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Berkshire Community Fest Celebrates 65 Years of BCC

By Berkshires Macaroni Kid August 5, 2025

Saturday, August 16 | 10 AM–4 PM
Berkshire Community College Campus, Pittsfield
Free and open to all ages!

Berkshire Community College is turning 65 — and the entire community is invited to the party!
This year’s Community Fest is a full day of free family fun taking place across the BCC campus on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families, neighbors, students, alumni, and visitors alike can enjoy a packed schedule of live entertainment, hands-on activities, sports, wellness offerings, and more.

Here’s a sampling of what families can expect:

  • Live music in the amphitheatre with performances by alumni and local musicians
  • Touch-a-Truck with fire trucks, police cruisers, EMS vehicles — and the Bearcats!
  • 7v7 soccer tournaments on the turf
  • Face painting, mural painting, tarot readings, Build-a-Bear workshops
  • Food trucks and local beer & wine vendors
  • Recreation & wellness: swimming, pickleball, chair massages, yoga, and guided hikes
  • Jam sessions in the recording studio
  • Alumni-led campus tours and community panels, including:
    • Latinas 413: “Being Latina Is… / ¿Ser Latina es?”
    • Alumni in Recovery: Stories of resilience and community support

It’s the biggest celebration BCC has hosted all year, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy — whether you’re exploring campus for the first time or returning as an alum.

For full schedule and event details, visit bcc.edu or the college’s social media pages.