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The Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau is here to assist journalists with research, resources and referrals, the coordination of familiarization tours, press releases, photos, and videos. If you’re looking for story ideas…here are just a few. For additional information or assistance, contact Lee Chambers, Marketing/PR Manager at 413-755-1345 or
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The Pioneer Valley contains a number of charming country stores that will engage shoppers of any age. Enjoy vintage kitchen items, country gifts, gadgets and goodies.
Read more … Country Store Tour
Unspoiled beauty one of the Pioneer Valley’s greatest assets, and there’s plenty of open spaces and natural settings to get out and about.
Read more … Adventure Awaits You
The Pioneer Valley has been home to some of the most remarkable authors in history, and two in particular are honored by sites bearing their name.
Read more … Historic Homesteads
Devotees of the arts will have a field day uncovering all the treasures to be found in the Pioneer Valley. The region offers a rich array of artistic pursuits, from its museums and galleries to its crafts shows and live performances.
Read more … Abundant Arts & Culture
Besides having two terrific zoos in the region (The Zoo in Forest Park and Lupa Game Farm), there are some unexpected treasures to be found for those who want to see some interesting animals up close and personal.
Read more … Valley of the Critters
It all began with a peach basket and a ball. Through trial and error, change and modification, Dr. James Naismith's original concept of basketball evolved into the global phenomenon it is today.
Read more … Good Sports
Ethnic roots from many cultures are honored in the Pioneer Valley, and those seeking information or simply celebration have a number of places to turn. The Wearing O' The Green and Irish good cheer are essential parts of Holyoke's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, the second largest St. Patrick's Day Parade in America.
Read more … Heritage Trails
If you're looking for places for kids to be able to just dig in and have fun, the Pioneer Valley has many options. Six Flags New England is fun for kids of all ages, from its thrill rides to Wiggles World and Thomas Town. Each autumn, New England's biggest fair, The Big E, unfolds on the grounds of West Springfield's Eastern States Exposition.
Read more … Kids on the Run
One of the most unique aspects of the Pioneer Valley is the variety found in its landscape. At its southern base, visitors enjoy proximity to the cities of Springfield, western Massachusetts’ largest city, and Holyoke. Some of the leading tourism sites in the region are located in or near downtown Springfield, including the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Six Flags New England and the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden.
Read more … Diverse Landscapes in the Pioneer Valley
Two of the most exciting events in the world for antique and craft enthusiasts take place right here in the Pioneer Valley. The Brimfield Outdoor Antique Show is the world’s largest outdoor antique flea market, presented three times a year (May, July and September) and luring more than 4,000 dealers and 100,000 patrons to this small New England town.
Read more … Antiques and Crafts
Considered one of the most scenic and unspoiled regions in Massachusetts, the Pioneer Valley has a wealth of historic sites that provide visitors with an accurate, interesting and often interactive look back into some of the most pivotal times in our nation's past. The largest outdoor history museum in the northeast rests on the border of the Pioneer Valley and central Massachusetts. Old Sturbridge Village recreates life in a typical early 1800's New England Village with its historically accurate gardens, restored homes, farmland and water powered mills.
Read more … Pioneer Valley History
St. Patrick’s Day Parade (March)
NCAA Elite Eight Men’s Div. II Basketball Championship (March)
Brimfield Outdoor Antiques Show (May, July and September)
Paradise City Arts Festival (May and October)
World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast (May)
Read more … Landmark Local Events
