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The final days of August. Summer went by in the blink of an eye! Labor Day weekend is the last hurrah of summer in these parts - so let's make it a good one! Festivals, adventures, beaches, relaxing, you name it. Go ahead and wear all the white pants that you want this week.
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Boston Metro
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Movie Night at Fenway Park: Happy Gilmore - Boston
Watch Happy Gilmore on Fenway Park's centerfield videoboard for the film's 30th anniversary. Walk the warning track, see World Series trophies,...
Saturday, Sep 5
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Build strong foundations. Think deeper. Go further. After-school Singapore Math for K–12, now coming to Newton!
In-person classes in Lexington, Acton & Newton, plus live online classes. Small classes, experienced teachers & a proven curriculum.
→ Schedule a Free Trial Class Today!
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Labor Day Free Admission at the ICA - Boston
In honor of Labor Day the ICA is offering FREE admission for all on Monday, September 7. Partake in some art-making activities or peruse four...
Monday, Sep 7
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Chinatown Main Street Lantern Festival - Boston
Enjoy martial arts, Asian dance and crafts, and health booths are among the attractions at this celebration of Boston's Chinatown. Plus, look...
Saturday, Sep 12
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Boston 250 Mayor's Movie Night: Hamilton - Boston
Closing night of the Mayor's Movie Nights series brings a free outdoor screening of Hamilton to City Hall Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy free...
Thursday, Sep 3
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A Little History - Boston
Experience Castle of our Skins signature educational workshop, A Little History, with a free live performance at the Museum of African American History...
Sunday, Sep 6
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Donuts and Dance Open House - Charlestown
Join Mini Movers Studio for our annual Donuts and Dance Open House located at the Charlestown Studio. Open to prospective and current families...
Thursday, Sep 3
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Discover the joy of dance at Boston Ballet School
Find the right class for your child. Students ages 16 months–18 years are invited to attend a FREE placement or trial class this September.
Learn more and register
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Watch Wednesdays: Rudy - Charlestown
Enjoy an outdoor movie screening of Rudy under the stars on the waterfront patio at The Anchor in Charlestown, complete with free popcorn, drink...
Wednesday, Sep 2
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Free Admission @ West End Museum - Boston
Enjoy free admission to The West End Museum during Labor Day Weekend to explore interactive exhibits, artifacts, and stories celebrating the...
Saturday, Sep 5 - Sunday, Sep 6
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Outdoor Movie: Encanto - Cambridge
Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Disney's Encanto hosted by MIT Open Space Programming at the Kendall/MIT Open Space in Cambridge This event...
Friday, Sep 4
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Boston Birding with Family - Mattapan
Walk the trails at Boston Nature Center to spot and identify local and seasonal birds with your family. Binoculars and field guides will be provided....
Every Saturday, Sep 5 - Sep 12
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Bostonet Catchball School - Cambridge
Step off the sidelines and onto the court. Try Catchball - a fast, fun, volleyball-style team sport designed for women of all fitness levels....
Sunday, Sep 6
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GIVEAWAY ALERT - 4 Tickets to King Richard's Faire
We're teaming up with King Richard's Faire this year to give away a ticket 4-pack to New England’s largest and longest running Renaissance Festival! Step into a lively 16th century village filled with knights, royalty, artisans, and unforgettable entertainment for all ages.
To enter: REPLY TO THIS EMAIL with the word “HUZZUH!”
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North Suburbs
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Annual Gloucester Schooner Festival & Fireworks - Gloucester
Enjoy the Mayor's Race for schooners, parade of sail, deck tours, public sails, and other maritime activities. For three days, Gloucester Harbor...
Thursday, Sep 3 - Sunday, Sep 6
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Kimball Farm Corn Maze in Haverhill - Haverhill
At the Kimball Farm Corn Maze all are welcome to come and enjoy the challenge of finding your way through the winding corn field maze.
Friday, Sep 4 - Sunday, Nov 1
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Connors Farm Corn Maze - Danvers
Our Annual Corn Maze Returns for the 2026 Season. 7 Acres of Fun; Clues to Directions and Interactive Games. Come Get Lost - Fun for the Whole...
Wednesday, Sep 2 - Saturday, Oct 31
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Colby Sunflower Farm - Newbury
Come experience a sea of sunflowers at Colby Farm in Newbury, one of the original sunflower fields in New England and a favorite spot for families,...
Saturday, Sep 5 - Sunday, Sep 13
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Gloucester Block Party #3 - Gloucester
On Main Street, Downtown Gloucester comes alive when the Street is closed off and we have live music, street performers, vendors, food vendors...
Friday, Sep 4
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Build strong foundations. Think deeper. Go further. After-school Singapore Math for K–12, now coming to Newton!
In-person classes in Lexington, Acton & Newton, plus live online classes. Small classes, experienced teachers & a proven curriculum.
→ Schedule a Free Trial Class Today!
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PEM Pals: My First Book of Fancy Letters - Salem
Join us for a reading of My First Book of Fancy Letters by Jessica HischeDid you know letters can be ATHLETIC, BUBBLY or even CREEPY? This colorful...
Friday, Sep 4
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An Afternoon with Roy, G., & Biv - Melrose
Come on a colorful adventure with us as we explore color through music and movement. Hosted by Little Songbook Opera and Opera Untapped at the...
Tuesday, Sep 1
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Ablaze A Fiery Walking History of Newburyport - Newbury
Join local historian Ghlee Woodworth for a downtown walking tour exploring the famous and infamous fires that shaped Newburyport's landscape,...
Thursday, Sep 3
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South Suburbs
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King Richard's Faire: THE New England Renaissance Festival - Carver
Escape YOUR reality at New England's largest and longest-running Renaissance festival nestled in the enchanted woods of Carvershire... one day,...
Sat, Sun, Sep 5 - Oct 25
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Friday Night Summer Concerts at Hingham Shipyard - Hingham
We're thrilled that everyone's favorite outdoor music event is returning, featuring live performances by local favorites.
Friday, Jul 10 - Friday, Sep 4
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Discover the joy of dance at Boston Ballet School
Find the right class for your child. Students ages 16 months–18 years are invited to attend a FREE placement or trial class this September.
Learn more and register
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Ward's Berry Farm Sunflower Fields & Maze* - Sharon
The sunflowers start to bloom in late August at this family-run farm. More fields are expected to bloom through October.
Saturday, Aug 22 - Thursday, Oct 1
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Cruise Nights at Patriot Place | Every Other Thursday - Foxboro
Join Patriot Place every other Thursday April through October for free, highenergy Cruise Nights presented by Bass Pro Shops. Enjoy great...
Thursday, Apr 16 - Thursday, Oct 15
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Picklepalooza 2026 - Mashpee
Get ready for Picklepalooza 2026 - the ultimate in-person pickle festival in Mashpee featuring delicious pickle-themed food, tasty bites, and...
Sunday, Sep 6
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West Suburbs
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Make a Mess: Paint Like Seurat - Acton
Georges Seurat invented a special style of painting using lots of little dots, and it is called pointillism. Explore some of Seurat's artistic masterpieces and then try your hand at creating you own work of art inspired by pointillism.
Tuesday, Sep 1
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Fruitlands Fairy Forest - Harvard
Calling All Woodlands Fairies and Gnomes The Fruitlands Fairy Forest is back Don your wings, grab your crowns, and come play in the Fruitlands...
Thursday, Sep 3 - Sunday, Oct 4
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Build strong foundations. Think deeper. Go further. After-school Singapore Math for K–12, now coming to Newton!
In-person classes in Lexington, Acton & Newton, plus live online classes. Small classes, experienced teachers & a proven curriculum.
→ Schedule a Free Trial Class Today!
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4th Annual Assabet Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival - Stow
A family-friendly annual festival in the Stow town center featuring craft beer and food trucks in our local area. Also, live music and a Carnival...
Saturday, Sep 5
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Barnyard Buddies at Powisset Farm - Dover
Morning has arrived at Powisset Farm, and our barnyard buddies are ready to welcome you Join our livestock staff each Saturday morning in the...
Every Saturday, Jul 25 - Oct 24
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Children's Storytime with Illustrator Scott Magoon - Natick
Join Ten Trees Books in Natick for a free children's storytime with author and illustrator Scott Magoon as he shares his picture book, 'The Bats...
Saturday, Sep 5
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Central Mass
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Fairy Hollow at New England Botanic Garden - Boylston
he fairies return to New England Botanic Garden in a one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring more than 20 intricately designed fairy houses expertly...
Saturday, Aug 29 - Sunday, Oct 25
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Discover the joy of dance at Boston Ballet School
Find the right class for your child. Students ages 16 months–18 years are invited to attend a FREE placement or trial class this September.
Learn more and register
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Muster Day at OSV - Sturbridge
Join us for Muster Day at Old Sturbridge Village Complete with cannon and musket demonstrations, fife and drum music, gingerbread and more,...
Saturday, Sep 5
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Seasonal Guides
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September Activity Highlights The school year begins and Boston shines brighter than ever while bustling with festivals and celebrations to satisfy every taste. There is also Fall foliage to admire, fitness events, and a plethora of fun and oft free things to do. September is full of events guaranteed to offer a memorable start to the Fall season!
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Ultimate Guide to Boston Fall Fun Fall in Boston brings a season packed with family fun and adventure. From crisp hikes to vibrant foliage, apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and harvest festivals, there's something for everyone.
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Pumpkin Festivals and Jack-o-Lantern Displays Near You New England is usually chock full of fall festivals dedicated to pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns, scarecrows and spooky fun: the icons of fall and of course Halloween.
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Corn Mazes Near You
Fall is upon us and autumn weather calls for outdoor fun. Here's a great list of Corn Mazes near Boston with cool themes and family friendly activities for all ages to enjoy.
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Apple Picking Near Boston
There is no apple that tastes better than the kind that you pick yourself. Local orchards invite visitors to pick-your-own apples just as the leaves begin to change their hue. Find an orchard near you and start planning a fun fall activity. Call ahead, as some may require reservations.
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Things to Do in Boston on a Rainy Day - Boston When it rains in Boston, it's helpful to know about fun things to do indoors, so you can still enjoy the day. Rainy day activities can actually be great option on any day - but sometimes the weather just calls for indoor activities.
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