update?: I remember scanning the badge after waiting in what is apparently now called the overflow…read moreline. Is the time spent in each line being tracked? When I first went many years ago, there were no badges back then, so I don't see how management could know that the wait was *never* that long. I gave it a more positive review 6 years ago for being unique - that's why I wanted to go again, but it didn't hit the same the second time... perhaps I expected more to change over half a decade. For being so dependent on story telling, the little videos throughout the haunt have terrible audio quality. This is one of 10 haunts I visited this year, the lack of jump scares isn't the issue.

Horrible very noisy , waste of time haunt. The review that mentions waiting for hours in two…read moredifferent rooms is very true. We waited in the smaller room for 2 hours. The haunt prides it self on making people wait for 5 hours! It did not flow at all. You spent more time waiting for doors to Open then anything else. They made sure you didn't see any other group. Not scary at all. The scary part was waiting in line. You could not move forward until you watched a video in every other room. Hardly any actors in the haunt. I wish I could get a refund for this horrible experience. The worst haunt I have ever been too.

The Big E is a must stop for Fall…read more I didn't get a picture of everything but I have been going to the big E for years and love the diversity of food, the drinks, experiences, and crafts that are offered here. I always make a point to try the maple donuts (not pictured) but there are so many options that it's almost overwhelming! If you're going for the first time then be sure to go through the state houses for local treats and savory foods. No matter what you're craving, you can probably find it here.

The Big E: A Full Day of Food, Fun & A LOT of Walking!…read more I went to The Big E on Saturday, and if there's one thing I can say right away: come prepared for traffic, crowds, walking, and spending money but there is SO much to see and do! Parking & Getting In The traffic getting to The Big E was INSANE. Once we got into the area, it took us about an hour just waiting to be able to park. We ended up parking at Gate 9 in the public parking area, but parking isn't free. There were also plenty of private lots around The Big E charging different prices, so definitely factor parking into your budget. The good news is that once we actually got parked, entry into the fair was super easy. We didn't have to wait at all. We bought our tickets online ahead of time and got a good deal, so I definitely recommend checking online before going. ‍‍‍ Something for Everyone Once inside, there was SO much happening. There were tons of things to see, food everywhere, desserts, vendors, entertainment, rides, and a parade where they were throwing beads. Even though it was packed because it was the weekend, we were still able to walk around without constantly being shoulder-to-shoulder with people. There are definitely things for all ages, whether you're going with kids, friends, or just looking for a fun day out. Unfortunately, I didn't get the opportunity to visit the different state buildings. A lot of the attractions and entertainment had lines ranging anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, so we had to choose where we wanted to spend our time. Midway & Rides The midway was definitely one of the busiest areas. The lines for the rides and entertainment were extremely long. We even purchased the additional Fast Pass, but even those lines were still pretty long. While we were waiting in one of the lines, a fight broke out. The sheriffs responded promptly and cleared the area, but the ride was temporarily closed because of the incident, so we ended up having to wait even longer. Thankfully, that was an isolated incident and didn't ruin the overall experience for us. Now Let's Talk About the FOOD! There were SO many food options that it was honestly impossible to try everything in one day. We had corn dogs, and my kids had chicken tenders with fries topped with bacon and cheddar. I also tried a Wagyu surf-and-turf burger with lobster, which was definitely one of the more interesting things I ate that day. I also tried an alligator burger, because when else are you going to get the opportunity to try something like that at a fair? And on our way home, I had some mini donuts, which were absolutely delicious. Those were such a good sweet treat to end the day. Season Cups We also purchased the seasonal cups for $11, and you can refill them for $5 at participating locations. If you're planning to drink throughout the day, this is something worth considering. Be Prepared to Spend This is probably one of the biggest things I would tell anyone planning to go: bring enough money! For a family of three, I spent nearly $400 at The Big E, and that DOES NOT include the cost of our admission tickets. Between food, drinks, rides, parking, and everything else, it adds up very quickly. Clean & Plenty of Places to Rest One thing I really appreciated was that the bathrooms were clean. There were also plenty of sitting areas throughout the grounds. Every time we needed to stop and sit down, we were able to find somewhere available. And trust me, you're going to want those sitting areas because there is A LOT of walking! Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to be on your feet for most of the day. Overall Despite the traffic, the long waits, and how much we spent, we had a great time at The Big E. There is so much to see, eat, experience, and explore that I can understand why people come back year after year. I do think you need to plan your day strategically because you probably won't be able to do everything, especially on a busy weekend. If you want to see the state buildings, ride several rides, eat, shop, and catch entertainment, be prepared to spend a LOT of time there. For me, The Big E was definitely an experience. Would I go back? Absolutely. But next time, I'll be planning ahead, wearing my most comfortable shoes, budgeting more money, and mentally preparing myself for that traffic! Come for the experience. Stay for the food. And definitely bring your walking shoes!

Very good viewing to a smartly decorated stage. Phones are silenced during the show. I'm taking…read morein Come From Away. A lively musical based on the closed airspace during 9/11.

What a great place to meet friends, see a show and have a dining experience all in the same…read moreneighborhood. Easy to find with google maps and the theater really delivers great plays and musicals. Thanks!

As a WNBA fan, and lifelong basketball fan, I was blown away by the level of respect the Hall of…read moreFame gives to women athletes. Coming in, I was expecting for the building to focus on predominantly male athletes and get some tidbits of the women's game here and there. Because that's usually how it goes. Instead, I got a pretty large selection of content. In the historical section, which I was most interested in, there were so many artifacts from the women's teams, I could have spent hours there alone. The games and videos and promotional material all highlighted women beyond tokenism too. In most cases, for every highlight of a man, there was a highlight of a woman. Even the little things like the disposable inserts of the frames they were selling at the gift shop- had several women incorporated. And the gift shop wasn't segregated with a WNBA corner like every other basketball store I've ever been in, it was dispersed throughout the store. There was less W merch, but there was still a more meaningful selection than usual. I'd love to see an exhibition for a female player soon the way they have an exhibition for Steph rn. And there was great disability representation. The building itself is accessible with an elevator, spacious aisles, captions on all videos, large bathrooms with the more than one accessible stall. The museum is so impressively interactive, too. I would come back again and again. There are two main floors of content and a third bottom floor that is a basketball court. As a slow museum reader it took me 3 hours to get through. There is a Subway and a nicer tavern restaurant right in the building on either entrance. There is a Pizzeria UNO's in the same plaza as well.

I am a huge NBA fan, so when I arrived to find it located within a strip mall, I was a bit…read moredisappointed. The venue itself was much smaller than I anticipated too. There are basically three floors offering different exhibits/experiences but nothing crazy. The third floor had some nba hand/height comparisons, but honestly you could do some of this at the nba store in nyc. I enjoyed the Kobe exhibit and some of the historical items, but was also confused that they had stuff for people who weren't in the HoF yet (Stephen Curry had an entire exhibit). Also, I expected more than just a wall of names for the actual HoF "hall" area. Overall, cool to look around the exhibit and shoot/dunk hoops at the end, but underwhelming overall. It just seemed like some rich guy's collection of basketball memorabilia. Only worth checking out if you're in the area, but I wouldn't center a trip around it.

I happened to notice Agawam Cinemas and stopped by to learn more. The staff member who helped me--I…read morebelieve her name was Tracy--explained the place really well and made it feel worth stopping by. Tracy, sorry if I got your name wrong, but I appreciated your help! I'd definitely come back with friends to catch a movie.

Affordable prices on movie tickets and snacks. Staff was super friendly! The theater is very…read morenostalgic and is great for a date night.

I Iove creative dance I've been dancing there since I was 5. They have wonderful staff and teachersread more

Another outstanding show. Thank you John S. for helping to produce the hobby's best train show…read more Despite the cold, it was a strong showing as many attendees decided to arrive on Saturday ahead of the snow. I recommend stopping by the Eastern States' Wine Bar and getting a glass of Coco Noir to warm you up. Will return in 2027. Highly recommended. Something for everyone to see.

I have been going to this show for decades, first as a casual attendee, lately as part of a crew…read morethat runs a model railroad at the show. I have watched it expand from one building to four. If you have not been, you will be overwhelmed with the experience. Too many layouts to absorb in one day, all the big manufacturers with their latest projects, clinics, children's activities, small manufacturers selling great stuff at a discount, every little thing you need to start or expand in model railroading. THE place to see the latest innovations in tech, as well as discover that long lost kit you were looking for. New layouts every year, changes every year. I have no idea what show Bob T. went to, but clearly not this one. As a layout presenter for the past fifteen years or so I can certify that the kids will be enchanted and adults overwhelmed. I see the faces every year. It is a highlight of my model railroading calendar. Not to be missed!

Grounds are lovely. Home is as well maintained as funding allows…read more Please donate to the preservation of this home.

As someone who has loved and cherished Emily Dickinson's poetry my entire life, I hate to leave…read moresuch a bad review, but it was my honest experience. So, they strongly recommend you order your tickets online to make sure there is enough availability, so I did. However, when we got to the museum, they said something along the lines of our tickets being invalid for some reason. We were a party of elderly and disabled people so if something went wrong on their online system or the ticket order wasn't processed correctly we should not be punished. They refused to let us in, but at least we could walk around the grounds for free, and they were truly very lovely; unfortunately, the people who run the museum are not.