Berkshire County is having a variety of events this weekend including fireworks, a festival, concerts, and more. 

 

Editor's Pick 

 

10×10 Festival

Pittsfield

Time: various

 

The annual 10x10 Festival continues this week to celebrate the winter season. 

 

This weekend's festivities include fireworks, dance performances, beer releases, art exhibits, live music, and more. 

 

More information here. 

 

Friday

 

Jacob’s Pillow: CONTRA-TIEMPO Performance

Zion Lutheran Church, Pittsfield

Time: 6 p.m. 

 

CONTRA-TIEMPO’s latest work, "azúcar!," will be performed. Founding Artistic Director Alvarez and twenty artists and collaborators from across the country, will explore the themes of sugar, African-Latina ancestral technologies and dance, music and healing as community practices.

 

More information here. 

 

Free Ski Day 

Berkshire East Mountain Resort, Charlemont

Time: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

 

L.L.Bean is sponsoring a day of free winter activities including guided snowshoe outings, s'mores, skiing, and more. Mountain capacity is limited so book your free lift ticket online.

 

More information here. 

 

Candle Magic Workshop

Witch Slapped, Pittsfield

Time: noon to 4 p.m.

 

Witch Slapped is partnering with Soma's Aromas to teach kids to decorate Soma's scented candles. This event is free. More information here. 

 

The Just-N-Kace Band

Dalton American Legion

Time: 7 to 10 p.m. 

 

Dance music, Rock and Roll and Country for all occasions band Just-N-Kace will be performing. There is a $5 cover charge. More information here. 

 

Saturday 

 

10 Minutes of Fireworks

The Common, Pittsfield

Time: around 6 p.m.

 

The annual 10X10 Festival starts its wrap up of events with fireworks starting at 6 p.m. on First Street. 

 

They will be launched at The Common so the park will be closed during this time. Viewing areas will be available in the First Street Municipal Lot.

 

More information here. 

 

Saturday Night Dance Party

Methuselah Bar and Lounge, Pittsfield

Time: 9 p.m. 

 

Dance the night away during a dance party featuring remixed classic songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and today, brought to you by Methuselah and Pup Daddy Productions. More information here. 

 

Ghost Tours at Ventfort Hall 

Ventfort Hall, Lenox

Time: 8 to 10 p.m. 

 

There will be a Ghost Tour with "Ghosts of the Berkshires" author Robert Oakes.

 

Oakes will lead guests through the rooms and halls of the estate sharing tales of its hauntings.

 

"Stand in the places where the encounters occurred, listen to the first-hand accounts of those who experienced them, and maybe even experience something unusual yourself. This is not an active investigation," according to the press release.

 

Admission is $30 and the minimum age to attend is age 12. Reservations are required. Purchase tickets here.

 

Please note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. 

 

Sunday 

 

Sunday Breakfast 

American Legion Post 160 Adams

Time: 8 to 11 a.m. 

 

Breakfast will include pancakes, eggs, potatoes, bacon, coffee, water, and juice. The cost is $10 for Adults, $8 for children under 12. More information here. 

 

BREAK Stories

Dottie's Coffee Lounge, Pittsfield

Time: 7 p.m. 

 

Local nonprofit WordXWord is holding a story sharing event centered around the theme "Break." 

 

This free event will feature a range of true, first-person stories that are told, not read. 

 

Tell your story by registering here. Spots are limited. 

 

My Greylock Visitor Center Scavenger Hunt 

Mount Greylock Visitor Center, Lanesborough

Time: 10 to 3 p.m. 

 

Visit Mount Greylock Visitor Center for a self guided indoor scavenger hunt. The scavenger hunt hand-outs are available at the lobby desk.

 

More information here. 

 

King Lear Broadcast

The Clark Art Institute, Williamstown

 

The Clark will be screening a recording of King Lear, filmed live from London National Theater. Tickets are priced at $18, $16 for members, $14 for students, and $5 for children 15 and under. Advance registration is required due to limited capacity, and no refunds will be issued.

 

More information here.