Ashby MA – April 2026
In April 2026, Ashby, MA, will host several community-focused events, including the Annual Town Election, a unique Poopapalooza fundraiser, and local musical performances.
Major Town Events: Annual Town Election – Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 – Details: Residents will vote for various town board positions. Nomination papers were required to be filed by early March.
Poopapalooza – Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Location: Ashby Town Common, 825 Main St, Ashby, MA – Description: A community fundraiser where a truckload of locally sourced composted manure is available for residents to take in their own containers. Cost: Donations go toward restoring the Grange Hall for community use.
Camp Middlesex April Open House – Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Location: 1031 Erickson Rd, Ashby, MA Description: A public event hosted by Camp Middlesex to showcase the camp facilities and programs.
Arts & Entertainment
Scott Babineau Live Performance – Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 6:30 PM – Location: Ashby Free Public Library, 812 Main Street, Ashby, MA – Description: A night of community and live music featuring Scott Babineau.
Bud Barn Pop-Up Events – Dates: Various dates throughout April (e.g., April 2, 3, 10, 18, 19, 20) Location: Bud Barn Cannabis Dispensary -Description: Multiple vendor pop-up events (e.g., Rise, Curaleaf, Theory Wellness) featuring different cannabis brands and educational sessions.
Statewide Holidays & Observances
Good Friday: April 3, 2026. While not a state holiday, many local schools may be closed. Patriots’ Day: Monday, April 20, 2026. This is a legal holiday in Massachusetts, and town offices will be closed.