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Worcester
Sunday, February 1st, 2026
Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Checkers, the burger chain, plans to open its first New England location in Worcester on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 99 Gold Star Blvd +previously a Honey Dew Donuts location+. The restaurant will host a grand opening event that brings local diners a taste of its classic drive-in menu. Telegram & Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Railers will host Sharks night at the DCU Center Saturday night at 6:05 p.m. as they pay tribute to the former AHL team that played from 2006 to 2015 (players will wear special jerseys featuring initials of coach Wayne Thomas and fan-favorite Eric Lindquist). Spectrum News 1
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Shakespeare's enchanting tale of love and magic come to life.
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Be My BBQ Valentine Night with The Deloreans
9-11 p.m. — Firefly's BBQ — $5 Cover — Enjoy a night of brass-kickin' Rock and Soul from the 70s and 80s with The Deloreans.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
10 AM – 5 PM — EcoTarium — Entry fee applies — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with lively performances and engaging educational programs.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
10 AM – 4 PM — Worcester Art Museum — Free admission — Celebrate the Year of the Horse with art, music, dance performances, and activities for all ages.
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Cirque Kalabante
7-9 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket required — Experience an unforgettable night of thrilling performances with Cirque Kalabante.
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Aaron Diehl Trio Performance
8:00 p.m. — Prior Performing Arts Center — Ticket information not provided — Experience the sophisticated musical blend of jazz and classical with the acclaimed Aaron Diehl Trio.
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Back In Black - AC/DC Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — Rascals — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the electrifying tribute to AC/DC while enjoying the lively atmosphere of Rascals.
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~ Carl Jung
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