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11 Great Ways to Spend the Next 11 Sundays in Worcester (you know, until football starts again)

By TWIW Staff | June 21, 2019
Last Updated: February 2, 2021

WORCESTER – Eleven weeks until a collective sigh of relief calms over New England.

On Sept. 8, Tom Brady and the New England Patriots kickoff their 2019 season on Sunday Night Football against the rival Pittsburgh Steelers.

Until then, we wait. 

In the meantime, ThisWeekinWorcester.com has compiled a list of 11 great activities and events happening in and around Worcester to help occupy your football-absent mind. 

Check out the list of 11 ways to spend your Sundays until football season starts in New England:

June 23, 2019

Worcester Bravehearts vs North Shore Navigators (Zoo Day feat. The Zooperstars)

The Worcester Bravehearts welcome Southwick’s Zoo and the Zooperstars to a kid-friendly ball game on Kids Club Sunday at The Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field. Hang out with Roger “Clamens,” Tim “Tebull,” “LeBronco James,” and Worcester’s favorite baseball team.

For tickets and more information, visit http://wb1.glitnirticketing.com/wbticket/web/stadiumg.php?event_id=51&status_id=2&refresh=&refresh=

 

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June 30, 2019

Art in the Park

Take an audio tour through this outdoor exhibit, featured at Elm Park. The show includes works by artists from around New England and Central MA, as well as by students from the Worcester Public Schools. Art in the Park debuted in 2008, and thanks to a grant from the Worcester Arts Council, is free to the public to view.

For more information, visit http://artintheparkworcesterma.org/AIPW_home.html

 

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July 7, 2019

Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra Salute To Disney

This family-friendly event is being hosted by the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra in Institute Park at 7 p.m. The concert will feature selections from classic Disney films, as well as newer productions like Moana. Bring a blanket and enjoy the music!

For more information, visit ttp://www.masymphony.org/mso/Concerts.html

 

July 14, 2019

Sad Summer Festival at the Palladium

This outdoor concert isn’t as sad as it sounds! The Palladium hosts Worcester’s own Four Year Strong, alongside The Maine, Mayday Parade, State Champs and others, for a day-long event guaranteed to have you singing and dancing along.

For tickets and more information, visit https://www.thepalladium.net/event/1842689-sad-summer-festival-worcester/

 

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July 21, 2019

Nourished Festival

This specialty diet festival, sponsored by freedom foods and Paleo Magazine, comes to the DCU Center in Worcester! Visit exhibitors catering to nut-free, gluten-free, keto, paleo, and plant-based diets.

For tickets and more information, visit https://nourishedfestival.com/expos/worcester#exhibitors

https://nourishedfestival.com/expos/worcester

 

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July 28, 2019

Scotty McCreery at Indian Ranch

Ready for a blast from the past? Head out to Indian Ranch to hear season-10 American Idol winner Scotty McCreery play his biggest hits alongside material from his latest album, Seasons Change.

For more information, visit https://www.worcestertheatre.com/theaters/indian-ranch/scotty-mccreery.php

 

August 4, 2019

WAAF Presents: Killswitch Engage and Clutch

Get ready to bang your head when the Palladium hosts Killswitch Engage, Clutch, and All That Remains in what’s sure to be a high-energy showcase of old and new material. This is an all-ages outdoor event.  

For tickets and more information, visit https://www.thepalladium.net/event/1861823-killswitch-engage-clutch-worcester/

 

August 11, 2019

Worcester World Cup 2019

Established in 2006 by Cultural Exchange Through Soccer, a program run by Elm Park Community School, this event brings together the diverse cultures of Worcester in a weekend-long, single-elimination soccer tournament hosted at Commerce Bank Field at Foley Stadium. This can’t-miss event draws thousands of spectators across three days and last year featured 19 teams representing 17 nations.

For more information, visit https://allevents.in/mobile/amp-event.php?event_id=200017291863222

 

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August 18, 2019

Hand-hammered Copper Bowls with Amanda Barker

Learn to form a finished copper bowl from raw sheets of metal using only your hands, a hammer, and a tree stump! Wear closed toed shoes, non flammable clothing, and bring earplugs. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves, take off your jewelry, tie back your hair and get hammering!

For tickets and more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hand-hammered-copper-bowls-with-amanda-barker-81819-tickets-62012531150

 

August 25, 2019

Psychic Medium Matt Fraser LIVE in Worcester

Have a taste for the occult? Internationally renowned psychic Matt Fraser, author of The Secrets to Unlocking Your Psychic Ability, carries on the family tradition of his late grandmother and uses his unique gifts as a medium to connect you with loved ones from the Other Side. This event, at Mechanics Hall in Worcester, is sure to inspire.

For tickets and more information, visit https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1845364-psychic-medium-matt-fraser-worcester/

 

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September 1, 2019

Geocaching 101 at Blackstone Heritage Visitor Center

Come one, come all, come and learn the basics of Geocaching at the Blackstone Heritage Corridor Visitor Center. Families are welcome and encouraged to explore the outdoors in this GPS-aided treasure hunt. No prior experience geocaching is necessary to enjoy this event.

For more information, visit https://blackstoneheritagecorridor.org/event/geocaching-101/


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