Sunset Thursdays | What’s happening in the Capital District

Sunset Thursdays

Enjoy breezy, late Thursday evenings in July and August while you picnic on our beautiful grounds and take in the rhythms of live jazz and global music performed by local artists. Order food to-go from area restaurants, or bring your own. Feel free to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs.

Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.

Come relax and savor a season of stories, art, and live music for visitors of all ages. Throughout the week, families can enjoy beloved Museum traditions from daily storytimes and gallery exploration to hands-on art making in the Art Studio. Whether visiting for the first time or returning as a regular, summer offers countless opportunities to discover the joy of picture books and creativity together. Open late on Thursdays in July and August. 

Location: 
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst, MA 01002, United States
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*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Contact name: 
Guest services
Email address: 
Dates: 
07/30/2026
08/06/2026
08/13/2026
Time: 
4:00 - 8:00 pm
Price: 
All activities free with Museum Admission $15 adults. $10 children, students and seniors.

Ages

All Ages