Events Calendar

Dalton Carnival

The Dalton Carnival returns June 3–7 for five days of rides, games, food, family fun, and fireworks. Presented by Fanelli Amusement Company and the Dalton Fair Association, this longtime community tradition brings families and friends together to celebrate the start of summer in Dalton.

Fireworks will take place Friday and Saturday at dusk. Wrist Band “Pay One Price” specials will be available throughout the event.

Location: Route 9 behind the American Legion

Discount tickets are available at the CRA. We look forward to welcoming the community back for another exciting year at the Dalton Carnival.

Reading Shakespeare – Much Ado About Nothing

Much Ado About Nothing is a sparkling romantic comedy centered on two contrasting couples: the witty, banter-driven Beatrice and Benedick, who claim to despise love, and the young, naive Hero and Claudio. Through schemes, eavesdropping, and false accusations, they fall in and out of love, all culminating in a joyous, chaotic resolution.

📍 Mill + Main (444 Main St, Dalton — enter/park on Mill St). Doors open 1:30 p.m.; please arrive by 1:50.
Contact bareboneswill@gmail.com to let us know you will be attending, if you want to read, and if you have a character preference.

Dalton Day

Dalton Day 2026 will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Dalton Senior Center (Field Street Extension) in Dalton, MA. This free community festival offers a fun, family-friendly afternoon for all ages.

Enjoy live entertainment featuring the John Irish Dancers, Bowey the Clown, musician Brian Benlien, and Jack Waldheim. Kids will love balloon creations by Andrew the Ballooniac, face painting, and touch-a-truck activities. Guests can also explore a variety of local food vendors and community booths, sponsored by the Town of Dalton Cultural Council.

Mobile Food Bank

Stop by for our mobile food bank distribution, happening the 4th Wednesday of the month in partnership with the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Fresh food, pantry staples, and friendly faces — all free and open to the community!

📍 Community House, 400 Main St, Dalton — back parking lot.

Summer Parks Program

Summer Kickoff! at Pinegrove Park

Kick off summer with us! Free ice cream, lawn games, bubbles, music, and fun for the whole family!

FREE! Sponsored by the Town of Dalton

Reading Shakespeare – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a sprawling tale of love, mischief, magic and balance where four Athenian lovers flee to a magical forest becoming entangled in a dispute between the fairy king and queen.

📍 Mill + Main (444 Main St, Dalton — enter/park on Mill St). Doors open 1:30 p.m.; please arrive by 1:50.
Contact bareboneswill@gmail.com to let us know you will be attending, if you want to read, and if you have a character preference.

16th Annual Invitational Softball Tournament

Join us for the 16th Annual Invitational Softball Tournament, taking place July 17–19, 2026. This exciting weekend brings together teams from across the region for competitive play, strong sportsmanship, and a great tournament atmosphere.

The team registration packet is now available and includes all tournament details, hotel accommodations, and the official entry form. Space is limited and teams are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, so early registration is encouraged.

📄 Download CRA Softball Tournament Invite

Summer Parks Program

Craft & Sip! at Pinegrove Park

Relax, sip, and get creative with a fun craft for all ages!

FREE! Sponsored by the Town of Dalton

Summer Parks Program

Lego Night! at Pinegrove Park

Build, play, and imagine at LEGO Night in the Park-an evening of creative fun for kids!

FREE! Sponsored by the Town of Dalton

Reading Shakespeare – A Comedy of Errors

Spend your Sunday with one of Shakespeare’s earliest, shortest, and most farcical plays, centering on chaotic mistaken identity.

📍 Mill + Main (444 Main St, Dalton — enter/park on Mill St). Doors open 1:30 p.m.; please arrive by 1:50.
Contact bareboneswill@gmail.com to let us know you will be attending, if you want to read, and if you have a character preference.

Summer Parks Program

Slime Night! at Pinegrove Park

Get messy in the best way! Join us for Slime Night—make your own slime creations and take them home!

FREE! Sponsored by the Town of Dalton

Summer Parks Program

Movie in the Park! at Pinegrove Park

Grab a blanket and enjoy a family movie night in the park as the sun goes down!

FREE! Sponsored by the Town of Dalton

Summer Parks Program

End of Summer Carnival! at Pinegrove Park

An evening of games, treats, music, and family fun before school kicks off!

FREE! Sponsored by the Town of Dalton

Annual CRA Crane Paper Sale

Join us for our two-day only Crane Paper Sale on Friday, August 21 & Saturday, August 22 from 8AM–6PM at the Community House, 400 Main St, Dalton. Shop deeply discounted cards, envelopes, holiday sets, invitations, and more—donated by Crane Stationery—with all proceeds supporting CRA programs.

Bonus! The warehouse sale at Ashuelot Park (401 South St, Dalton) is open Friday only, 9AM–1PM, featuring bulk paper, envelopes, flat stock, and other unique finds. Don’t miss this once-a-year event!