2025 NEPM Asparagus Festival

Known as “the asparagus capital of the world,” western Massachusetts is still home to hundreds of working farms and many more locally-owned restaurants and breweries. Now in its 11th year, the NEPM Asparagus Festival returns to the Hadley Town Common on Saturday, June 7 to celebrate the region’s legacy of agriculture and community.

The family-friendly NEPM Asparagus Festival features a full day of fantastic local food, drink, music, games, and fun for everyone.

Register Now

Skip past the line with your registration today, and you'll be entered to win a VIP package to the Green River Festival, June 20-22 in Greenfield, Massachusetts. The NEPM Asparagus Festival is free and open to all with a suggested donation of $5 per person or $20 per family to support public media in western Mass.

The Fabulous 413 Stage

Musical guests taking the Fabulous 413 Stage throughout the day include headlining Haitian musician Paul Beaubrun, known for his impeccable guitar skills, rich vocals, musical ingenuity, and deep cultural roots, who will deliver a smooth mélange of English, French, and Creole. Also performing are local bands Splendid Torch, LeFever, and The Greys. 

Farmers & Makers Market

The popular Farmers & Makers Market will be open for the full day so attendees can have more opportunities to explore and connect with more than 75 local vendors and artisans featuring crafts, cultural items, nonprofit initiatives, agricultural products, and more.

The Provisions Beers & Spears Tent

The Provisions Beers & Spears tent will feature local craft breweries including Amherst Brewing Company, Bright Ideas and more. In addition, the festival will offer a wide selection of food trucks serving up delicious food from asparagus fries to asparagus flavored ice cream.

Fun for kids

There’s no shortage of children’s fun, including a chance to meet PBS Kids characters Curious George and Nature Cat. Families can find out how fast they can pick asparagus with the Asparagus Valley Pick game or join Wild Garden of Childhood Nursery for arts and crafts.

Get all the details about the NEPM Asparagus Festival at nepm.org/asparagus.