Downtown Dessert Crawl 2026!
Grab your friends and follow your sweet tooth through Amherst for the 2nd Annual Downtown Dessert Crawl! This event will take place Saturday, March 28 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This delicious adventure features dessert samples from local businesses, a fun scavenger hunt, and the chance to explore some of your favorite downtown spots.
Stroll from stop to stop, discover new places, and enjoy a variety of sweet bites from Amherst’s beloved businesses. Bring friends, family, or make it a fun afternoon out!
Dessert Crawl Stops:
The event is family-friendly and open to all ages. Tickets are on sale now for $25 for adults and $15 for youth (12 and under). Parking is available throughout downtown.
Curious how it works?
Step One: Check-In & Wristband Pickup
📍 Location: Visitors Information Center – 35 South Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002
✔️ Stop by the Visitors Information Center to pick up your wristband. ⏳ Time: Pickup wristbands throughout the afternoon at:
3:00pm
4:00pm
5:00pm
✔️ This wristband grants you access to dessert samples at the participating venues.
Step Two: Start Your Dessert Adventure
🏪 Visit participating venues at your own pace! Show your wristband at each stop to receive your exclusive dessert sample.
💡 Pro Tip: Some stops may have lines, so plan accordingly and explore the area while you wait!
Step Three: Join the Scavenger Hunt (Optional)
🎯 Want to add some adventure to your dessert crawl? Follow along using the Brightr Passport or pick up a scavenger hunt card at check - in and complete fun challenges along the way!
🏆 How to Win:
✔️ Complete as many challenges as possible.
✔️ Return to the Visitors Information Center by 6:00 PM to confirm the amount of tickets you’ve earned, and you'll be entered into the prize drawing!
Step Four: Share the Fun & Support Local Businesses
📸 Snap photos of your favorite desserts and tag @amherstdowntown on social media!
🛍️ Show some love to the businesses you visit by following them online, leaving reviews and coming back for moew!
Don’t miss Amherst’s sweetest event! Get your tickets and join us downtown!