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Annual Sheep Shearing Festival at Gore PlaceWaltham, $
Sat, April 27, 2024   
Don't miss this popular outdoor family event! Sheepshearing Festival is a tradition with many local families. Attractions include: demonstrations of sheep shearing, herding dogs, spinning and weaving and a crafts fair...
Science on State Street - Free Science FestivalFramingham, Free
Sat, April 27, 2024  -  Sat, April 27, 2024   
Framingham State University’s annual science festival, a community-wide event organized by the Christa McAuliffe Center in collaboration with MetroWest STEM Education Network. Explore exhibits pertaining to environmental justice, renewable energy, and environmental...
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Fairy Gnome Discovery WalkSalisbury, $
Sat, April 27, 2024  -  Sun, April 28, 2024   
A whimsical afternoon at Salisbury’s most beautiful farm, PETTENGILL FARM. Walk through lush gardens, an enchanted forest, and the serene marsh; it’s an event like no other.
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Gore Place Sheepshearing FestivalWaltham, $$
Sat, April 27, 2024  -  Sat, April 27, 2024   
SSince 1987, this annual event has entertained guests with music, 100+ craft and fiber artists, demonstrations of traditional shearing and herding dogs, and historic re-enactors on the beautiful grounds of this...
Science on State Street - FREE Science FestivalFramingham, Free
Sat, April 27, 2024  -  Sat, April 27, 2024   
Science on State Street is Framingham State University’s annual science festival with themes relating to planet Earth. Explore STEM and the ways they support environmental justice and sustainability! Exhibitors and Climate Hope Concert to conclude!
Rhythm N' SpiceCambridge, $$
Sat, May 4, 2024  -  Sat, May 4, 2024   
Ignite your senses at the Rhythm 'N Spice Hot Sauce Fest – a fusion of flavors and music, May 4-5, 2024, at The Foundry, Cambridge – where the world of hot sauce meets the rhythm of the beat!
Fife and Drum Music PerformancesLexington
Sat, May 4, 2024  -  Sun, May 5, 2024   
Free two-day event of music, history and entertainment by fife and drum corps representing various historical eras--particularly the Revolution--hosted by the William Diamond Junior Fife and Drum Corps
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Newton Family FunFestNewton, Free
Sat, May 18, 2024  -  Sun, May 19, 2024   
Newton Family FunFEST is a day of entertainment and a celebration of art for all ages, including live musical performances, community art project, live public art event, craft/vendor booths, a carnival and more!
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Revere Beach Kite FestivalRevere, Free
Sun, May 19, 2024  -  Sun, May 19, 2024   
Fly your own kite on Revere Beach with professional kite-flyers, while enjoying music, face-painting, and other family-friendly activities. This event is free to the public.
Wellesley Wonderful Weekend & FireworksWellesley, Free
Sun, May 19, 2024  -  Sun, May 19, 2024   
Weekend of fun indoor and outdoor events for all ages, with Annual Veterans' Parade on Sunday afternoon and picnic, fun and fireworks on Sunday evening.
Newburyport Spring Festival 2024Newburyport
Sat, May 25, 2024  -  Sun, May 26, 2024   
Held Sunday & Monday of Memorial Day Weekend. Celebrate the season in downtown Newburyport! Enjoy great live music, art, magic show, fine crafts, and food from Newburyport's best restaurants.
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Lexington Discovery DayLexington, Free
Sat, May 25, 2024   
Celebrate the beginning of summer at Lexington's annual Discovery Day. This tradition combines a street fair and sidewalk sale, and will again be held in the Muzzey Street/Waltham Street Municipal parking lot behind...
The Cultural Diversity DayBoston, Free
Wed, May 29, 2024  -  Wed, May 29, 2024   
We bring together individuals from all walks of life to engage in meaningful conversations and collaborate towards a better future. Our goal is to celebrate traditions, art forms, and cuisines.
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Winchester Block Party & Town Day 2024Winchester, Free
Sat, June 1, 2024  -  Sat, June 1, 2024   
Thousands of individuals and families attend each year to enjoy a day of browsing exhibits, playing games, competing in athletics, eating (!), listening to different types of music, attending the health fair, and...
Newton PorchFest 2024Newton, Free
Sat, June 1, 2024  -  Sat, June 1, 2024   
Newton PorchFest is a free community music festival performed outside of people's homes through several neighborhoods in Newton. Stroll the neighborhood and enjoy the music!
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Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl 2024 (City Hall Plaza!)Boston, $
Tue, June 4, 2024  -  Thu, June 6, 2024   
Since 1983, Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® has been serving up sweet scoops of your favorite frozen treats from Boston Common, Boston's City Hall Plaza, and now Patriot Place in Foxborough!
Salem Arts Festival 2024Salem
Fri, June 7, 2024  -  Sun, June 9, 2024   
Dive into a weekend of creativity and fun at the 16th annual Salem Arts Festival! This is your chance to be part of a community-wide party
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Salem Arts Festival 2024Salem, Free
Fri, June 7, 2024  -  Sun, June 9, 2024   
For three days each June, this free, fun family-friendly festival transforms downtown Salem, MA, into an opportunity for the arts community to showcase their talents.
Lexington Gardens Blossom - A Garden TourLexington
Sat, June 8, 2024  -  Sat, June 8, 2024   
Come and see these lovely gardens in Lexington. All gardens, some at historic homes, are maintained by the homeowner. This is Lexington's premier evet you should see.
Annual Coolidge Corner Arts FestivalBrookline, Free
Sat, June 8, 2024  -  Sat, June 8, 2024   
Festival attendees will have the opportunity to shop the work of 85 artists and makers who work with an array of mediums from jewelry, fiber, glass, and ceramics to photography, watercolor, and mixed media.
Families FirstFESTRoxbury, Free
Sat, June 8, 2024   
Bring the whole family to Families FirstFEST - a day of play, exploration, learning, an appearance by Wally the Green Monster...FREE community family fun!
Acton Pride FestivalActon, Free
Sat, June 15, 2024  -  Sat, June 15, 2024   
This family fun event will be held from 12-3 PM at NARA Park. All Lawn Seating - Bring Your Own Chair/Blanket. There is no admission cost. Live band fun and games!
Arts Fest Beverly 2024Beverly, Free
Sat, June 15, 2024  -  Sat, June 15, 2024   
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! Shop from artists and enjoy local food and entertainment.
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Hampton Beach Master Sandsculpting Sand Castle CompetitionNew Hampshire, Free
Thu, June 20, 2024  -  Sat, June 22, 2024   
The fun starts when 250 tons of imported sand is dropped on Hampton Beach. After the competition, the entire area will be illuminated for night viewing through June.
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Boston Pizza FestivalBoston, $$
Sat, June 22, 2024  -  Sun, June 23, 2024   
Boston Pizza Festival is a 2-day outdoor festival featuring live music, food and giveaways. Local and international vendors in the food industry will be there.
Newport Folk FestivalRhode Island, $$$
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.
Block Party BeverlyBeverly, 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.
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The Bolton Fair 2024Bolton, $
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 ShowMassachusetts, $
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.
10th Annual Cars in the ParkCentral 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.
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The Big E 2024Western Mass, $$$
Fri, September 13, 2024  -  Sun, September 29, 2024   
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Belchertown FairWestern Mass, Free
Fri, September 20, 2024  -  Sun, September 22, 2024   
The Belchertown Fair is a family friendly event held on the common in the middle of the community. It remains free to attendees offering a wide variety of activities and amusements for people of all ages.
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Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum MusterSudbury, $
Mon, September 30, 2024  -  Mon, September 30, 2024   
Join us for the 50th Sudbury Ancient Fyfe and Drum Muster! The 1700s come alive with an encampment, period music, crafts, vendors, demonstrations, and contra dancing.
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Topsfield Fair 2024Topsfield, $$
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...
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Head of The Charles Regatta 2024Cambridge, 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.
Needham High School Craft Fair and Bake SaleNeedham, $
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.
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Marshfield Fair 2024Marshfield, $
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.
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