Weekend Outlook: Love Is in the Air for Valentines Day

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
12:29PM / Thursday, February 12, 2026Print Story | Email Story

Check out the events happening in Berkshire County this weekend, including Valentine's parties, plays, and more.

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North Adams WinterFest
Downtown North Adams
Saturday, Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Downtown North Adams transforms into a winter wonderland with a variety of activities for families to enjoy.

Take a ride on a horse-drawn carriage ride downtown, where you can participate in a craft fair, street hockey, children's games, and more.

Activities' line-up here.

10x10 Arts Festival

It's Pittsfield's 15th year of putting on a festival with winter and cultural events to get families out of the house and enjoy what the city has to offer: art exhibitions, plays, sledding, and more.

Read our story for more information here.

Baystate Winter Games

Lansing Chapman Rink, Williams College

Time: Saturday and Sunday

Figure skating competition hosted by Christmas Brook Figure Skating Club at Lansing Chapman runs 8 to 5 on Saturday, 8 to 6:30 on Sunday. Admission is free.

The Figure Skating Show will take place Saturday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 adults and $5 children and seniors at the door.

More information here.

Friday

Truly Madly '90s: A Valentine's Dance Party
Stationary Factory, Dalton
Time: 8 to 11 p.m.

Berkshire Pride is hosting a Valentine's Dance for the LGBTQ community and allies. There will be a DJ and drag performances; attendees are encouraged to dress in their '90s best. Enjoy a night of dancing and fun.

Tickets are $25 for general admission; $50 for pay-it-forward to support Berkshire Pride, or a pay what you can.

More information and tickets here.

Karaoke Party and Contest
Methuselah Bar, Pittsfield
Time: 9 p.m.

Bring your friends and enjoy a night of singing and dancing for some great Valentine-themed songs. Duet with your partner, and compete for a chance to win a $50 gift card. The winner is announced at midnight and must be present to win.

More information here.

Anti-Valentine's Day Party
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield
Time: 3 p.m.

Teens are invited to dress up, disassemble and reassemble teddy bears. Eat chocolate, make bracelets, and sing break up songs. For more information call the Youth Services Department: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

More information here.

Sweethearts Family Dance Party
15 Crissey Road, Great Barrington
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.

Berkshire South Regional Community Center is hosting family-friendly dinner and dancing. Kid-friendly music, Valentine decor, selfie station, music; dinner is pizza, salad and dessert. Dress in red, pink, black, silver and white — sparkles and hearts encouraged.

Tickets are $5-$12 in advance, $7-$15 at the door. More information and tickets here.

Candlelight Concert Experience

First Congregational Church, Williamstown

Time: 6 and 8 p.m.

A Lumos concert experiences paying homage to composer Hans Zimmer. A string trio will perform themes from movies such as "Gladiator," "Interstellar," "Lion King" and

"Pirates of the Caribbean." Suitable for ages 8 and older; venue is wheelchair accessible.

Tickets are $25 to $70 here. More information here.

Saturday

Valentine's Day Event
Balderdash Cellars, Richmond
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.

Endless charcuterie with cheese and chocolate, live music for a date or friends gathering.

Tickets are $15. More information and tickets here.

DJ on Deck Apres Ski Party
Bousquet Mountain, Pittsfield
Time: noon to 4 p.m.

The ski resort's ski party returns for a second year featuring mixes by DJ Sören. Enjoy skiing and riding from 9 to 8 and drinks and tunes at Bousquet's new restaurant Drifters Bar and Restaurant.

More information here.

'Magic Tree House': Showtime with Shakespeare
The Colonial Theater, Pittsfield
Time: 2 p.m.

If you're a fan of the magic Tree House books, enjoy an afternoon based on the book "25 Stage Fright on a Summer Night," in which Jack and Annie are in Olde England with the excitement of the Globe Theater.

Tickets are $15 and up. More information and tickets here.

Mount Greylock Photography Group

Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, Adams

Time: 1 to 3 p.m.

"Water & Ice / Hearts In Nature" nature photography at Peck's Falls for all levels. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear, poles recommended for the moderately steep trail.

Contact the Visitor Center at 413-499-4262 for trail condition; program is free and open to the public.

More information here.

Contra Dance

First Congregational Church, Williamstown

Time: 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.

The music is live, the dances are taught, and anyone is welcome, with or without a partner. Calling by Steve Howland, and live music by Seamus Connor, Alex Moon and friends. An introductory lesson will be held at 7:15.

Admission is pay-as-you-can, $12 to $20 suggested, and barter is also welcome. More information here.

Sunday

Susan B. Anthony's Birthday Celebration
GAR Hall, Adams Free Library
Time: 3 p.m.

Celebrate Anthony's 206th birthday by learning more about her from scholar Rachel MacNair. There will also be cake. Make sure to reserve your spot, but the event is free.

More information here.

Boreal Forest & Waterfall Snowshoe

Tamarack Hollow, Windsor

Time: 10 to 12:30

Two-mile snowshoe in the boreal forests of Windsor at Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center. Join Director and naturalist Aimée Gelinas on the moderate trail for a cascading winter waterfall, forest tree ID, wildlife tracking and forest ecology.

Fee is $20, $5 snowshoe rental. Registration required at full_circle_o@yahoo.com.

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McCann Tech Deems Social Media Threat 'Not Credible' After Police Investigation

Staff Reports 09:19AM / Thursday, March 12, 2026

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — McCann Technical School officials confirmed Thursday that a threatening social media post directed at the school was found to be a illagitaemt following an investigation by the North Adams Police Department (NAPD).

School administrators notified families that the NAPD determined the social media account responsible for the post was not legitimate and there is no credible threat to the campus.

"The post did contain threatening content to McCann Tech, but after investigation by NAPD it was found that the threat was NOT credible and that the social media account was NOT legitimate," the school stated in a message to the community.

While authorities have concluded that students and staff are not in any danger, McCann officials have requested an increased police presence at the school Thursday morning. The school emphasized that this measure is being taken out of an "extreme abundance of caution" to help students and families feel comfortable starting the day.

The NAPD is asking anyone with information regarding the origin of the post to contact the department directly.

Following the internal notification from McCann, North Adams Public Schools (NAPS) issued an "all-call" to its own district families Thursday morning.

"North Adams Public Schools will continue to operate using its standard safety procedures," the NAPS statement read, echoing the police department's conclusion that there is no active threat to local students.

McCann is part of the Northern Berkshire Regional Vocational Technical School District, not NAPS.

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