Springing into Fun

  • The Town and The City Festival

    April 30-May 2 | Downtown Lowell

    A three-day music and arts festival across venues, bars, cafes, and galleries in Downtown Lowell. The festival pays homage to Jack Kerouac- it is named for his first novel, which was set in Lowell.

  • Points of Light Cultural Celebration

    May 2 | Ecumenical Plaza

    A celebration of unity and renewal that brings together the food, music, and traditions of Lowell’s diverse cultures. The festival culminates in the release of lanterns onto the Western Canal, creating floating Points of Light.

  • Greater Lowell Pride

    June | DCR Lowell Heritage State Park

    An annual free celebration of our diverse and vibrant community- complete with a flag raising and festival. The festival offers vendors, food trucks, drag performances, live music, and even a cat cuddle tent! All are welcome at Greater Lowell Pride.

  • Spring Volunteer Fair

    April 11 | Middlesex Community College, Hall of Flags

    Looking for ways to give back to your community? Stop by the Spring Volunteer Fair to learn more about giving your time to a festival, event, or organization.

  • Khmer New Year Celebration

    April 18 | Clemente Park, 803 Middlesex Street
    Every spring this exciting event celebrates Lowell’s Cambodian community with delicious Khmer food, beautiful traditional outfits, and live performances.

  • Lowell Youth Baseball and Softball League Opening Day Parade

    Date TBA | Shedd Park, 495 Rogers Street

    The Opening Day Parade kicks off the baseball and softball season for Lowell Youth Baseball and Softball League.

  • Spring Busker Festival

    May 9 | Downtown Lowell

    Enjoy live musicians, performance artists, and more popping up in Downtown Lowell!

  • Transfiguration Church Grecian Festival

    May 29-31 | Transfiguration Church, 25 Fr. John Sarantos Way
    Come experience the best of Greek food, dancing, shopping, and culture through cooking demos, guided church tours, raffle prizes, live music, and more.

  • Holy Trinity Church Greek Festival

    June 12-14 | Hellenic American Academy, 41 Broadway St.
    Join in experiencing Greek culture through music, dancing, and food!

  • Juneteenth Block Party

    June | Location TBA
    The annual block party is a free community event with music, vendors, games, and more. Celebrate Juneteenth with your family and friends at this free event for all.

  • Lowell's African Festival

    June 20 | DCR Lowell Heritage State Park

    Join in a celebration of African countries, cultures, and food.

  • Franco American Festival

    June 22-28 | Various locations

    Lowell’s Franco-American Festival Week is held annually in the end of June to celebrate Franco-American culture and history. Festivities include dancing, a flag raising, and more.