Northampton’s Academy of Music will host KidsBestFest. Admission is free, but donations are accepted at the door to help keep the tradition running. Director of the Arts Council Brian Foote told Reminder Publishing that KidsBestFest annually highlights the city’s youth by transforming the Academy into a vibrant, high-energy space for families during winter break. “KidsBestFest has its roots in our long-standing ‘Four Sundays’ series, which the Northampton Arts Council has produced for decades to brighten up the winter months. “We are proud to keep this event free for everyone.