Mechanics Hall is the premier event venue and concert hall in Central Massachusetts.
Brown Bag Concert Series: Fall 2025
Free and Open to the Public
The Brown Bag Concert Series, presented by Mechanics Hall and 90.5 FM WICN, has been a beloved tradition in Worcester since 1983. These hour-long concerts by acclaimed regional and national performers are held in the Great Hall on select Wednesdays from noon to 1pm. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch, or purchase a treat at our concession stand and enjoy wonderful music while eating your lunch! Cabaret-style seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. All concerts are free, open to the public, and subject to change.
The accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. Please note, there is no elevator access to the balcony. All concerts take place in the Great Hall on the third floor. If you need assistance, please contact Mechanics Hall at 508-752-5608.
Whenever possible, Brown Bag Concerts are also broadcast live on WICN 90.5FM, and streamed live on WICN.org.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Tickets: Free -- Open to the Public
Time: Doors 11:30am | Show 12:00pm
Audience: All Ages
Upcoming Events
Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert featuring Jazz Streams
Join us for a Brown Bag Concert featuring Jazz Streams, a talented ensemble known for their blend of mainstream and contemporary jazz. Featuring trombonist Rich Ardizzone, guitarist Rich Falco, bassist Jerry Wilfong, and drummer Bill MacGillivray.
Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert: U.S. Navy Band Northeast with New England Conservatory Symphonic Winds and Chamber Singers
Established in 1974 and based on board Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island, Navy Band Northeast is one of 11 official U.S. Navy bands worldwide. Under the operational command of President, U.S. Naval War College, Navy Band Northeast inspires patriotism, elevates esprit de corps, enhances Navy awareness and public relations, supports recruiting and retention efforts, preserves the nation’s musical heritage, and projects a positive image of the Navy.
Past Events
Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert featuring 2Slick
Admission: Free & Open to the Public Time: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon Audience: All Ages Artist: 2Slick The captivating sound of trombones takes center stage in this extraordinary jazz ensemble. Featuring the talents of…
Fall 2025 Brown Bag Concert featuring The Dan Moretti Quartet
Admission: Free & Open to the Public Time: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon Audience: All Ages Artist: The Dan Moretti Quartet Join us for a lively lunchtime performance featuring Dan Moretti "Latin to Swing and…
Brown Bag Concert Series Archive
Recognizing the historical significance of nearly 40 years of the Brown Bag Concert Series, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has documented the history of the series in its Jazz History Database. The database includes information from 1989-2008.
“Studio 3,” a half-hour music and interview television program featuring some of the best jazz groups in New England and beyond, was taped between 1993 and 2000 before live audiences in the studios of WGMC-TV3 or on location, including Brown Bag concerts at Mechanics Hall. All shows were produced and hosted by jazz vocalist Toni Ballard, with production support from Greater Media Cable, and aired from 1993 to 2003 on WGMC-TV3. The WPI Jazz History Database includes Studio 3 videos.
Brown Bag Concert Series | Spring 2019
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