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Events Calendar - 2025

Find a multitude of fun events and great things to do, including weekend events, throughout the year, like music, festivals, comedy, outdoor fun, boat cruises, excursions for families and kids, food, wine and beer tastings.

Check out the listings of year-round Fairs & Festivals throughout New England. Also be sure to read our list of Great Things To Do in New England. Whether you're curious about what to this weekend, this month, or this season, we have you covered.

For events specifically related to the anniversary of the American Revolution, please visit our MA250 Events Calendar.

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Patriot Pass Savings at Concord Museum

May 5, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 Concord Museum - 58 Main Street Concord, MA 01742

New for spring - get your Patriot Pass, a discounted bundled admission package that gives you admission to the Concord Museum and a guided historic walking tour with the Concord Visitor Center. On sale May 5th!
Open Tues-Sun 10AM - 4PM
Adults $32, Senior, $24, Youth $16.

CowParade at Old Sturbridge Village

Jun 21, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025 Old Sturbridge Village Sturbridge, MA

Old  Sturbridge Village has always had cows - this summer we have even more! Come see over two dozen, life-size cow sculptures creatively decorated by New England artists as they “graze” amongst our 1830s homes, gardens, and meadows. One season, one unforgettable art experience - bring your whole herd to CowParade Old Sturbridge Village. CowParade has found its way to 80+ cities in 62 countries, delighting 250 million people around the globe. This summer, the herd stops in Sturbridge, MA where visitors will be udderly enamored by the creativity of 25+ New England artists who have transformed life-size cow sculptures into a moo-ving and memorable art exhibit.
Weds-Sun, 9:30AM - 5PM
Regular Admission: Adults $30, Seniors 55+ $28, Ages 4-17 & College Students w/ID $15, 3 and under FREE

BAMS Festival 2025

Jun 28, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 Playstead Field at Franklin Park - 1 Pierpoint Avenue Boston, MA 02119

Experience two days of Black joy, including some of the biggest names in music, live DJ sets, food trucks, dance performances, and so much more at the 6th annual BAMS Festival! Join 10,000 friends at Franklin Park’s Playstead Field and enjoy live R&B, funk, soul, hip hop, house and more performed by nationally acclaimed artists and homegrown talent. Immerse yourself in connection all while discovering the artistry of Black and Brown performers as they bring their culture and creativity to Boston’s largest green space. In addition to the main music stage, there will be a family-friendly creative stage featuring local youth recording and performing artists. The festival is open to the public of all ages.
Noon - 9PM

Boston JerkFest 2025

Jul 11, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025 Harvard Athletic Complex - 145 N. Harvard Street Boston, MA 02134

Boston JerkFest is a family-friendly Caribbean-style food festival offering two days of fun in the sun and featuring Jamaican jerk spiced food and all things jerk hot! The festival features 15 Caribbean restaurants offering tasty Jamaican jerk dishes for purchase, specialty foods, such as authentic Caribbean drinks Seafood Throwdown and Jerk Cook-off Competitions, live reggae and DJ’s, ethnic arts and craft vendors, VIP Reggae Lounge, and Kids & Culture stage. And don’t forget the rum punch at the Reggae Bar! Music Lineup to be announced. Parking available Saturday only for $10 per car.
Sat 5:30 - 8:30PM ; Sun 11AM - 8PM
$8-125

MA Puerto Rican Festival 2025

Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 Franklin Park - 1 Playstead Road Boston, MA 02119

The annual Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts will be held at Franklin Park in Boston! Come immerse yourself in our rich Puerto Rican culture and enjoy music performances, delicious Puerto Rican food from several vendors, carnival rides, local arts & crafts, and more! | El Festival Puertorriqueño de Boston es el 26 y 27 de julio en Franklin Park.
Noon - 10PM

Boston Jazz Festival 2025

Aug 29, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025 Maritime Park - 600 D Street Boston, MA 02210

Join us for a weekend of music and fun on August 29 and 30 at the 15th Annual Boston Jazz Festival! Each year, BJF features performances by some of the best jazz musicians in the business! Since our inception in 2010, we have brought together thousands of attendees and have presented almost 100 recording and international performing artists.
Fri 5 - 10PM ; Sat Noon - 10PM
Free

Arts & Crafts Shows

Chatham Liberty Arts & Craft Festival - Chatham, MA

Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025 https://castleberryfairs.com/chatham-liberty-craft-festival-2025/ Chatham, MA 02633

Join us for the Chatham Liberty Arts & Craft Festival, a two-day celebration of creativity and craftsmanship, taking place on July 12 & 13, 2025, at the picturesque Chatham Community Center Lawn. This annual event showcases a handpicked selection of American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods, drawing Cape visitors from all over to experience unique, high-quality handmade goods. This event is FREE and open to the public, rain or shine!
Sat. 10-5 / Sun. 10-4
Free

Nauset Summer Craft Festival

Aug 9, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025 70 Route 28 Orleans, MA 02653

Mark your calendars for a vibrant weekend of creativity as the Nauset Summer Craft Festival returns on August 9 & 10, 2025, at the spacious Nauset Regional Middle School along Route 28 in Orleans, MA. This annual festival features an impressive lineup of over 100 booths filled with American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods. Whether you're a Cape Cod local or a visitor exploring the area, this event is a must-stop for discovering unique handcrafted goods.
Sat. 10-5 / Sun. 10-4
Free

Fairs & Festivals

St. Peter's Fiesta - Gloucester, MA

Jun 25, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025 Various Locations Gloucester, MA 01930

The St. Peter's Fiesta has long attracted visitors from all over the country. It is an annual celebration in Gloucester taking place on the weekend closest to the Feast Day of St. Peter, June 29. The event is sponsored by the Italian-American fishing community of Gloucester.
The St. Peter's Fiesta of recent years provides a varied program certain to be of interest to all. The entire Italian-American section of Gloucester is decorated with flags, bunting, colored lights and streamers. Some fifty archways are erected over the streets, their colored lights presenting an awe-inspiring sight when viewed at night. An enormous altar and double bandstand several stories high form the focal point of the decorations. The life-sized statue of St. Peter is centered on this altar, lavishly decorated with hundreds of flowers. From the bandstand two concert bands alternate in entertaining every evening of the Fiesta. Sunday morning is the annual open air Mass at the Alter at St. Peter's Square. Hundreds of people gather to take part in this religious ceremony. Following the mass is a procession composed of several bands and floats, hundreds of men and women participants, and the statue of St. Peter carried on the shoulders of eight fishermen. Later in the afternoon the crowds witness the blessing of the Italian-American fishing fleet. The fleet of almost one hundred fishing vessels, all gaily decorated with signal flags, presents a most impressive panorama. After the Bishop blesses the fleet, the vessels' fog horns are blown. These blasts can be heard all over Cape Ann. Various sporting events are held each afternoon during the procession. The Greasy Pole is a contest where brave soles run across a grease covered pole trying to capture a flag. The other event is the Seine Boat Races. Here, twelve man crews prove strength and stamina by rowing against each other in old seine boats in a grueling mile long race.
See Schedule

North Shore Pride Parade & Festival 2025

Jun 28, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 Salem Common - N. Washington Square Salem, MA 01970

Join us in Salem for the 2025 North Shore Price Parade & Festival! The parade kicks off at Noon at Shetland Park (Congress Street) and proceeds to the Common at N. Washington Square, where the festival will already be in full swing. Stick around after the festival ends for an after party!
Noon - 4PM

Boston Harborfest 2025

Jul 2, 2025 - Jul 4, 2025 Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park - 100 Atlantic Ave Boston, MA 02110

From Wednesday, July 2, through Friday, July 4, Boston Harborfest features hundreds of activities over Independence Day week at Boston’s most iconic historic landmarks. This family-friendly event is one of the country’s largest Fourth of July festivals, with activities across Boston, including Downtown Crossing, Christopher Columbus Park, the Rose Kennedy Greenway, and of course on the Harbor itself. Activities include the annual opening ceremony, historical reenactments, live musical entertainment, fireworks, and much more!
12:00 PM
Free

13th Annual Brewster Summer Arts & Craft Festival

Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 773 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631

Join us for the Brewster Summer Arts & Craft Festival, a beloved seasonal tradition held at the picturesque Drummer Boy Park. Now in its 13th year, this highly anticipated event is more than a showcase of fine handmade works—it’s a celebration of artistry, community, and Cape Cod’s coastal charm. This event is FREE and open to the public, rain or shine!
Sat: 10-5 / Sun. 10-4
Free

44th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival

Aug 16, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025 24 Hough Ave Gloucester, MA 01930

Get ready for a weekend of art, flavor, and seaside charm as the 44th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival returns to the historic Stage Fort Park on August 16 & 17, 2025. Set against the stunning backdrop of Gloucester Harbor, this beloved festival invites visitors to explore an extraordinary array of over 175 juried booths featuring American-made arts, crafts, specialty foods, and more! Leashed pets who appreciate fine craftsmanship are welcome to join the festivities, making this a perfect event for the whole family.
Sat. 10-5 / Sun. 10-4
Free Admission - City Parking Fee

Farms & Orchards

Thursday Discovery STEAM Days at Cider Hill Farm

Jun 26, 2025 - Aug 21, 2025 45 Fern Avenue Amesbury, MA 01913

This 45-minute weekly summer class is led by a local educator. Each week on the farm brings something fun and engaging where young explorers investigate a crop or animal on the farm! Select 9 am or the 10:30 session:
  • 6/26 - Lifecycle of a Strawberry Plan
  • 7/10 - Build a Butterfly Garden
  • 7/17 - Goat & Honeybee Friends
  • 7/24 - Build a Blueberry Bird Feeder
  • 7/31 - Build a Suncatcher
  • 8/7 - Solar Powered Ovens & Sun Prints
  • 8/14 - Goat & Honeybee Friends
  • 8/21 - Pressed Flower Pendants
Plus, we've added a bonus Build a Butterfly Garden class on Sunday, 6/22 in honor or our annual Pollinator Festival!
9 am & 10:30 am
$12 per child
978-388-5525

Peach & Sunflower Festival - August 9-10 & 16-17

Aug 9, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025 45 Fern Avenue Amesbury, MA 01913

Cider Hill Farm is celebrating all things sunshine, flowers and peaches! The multi-weekend event features cut-your-own farmhouse bouquets, free live music, hard cider bar, tastings, activities, hayrides, food trucks, peach treats, and pick-your-own peaches. RSVP now to get it on your calendar and then purchase pick-your-own peach tickets and cut-your-own flower tickets later or when you arrive.
8 am - 6 pm
Free Admission (doesn't include PYO,food,drink)
978-388-5525

Films

Woods Hole Film Festival 2025

Jul 25, 2025 - Aug 2, 2025 72 Water Street Woods Hole, MA 02543

The 34th Woods Hole Film Festival, the oldest film festival on the Cape and Islands, kicks off on July 25 with a special screening of the documentary OVERCOME, followed by 8 days of exciting independent cinema, with 19 narrative features, 28 documentary features, and 63 short films representing 16 countries—with 7 World, 5 North America, 2 US, and 49 New England premieres by both first-time and veteran filmmakers. Besides screenings followed by filmmaker Q&A’s, activities include master classes, workshops, panel discussions, an awards ceremony, and parties with some of the best live music in New England. The festival’s hallmark thematic strands include films and filmmakers from New England, films about music and musicians, and films about science in conjunction with the Festival’s “Bringing Science to the Screen” program.
7:30 PM
$18, $20 day of show. Student & military $10.
508-495-3456

Food Trucks

First Lakeville Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival

Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025 Anger Conway Farm - 33 Southworth Street Lakeville, MA 02347

Prepare your taste buds and raise your glasses for the 1st Annual Lakeville Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival. This 2025 festival is your ticket to culinary bliss! Indulge in the offerings of over 20 of the region's top food trucks, serving up their most beloved dishes, while you sip on a variety of regional, local, and national craft beers & beverages. But it's not just about the food and drinks – expect a day filled with hayrides, a petting zoo, local artisan market, lawn games, music, and family-friendly fun!
12 - 5 PM
$5-68
781-956-3832

1st Lynn Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival

Sep 27, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025 Blossom Street Lynn, MA 01905

Join us as Food Truck Festivals of America comes with excitement to the 1st Annual Lynn Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival. Save the date for a day packed with craft beer, mouthwatering food, lawn games, music, and family-friendly fun. Prepare your taste buds for an epic culinary extravaganza! Over 20 of the area's most beloved food trucks are gearing up to serve their signature dishes, while an extensive selection of local, regional, and national craft beers and other alcoholic beverages will be available to quench your thirst. Don't wait – snag your half-off General Admission Tickets now online!
12:00pm -6:00pm
$5-68
781-956-3832

First Haverhill Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival

Oct 25, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025 Kimball Farm - 791 East Broadway Haverhill, MA 01830

Prepare your taste buds and raise your glasses for the 1st Annual Haverhill Food Truck & Craft beverage at Kimball Farm - this 2025 festival is your ticket to culinary bliss. Indulge in the offerings of over 25 of the region's top food trucks, serving up their most beloved dishes, while you sip on a variety of regional, local, and national craft beers and beverages. But it's not just about the food and drinks – expect a day filled with lawn games, a local artisan market, music, and family-friendly fun. Don't wait – half-off General Admission Tickets are available now online!
12 - 6 PM
$5-68
781-956-3832

Gardens

11th Annual Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival

Jul 11, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025 Various Gardens on Cape Cod Cape Cod, MA

Celebrate Cape Cod’s signature bloom with a ten-day tour through private gardens, inspiring workshops, and floral-themed events across the Cape. Whether you’re a passionate gardener or just a fan of beautiful spaces, there’s something in bloom for you! Click the link above or look us up on social media to get specific event dates & times, venues and more.
See Schedule

Music

2025 Cambridge Jazz Festival

Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 99 Sherman Street Cambridge, MA 02138

Experience the sounds of 4x GRAMMY-winner Terri Lyne Carrington, the electrifying Elan Trotman, a high-energy Motown Tribute, and the salsa rhythms of Eguie Castrillo that will have you dancing all day. Savor flavors from some of the best food trucks in Greater Boston, shop unique finds from New England’s top vendors, and dive into jazz history at our interactive Jazz Museum. Kids can explore their own fun-filled activity zone, while adults can relax and recharge with our newest addition — a soothing Berklee Music Therapy session. This is more than a festival — it’s a celebration of 10 incredible years. Don’t miss it!
12pm-6pm
free
617-224-8118

Outdoor Activities

Buzzards Bay Swim

Jun 28, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 1482 East Rodney French Boulevard New Bedford, MA 02744

The Buzzards Bay Swim is a one-of-a-kind, scenic, point-to-point open water swim across outer New Bedford Harbor benefiting the Buzzards Bay Coalition. Assisted by a robust safety patrol, swimmers navigate 1.2 miles through the harbor and channel, passing the iconic Butler Flats Lighthouse and New Bedford Hurricane Barrier. Swimmers are welcomed to the finish in Fairhaven with a beach party featuring live music, cooked to order pancakes, hot coffee, and local beer! Your $30 registration fee and $300 fundraising minimum also includes shuttle service, swim cap, event tee, and a locally custom-made finisher’s medal. Special rates available for youth and lifeguard participants.
7:00am-10:00am
$30 registration fee; $300 fundraising minimum

Parties & Dances

The 4th Annual Revere Beach Pride

Jun 29, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025 Marriott Springhill Suites Ballroom - 500 Ocean Ave (Waterfront Square) Revere, MA 02151

RAIN OR SHINE! Join our LGBTQ+ community friends and allys for our 4th Annual celebration at Revere Beach Pride on Sunday, June 29th! This free event offers something for everyone: Live DJ & Music, Spectacular Drag Performances, Dancing, Pride Photo Booth, Kids' Face Painting and Crafts Table, Shop a variety of Vendors! Craving something tasty? Grab a bite from local favorites like Fineline Dryft and Mission Beach House. When the summer heat kicks in take a refreshing dip—Revere Beach is just steps away over the Markey Bridge. Celebrate Pride by the Ocean! A day of community fun dancing and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss it!
1 - 7PM
FREE
781-420-6975

Science & Nature

Lightning Bug Light Show at Greylock Glen

Jun 28, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, Gould Road Adams, MA 01220

Experience a magical summer light show with your family and learn how best to view or gently catch and release fireflies! After a short presentation, we'll take an evening walk in the meadows for firefly viewing while keeping our eyes open for the stars, planets, and twilight wildlife.
8:30 PM-10:00 PM
Adults: Members $15, Non-members $20 / Children: Members $7, Non-members $10
413-637-0320

Sports

Boston Triathlon Weekend

Aug 16, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025 DCR Carson Beach - 165 HarborWalk Boston, MA 02125

Boston’s only triathlon returns for its 17th year on August 16-17, 2025, inviting athletes of all levels to swim, bike, and run along South Boston’s scenic waterfront. Produced by ethos, the Boston Triathlon features both Olympic and sprint distance races with a course that includes a swim at Carson Beach, a bike ride on William Day Boulevard, and a run in South Boston. In addition to the adult competitions, the 11th Annual Kids Day at the Boston Tri will take place on Saturday, August 16th, offering FREE, fun, and age-appropriate races and activities designed to introduce children to the concept of multisport.
1-3:30 p.m. on Saturday and 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday
Prices Vary