Francis R. Carroll Plaza
Featuring the outdoor Bank of America Stage
Savor the Summer with Free Events on the Plaza
Join us on the plaza this summer for any of our upcoming events, FREE and open to the public! For a full list of events on Francis R. Carroll Plaza, utilize the venue filter on our event listing.
Lunchtime Concert Series
After a successful first summer of performances on the outdoor Bank of America Stage in 2023, the Lunchtime Concert Series returns with a brand-new lineup performing FREE live music every Wednesday from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, July 10 – August 28. These concerts are the perfect excuse to get out of the office and enjoy the vibrant downtown scene this summer.
The Party Band | July 10
Clatta Bumboo | July 17
The Suitcase Junket | July 24
Girls Just Want To Have Fun | July 31
Scottish Fish | August 7
Hot Honey | August 14
Kotoko Brass | August 21
Stomp N’ Holler | August 28
Stay tuned for the 2024 food truck lineup!
Curtain Call Beer & Wine Garden
Join us on select dates from 4-7 pm for our Curtain Call Beer & Wine Garden, where you can indulge in refreshing brews and fine wines. Enjoy music and bask in the summer sun. Carroll Plaza is the perfect backdrop for a vibrant evening with friends and the community!
Tuesday, July 9
Tuesday, July 16
Thursday, August 1
Thursday, August 8
Tai Chi Tuesdays
Join us for Tai Chi Tuesdays for a study in grace and balance, a meditation in motion, a method of increasing flexibility and ease of motion, and a great stress reliever. Tai Chi takes place Tuesday mornings July 9 – August 27 from 7:30-8:30 am on Carroll Plaza!
Free Evening Events
Our 3rd annual Christmas in July is coming up on Thursday, July 25 at 5 pm, the only indoor/outdoor event of its kind at The Hanover Theatre!
Join us for an extraterrestrial invasion under the stars featuring international performance group BIG NAZO on Saturday, August 3 at 7 pm and 8:15 pm. The rain date is Saturday, August 24.
Immerse Yourself in the Arts on Francis R. Carroll Plaza
Francis R. Carroll Plaza is the public outdoor space located in front of The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory dedicated to celebrating art, culture and community. This space pays tribute to Worcester businessman and veteran Francis R. Carroll, who is celebrated locally and nationally for his exceptional contributions to charitable organizations and philanthropic efforts. The vision for Carroll Plaza was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the City of Worcester, local community organizations and generous contributions from individuals and corporations committed to the city’s growth and prosperity.
With the addition of the outdoor stage generously sponsored by Bank of America and programming of the space by The Hanover Theatre, the plaza promises a powerful commitment to the arts through free programming open to the public.
Carroll Plaza also showcases the public art installation “Calliope” by Ross Miller, which was inspired by The Hanover Theatre’s own historic Mighty Wurlitzer Organ and features a light display. Francis R. Carroll Plaza marks an exciting chapter in Worcester’s history, an emblem of its determination to evolve as a thriving cultural destination.
For information on booking Francis R. Carroll Plaza and the outdoor Bank of America Stage contact Andrew Plummer, programming and booking associate, at [email protected].
