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.
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
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
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
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
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