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Introducing the Other Side Trip Planner!

Photography by Lynne Graves

Planning the perfect adventure to the other side of Massachusetts just got easier! We’re excited to unveil the Other Side Guide on our site with integrated mobile apps, an interactive way to map out everything you don’t want to miss in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Designed with our partners at Visit Widget, this tool provides a new way to explore what the city has to offer, including hotels, popular restaurants, activities, shopping, and more. View it all at once or…

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Date: Apr 5, 2021 | Posted by: vincejackson | Category: Explore, Event, Eat, Shop, Fall, Summer, Winter, Spring

My Local Escape: Hampshire County

Inn on Boltwood
Inn on Boltwood
Photo provided by Inn on Boltwood

As 2020 ends, it is vital to the health of our community and economy that you support small business and #ThinkLocalFirst when it comes to holiday shopping and gift-giving. Take the pledge to give thanks for those who make local happen by putting your money where your heart is: right here in Massachusetts.

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Planning the Perfect Fall Wedding in Hampshire County: Part Three

The Mossy Apothecary
The Mossy Apothecary
Photo by Lynne Graves

In Part One, we gave you the rundown on venues, illustrating the incredible range of options you have in the Pioneer Valley. In Part Two, we gave you some fabulous options for food, flowers, and photographers. In Part Three, we’re rounding out our series with some tried and true strategies for keeping the wedding party happy. You may be thinking, “Hey! It’s my wedding. Why am I worried about my bridesmaids and groomsmen?” So glad you asked! They’re holding the keys to your perfect wedding weekend. They’re in charge of the rings. They’re running interference between all of your feuding relatives. And in some cases, they’re traveling from some faraway corner of the world to be with you. Treat those superstars right. Give ‘em the props they deserve. And do it in major style in the place we all love best — Hampshire County, of course.

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Date: Nov 10, 2019 | Posted by: Kathryn Slater | Category: Explore, Music, Venues & Clubs, Culture, Festivals & Fairs, , Fall

Get Spooky (and spectacular) in Hampshire County

Surrealist Cabaret
Surrealist Cabaret
Photo by Candace Hope

From the traditionally scary to the otherworldly and extra special, the pumpkin patches of October have inspired us to get out and find some extraordinary events going on in Western Massachusetts this month.

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Date: Oct 7, 2019 | Posted by: Kathryn Slater | Category: Fall | Tags: activities, ghost, halloween, things to do in october

5 Reasons to Make Hampshire County Your Fall Getaway Destination

Valley View Farm, Haydenville
Valley View Farm, Haydenville
Photo by Lynne Graves

We're more than pretty leaves and crisp breezes. Find out why fall is our favorite season. 

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Fall Fairs and Festivals in Hampshire County

Belchertown Fair
Belchertown Fair
Photo by Lynne Graves

Ready to get autumnal? We've got a roundup of all the best fall fests and fairs right here. 

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Date: Sep 12, 2019 | Posted by: Kathryn Slater | Category: Explore, Culture, Festivals & Fairs, Family Fun, Eat, Farms, Fall
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