View
Events
Classes
About
About NAC
Collective Members
Get Involved
News + Perspectives
Contact
Support
Events
Explore the arts
Experience a huge variety of arts and cultural events in greater Newburyport
Featured Event
Summer and Early Fall 2026: Outdoor Events!
All
Comedy
Crafts
Dance
Film
Lecture
Literary
Music
Special Events
Theater
Visual Arts
Wed
,
May 27
–
Thu
,
Apr 1
11th Annual Outdoor Sculpture Garden Exhibition: At nearly 3,000 square feet, the Range Lights Sculpture Garden resides behind the historic Newburyport Art building at 65 Water Street.
See Event Details
Thu
,
May 28
–
Sun
,
Oct 11
Museum of Old Newbury Regular Season Museum Tours (Open Thursday-Sunday)
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 2
–
Wed
,
Sep 30
Trivia Night at Michael's Harborside: Every Wednesday
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 2
–
Wed
,
Dec 30
Mindful Mending -- Join us every Wednesday and bring whatever you need to mend -- your jeans, your cuffs, your soul…We will provide sewing notions, conversation and more!
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 10
–
Thu
,
Oct 1
Grab your friends, enjoy lunch at Port Vida and paint your own ceramic planter! (Sept 10 & Oct 1)
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 11
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
Film -- "The Salt Path"
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 11
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
Film -- "Late Fame" (special screening & discussion Mon 9/14 with actor Graham Campell, a Newburyport native!)
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 12
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
25th Annual Art Auction: Online Bidding & Exhibit from September 12 to October 3 - Auction Party on Saturday October 3rd 4-8pm - Tickets available now!
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 12
–
Mon
,
Oct 5
Abstract Trio at The Grog Restaurant: Cynthia Mariano, Melaine Lamar and Bonnie Maller (through October 5th)
See Event Details
Mon
,
Sep 14
–
Mon
,
Sep 28
Big Kids Story Time with Miss Allison (Mondays Sept. 14, 21 & 28), free and open to all children ages 3-6
See Event Details
Tue
,
Sep 15
–
Tue
,
Sep 29
Tuesday Toddlers with Miss Sienna, free and open to all toddlers ages 1-2
See Event Details
Tue
,
Sep 15
–
Tue
,
Sep 29
Tuesday Babies with Miss Sienna -- Free and open for all babies under age one or not yet walking
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 16
–
Sun
,
Sep 27
Through His Eyes: Celebrating Jay McCarthy: Reception: September 19th (4-6pm)
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 16
–
Wed
,
Sep 30
Wednesday Toddlers with Miss Isa, free and open for all toddlers ages 1-2 Copy
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 16
–
Wed
,
Sep 30
Wednesday All Ages Story Time with Miss Isa, free and open for all kids ages 0-6
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
Live Music at Michael's Harborside: Gary Rogers
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
Seafaring Soiree Gala: The Custom House Maritime Museum's 3rd annual fundraising gala returns in 2026, this time to the Ipswich Country Club.
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
Classics Book Group: "The House of Mirth" by Edith Wharton, free and open to all
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
"Art That Grows": Paint Your Own Ceramic Planter
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 17
The Alex Anthony Band featuring Opener Steve Dennis
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
Thursday All Ages Story Time with Miss Allison, free and open for all kids ages 0-6
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 17
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
Thursday Toddlers with Miss Allison, free and open for all toddlers ages 1-2
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 18
–
Fri
,
Sep 18
Movie Matinee: SELENA, free and open to all
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 18
–
Fri
,
Sep 18
Comedy Night featuring Harrison Stebbins & Chris Pennie: Stebbins recently won the Sam Adam’s Best of Boston comedy competition. Pennie was a national finalist in the CMT search for the funniest comedian in the country.
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 18
–
Fri
,
Sep 25
Friday Babies with Miss Anna -- Join Miss Anna for songs, fingerplays, and stories! free and open for all children under age one or not yet walking
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 18
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
Film -- "Wild Inside" -- follows the amazing true journey of Flaco, an owl who escaped captivity to become Manhattan's most famous bird of prey! (and that's saying something)
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 18
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
Film -- "Coyote v. Acme" -- a hilarious send-up of corporate America ingeniously woven into the tale of Wile E. Coyote's search for justice!
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 19
–
Sat
,
Sep 19
Intro to Spoon Carving with Eric Goodson
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 19
–
Sat
,
Sep 19
Ramble Through the Revolution: Old Hill Burying Ground: Meet Revolutionary heroes, merchants, captains, and curious characters among Old Hill's remarkable stones and family tombs..
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 19
–
Sat
,
Sep 26
Custom House Craft Hour: Stop by for a free, guided craft hour in the museum’s Discovery Center. On Sept 19, learn to spell your name with signals flags and on Sept. 26, build and decorate a paper fishing dory.
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 19
–
Sat
,
Sep 19
Maudslay State Park Story Time -- Join us for an outdoor story time in Maudslay State Park! This program is open to the public, no registration required
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 19
–
Sat
,
Sep 19
Maudslay State Park Story Time -- enjoy outdoor story telling and take time to explore the beautiful grounds of this famous park! No registration required, free and open to all
See Event Details
Mon
,
Sep 21
–
Mon
,
Sep 21
VIRTUAL -- Summer Sourdough with Chef Kelcy -- Join Chef Kelcy from the comfort of your own kitchen for a live online cooking demonstration celebrating the versatility of sourdough! Free and open to all
See Event Details
Mon
,
Sep 21
–
Mon
,
Sep 21
Weeds: The Good and The Bad presented by Molly Janicki: You’ll learn how to identify weeds, as well as techniques and tools to help you manage them effectively. (Nock Middle School)
See Event Details
Tue
,
Sep 22
–
Tue
,
Sep 22
VIRTUAL -- Just the Facts Drop-in Non-Fiction Book Group -- "Abundance" by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson, free and open to all
See Event Details
Tue
,
Sep 22
–
Tue
,
Sep 22
Craft Corner -- Join Miss Isa and make a simple craft -- free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 23
–
Wed
,
Oct 7
Ancient Ecosystems "Antarctica": This presentation by James Sanborn is appropriate for ages 15+ and suitable for students with little to no prior knowledge on the subject. (Nock Middle School)
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 24
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
Grow Your Own Oyster Mushrooms with Heather from Little Room Mushrooms! Learn all about the growing process and leave with your own grow bag plus delicious recipes -- Free and open to all
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 24
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
"Shared Stakes: The Impact of Race and Gender on Our Lives & Planet"
See Event Details
Thu
,
Sep 24
–
Thu
,
Sep 24
NPL Kids Creativity Club: DIY Newsletters -- Join us for the inaugural meeting, where we'll learn what a newsletter is and how to make one! free and open to kids ages 8-12
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 25
–
Sun
,
Sep 27
The Newburyport Documentary Film Festival -- Widely know as "the filmmakers' film festival" -- a weekend chock-full of diverse, thought-provoking, high-caliber, and entertaining documentary films and filmmaker events!
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 25
–
Fri
,
Sep 25
Movie Matinee: SHEEP DETECTIVES, free and open to all
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 25
–
Fri
,
Sep 25
NDFF: The YES -- Young Emerging-Filmmakers Showcase -- a celebration of new and emerging filmmakers
See Event Details
Fri
,
Sep 25
–
Fri
,
Sep 25
Walking Tour: Native Americans in Newburyport: This walking tour led by John Macone will explore local evidence of Native Americans living here 11,000 years before the first Europeans arrived.
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 26
–
Sat
,
Sep 26
Full Moon Story Slam – In Their Shoes: Slam is our chance to gather as friends and share true stories from our lives. Simply put, a story slam is a competition based on the art of storytelling.
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 26
–
Sat
,
Sep 26
NDFF: Filmmakers' Roundtable -- Join the visiting filmmakers for a moderated discussion and Q&A about the art, craft and business of documentary filmmaking!
See Event Details
Sat
,
Sep 26
–
Sat
,
Sep 26
Artist Talk: The Unlaunched Cartooning Career of John Updike
See Event Details
Tue
,
Sep 29
–
Tue
,
Sep 29
Queer History Book Club -- "The Lilac People" by Milo Todd, an award-winning national best seller
See Event Details
Wed
,
Sep 30
–
Wed
,
Sep 30
"The Art of Hair" -- Learn how to create a variety of hairstyles and design hair as if you are a sculptor!
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 1
–
Thu
,
Oct 1
Oak Hill Cemetery: Artists, Painters, and Ancient Trees: Wander through Newburyport's historic 1842 Oak Hill Cemetery with noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth, a 12th-generation Newburyport native.
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 1
–
Sat
,
Oct 31
Drop in Tarot -- Learn how to read Tarot cards and try doing a reading yourself! Available all month, free and open to all
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 1
–
Thu
,
Oct 1
Book Bites Cookbook Group monthly discussion & potluck! October's cookbook: "Something From Nothing" by Alison Roman, free and open to all
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 1
–
Thu
,
Oct 29
Thursday Toddlers with Miss Allison, free and open for all toddlers ages 1-2
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 1
–
Thu
,
Oct 29
Thursday All Ages Story Time with Miss Allison, free and open for all kids ages 0-6
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 1
–
Thu
,
Nov 12
"Paint & Sip Nights" -- Unleash your creativity with a glass in hand (BYO), no previous painting experience required! (Oct 1 & 15, Nov 12)
See Event Details
Fri
,
Oct 2
–
Fri
,
Oct 2
Movie Matinee: TBD, free and open to all
See Event Details
Fri
,
Oct 2
–
Fri
,
Oct 30
Friday Babies with Miss Anna -- Join Miss Anna for songs, fingerplays, and stories! free and open for all children under age one or not yet walking
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Newburyport Chocolate Tour: Every ticket helps fund local nonprofits, so while you indulge, you're giving back. New this year is a Chocolate Market at The Tannery, to browse, taste, and shop directly from artisan chocolatiers and confectioners.
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Ablaze! A Fiery Walking History of Newburyport's Famous Conflagrations: Join local historian and author Ghlee Woodworth for a downtown walking tour through the fires - famous and infamous - that shaped Newburyport.
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Ribbon-Curl Christmas Tree Carving -- Learn to carve an elegant ribbon-curl Christmas tree from basswood using traditional hand tools -- No previous carving experience required!
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Powow River Poets Reading and Open Mic, free and open to all (Note: this program will also be available on Zoom)
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Cocktails in the Colonies: America's 250th Birthday at the Pearson Tavern: Museum of Old Newbury members-only evening, featuring colonial cocktails, live music, firelight, tavern tales, and a lively performance of "An Evening at Pearson’s Tavern"
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Mandala Dot Rock Painting For Beginners: Led by Ellen O’Donnell -- Students will use small dots of colorful paint to create their own larger, uniquely beautiful designs. (Boston North Technology Park, Bldg C, 110 Haverhill Road, Amesbury)
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Fungi Foraging in Moseley Woods: Led by Jana Harris of Essex Forays. Jana is certified in Wild Mushroom Food Safety and is a member of Boston Mycological Club. Meet at the entrance to the trailhead. Note: NOT Maudslay State Park. Registration Required
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
The Actors Studio 35th Anniversary Celebration – Concert Fundraiser Featuring special guest star- American Idol’s Jared Hanrahan (The Space at Zach Field Drum and Music, 6 Chestnut Street, Suite 119, Amesbury MA.)
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 3
–
Sat
,
Oct 3
Newburyport ArtWalk: A FREE, self-guided tour through Newburyport’s Historic District and also includes a few hidden gems just beyond downtown.
See Event Details
Mon
,
Oct 5
–
Mon
,
Oct 5
Maker Monday: Meditation Potion Bottles -- Embrace the spooky spirit of October by creating a swirling liquid meditation aid! Free and open to all
See Event Details
Mon
,
Oct 5
–
Mon
,
Oct 5
Día de los Muertos Ceramic Plate Workshop, at Port Vida Mexican Cantina!
See Event Details
Mon
,
Oct 5
–
Mon
,
Sep 28
Big Kids Story Time with Miss Allison (Mondays Oct 5, 19 & 26), free and open to all children ages 3-6
See Event Details
Mon
,
Oct 5
–
Mon
,
Oct 5
How to Buy Supermarket Coffee: Overwhelmed by the coffee aisle? With so many brands, roasts, and price points, choosing the right coffee can be confusing. This class with Rob Fitzgibbon will help you become a smarter coffee shopper.
See Event Details
Tue
,
Oct 6
–
Tue
,
Oct 6
True Crime in Salem with author Robert Fitzgibbon, who will discuss his latest book "Murder in Salem Massachusetts: The Death of Frances Cochran" -- Book sales and a signing will follow the discussion. Free and open to all
See Event Details
Tue
,
Oct 6
–
Tue
,
Oct 13
Finding the Boss of You: An Enneagram Workshop: With Adair Rowland - Registration Required - (2 sessions at Nock Middle School, NBPT)
See Event Details
Tue
,
Oct 6
–
Tue
,
Oct 27
Tuesday Toddlers with Miss Sienna, free and open to all toddlers ages 1-2
See Event Details
Tue
,
Oct 6
–
Tue
,
Oct 27
Tuesday Babies with Miss Sienna, free and open for all babies under age one or not yet walking
See Event Details
Tue
,
Oct 6
–
Tue
,
Oct 6
Drop in for some Spooky Cookies & Coloring and get in the Halloween Spirit! free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
See Event Details
Wed
,
Oct 7
–
Wed
,
Oct 7
Next Chapter Drop-in Book Group -- "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows, free and open to all, at the Senior Community Center
See Event Details
Wed
,
Oct 7
–
Wed
,
Oct 28
Wednesday Toddlers with Miss Isa, free and open for all toddlers ages 1-2
See Event Details
Wed
,
Oct 7
–
Wed
,
Oct 28
Wednesday All Ages Story Time with Miss Isa, free and open for all kids ages 0-6
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 8
–
Thu
,
Oct 8
VIRTUAL -- Get in the Spirits -- Celebrate Halloween with seasonal mocktails and dishes to get you in the spirit! Free and open to all
See Event Details
Thu
,
Oct 8
–
Sun
,
Oct 11
Madagascar KIDS: Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip-hop Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime.
See Event Details
Fri
,
Oct 9
–
Fri
,
Oct 9
Movie Matinee: TBD, free and open to all
See Event Details
Fri
,
Oct 9
–
Fri
,
Oct 9
Día De Los Muertos Ceramic Painting -- Early Release Art Program, for grades 4-8
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 10
–
Sat
,
Oct 10
Newburyport’s Revolution: Join noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth for a walk from High Street to the Waterfront: Follow Newburyport's road to revolution through merchant mansions, taverns, privateering, shipmasters, and Market Square.
See Event Details
Sat
,
Oct 10
–
Sun
,
Oct 11
Autumn Fest 2026: The Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Presents A Celebration Of Arts & Culture - Live Local Bands - Local Food Trucks and Libations Artisans and Crafters
See Event Details
Next
1 / 2
%20(1).webp)
.jpg)
.webp)
.jpg)
.webp)
.png)
.jpeg)
.webp)
