This Weekend
- 10 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 164
- sports 48
- concerts 34
- broadway 36
- Live Shows 78
- comedy 7
- family 13
- This Weekend 5
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Worcester events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Worcester Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Worcester
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 164
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — HARD ROCK / METAL: Imminence & Dying Wish at Worcester Palladium • 2160 seats,
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $77, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Nov 14, 2026, 10:00 AM Sat — OTHER, Weekend Event: The Harvest Cup - Saturday at DCU Center • 14800 seats, 50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $38, Avg. price ~ $45, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Villanova Wildcats at Fitton Football Stadium, 1 College Street, Worcester, MA 01610, US. From $15, Avg. price ~ $46, Tickets Available: 75. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Bert Kreischer at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts • 2300 seats, 554 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $123, Avg. price ~ $463, 15 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: The Maine at Worcester Palladium • 2160 seats, 261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $73, Avg. price ~ $99, 26 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 6:30 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Pain Of Truth at Worcester Palladium - Upstairs • 500 seats, 261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $69, 21 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Fordham Rams at Fitton Football Stadium, 1 College Street, Worcester, MA 01610, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $35, 29 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Glenn Miller Orchestra at Mechanics Hall - Worcester, 321 West Main St., Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $82, Avg. price ~ $99, 15 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 3:30 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Whitechapel at Worcester Palladium • 2160 seats, 261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $288, Avg. price ~ $434, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 3:05 PM Sun — ECHL, Weekend Event: Worcester Railers vs. Reading Royals at DCU Center • 14800 seats, 50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $54, Tickets Available: 2355. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Rival Sons at Worcester Palladium • 2160 seats, 261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 48. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Fri — BALLET: The Nutcracker at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts • 2300 seats, 554 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $82, Avg. price ~ $269, Tickets Available: 123. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Air Force Falcons at Hart Recreation Center, 1 College St., Worcester, MA 01610, US. From $24, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET: The Nutcracker at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts • 2300 seats, 554 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $59, Avg. price ~ $237, Tickets Available: 171. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — HARD ROCK / METAL: Dragonforce at Worcester Palladium • 2160 seats, 261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK: Houston Bernard Band at Off The Rails Music Venue, 90 Commercial Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $42, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts • 2300 seats, 554 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $239, Tickets Available: 126. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, High Demand, Weekend Event: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at DCU Center • 14800 seats, 50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $193, Tickets Available: 2841. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 5:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Air Force Falcons at Hart Recreation Center, 1 College St., Worcester, MA 01610, US. From $11, Avg. price ~ $30, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: State Champs at Worcester Palladium • 2160 seats, 261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $110, Tickets Available: 46. Select Seats
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Worcester Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Worcester events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Imminence
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 21
Nov 13, 2026 7:30 PM
The Harvest Cup
50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 14, 2026 10:00 AM
Holy Cross Crusaders Football
1 College Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 14, 2026 12:00 PM
Bert Kreischer
554 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 10
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
The Maine
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 14, 2026 7:30 PM
Pain Of Truth
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 7
Nov 20, 2026 6:30 PM
Glenn Miller Orchestra
321 West Main St., Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 31
Nov 21, 2026 3:00 PM
Whitechapel
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 21, 2026 3:30 PM
Worcester Railers
50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 63
Nov 22, 2026 3:05 PM
Rival Sons
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 13
Nov 22, 2026 8:00 PM
The Nutcracker
554 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 2174
Nov 27, 2026 2:00 PM
Dragonforce
261 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 21
Nov 27, 2026 7:00 PM
Holy Cross Crusaders Hockey
1 College St., Worcester, MA 01610
Upcoming Events: 25
Nov 27, 2026 7:00 PM
Houston Bernard Band
90 Commercial Street, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 27, 2026 8:00 PM
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
50 Foster St, Worcester, MA 01608
Upcoming Events: 95
Nov 28, 2026 3:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Worcester. 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 Worcester right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Worcester 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 Worcester?
Yeah — Worcester 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 Worcester?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Worcester, 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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