An evening with PORTLAND YOUTH PHILHARMONIC and IMANI WINDS Celebrating 100 years!  To honor their centennial celebration, the Portland Youth Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes Grammy-Winning “groundbreaking…fearless…vital” (Carnegie Hall) Imani Winds to perform Jeff Scott’s Paradise […]

The Jack Soref Trio will be celebrating the music of guitar hero Django Reinhardt, and the very special acoustic guitars which have always made his music sing. Django's virtuosic playing, […]

HISTORIC ISAIAH THOMAS AWARD RETURNS In every community there are people who unselfishly devote their time and energies to the benefit of others. They do this without expecting reward or […]

Special Guest: TAYLOR DAYNE Saturday, April 6, 2024 7:00 PM 21+ Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=204265  $40 - General Admission $75 - VIP SOLD OUT $50 - Door *VIP Ticket pricing includes access […]

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 12:00-1:00 Three talented and diverse young musicians will be showcasing their art on the historic 1864 Hook Organ at Mechanics Hall. The event will feature music […]

Every other year, NEHA hosts a Red Tie Soiree to raise funds to support our mission while also honoring and celebrating members of our community who have made a lasting […]

Join us on Thursday, April  25th,  for a spectacular night of musical performances at Beyond the Frames: A Musical Celebration! This two-hour concert celebrates the addition of our three newly […]

Join us for an afternoon of great music and conversation that erases the stigma surrounding mental illness. The program includes Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. 1, Faure Pavane, and the final […]

Joined by the New England Repertory Orchestra and professional soloists, Clark University and Mechanics Hall invite choirs from Worcester and Surrounding Areas in Central Massachusetts for a day of rehearsal […]

Presented by the Modern Mechanics Guild, a group of young professionals dedicated to innovation and enriching their community just as the original Mechanics Association did. Professional yoga instructor Bridget Vaglio […]

A night of unforgettable melodies and cinematic grandeur! Get ready to embark on an epic cinematic journey like never before! On May 4th, 2024, the Worcester Symphony Orchestra, under the […]

THE ANNUAL FLETCHER FAMILY CONCERT Directed by Chris Shepard, The Worcester Chorus is one of America’s oldest and longest-running choral ensembles. Initially delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic, their long-awaited performance […]

MARC-ANDRÉ HAMELIN “A performer of near-superhuman technical prowess” (The New York Times), pianist Marc-André Hamelin is known worldwide for his unrivaled blend of consummate musicianship and brilliant technique in the great works […]

Dr. Ted Conna Memorial Concert Featuring Timothy Terranella, Conductor, and Soloist William Ryan, Concertmaster Additional Performances by: JOMP Jazz Ensemble, Sinfonietta Strings, Clarinet Ensemble, and String Quartet Joy of Music’s original […]

Sol y Canto’s mission is to create music and performances that move, delight, excite and connect – connect the audience to the richness of Latin American culture; connect individuals, Hispanic […]

Join us for the Hope & Healing Celebration, Worcester’s premier fundraising gala to support the lifesaving work of UMass Memorial Health. The 2024 Fund-a-Need beneficiary is the UMass Memorial Children’s […]

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Featuring WGBH/WCRB’s Brian McCreath as emcee, Lawrence Isaacson as resident conductor, Stephen Bulla as guest conductor and selected Boston Symphony Orchestra and Pops brass players, the concert series will be […]

Presented by the Worcester Regional Research Bureau In 1987, when Tom Green, a distinguished civic leader, former Vice President of Norton Company, and a founder of The Research Bureau passed […]

Saturday, June 1 Doors: 3:30pm | Show: 4:00pm Theme: Lift Every Voice: Songs of Hope The Many Voices Mechanics Hall Youth Singers are thrilled to present our 2024 Spring Season […]

Join us for A Joyful Noise, a concert to benefit Neighborhood Strings, on June 6, 2024 at Mechanics Hall. The evening of sparkling music, tantalizing desserts, and libations includes a […]

Please join us for this event which features a speaking program, salutes to area businesses and a networking breakfast.  More than 200 area professionals attend. REGISTER   Salutes: 100 Years Table […]

Buy Tickets Thursday, July 20 DOORS: 6:15PM SHOW: 7:00PM “Contemporary and timeless” — NEW YORK TIMES   In two decades on the road Jeffrey Foucault has become one of the […]

Sunday, June 30 4:00PM - 11:00PM Tickets and Information

FREE ADMISSION - Registration Encouraged Wednesday, July 10 12PM - 1PM Bring your own lunch, or lunches will be available for purchase Mechanics Hall Principal Organist, Peter Krasinski will be […]

Friday, July 12 7pm - 8pm: Lesson 8pm - 11pm: Open Dance Mechanics Hall Members: FREE Nonmembers: $10 Buy Tickets Not a member? No worries, JOIN TODAY! 18+ Join Laura […]

"Anybody can write music of a sort. But touching the public heart is quite another thing." - John Philip Sousa Wednesday, July 17th 7:00 PM Students & Seniors: $10 | […]

Wednesday, July 31 12:00 PM FREE ADMISSION - Registration Encouraged This young musician will showcase his art on the historic 1864 Hook Organ at Mechanics Hall. The event will feature […]

Join Resident Organist Peter Krasinski as he shows you the inner workings of our historic E. & G.G. Hook Organ. This organ is the oldest organ in the Western Hemisphere […]

TAKE3 Seamlessly merging hits from Elvis and the Beatles to Bach and Beethoven, TAKE3 lives at the intersection where pop, rock and classical fusion collide. Described by audience goers as a mini–Trans […]

Saturday, August 17, 2024 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Doors open at 5pm) Buy Tickets   The pageant is produced by Pride Worcester. The pageant aims to showcase the diversity […]

Cecily DeMarco will showcase her art on the historic 1864 Hook Organ at Mechanics Hall. The event will feature music composed specifically for the organ, as well as orchestral pieces […]

The Queer Met Gala of Massachusetts is back! Tickets for #QueerAF2024 are finally here - get yours today. This year’s theme is “I’m with the Banned.” Our books won’t be […]

Come let’s dance to rich highlife, hiplife, and afro beats at Mechanics Hall with live performances from Amerado, Sista Afia, Ofori Amponsah and others. New England Ghana Festival (NEGFEST) 2024 […]

Join Laura Leones of Fiesta Dance Company of Westborough. Laura will give instruction in Salsa and Bachata from 7:00-8:00 and then the dance floor of our beautiful Great Hall will […]

Tuesday, September 17 7pm-9pm Ages 16 and up Painting: Worcester Skyline (Photo coming soon!) Join Mechanic Hall’s own Jessica Bode as you are guided through the steps to create your […]

Beyond the Frames: A Series in Jazz features three performances that, through jazz, musically illuminate the remarkable lives and legacies of Sojourner Truth, William and Martha Brown, and Frederick Douglass, […]

We're proud to present the 2024 Mechanics Hall Celebration of Excellence and 181st Annual Meeting of the Worcester County Mechanics Association, featuring Master Mechanic Award presentations to Gloria D. Hall […]

WBJ’s 25th Annual 40 Under Forty Awards is a celebration of the rising young leaders from throughout Central Massachusetts. Since 1999 WBJ has recognized over 900 high achieving men and […]

Registration & More Information Jeff Greene was born in 1954 in Worcester, Massachusetts. His father ran a business selling used textile machinery and his mother was a religious school teacher. […]

Harshitha Krishnan is a Grammy nominated performing and recording artist, music educator, and social justice advocate of Indian origin from Lagos, Nigeria. Hailing from a strong background in western classical […]

George Gershwin premiered his “Rhapsody in Blue” 100 years ago, in 1924. His innovative work provides a jazzy showcase for piano soloist Father Sean Duggan, who last appeared with the […]

Beyond the Frames: A Series in Jazz features three performances that, through jazz, musically illuminate the remarkable lives and legacies of Sojourner Truth, William and Martha Brown, and Frederick Douglass, […]

Join Laura Leones of Fiesta Dance Company of Westborough. Laura will give instruction in Salsa and Bachata from 7:00-8:00 and then the dance floor of our beautiful Great Hall will […]

A free educational program offered to 5th and 6th grade students Working with cultural and educational partners, Mechanics Hall brings enriching history, cultural, and performance experiences to children through a […]

Blending classic soul power with a folk songwriter lyricism, New England’s Ali McGuirk has the rare ability to silence a room with just a few words of a song. With […]

In today's rapidly evolving global economy, the need for a skilled workforce has never been more critical. Access to workforce is essential to maintain competitive advantage and ensure sustainable growth […]

Philip Glass Ensemble The Philip Glass Ensemble (PGE) comprises the principal performers of the music of Philip Glass. In 1968, Glass founded the PGE in New York City as a […]

Experience the Fall Concert of the Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers, marking their third season. 

A lovely evening of hot finger food and conversation with friends, supporters and WYO families celebrating the start of WYO's 77th Season. Hosted by the WYO Board of Dirctors, we […]

Beyond the Frames: A Series in Jazz features three performances that, through jazz, musically illuminate the remarkable lives and legacies of Sojourner Truth, William and Martha Brown, and Frederick Douglass, […]

For the first THE COMPLETE BACH presentation of our 2024-2025 Season, Hartford’s premiere professional choir CONCORA (Connecticut Choral Artists), directed by Chris Shepard, will perform three of Bach’s cantatas in […]

BACHtoberfest 2024 Free entry, RSVP required Register For THE COMPLETE BACH’s inaugural organ performance, international sonic artist Peter Krasinski will be presenting “Th Expanded Bach “– a multimedia immersive experience […]

The youngest cellist ever to win First Prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition, Zlatomir Fung is poised to become one of the preeminent cellists of our time. Astounding audiences with his boundless […]

Be part of THE COMPLETE BACH series by joining our BACHtoberfest Choir! This collaborative choral performance featuring The Worcester Children’s Chorus will offer our audience the opportunity to hear a consortium […]

The Women’s Initiative hosts annual fundraising and member events to drive awareness of our philanthropic and leadership group, highlight our support of adolescent girls, and raise funds to increase our […]

Join Laura Leones of Fiesta Dance Company of Westborough. Laura will give instruction in Salsa and Bachata from 7:00-8:00 and then the dance floor of our beautiful Great Hall will […]

The ACE Gala marks a night to celebrate all we have accomplished together since 2006 as we look forward to an even brighter future.

The Idea Swap is the annual event for New England-based nonprofit cultural organizations and touring artists to network and share ideas for touring projects. This year, we will convene back at Mechanics Hall in Worcester, MA. 

Admission: Free & Open to the Public Time: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon Audience: All Ages Jazz violin and vocalist. Born and educated in Japan, Tomoko Iwamoto majored in electrical […]

The incredible talent and wit of Nellie McKay returns to Club 321! “Thanks to (McKay), the Great American Songbook has a living, breathing present as well as a glorious past” […]

Warren Miller is going big for 75 years! Stacked with unbelievable action and unexpected stories, Warren Miller’s 75 will bring fans to powder stashes and chutes around the world, from […]

Saturday November 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM, the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra comes to Mechanics Hall to perform their greatest hits, including “In The Mood”, “Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “American […]

Maxim Vengerov Universally hailed as one of the world’s finest musicians, and often referred to as the greatest living string player in the world today, Grammy Award winner Maxim Vengerov […]

Admission: Free & Open to the Public Time: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon Audience: All Ages Trío Búho is a latin jazz group featuring pianist José Soto, bassist Greg Loughman, […]

MABE is turning 50 years! You are cordially invited to register for MABE’s 50th Birthday Celebration. Come honor bilingual education’s past, present, and future with us! Dance to live music […]

The WY Jazz Program is pleased to host the Empire State Youth Jazz Orchestra for an afternoon jazz exchange concert! Each ensemble will perform their own selections and conclude with […]

Sunday, November 24, 2024 Buy Tickets $17 General Admission $12 Seniors, Student & Alumnae Admission Boston Conservatory Orchestra, conducted by Bruce Hangen, highlights an array of Italian composers from throughout […]

Join the Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery (MOAR) as they host their 19th Annual Holiday Celebration. Buy Tickets Admission is Free

Admission: Free & Open to the Public Time: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon Audience: All Ages Contemporary Soul/Jazz. One of the hottest and most soulful saxophonists to be based in […]

Join us for an unforgettable End-of-the-Year Recognition Celebration hosted by The Latin American Business Organization (LABO)! We warmly invite all LABO members, local businesses, and community leaders to come together […]

The Worcester Chorus Directed by Chris Shepard, The Worcester Chorus is one of America’s oldest and longest-running choral ensembles. Attending their annual performance of Handel’s Messiah at historic Mechanics Hall on the […]

The Holiday Royal tea is BACK at Mechanics Hall, and it's going to be the best one yet!

Admission: Free & Open to the Public Time: Doors 11:30am | Show Noon Audience: All Ages This annual holiday concert serves up the spirit of the season in a big […]

Michelle Willson is known as Evil Gal to blues lovers around the globe. "It is impossible not to be moved by this performer...with her lush, sultry & robust voice, Willson […]

Celebrate the season in style at Adelante Worcester's 15th Anniversary Parrandón! Fiesta Navideña! Holiday Celebration. You're cordially invited to Adelante Worcester’s 15th Anniversary Parrandón! Fiesta Navideña on Friday, December 13, 2024, from 7 PM […]

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Wednesday, December 18th 12:00PM - 1:00PM FREE ADMISSION -- Eventbrite Registration (Optional) Mechanics Hall Principal Organist Peter Krasinski leads a festive musical program to celebrate the season of light, featuring […]

“The newest Worcester tradition!” Join Cara Brindisi and friends in the Great Hall to celebrate the longest night of the year, as we welcome winter & the holidays with warmth, light, and music!

WYO features young musicians from over 60 towns and 72 schools in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island representing the finest talent from public, private and community music school programs. The […]

The seven-time Grammy-winning Paul Winter Consort, with beloved vocalist Theresa Thomason, will present the timeless music of their legendary Winter Solstice Celebration, in a joyous and profound celebration of this […]

Everyone's favorite comedian Bob Marley is back at Mechanics Hall

Everyone's favorite comedian Bob Marley is back at Mechanics Hall

Reflections in Words and Music The Annual Arthur M. & Martha R. Pappas Foundation Concert The special event with Yo-Yo Ma pairs repertoire from the center of his musical firmament […]

Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass - The Annual Stoddard Concert The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America’s premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup […]