Other Annual Events
New England Summer Nationals
Every summer the City of Worcester opens its streets to the thunderous rumble of over 5,000 hot rods, wild customs, choppers, and more as the New England Summer Nationals roll into downtown! Spread throughout the heart of Worcester and nearby Green Hill Park, see for yourself why the New England Summer Nationals have grown into one of the premiere car shows on the East Coast.
Special Olympics Massachusetts Statewide Winter Games
The City of Worcester is pleased to host the Special Olympics Massachusetts Annual Statewide Winter Games, which bring an estimated 2,000 athletes, coaches and volunteers to the City for a weekend of athletic competitions. Eight different sports are featured in more than a dozen venues.
First Night Worcester
Worcester is proud to be the home to the second-oldest First Night celebration of its kind in the world, and is part of an affiliation of cities with a common mission to build and strengthen communities through the universal language and enjoyment of the arts. Downtown Worcester truly comes alive amidst the magic of First Night!