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Things to do in Concord, MA

We reviewed 14,000+ Boston-area events to pick the 21 best things to do in Concord, MA between September 20 and September 26. Updated daily.

Our best picks: things to do in Concord, MA — September 20–26

MONDAY
21
SEPTEMBER

9 AM – 10 AM·Other, Offsite · Concord

Let's move together! Join library staff to start your week with a walk along the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. Friends from Concord Recreation will join us to lead light stretching before the walk (starting around 8:45) and to walk with us. Wear your sneakers, grab your walking poles, and bring a friend. All walking paces…

12 PM – 1:30 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

The Library has been selected as a Great Reads from Great Places partner. With support from the Massachusetts Center for the Book, including copies of the book to share with readers, Building Community Book Club will join organizations across the state in reading Nothing More of this Land: Community, Power, and the Sea…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Through this three-part series on Mondays September 14, 22, and 28, learn how to better understand and communicate with your loved one living with memory loss as well as best practices for providing compassionate care. September 14: Normal Aging vs. Memory Loss Forgetting a time or place is often a sign of normal aging…

TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER

1 PM – 2:30 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Join fellow knitting, crocheting, needlework, etc. enthusiasts for weekly social crafting. Help each other out of tough spots, share patterns and tips, and enjoy creating together. Recommended for adults, although interested stitchers of all ages are welcome to join. ____________________________________________________…

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Art for All comes to Fowler! Every Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:30, teens and adults with cognitive differences are welcome to attend Arts and Crafts Club. Projects and activities may include making art for local shows, making greeting cards, and playing drawing games. This club is led by members of Art for All. ____________…

WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

The Library has been selected as a Great Reads from Great Places partner. With support from the Massachusetts Center for the Book, including copies of the book to share with readers, Fowler in Fact will join organizations across the state in reading Nothing More of this Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indige…

4 PM – 5 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Drop by Fowler to craft, experiment, and create. Join us each week for hands-on artistic exploration. When weather permits, we will meet in the Fowler backyard. Questions? Call Fowler at 978-318-3350.

6:30 PM·Verrill Farm, 11 Wheeler Road, Concord, MA

Wednesday, Sep 23, 2026 6:30p — Verrill Farm, 11 Wheeler Road, Concord, MA

THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER

9:30 AM – 11:30 AM·The Workshop, Main Library, 129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Stop by the Workshop every Thursday morning for a cup of coffee and two hours of informal, self-guided knitting with fellow Concord crafters! Needles and yarn scrap swap available for new knitters. All ages and experiences welcome, but instruction is not provided. Accessibility The Concord Free Public Library is commit…

1 PM – 2 PM·Backyard, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Join us for a volunteer-led gathering to practice English. This group is best for speakers with some conversational English. For more information, call 978-318-3350 or email fowler@concordlibrary.org. When weather allows, we will meet in the backyard. Otherwise, we will meet downstairs at Fowler. Accessibility The Conc…

2:30 PM – 4 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Meet up with other Mah Jongg players to play, practice, and improve your skills! This is recommended for players with at least 3 to 6 months experience (i.e. this will not be for absolute beginners, but if you've learned the basics, you will be just fine!). Mah Jongg sets will be provided, but players must bring their…

FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER

11 AM – 12 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Join local yoga instructor Erica for yoga for adults. This gentle flow class is accessible for all levels and focuses on breath, alignment, and truly grounding movement. Yoga mats, straps, and blocks are available, but you can also bring your own. Recommended for adults. Bio: A yoga student for 20 years and a teacher f…

12 PM·1276 Main St, Concord, MA

1:30 PM – 3 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

On the fourth Friday of each month, enjoy a selection of teas and discuss a blend of historical and contemporary fiction. Copies of the selected book are available at Fowler. Please feel free to bring in food related to the recipe theme, but do not feel obligated! 1:30 PM: Tea and Socializing begins 2 PM: Book Discussi…

7:30 PM·Umbrella Arts, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA

Friday, Sep 25, 2026 7:30p — Umbrella Arts, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA

SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER

12:30 PM – 4 PM·Main Library, 129 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Come crack some packs at our Magic the Gathering: The Hobbit draft event! We'll open a fresh box of cards, build 40 card decks, and compete for prizes. Learn strategy and deck construction theory along the way! PLEASE NOTE: Unlike our usual drafts, this one was a little outside of our typical magic budget. Sacrifices h…

2 PM – 4 PM·Meeting Room, Fowler Library, 1322 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742

Fellow artists and creatives are invited to come together in a casual social gathering to create art in a relaxed, nonjudgmental, and supportive setting. All media and skill levels are welcome. Individuals are responsible for bringing their own projects to work on and their own supplies. Join us to share works, discuss…

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