Arts Worcester exhibits and promotes local contemporary artists, free of charge to the public.
The Worcester Arts Council supports variety of cultural happenings through its grant allocations each year. Their calendar provides a snapshot of the activity supported with funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
Polar Park, home of the Worcester Red Sox (WooSox) hosts minor league baseball during the spring and summer months.
The local Futures Collegiate Baseball League, The Bravehearts, thrills spectators all summer at the Hanover Insurance Park located on the campus of the College of the Holy Cross.
Along with the historic Mechanics Hall and the Hanover Theatre, Worcester's DCU center is a major center for entertainment hosting events ranging from hockey games to rock concerts.
Join Worcester for its massive St. Patrick's Day Parade , which features floats, bands, color guards, clowns and boosters of Irish heritage. In true parade fashion, you'll get to see a host of local heroes including firefighters, teamsters, children, beauty queens, elected officials and revelers.
The City of Worcester's annual Independence Day celebration takes place at East Park on Shrewsbury Street with a spectacular evening of fun, patriotic music and fireworks.
Worcester's Car Shows feature days of fun featuring antique cars and hot rods.
The Worcester Italian Heritage Parade was founded by Worcester's Italian American community but has grown into a multicultural celebration.
The City of Worcester's Annual Festival of Lights takes place on the first Friday in December from 6 - 8 p.m. Festivities include several youth choral performances, the annual holiday tree lighting and opening of the public ice skating rink on the Worcester Common Oval.