Good morning, Worcester.

Today, Worcester residents can kick off a busy week with the Sterling Fair at Sterling Airport running from 5 to 11 p.m. today through Sept.7—featuring frog-jumping contests, horse pulls and other attractions; upcoming events include the EcoTarium’s Feather Fest, a journalism panel at the Worcester Public Library, jazz at FRONTROOM, a drag and acrobatic show at Jean McDonough Arts Center on Sept.6, a Family Literacy Festival at Worcester Common on Sept.7, an organ recital at The Hanover on Sept.10 and a Maddie & Tae concert on Sept.12. This series of events offers a variety of free and ticketed options for families and community members to enjoy local art, music and agricultural traditions.

Tom Schofield, CEO of Splice Histology, founded his company to address a national shortage of histotechnologists that delayed patient diagnoses — his firm will provide backup lab services and train new talent with local colleges.

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra announced its winter tour — 'The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO & More' — with 106 concerts in 64 cities.

They will perform in Worcester on Nov. 29 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. with tickets starting at $121.

UMass Chan Medical School and the City of Worcester extended a $700,000 two-year data exchange program in July to add a focus on maternal health equity—supporting a new Maternal and Child Health Dashboard and plans to use AI to identify care gaps in the city.

At Polar Park on Thursday, the WooSox honored local hitting advisor Rich Gedman with a commemorative bat for 20 years of service with the Boston Red Sox, and he thanked the community for recognizing his long career as a Worcester native.

His team ceremony before the game photo showcased his impact on baseball—celebrating a storied legacy in the sport.

Holy Cross coach Dan Curran will return to his alma mater for the Week 2 game against New Hampshire on Sept.

6 at 6 p.m. at Wildcat Stadium — marking his first game there since 1999 as the Crusaders look to improve after a close loss to Northern Illinois.

Jennifer Toland profiles 11 former Central Mass. high school football stars who will join local college teams this weekend.

Several players—like Abdul Bangura and Jack Morvan—are set to fill key offensive and defensive roles as the season begins.

The Pike RokFest 2025

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Indian Ranch — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a day of tribute performances featuring classic rock hits from iconic bands.

Dorothy Concert

7-9 p.m. — Palladium — $51 — Enjoy a last-minute concert experience with Dorothy in Worcester's vibrant music scene.

Kaleo Concert

6:30 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Resale tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music at the Summer Stage.

Wachusett Brew Yard 0.0 Road Race

2-6 p.m. — Wachusett Brewing Company — Registration fee benefits charity — A fun non-race event supporting Boston Children's Hospital with food, drinks, and music.

Family Day at Free Play Bar & Arcade

11 AM – 5 PM — Freeplay Bar Arcade — $12 admission — Enjoy a day filled with arcade games, skee ball, air hockey, and pinball with the whole family.

Trombone Shorty Live

7-11 p.m. — Tree House Brewing Company — Entry details not specified — Enjoy an electrifying performance from the renowned Trombone Shorty.

Social Friday - Urbano & Bachata Night

7-11 p.m. — 961 Restaurant — Limited tickets available — Enjoy live performances and electrifying music at Worcester's hottest Urbano & Bachata night.

Varials Live Concert

12:30-4:30 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets available — Experience a powerful performance from Varials and dive into their intense sound with live music.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience world-class Irish music and dance that brings the spirit of Ireland alive on stage.

The Best Little Food Truck Festival in Milford

12-5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Milford — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food trucks and live music while supporting a good cause.