Mullins Center
200 commonwealth ave., phone: +1 413-545-3001, (http://www.mullinscenter.com). the mullins center is home to umass athletics as well as the latest rock and pop bands who frequently make this center a stop on their nationwide tours. there is also a public skating rink as a fun alternative. just make sure to check their schedule as the rink hours are pretty irregular.
The Norwottuck Rail Trail
(http://www.hadleyonline.c...). scenic ten mile paved trail passing through the towns of amherst, hadley, and northampton. great for biking, jogging, roller blading, or just walking along. there are many places to get on and it's a great way to spend the day with your family, friends, or even on your own, with rest places and picnic tables along the way. there is also an extension now that you can get on in northampton, pick up your bike and go over the railroad tracks, that takes you to look park (http://www.lookpark.org) in florence.
Fine Arts Center
145 fine arts center, phone: +1 413-545-0481, (http://www.umass.edu/fac). located on the umass campus, this center offers a variety of arts and education programs year round with excellent prices. make sure to check out their calendar of events when you're in the area. if you're a student at one of the five colleges, don't miss your chance to attend a great performance for as low as $7-$15.
Amherst Cinema
28 amity st., phone: +1 413-253-2547, (http://www.amherstcinema.org). amherst's only non-profit movie theater. recently opened and very modern with small but very nice theaters playing primarily independent films. tickets range from $6.50 to $8.50, offering discount prices for students and members.
Because of the large population of college students, there are frequent concerts, and other activities that cater to the college crowd.