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Summer events in the Berkshires

With a myriad of events and activities – everything from the arts to pro wrestling – The Berkshires this summer offers a great option for getaways.

By Mark Saunders
on May 27, 2016 2:17 PM
  • Berkshire International Film Festival
June 2 – 5
Great Barrington, MA
Celebrate independent films past and present at the annual Berkshire Film Festival. The festival showcases not only independent feature, documentary, short, and family films but also panel discussions and special events focusing on the filmmakers and artists involved with these small screen masterpieces. The festival presents a unique opportunity for filmmakers, producers, directors, writers and actors to present their work and interact with each other and audiences.
www.biffma.org
 Photo: Theresa Gil And Melissa Hems
    Berkshire International Film Festival

    June 2 – 5
    Great Barrington, MA
    Celebrate independent films past and present at the annual Berkshire Film Festival. The festival showcases not only independent feature, documentary, short, and family films but also panel discussions and special events focusing on the filmmakers and artists involved with these small screen masterpieces. The festival presents a unique opportunity for filmmakers, producers, directors, writers and actors to present their work and interact with each other and audiences.
    www.biffma.org

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    Berkshire International Film Festival

    June 2 – 5
    Great Barrington, MA
    Celebrate independent films past and present at the annual Berkshire Film Festival. The festival showcases not only independent

    ... more
    Photo: Theresa Gil And Melissa Hems
    Berkshire International Film Festival June 2 – 5 Great...Photo-8425354.130208 -
  • Lee Chamber of Commerce Golf Open
June 8
Lee, MA 
Bust out your clubs and hit the greens at Lee Chamber of Commerce’s 5th annual golf open. Participants will be treated to a catered lunch and dinner from Fiddleheads Grille, and attendees will be treated to raffle prizes. Money raised from the event will benefit the Lee Chamber Scholarship Fund, which grants awards to local, graduating students.
www.leechamber.org
 Photo: Ned Gerard, Hearst Connecticut Media / Connecticut Post
    Lee Chamber of Commerce Golf Open

    June 8
    Lee, MA
    Bust out your clubs and hit the greens at Lee Chamber of Commerce’s 5th annual golf open. Participants will be treated to a catered lunch and dinner from Fiddleheads Grille, and attendees will be treated to raffle prizes. Money raised from the event will benefit the Lee Chamber Scholarship Fund, which grants awards to local, graduating students.
    www.leechamber.org

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    Lee Chamber of Commerce Golf Open

    June 8
    Lee, MA
    Bust out your clubs and hit the greens at Lee Chamber of Commerce’s 5th annual golf open. Participants will be treated to a catered lunch and dinner from

    ... more
    Photo: Ned Gerard, Hearst Connecticut Media
    Lee Chamber of Commerce Golf Open June 8 Lee, MA Bust out...Photo-9786027.130208 -
  • Berkshire Craft Beer Festival
June 11
Pittsfield, MA
The Berkshire’s biggest craft beer festival brings brews and food from local and regional vendors in a festival made for local beer lovers. In addition to craft brews, the festival will feature live music from Rev Tor Band, Cask Mouse, and T Bone Daddy, as well as a charity chug run. All proceeds from the event go toward benefiting local Pittsfield charities.
www.berkshirebeerfest.com
 Photo: Shutterstock
    Berkshire Craft Beer Festival

    June 11
    Pittsfield, MA
    The Berkshire’s biggest craft beer festival brings brews and food from local and regional vendors in a festival made for local beer lovers. In addition to craft brews, the festival will feature live music from Rev Tor Band, Cask Mouse, and T Bone Daddy, as well as a charity chug run. All proceeds from the event go toward benefiting local Pittsfield charities.
    www.berkshirebeerfest.com

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    Berkshire Craft Beer Festival

    June 11
    Pittsfield, MA
    The Berkshire’s biggest craft beer festival brings brews and food from local and regional vendors in a festival made for local beer lovers. In addition

    ... more
    Photo: Shutterstock
    Berkshire Craft Beer Festival June 11 Pittsfield, MA The...Photo-8482659.130208 -
  • Earth, Wind & Fire
June 18
Lenox, MA 
Be sure to witness musical legends Earth, Wind & Fire, the country’s seventh top-selling musical group of all-time, at Tanglewood this summer. The performance will be the band’s first at the venue since 2011.
www.bso.org Photo: Michael Putland / Getty Images / 1979 Michael Putland
    Earth, Wind & Fire

    June 18
    Lenox, MA
    Be sure to witness musical legends Earth, Wind & Fire, the country’s seventh top-selling musical group of all-time, at Tanglewood this summer. The performance will be the band’s first at the venue since 2011.
    www.bso.org

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    Earth, Wind & Fire

    June 18
    Lenox, MA
    Be sure to witness musical legends Earth, Wind & Fire, the country’s seventh top-selling musical group of all-time, at Tanglewood this summer. The performance

    ... more
    Photo: Michael Putland / Getty Images
    Earth, Wind & Fire June 18 Lenox, MA Be sure to...Photo-9395276.130208 -
  • Wild Thing Trail Run 5K/10K
June 26
Lenox, MA
The Wild Thing Trail Run will take runners through Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary to raise money for conservation and education programs throughout Berkshire County. A 5K course is great for runners or walkers, and a 10K course will give other runners a challenge. The race goes through carriage roads and single track, providing participants with a variety of elevation in both races. The first 100 participants will receive a T-shirt.
www.massaudubon.org
    Wild Thing Trail Run 5K/10K

    June 26
    Lenox, MA The Wild Thing Trail Run will take runners through Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary to raise money for conservation and education programs throughout Berkshire County. A 5K course is great for runners or walkers, and a 10K course will give other runners a challenge. The race goes through carriage roads and single track, providing participants with a variety of elevation in both races. The first 100 participants will receive a T-shirt.
    www.massaudubon.org

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    Wild Thing Trail Run 5K/10K

    June 26
    Lenox, MA The Wild Thing Trail Run will take runners through Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary to raise money for conservation and education programs throughout Berkshire

    ... more
    Wild Thing Trail Run 5K/10K June 26 Lenox, MA The Wild...Photo-10048655.130208 -
  • Bob Dylan with Mavis Staples
July 2
Lenox, MA
The Tanglewood in Lenox will welcome legendary singer and songwriter Bob Dylan with special guest Mavis Staples to Massachusetts this summer. Dylan has only performed three times at the Tanglewood, twice in 1991 and once in 1997. Tickets are going fast to be sure to get them soon.
www.bso.org Photo: CBS Photo Archive, CBS Via Getty Images
    Bob Dylan with Mavis Staples

    July 2
    Lenox, MA
    The Tanglewood in Lenox will welcome legendary singer and songwriter Bob Dylan with special guest Mavis Staples to Massachusetts this summer. Dylan has only performed three times at the Tanglewood, twice in 1991 and once in 1997. Tickets are going fast to be sure to get them soon.
    www.bso.org

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    Bob Dylan with Mavis Staples

    July 2
    Lenox, MA
    The Tanglewood in Lenox will welcome legendary singer and songwriter Bob Dylan with special guest Mavis Staples to Massachusetts this summer. Dylan has only

    ... more
    Photo: CBS Photo Archive, CBS Via Getty Images
    Bob Dylan with Mavis Staples July 2 Lenox, MA The...Photo-10128635.130208 -
  • 3rd Annual Mount Greylock Jazz Festival
July 10
Adams, MA
Enjoy six hours of jazz performances, featuring the musical stylings of The Ben Kohn Quartet, The Brian Patneaude Quartet, The Wes Brown Trio with Jill Connolly, The David Ullmann Quintet, and The Michael Benedict Quartet. Witness classic jazz vibes, bass, drums, piano, sax and vocals in this premier concert. www.bascomlodge.net Photo: Contributed Photo
    3rd Annual Mount Greylock Jazz Festival

    July 10
    Adams, MA
    Enjoy six hours of jazz performances, featuring the musical stylings of The Ben Kohn Quartet, The Brian Patneaude Quartet, The Wes Brown Trio with Jill Connolly, The David Ullmann Quintet, and The Michael Benedict Quartet. Witness classic jazz vibes, bass, drums, piano, sax and vocals in this premier concert.
     www.bascomlodge.net

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    3rd Annual Mount Greylock Jazz Festival

    July 10
    Adams, MA
    Enjoy six hours of jazz performances, featuring the musical stylings of The Ben Kohn Quartet, The Brian Patneaude Quartet, The Wes Brown Trio with

    ... more
    Photo: Contributed Photo
    3rd Annual Mount Greylock Jazz Festival July 10 Adams, MA...Photo-3039975.130208 -
  • Bennington Arts Weekend
Aug. 5 - 7
Bennington, VT
Bennington’s Arts Weekend brings together the Southern Vermont Art & Craft Festival and countless Bennington arts and crafts events over one fun-filled weekend. Enjoy gallery presentations, theater performances, museum exhibits, and dining specials throughout Bennington. 
www.betterbennington.com Photo: Julia Rosen
    Bennington Arts Weekend

    Aug. 5 - 7
    Bennington, VT
    Bennington’s Arts Weekend brings together the Southern Vermont Art & Craft Festival and countless Bennington arts and crafts events over one fun-filled weekend. Enjoy gallery presentations, theater performances, museum exhibits, and dining specials throughout Bennington.
    www.betterbennington.com

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    Bennington Arts Weekend

    Aug. 5 - 7
    Bennington, VT
    Bennington’s Arts Weekend brings together the Southern Vermont Art & Craft Festival and countless Bennington arts and crafts events over one fun-filled

    ... more
    Photo: Julia Rosen
    Bennington Arts Weekend Aug. 5 - 7 Bennington, VT...Photo-8023069.130208 -
  • 43rd Annual Berkshire Crafts Fair
Aug. 12 – 14
Great Barrington, MA
The Berkshire Crafts Fair features the work of 89 hand picked artists and their variety of offerings. Contemporary jewelry, furniture, ceramics, textiles, glassware, woodwork and other crafts will be available to attendees. Artisans from California to Florida to Maine come to feature a wide array of crafts. Proceeds benefit Monument Mountain Regional High School.
www.berkshirecraftsfair.org
 Photo: Theresa Gil And Melissa Hems
    43rd Annual Berkshire Crafts Fair

    Aug. 12 – 14
    Great Barrington, MA
    The Berkshire Crafts Fair features the work of 89 hand picked artists and their variety of offerings. Contemporary jewelry, furniture, ceramics, textiles, glassware, woodwork and other crafts will be available to attendees. Artisans from California to Florida to Maine come to feature a wide array of crafts. Proceeds benefit Monument Mountain Regional High School.
    www.berkshirecraftsfair.org

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    43rd Annual Berkshire Crafts Fair

    Aug. 12 – 14
    Great Barrington, MA
    The Berkshire Crafts Fair features the work of 89 hand picked artists and their variety of offerings. Contemporary jewelry, furniture,

    ... more
    Photo: Theresa Gil And Melissa Hems
    43rd Annual Berkshire Crafts Fair Aug. 12 – 14 Great...Photo-8425353.130208 -
  • Adonijah Bidwell’s 300th Birthday Bash
Aug. 13
Monterey, MA
Celebrate the 300th birthday of Adonijah Bidwell, the first minister of Housatonic Township, with live music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent and live auction. Proceeds benefit for the historic Bidwell House Museum.
www.bidwellhousemuseum.org Photo: Leah Millis, The Chronicle
    Adonijah Bidwell’s 300th Birthday Bash

    Aug. 13
    Monterey, MA
    Celebrate the 300th birthday of Adonijah Bidwell, the first minister of Housatonic Township, with live music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent and live auction. Proceeds benefit for the historic Bidwell House Museum.
    www.bidwellhousemuseum.org

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    Adonijah Bidwell’s 300th Birthday Bash

    Aug. 13
    Monterey, MA
    Celebrate the 300th birthday of Adonijah Bidwell, the first minister of Housatonic Township, with live music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a

    ... more
    Photo: Leah Millis, The Chronicle
    Adonijah Bidwell’s 300th Birthday Bash Aug. 13 Monterey,...Photo-10130861.130208 -
  • Wrestling Under the Stars on Tour
Aug. 26
Pittsfield, MA
Wrestling Under the Stars brings WWE Hall of Famers Matt and Jeff Hardy, Mick Foley and Jerry “The King” Lawler, and many more superstars to Pittsfield for seven exciting matches. Fans can take part in a special meet-and-greet session before the show, where fans have the opportunity to get autographs and pictures taken. The event is hosted by Northeast Wrestling and the Pittsfield Suns.
www.pittsfieldsuns.pointstreaksites.com Photo: Contributed Photo / Connecticut Post Contributed
    Wrestling Under the Stars on Tour

    Aug. 26
    Pittsfield, MA
    Wrestling Under the Stars brings WWE Hall of Famers Matt and Jeff Hardy, Mick Foley and Jerry “The King” Lawler, and many more superstars to Pittsfield for seven exciting matches. Fans can take part in a special meet-and-greet session before the show, where fans have the opportunity to get autographs and pictures taken. The event is hosted by Northeast Wrestling and the Pittsfield Suns.
    www.pittsfieldsuns.pointstreaksites.com

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    Wrestling Under the Stars on Tour

    Aug. 26
    Pittsfield, MA
    Wrestling Under the Stars brings WWE Hall of Famers Matt and Jeff Hardy, Mick Foley and Jerry “The King” Lawler, and many more superstars to

    ... more
    Photo: Contributed Photo
    Wrestling Under the Stars on Tour Aug. 26 Pittsfield, MA...Photo-1995075.130208 -
Photo: Theresa Gil And Melissa Hems
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Berkshire International Film Festival

June 2 – 5
Great Barrington, MA
Celebrate independent films past and present at the annual Berkshire Film Festival. The festival showcases not only independent feature, documentary, short, and family films but also panel discussions and special events focusing on the filmmakers and artists involved with these small screen masterpieces. The festival presents a unique opportunity for filmmakers, producers, directors, writers and actors to present their work and interact with each other and audiences.
www.biffma.org

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Berkshire International Film Festival

June 2 – 5
Great Barrington, MA
Celebrate independent films past and present at the annual Berkshire Film Festival. The festival showcases not only independent

... more
Photo: Theresa Gil And Melissa Hems
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