Events & Programs
See what’s coming up at Bellforge Arts Center.
Located on the historic Medfield State Hospital campus in the heart of MetroWest, Bellforge is a place for gathering, creativity, and shared experiences, where art is accessible, community-driven, and alive.
Balance in Nature: Restorative Meditation
Meet us for a guided meditation on the Bellforge campus, led by meditation instructor Lisa Chin. Settle in beneath a shady tree to slow down and reconnect with yourself — and the natural beauty of the landscape.
Zach Nugent’s Dead Set
A September early evening on the Bellforge lawn with Zach Nugent’s Dead Set, celebrating the music and spirit of the Grateful Dead.
Main Street Live
Presented by Bellforge Arts Center. Spend one of the last great evenings of summer on the Walpole Town Common with live music, local vendors, food trucks, cocktails, and community.
Balance in Nature: Forest Bathing Fall Equinox
Join Bellforge for a guided forest bathing experience led by certified guide Tam Willey. This 2.5-hour outdoor session invites participants to slow down, engage the senses, and spend intentional time in nature through gentle, optional prompts.
CultureFest
Bellforge's annual community celebration of music, food, dance, and cultural traditions from around the world — presented in partnership with Medfield Together.
Rock Bottom – A Funny Kind of Recovery
Join Simon Kirke (Bad Company), Chris Redd (Saturday Night Live), Tony V, Lenny Clarke, Steve Sweeney, Woody Giessmann (The Del Fuegos), Jim Mayer (Jimmy Buffett Band), Dave Herlihy (O Positive), and special guests for an unforgettable afternoon of live music and comedy at Bellforge Arts Center.
Medfield’s 375th Anniversary: Party in the Park
Bellforge Arts Center travels down the road for Medfield's 375th Anniversary celebration. As the musical centerpiece of the day, Bellforge will bring live music, food, activities, and community to Meetinghouse Pond in Downtown Medfield.
Fun at the ‘Forge: Fall Edition
A free family-friendly celebration filled with hands-on art, music, creative play, and seasonal fall fun for all ages.
Halloween Parade & Hocus Pocus Under The Stars
Celebrate Halloween as we wrap up our on-campus season with festive art and activities, our annual lantern parade through the Bellforge grounds, live music and an outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus.
Makerspace: A Candle Making Workshop
With the days getting shorter and temperatures dropping, our desire for candles and extra coziness naturally rises. Join us for a relaxed evening of hands-on candle making, custom fragrance blending, and seasonal creativity.
Do Good Day
with Bellforge’s Young Families Advisory Council and Sustainable Medfield
A community collection day bringing together local causes, practical ways to support neighbors and care for the environment, and a shared afternoon of generosity — all in one place.
Makerspace: Lippan Art Clay and Mirror Mosaic Workshop
In this hands-on workshop, create your own Lippan art inspired by the traditional clay-and-mirror craft of India.
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Mass Cultural Council's Card to Culture Program
We are proud to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program, in collaboration with the Department of Transitional Assistance, the Department of Public Health’s WIC Nutrition Program, the Massachusetts Health Connector, and hundreds of other organizations, to make cultural programming more accessible for those facing financial barriers.
Most Bellforge Arts Center events are free to attend. For paid events, EBT, SUN Bucks, WIC, and ConnectorCare cardholders receive 50% off admission. To redeem this discount, please enter coupon code BELLFORGEC2C when reserving tickets online. Due to limited capacity, this discount is available for up to 10 tickets per event.
If an event is not sold out, discounted tickets may also be purchased at the door by mentioning the code. Bellforge Arts Center is committed to ensuring accessibility for all. If the discount ticket allocation has been reached for an event, please contact info@bellforge.org for further assistance.
See the complete list of participating organizations offering EBT, SUN Bucks, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.