Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Happy New Year! You’re invited to attend First Night—Northampton’s most beloved signature event. Since 1985, First Night Northampton has filled Paradise City with a 12-hour, family-friendly festival of the arts, culminating in a traditional ball-raising from the roof of the Hotel Northampton. Gather with friends, neighbors, and visitors at over 20 terrific downtown venues for an astounding array of entertainment presented by hundreds of talented performers.
TRACY GRAMMER's soothing alto, spirited fiddle, entertaining stories, and punchy, intricate guitar work have made her one of folk music's most beloved performers. A one-time member of Joan Baez’s band, she has performed throughout North America, Europe, and Japan playing originals and covers while also paying tribute to the late Dave Carter. JIM HENRY is an accomplished songwriter and one of folk and Americana’s go-to instrumentalists, having spent three-years as a member of Grammy-winner Mary Chapin Carpenter’s band. GRAMMER and HENRY met in 2002 on the steps in front of the Iron Horse and their multi-instrumental acoustic duo quickly became synonymous with impeccable musicianship, perfect harmonies, a diverse repertoire, and the kind of musical chemistry and humorous banter you’d expect from musicians who have been playing together for two decades.
