A Night to Remember at the Amherst Block Party

The 10th Annual Amherst Downtown Block Party lit up North Pleasant Street — and we were there to celebrate!

Last September, Amherst Innovative Living joined the festivities with a high-energy booth and a giveaway just for residents of their communities: a chance to win a $100 Amherst Area Gift Card!

Where It All Happened

From 5 PM to 9 PM, members of the Amherst Innovative Living team greeted visitors at our booth in front of The Works Café, right across from the Amherst Oyster Bar. Residents of our communities had the exclusive opportunity to enter the drawing and connect with our team during the evening’s excitement.

What Made This Block Party Unforgettable

This year's event featured everything from acrobats and juggling to live music, games, and local food — a true celebration of Amherst’s vibrant community. Two stages kept the energy going all night long:

Main Stage Performances:

  • 🎸 The Yasu Suzuki Method

  • 🎶 Acousticca

  • 🌳 Tap Roots

Showcase Stage at 1 East Pleasant Street:

  • 🥋 Shaolin Kung Fu

  • 📚 Songs and Stories for All Ages

  • 🍺 Green Street Brew

  • 🥁 Wendell Warriors (West African Drums)

  • 🎭 Starlight Youth Theater

  • 💃 Amherst Regional School Dance

  • 🎈 Balloon Pop

  • 🪀 YoYo People

  • ✨ All night: Magic Tree Henna & Face Painting

A Big Thank You

We’re grateful to everyone who stopped by our booth, entered the giveaway, or just said hi! Special thanks to @amherstdowntown, @townofamherst, and the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce (@amherstareacc) for organizing such a fun and welcoming event — and to Amherst College for sponsoring the night.

We loved connecting with you all and can’t wait for next year’s celebration!

Amy Jewitt