Fairs & Festivals
AHA! Night (Rain or Shine), New Bedford, Free
Thu, April 11, 2024 - Thu, December 12, 2024
AHA! (Art-History-Architecture) Night is New Bedford’s Free arts and culture event which takes place the 2nd Thursday of every month in downtown New Bedford.
Thu, April 11, 2024 - Thu, December 12, 2024
AHA! (Art-History-Architecture) Night is New Bedford’s Free arts and culture event which takes place the 2nd Thursday of every month in downtown New Bedford.
Amesbury Days, Amesbury, Free
Thu, June 27, 2024 - Thu, July 4, 2024
A week of fun is back in Amesbury. Enjoy a full schedule of events beginning Friday, with our Beer and Music Event, Saturday, with our new Amesbury Days 5K on through Sunday July 4th with our Fireworks show,
Thu, June 27, 2024 - Thu, July 4, 2024
A week of fun is back in Amesbury. Enjoy a full schedule of events beginning Friday, with our Beer and Music Event, Saturday, with our new Amesbury Days 5K on through Sunday July 4th with our Fireworks show,
Boston Harborfest & Fireworks 2024, Boston, Free
Mon, July 1, 2024 - Thu, July 4, 2024
Boston Harborfest is a proud tradition celebrating Boston’s maritime and revolutionary history. With hundreds of activities over Independence Day weekend at Boston’s most iconic historic landmarks, this family-friendly...
Mon, July 1, 2024 - Thu, July 4, 2024
Boston Harborfest is a proud tradition celebrating Boston’s maritime and revolutionary history. With hundreds of activities over Independence Day weekend at Boston’s most iconic historic landmarks, this family-friendly...
Needham Fireworks Extravaganza, Needham
Today - Wed, July 3, 2024
Needham Fireworks Extravaganza. Food Tent / Grilled Food, Soft Drinks, and Ice Cream. Children's Entertainment with Pony Rides and Face Painting. Concert by Reminisants, Boston's Best Oldie’s Band. 25 minutes of Fireworks at dusk.
Today - Wed, July 3, 2024
Needham Fireworks Extravaganza. Food Tent / Grilled Food, Soft Drinks, and Ice Cream. Children's Entertainment with Pony Rides and Face Painting. Concert by Reminisants, Boston's Best Oldie’s Band. 25 minutes of Fireworks at dusk.
Bridgewater Arts & Music Festival, Bridgewater, $
Thu, July 4, 2024 - Thu, July 4, 2024
Annual Bridgewater Arts & Music Festival, free admission, events, displays, crafters selling, artists showing, fun for everyone & yummy food! Live music and other performances. Local authors, artists. Kid friendly. Come and stay a while.
Thu, July 4, 2024 - Thu, July 4, 2024
Annual Bridgewater Arts & Music Festival, free admission, events, displays, crafters selling, artists showing, fun for everyone & yummy food! Live music and other performances. Local authors, artists. Kid friendly. Come and stay a while.
It's a Circus! Kids Party in the Arcade!, Plymouth, Free
Thu, July 11, 2024 - Thu, July 11, 2024
It’s a Circus in the Arcade! GPub’s throwing another kids-friendly party on July 11th! Enjoy face painting, dancing to kids’ DJ music, special Kids Circus Happy Meals, popcorn and cotton candy!
Thu, July 11, 2024 - Thu, July 11, 2024
It’s a Circus in the Arcade! GPub’s throwing another kids-friendly party on July 11th! Enjoy face painting, dancing to kids’ DJ music, special Kids Circus Happy Meals, popcorn and cotton candy!
Boston JerkFest, Boston, $$
Fri, July 12, 2024 - Fri, July 12, 2024
Boston JerkFest is a family-friendly Caribbean style food festival that features Jamaican jerk spiced food and all things spicy and jerk hot! Bring your friends and family and join us for a unique & memorable experience
Fri, July 12, 2024 - Fri, July 12, 2024
Boston JerkFest is a family-friendly Caribbean style food festival that features Jamaican jerk spiced food and all things spicy and jerk hot! Bring your friends and family and join us for a unique & memorable experience
Somerville ArtBeat 2024 Festival, Somerville
Sat, July 13, 2024 - Sat, July 13, 2024
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of art and creativity at ArtBeat 2024, one of the largest festivals of the season! This year's ArtBeat theme is “Wild.”
Sat, July 13, 2024 - Sat, July 13, 2024
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of art and creativity at ArtBeat 2024, one of the largest festivals of the season! This year's ArtBeat theme is “Wild.”
Somerville ArtBeat 2024 Festival, Somerville
Sat, July 13, 2024 - Sat, July 13, 2024
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of art and creativity at ArtBeat 2024, one of the largest festivals of the season! This year's ArtBeat theme is “Wild.”
Sat, July 13, 2024 - Sat, July 13, 2024
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of art and creativity at ArtBeat 2024, one of the largest festivals of the season! This year's ArtBeat theme is “Wild.”
Worcester Children's Business Fair, Worcester, Free
Sun, July 14, 2024 - Sun, July 14, 2024
Worcester Children’s Business Fair will host 30 young entrepreneurs at The Burncoat Center for Arts and Wellness on July 14th from 1-5pm, showcasing children's entrepreneurial genius!
Sun, July 14, 2024 - Sun, July 14, 2024
Worcester Children’s Business Fair will host 30 young entrepreneurs at The Burncoat Center for Arts and Wellness on July 14th from 1-5pm, showcasing children's entrepreneurial genius!
Dedham Square Circle’s Summer Stroll, Dedham, Free
Thu, July 18, 2024 - Thu, July 18, 2024
Dedham Square shuts down to vehicle traffic and opens up to foot traffic, live music, art, food, activities, and shopping Square businesses and street vendors. There will be fun and games for kids & adults
Thu, July 18, 2024 - Thu, July 18, 2024
Dedham Square shuts down to vehicle traffic and opens up to foot traffic, live music, art, food, activities, and shopping Square businesses and street vendors. There will be fun and games for kids & adults
Needham Carnival, Needham
Thu, July 18, 2024 - Sun, July 21, 2024
Needham Carnival July 18-21 - Little kid rides, big kid rides, midway, carnival food. This good old fashion carnival is fun for kids of all ages.
Thu, July 18, 2024 - Sun, July 21, 2024
Needham Carnival July 18-21 - Little kid rides, big kid rides, midway, carnival food. This good old fashion carnival is fun for kids of all ages.
Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival 2024, Revere, Free
Fri, July 19, 2024 - Sun, July 21, 2024
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is one of the largest sand sculpting festivals in the world. Enjoy lots of live entertainment, delicious food trucks, amusements and fun for the whole family.
Fri, July 19, 2024 - Sun, July 21, 2024
The Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is one of the largest sand sculpting festivals in the world. Enjoy lots of live entertainment, delicious food trucks, amusements and fun for the whole family.
Hype the Arts, Framingham, Free
Sat, July 20, 2024 - Sat, July 20, 2024
We invite the community to join us for a FREE event celebrating art! All are welcome for a vibrant afternoon at the Danforth Art Museum and School!
Sat, July 20, 2024 - Sat, July 20, 2024
We invite the community to join us for a FREE event celebrating art! All are welcome for a vibrant afternoon at the Danforth Art Museum and School!
Newport Folk Festival, Rhode Island, $$$
Fri, July 26, 2024 - Sun, July 28, 2024
Recognized worldwide, the Newport Folk Festival is a 2-day music event celebrating the rich musical talents of folk singers all over the globe.
Fri, July 26, 2024 - Sun, July 28, 2024
Recognized worldwide, the Newport Folk Festival is a 2-day music event celebrating the rich musical talents of folk singers all over the globe.
KidsFest at The Lot, Boston, Free
Sat, July 27, 2024
Don’t miss our first Kidsfest at The LOT in Southie! Bring the whole family for a day packed with games, art, and science. Food will be available for purchase, and all activities are free of charge.
Sat, July 27, 2024
Don’t miss our first Kidsfest at The LOT in Southie! Bring the whole family for a day packed with games, art, and science. Food will be available for purchase, and all activities are free of charge.
Puerto Rican Festival 2023, Boston, Free
Sat, July 27, 2024 - Sun, July 28, 2024
The annual Puerto Rican Festival is our flagship event, bringing together people from all cultures and walks of life to celebrate and join our community.
Sat, July 27, 2024 - Sun, July 28, 2024
The annual Puerto Rican Festival is our flagship event, bringing together people from all cultures and walks of life to celebrate and join our community.
Block Party Beverly, Beverly, Free
Sat, July 27, 2024 - Sat, July 27, 2024
Block Party Beverly is a high energy neighborhood street party, featuring multiple stages of live music and entertainment, games & activities, beer, wine, and amazing local food vendors.
Sat, July 27, 2024 - Sat, July 27, 2024
Block Party Beverly is a high energy neighborhood street party, featuring multiple stages of live music and entertainment, games & activities, beer, wine, and amazing local food vendors.
Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival, Cape Cod, Free
Tue, July 30, 2024 - Fri, August 16, 2024
Hailed by The New York Times as “a triumph of quality,” the Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF) today announced its 2024 summer concert series, running from July 30-August 16, 2024.
Tue, July 30, 2024 - Fri, August 16, 2024
Hailed by The New York Times as “a triumph of quality,” the Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival (CCCMF) today announced its 2024 summer concert series, running from July 30-August 16, 2024.
North End Italian Feasts & Processions Guide 2024, Boston, Free
Thu, August 1, 2024 - Sun, September 8, 2024
Here is a handy guide of the North End Italian Feasts & Processions for Summer 2024. Processions are short parades followed by a mass. Feasts are weekend-long festive events that combine a procession, entertainment,...
Thu, August 1, 2024 - Sun, September 8, 2024
Here is a handy guide of the North End Italian Feasts & Processions for Summer 2024. Processions are short parades followed by a mass. Feasts are weekend-long festive events that combine a procession, entertainment,...
Journey to Jericho ATV Weekend, Berlin
Fri, August 2, 2024 - Sat, August 3, 2024
Get ready for the 2024 Journey to Jericho ATV Weekend, presented by Title Sponsor Progressive, August 2nd and 3rd in Northern NH’s Androscoggin Valley. Join us to escape the ordinary!
Fri, August 2, 2024 - Sat, August 3, 2024
Get ready for the 2024 Journey to Jericho ATV Weekend, presented by Title Sponsor Progressive, August 2nd and 3rd in Northern NH’s Androscoggin Valley. Join us to escape the ordinary!
Beverly Homecoming Days & Fireworks, Beverly, $
Tue, August 6, 2024 - Sun, August 11, 2024
The annual Beverly Homecoming offers concerts, a carnival, contests, picnics, a lobster festival, flea markets, barbecues, arts shows, and fireworks!
Tue, August 6, 2024 - Sun, August 11, 2024
The annual Beverly Homecoming offers concerts, a carnival, contests, picnics, a lobster festival, flea markets, barbecues, arts shows, and fireworks!
The Bolton Fair 2024, Bolton, $
Fri, August 9, 2024 - Sun, August 11, 2024
The quintessential New England Fair with fun for the whole family. Great entertainment, animals, midway, live music, craft village, tractor pull, and monster trucks. The Bolton Fair will be open three full, fun-filled...
Fri, August 9, 2024 - Sun, August 11, 2024
The quintessential New England Fair with fun for the whole family. Great entertainment, animals, midway, live music, craft village, tractor pull, and monster trucks. The Bolton Fair will be open three full, fun-filled...
East Coast Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, Massachusetts, $
Fri, August 9, 2024 - Sun, August 11, 2024
Discover minerals from around the globe at the East Coast Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, August 9-11, 2024 at the Eastern States Exposition Better Living Center, home of THE BIG E.
Fri, August 9, 2024 - Sun, August 11, 2024
Discover minerals from around the globe at the East Coast Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, August 9-11, 2024 at the Eastern States Exposition Better Living Center, home of THE BIG E.
Fisherman's Feast 2024, Boston, Free
Thu, August 15, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
The oldest continuous Italian festival in the North End. This year the Feast takes place on North, Lewis, and Fleet Streets with its usual enticing selection of entertainment, food and traditional processions.
Thu, August 15, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
The oldest continuous Italian festival in the North End. This year the Feast takes place on North, Lewis, and Fleet Streets with its usual enticing selection of entertainment, food and traditional processions.
Fisherman's Feast, Boston, Free
Thu, August 15, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
The oldest continuous Italian festival in the North End. This year the Feast takes place on North, Lewis, and Fleet Streets with its usual enticing selection of entertainment, food and traditional processions.
Thu, August 15, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
The oldest continuous Italian festival in the North End. This year the Feast takes place on North, Lewis, and Fleet Streets with its usual enticing selection of entertainment, food and traditional processions.
Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival, Gloucester, Free
Sat, August 17, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
The historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor will blossom into color, flavor and music for the 42nd Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival. Over 150 juried Artisans, Artists, Authors, Food Vendors and Musicians will be on hand.
Sat, August 17, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
The historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor will blossom into color, flavor and music for the 42nd Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival. Over 150 juried Artisans, Artists, Authors, Food Vendors and Musicians will be on hand.
Gloucester Waterfront Festival, Gloucester, Free
Sat, August 17, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
Historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor hosts this colorful festival, with live music and children's activities, delicious ethnic & New England foods, and more.
Sat, August 17, 2024 - Sun, August 18, 2024
Historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor hosts this colorful festival, with live music and children's activities, delicious ethnic & New England foods, and more.
10th Annual Cars in the Park, Central Mass, Free
Sat, August 17, 2024 - Sat, August 17, 2024
The Whitin Community Center’s 10th Annual Cars In The Park (CITP) will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 10am-3pm, in our beautiful 7.5 acre Whitin Park, 60 Main Street in Whitinsville MA.
Sat, August 17, 2024 - Sat, August 17, 2024
The Whitin Community Center’s 10th Annual Cars In The Park (CITP) will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 10am-3pm, in our beautiful 7.5 acre Whitin Park, 60 Main Street in Whitinsville MA.
St. Anthony's Feast 2024, Boston, Free
Thu, August 22, 2024 - Sun, August 25, 2024
The St. Anthony's Feast in the North End of Boston is celebrated each year on the last weekend in August. Enjoy parades, live music, delicious food and a festive decorated atmosphere.
Thu, August 22, 2024 - Sun, August 25, 2024
The St. Anthony's Feast in the North End of Boston is celebrated each year on the last weekend in August. Enjoy parades, live music, delicious food and a festive decorated atmosphere.
40th Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival, Gloucester, Free
Sun, September 1, 2024 - Sun, September 1, 2024
Enjoy the Mayor's Race for schooners, parade of sail, deck tours, public sails, and other maritime activities. For three days, Gloucester Harbor hosts a mix of old and new, as modern-day fishermen share their home port...
Sun, September 1, 2024 - Sun, September 1, 2024
Enjoy the Mayor's Race for schooners, parade of sail, deck tours, public sails, and other maritime activities. For three days, Gloucester Harbor hosts a mix of old and new, as modern-day fishermen share their home port...
The Sterling Fair, Sterling, Free
Fri, September 6, 2024 - Sun, September 8, 2024
A family oriented, community, agricultural fair with the emphasis on agriculture and education. Last year's attendance was over 40,000 people.
Fri, September 6, 2024 - Sun, September 8, 2024
A family oriented, community, agricultural fair with the emphasis on agriculture and education. Last year's attendance was over 40,000 people.
Silver Scream Con, Worcester
Fri, September 13, 2024 - Sun, September 15, 2024
Silver Scream con curated by Ice Nine Kills frontman and Mass. native Spencer Charnas, brings together the horror community for meet and greets, music and more.
Fri, September 13, 2024 - Sun, September 15, 2024
Silver Scream con curated by Ice Nine Kills frontman and Mass. native Spencer Charnas, brings together the horror community for meet and greets, music and more.
The Big E 2024, Western Mass, $$$
Fri, September 13, 2024 - Sun, September 29, 2024
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Fri, September 13, 2024 - Sun, September 29, 2024
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Belchertown Fair, Western Mass, Free
Fri, September 20, 2024 - Sun, September 22, 2024
The Belchertown Fair is a family friendly event held on the common in the middle of the community. It remains free to attendees offering a wide variety of activities and amusements for people of all ages.
Fri, September 20, 2024 - Sun, September 22, 2024
The Belchertown Fair is a family friendly event held on the common in the middle of the community. It remains free to attendees offering a wide variety of activities and amusements for people of all ages.
Arlington Town Day, Arlington, Free
Sat, September 21, 2024 - Sat, September 21, 2024
Enjoy the annual Arlington Town Day - a family & community festival celebrating Arlington. Music, entertainment, pony rides, crafts, food & more!
Sat, September 21, 2024 - Sat, September 21, 2024
Enjoy the annual Arlington Town Day - a family & community festival celebrating Arlington. Music, entertainment, pony rides, crafts, food & more!
Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum Muster, Sudbury, $
Mon, September 30, 2024 - Mon, September 30, 2024
Join us for the 50th Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum Muster! The 1700s come alive with an encampment, period music, crafts, vendors, demonstrations, and contra dancing.
Mon, September 30, 2024 - Mon, September 30, 2024
Join us for the 50th Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum Muster! The 1700s come alive with an encampment, period music, crafts, vendors, demonstrations, and contra dancing.
Topsfield Fair 2024, Topsfield, $$
Fri, October 4, 2024 - Mon, October 14, 2024
Enjoy America's oldest and finest agricultural fair w/ New England‘s largest carnival midway, cool demos, (ranging from beekeeping to miniature trains), a Grange Museum, pumpkin weigh-offs, live entertainment and the...
Fri, October 4, 2024 - Mon, October 14, 2024
Enjoy America's oldest and finest agricultural fair w/ New England‘s largest carnival midway, cool demos, (ranging from beekeeping to miniature trains), a Grange Museum, pumpkin weigh-offs, live entertainment and the...
Yarmouth Seaside Festival, Yarmouth, Free
Sat, October 12, 2024 - Sun, October 13, 2024
Enjoy a craft fair of more than 125 crafters from all over the country, food vendors with a fabulous selection of foods to sample, continual musical entertainment, high-quality children’s events, kayak and canoe race,...
Sat, October 12, 2024 - Sun, October 13, 2024
Enjoy a craft fair of more than 125 crafters from all over the country, food vendors with a fabulous selection of foods to sample, continual musical entertainment, high-quality children’s events, kayak and canoe race,...
Head of The Charles Regatta 2024, Cambridge, Free
Fri, October 18, 2024 - Sun, October 20, 2024
Watch rowing teams compete from all over the country and take in the sights of autumn along the banks of the Charles River.
Fri, October 18, 2024 - Sun, October 20, 2024
Watch rowing teams compete from all over the country and take in the sights of autumn along the banks of the Charles River.
Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake Sale, Needham, $
Sat, October 26, 2024 - Sat, October 26, 2024
41st Annual Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake Sale. This event features 100+ vendors selling their high-quality homemade items along with delicious baked goods.
Sat, October 26, 2024 - Sat, October 26, 2024
41st Annual Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake Sale. This event features 100+ vendors selling their high-quality homemade items along with delicious baked goods.
Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake Sale, Needham, $
Sat, October 26, 2024 - Sat, October 26, 2024
41st Annual Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake Sale. This event features 100+ vendors selling their high-quality homemade items along with delicious baked goods.
Sat, October 26, 2024 - Sat, October 26, 2024
41st Annual Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake Sale. This event features 100+ vendors selling their high-quality homemade items along with delicious baked goods.
Creatività Italiana, Boston, Free
Thu, November 21, 2024 - Sat, November 23, 2024
To be held at Boston's iconic SoWa Power Station, Creatività Italiana promises to be a celebration of Italian genius and innovation across time and sectors.
Thu, November 21, 2024 - Sat, November 23, 2024
To be held at Boston's iconic SoWa Power Station, Creatività Italiana promises to be a celebration of Italian genius and innovation across time and sectors.
Marshfield Fair 2024, Marshfield, $
Sat, August 16, 2025 - Mon, August 25, 2025
This year's fair offers great family entertainment with hundreds of farm animals, daily free shows, free grandstand attractions, arts & crafts, 4 H & Agricultural exhibits, horticultural displays & much more.
Sat, August 16, 2025 - Mon, August 25, 2025
This year's fair offers great family entertainment with hundreds of farm animals, daily free shows, free grandstand attractions, arts & crafts, 4 H & Agricultural exhibits, horticultural displays & much more.