BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mechanics Hall - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mechanicshall.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mechanics Hall REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T163000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260626T144128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T172324Z UID:16543-1791126000-1791131400@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:Many Voices: Discover Mechanics Hall DESCRIPTION:Many Voices: Discover Mechanics Hall\nWhere Every Voice Belongs.\nOctober 4 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm\nDiscover Mechanics Hall\nSunday\, October 4\, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM\nFree – All are welcome \nPresented by Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers \n\nJoin Many Voices: Mechanics Hall Youth Singers for Discover Mechanics Hall\, a free family-friendly afternoon for new and returning singers in grades 4–8. Through music\, hands-on activities\, and live demonstrations\, families will explore the musical world of Mechanics Hall while discovering what makes Many Voices a welcoming place to grow\, learn\, and belong.\n \nFamilies will have the opportunity to meet the Many Voices team\, learn about the upcoming season\, ask questions\, and complete registration on site. Youth will also be invited to take part in a welcoming singing activity and experience the excitement of raising their voices in Mechanics Hall.\n\n \n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n Welcome and multimedia introduction to Mechanics Hall\n Explore hands-on music activities\, including rhythm and instrument experiences\n Experience the magnificent Worcester Organ in the Great Hall\n Sing alongside current Many Voices members during an interactive vocal activity\n Add your voice to our Many Voices community display\n Meet current singers\, families\, and staff\n Learn about the upcoming season and register on site\n Gather for a group photo on the Great Hall stage\n\nMany Voices is a free\, inclusive youth choir program for students in grades 4–8 from across Worcester County. No previous singing experience is required. Students only need a love of music\, curiosity\, and a willingness to be part of a welcoming community.\n \nCome discover Many Voices\, experience Mechanics Hall\, and take the first step toward an exciting season of singing\, friendship\, and community.\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n test 1TT8_1781TT8_1967TT8_1495TT8_1644TT8_1532 (1)TT8_1828 (1)TT8_1732TT8_1580TT8_1865 URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/discovermechanicshall26/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States CATEGORIES:Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MVYS-DD-900-X-500.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T113000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260610T133852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T133852Z UID:16317-1791280800-1791286200@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:Portraits Gallery & History of the Hall DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Mechanics Hall\, Worcester’s treasured landmark and architectural gem. Internationally recognized for its superb acoustics and breathtaking beauty\, Mechanics Hall is one of the world’s great concert halls and a premier venue for performances\, recordings\, weddings\, business events\, and more. \nThe accessible entrance is located on Waldo Street\, with elevators available in the ground-floor lobby for access to all levels. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall Monday through Friday\, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM\, at 508-752-5608. \nMechanics Hall\, built in 1857\, is owned and operated by the Worcester County Mechanics Association (est. 1842) and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore its rich history and hear the magnificent 1864 Hook Organ in action! \n\n10:00 am – 11:30 pm \n$10 \nMechanics Hall Members FREE with your code at checkout!\n\nCapacity is very limited\, so reserve tickets today! URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/portraits-gallery-history-of-the-hall-4/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/MHOutsidePics_04_2024-12-13-2-scaled-e1741282038422.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T213000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260721T131136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T193317Z UID:16841-1791480600-1791495000@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:The 2026 Harvey Ball DESCRIPTION:The Harvey Ball is the Worcester event of the year! The Museum of Worcester is pleased to recognize this year’s Smile Award Recipient Bill Wallace.\n\nThe Museum of Worcester is proud to honor the legacy of Harvey Ball and this year’s Smile Award Recipient Bill Wallace – a builder of cultural bridges\, a convener of community\, and a tireless advocate for the power of the humanities to educate\, empower\, and inspire. For nearly 50 years\, Bill served as the Executive Director of the Museum of Worcester. On October 8\, the City of Worcester and beyond will gather to honor Bill for the role he has played collecting\, preserving\, and sharing our Worcester stories for the past half century.  The impact of his passion and commitment to Worcester will continue to illuminate the community for years to come! \n\n \n$150\nPlease note that ticket sales end on September 30th at 11:59pm \n\n \nAccessible Entrance\nThe barrier-free entrance to the Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. There is no elevator access to the Great Hall balcony. \nAccessible Halls\nAll of our halls are wheelchair-accessible\, where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request wheelchair-seat locations when ordering tickets.  The Great Hall balcony is not wheel-chair accessible. URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/2026harveyball/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Website-Graphic-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T230000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260626T144640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T144640Z UID:16546-1791653400-1791673200@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:GALA'26: We Persist – 10th Annual Gala DESCRIPTION:Join LGBT Asylum Task Force on Saturday\, October 10\, 2026 from 5:30—11pm for an evening of fundraising\, community\, and meaningful resistance alongside asylum seekers\, volunteers\, and supporters under the theme\, We Persist. \nTickets and More Information URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/gala26-we-persist-10th-annual-gala/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/LGBT-ASYLUM-900-X-500.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T200000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260626T144933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T142336Z UID:16549-1791997200-1792008000@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY: Strategies for Children 25th Anniversary DESCRIPTION:Strategies for Children leads the way towards meaningful change in early childhood systems across Massachusetts by connecting people to people\, people to policy\, and people to power. \nWe’re celebrating 25 years and we invite you to join us for an evening with Strategies for Children featuring a reception and DANCE PARTY on Wednesday\, October 14 from 5pm to 8pm at Mechanics Hall in Worcester\, MA. \nEveryone is welcome! Register today. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/25-years-of-strategies-for-children-connecting-people-to-people-tickets-1992440743900 URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/strategies-for-children-25th-anniversary/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/strategies-fr-children-25-900-x-500-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260630T173036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T142843Z UID:16587-1792179000-1792179000@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:The Knights and Emanuel Ax DESCRIPTION:Tickets are sold exclusively through Music Worcester  \nClick here to purchase online\, or call 508-754-3231\n\nThe 2026-2027 Season kicks off with a performance of Mozart concertos by the legendary Emanuel Ax and The Knights chamber orchestra. Ax is routinely included on any list of the country’s best classical pianists\, while The Knights are an adventurous group of musicians\, who have been called the future of classical music in America. \nTogether\, they deliver a program that features two Mozart piano concertos – No. 17 in G Major\, and No. 25 in C Major\, plus and an overture by Joseph Bologne\, Chevalier de Saint-Georges\, a French composer of African descent from the early Classical Era. Enjoy the levity of French Classical music (ornamentation\, color\, decadence) alongside Mozart’s willingness to stick by\, yet stylize the rules.  \nProgram\nJoseph Bologne\, Chevalier de Saint-Georges – Overture to L’amant anonyme\nW.A. Mozart – Piano Concerto No. 17 in G major\, K. 453\nW.A. Mozart – Piano Concerto No. 25 in C major\, K. 503 \nPlease note: program\, venue\, time\, and artist are subject to change. URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/the-knights-and-emanuel-ax/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/900x500-10.16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T210000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260622T162146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T192402Z UID:16456-1792695600-1792702800@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:Greg Piccolo & Heavy Juice DESCRIPTION:Artist: Greg Piccolo\nA special event in partnership with 90.5 WICN’s Brian Barlow Series\n\nJoin us at Club 321 for an unforgettable night with blues and R&B legend Greg Piccolo. \nWith a career spanning more than six decades\, Greg Piccolo has helped define the sound of American rhythm & blues with his unmistakable tenor saxophone tone and powerhouse vocals—evoking the golden era when “sax was king.” From forming his first band at just 13 in Westerly\, Rhode Island\, to becoming one of the most respected voices in the genre\, Piccolo has spent a lifetime dedicated to groove\, grit\, and timeless musical storytelling. \nAs a longtime leader and key creative force behind the acclaimed Roomful of Blues\, he helped shape the band’s signature horn-driven sound\, leading them to international recognition\, Grammy nominations\, and worldwide touring success over a celebrated 25-year run. In 1994\, he launched Heavy Juice\, a more intimate and flexible project that opened the door to deeper artistic exploration. Since then\, Greg has continued to tour\, record\, and evolve—delivering music rooted in tradition but alive with energy and swing. \nThis Club 321 performance is a rare chance to experience a true master of blues and R&B in an intimate setting. Expect big tone\, deep groove\, and a night of music that moves from the first note to the last. \n\nExperience a different side of Mechanics Hall\, in our intimate Washburn Hall\, transformed one Thursday night a month into your favorite club. Come sip handcrafted drinks from our full bar\, and enjoy cabaret-style seating. An unforgettable evening in the heart of downtown Worcester!  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\n \nGeneral Admission Tickets: $30\nVIP Ticket: $50\nEnhance your Club 321 evening with premium reserved table seating and one complimentary drink per ticket. Enjoy the best views of the performance while relaxing in one of Worcester’s most unique listening room. VIP Ticket and Drink Ticket can be picked up at Will Call on the night of the performance\, beginning at 6:15PM.\n \nMechanics Hall Members: 10% discount off single ticket \nTime: Doors 6:15pm | Show 7:00pm \nCash bar and refreshments available for purchase \n\nThis event is eligible for discounted tickets under the Card to Culture Program\nShow MoreMechanics Hall is proud to participate in the Card to Culture program through the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Limited number of tickets available\, limit of 2 per order. Use promo code CARD2CULTURE321 to redeem. For eligibility requirements\, please see Mechanicshall.org/cardtoculture Free tickets also available through Vettix.org\nShow More VetTix is an organization that provides tickets to events which reduce stress\, strengthen family bonds\, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. To obtain tickets\, please contact VetTix directly. \n\nMechanics Hall is walking distance from all downtown locations. 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. All concerts take place in Washburn Hall on the second floor. If you need assistance\, please contact us by calling 508-752-5608. URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/gregpiccolo/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States CATEGORIES:Card to Culture,Club321 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/greg-piccolo-900-x-500-321.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260630T173255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T142939Z UID:16606-1792944000-1792944000@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:BACHtoberfest Choir 2026 DESCRIPTION:Tickets are sold exclusively through Music Worcester  \nClick here to purchase online\, or call 508-754-3231 \n\n\n\n\n\nPart of BACHtoberfest Weekend\nIndividual singers from across the region and country\, plus members of the Hartford Chorale gather in Worcester for the third-annual choir performance to conclude the 2026 BACHtoberfest Weekend. The BACHtoberfest Choir assembles for this concert annually\, rehearsing a series of J.S. Bach’s cantatas together over the course of the weekend prior to the culminating concert on Sunday afternoon.  \nThis ensemble aims to unite voices from everywhere in song\, with a shared passion for the music of J.S. Bach. \nLearn more about joining this year’s BACHtoberfest Choir. \nProgram\n\n\nWie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern\, BWV 1 \n\n\nGott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild\, BWV 79 \nNun danket alle Gott\, BWV 192 \nGleichwie der Regen und Schnee vom Himmel fällt\, BWV 18* \n  \n*Performed by the Hartford Chorale. All other cantatas performed by the BACHtoberfest Choir and the Hartford Chorale \n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/2026bachtoberfestchoir/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/900x500-10.25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T200000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260324T133825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T194049Z UID:15883-1793127600-1793131200@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:Silent Film: The Hunchback of Notre Dame DESCRIPTION:Artist: Peter Krasinski\nA special evening presentation featuring live organ accompaniment by renowned organist Peter Krasinski. An immersive evening where the Worcester Organ becomes an orchestra\, and early cinema comes to life.\n\nTHE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME (1923) \nstarring Lon Chaney\nWith live improvised musical accompaniment.\n \n\nExperience an immersive evening where the Worcester Organ becomes an orchestra\, and early classic cinema comes to life.\n \nThis program will feature the 1923 silent film classic\, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”\, starring Lon Chaney. Known as “the man of 1000 faces“ this performance by the silent screen star\, along with suburb performances from the supporting cast\, presents the compelling story by Victor Hugo of faith in the face of injustice\, power in a diverse society and the “human condition.”\n \nThe film will be accompanied live by Mechanics Hall’s Principal Organist\, Peter Krasinski\, whose acclaimed improvisations bring silent cinema to life in a way that is both historically informed and uniquely engaging.\n\n\n\nDoors Open: 6:30 PM | Performance: 7:00 PM \nMechanics Hall\, Worcester\, MA \n\nTHIS IS A TICKETED EVENT\nGeneral Admission: $10\nMechanics Hall Members: FREE\n \n\nFor more information about The Worcester Organ\, visit us at www.MechanicsHall.org/the-worcester-organ   \n  URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/the-worcester-organ-performance-series-5/ LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States CATEGORIES:organ-performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SILENT-FILM-ORGAN-900-x-500.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T083000 DTSTAMP:20260806T205751 CREATED:20260630T170430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T170514Z UID:16590-1793262600-1793262600@mechanicshall.org SUMMARY:The Idea Swap DESCRIPTION:The Idea Swap is an annual event for New England-based nonprofit cultural organizations to network and share ideas for performing arts\, literary arts\, and film projects that are available for presentation in New England communities. The Idea Swap is an opportunity to develop collaborations and partnerships that will result in applications to NEFA’s Crossroads: Touring New England (formerly known as NEST 3/Expeditions) grant program.  \nMore Information URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/the-idea-swap-2026/ LOCATION:MA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mechanicshall.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/NEFA-1-e1728314819580.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR