The Clark Art Institute announces its summer 2026 events lineup, encouraging visitors to engage with art and nature both inside the galleries and on the grounds. Featuring talks and tours, nature programs, performing arts events, family programs, and special events connected to our summer exhibitions and renowned permanent collection, there is something for all ages. Community Day: Eye on Art!, the Clark’s annual summer free day, takes place on Sunday, July 12, and includes art-making activities, live musicians, and food vendors. For more information and to register or purchase tickets to Clark events, visit events.clarkart.edu.

Additional summer programming is planned for Clark members. Visit clarkart.edu/join-give for more information about becoming a member and enjoying access to unique, member-only events and discounted tickets to performances.

Through June (and beginning again in September), the Clark is open Tuesday–Sunday, 10 am–5 pm. The Institute is open on Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day) and Monday, September 7 (Labor Day). In July and August, the Clark is open daily from 10 am–5 pm.

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There’s no single way to experience a Berkshire summer—but in Stockbridge, MA and its neighboring towns, the season unfolds as one continuous cultural journey. A morning in the galleries can lead to an afternoon in the gardens, followed by an evening concert beneath the stars or a late-night jazz set in a historic inn.

In summer 2026, that rhythm carries special resonance as many of the Berkshires’ leading institutions reflect on America’s story in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Across the region, museums, theaters, music venues, and historic estates are presenting exhibitions, performances, conversations, and celebrations that connect past and present in fresh and inspiring ways.

Whether you arrive for a weekend or linger for the summer, the Berkshire calendar offers countless ways to move between inspiration, relaxation, and discovery.

The calendar is full! Read the Full schedule here.

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June 26 – July 2, 2026

As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, The Red Lion Inn presents two special programs. On June 28 at 2 p.m., historian Richard Skolnik, Ph.D., offers Against All Odds: Victory in the War for Independence, examining how the colonies prevailed against the world’s most powerful military force. Then on July 1, Voices of Democracy: 250 Years Creating America brings actors and musicians together for an inspiring evening of storytelling and song. Festive dinner and cocktails begin at 4 p.m., followed by the performance from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Music lovers will be drawn to Tanglewood Music Festival, where the summer season continues with the return of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis on June 26 at 7 p,m,. The weekend brings two evenings with legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon on June 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m., and Jerry Garcia Celebration with the Boston Pops on June 30 at 7 p.m.

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