Gloucester Waterfront Festival

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Dates:	Saturday, August 16, 2025 - Sunday, August 17, 2025
Hours:	Hours Vary see below
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Fairs & Festivals

The historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor will blossom into color and flavor for the 44th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival on Saturday, August 16th and Sunday, August 17th, 2025.

This event features over 170 Booths of American made arts, crafts, foods and live music. Admission is free, handicap accessible, held rain or shine and friendly pets are welcome on leash. The Rotary Pancake breakfast, and local Pirates complete this seaside New England event.

Gloucester Waterfront Festival 2025
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 16 – Sunday, August 17, 2025
🕒 Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Stage Fort Park, Gloucester, MA
💲 Cost: Free Admission
🌦️ Rain or Shine | 🐾 Leashed Pets Welcome | ♿ Handicap Accessible

Celebrate the 44th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival at the scenic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor. This beloved seaside event features over 175 juried artisans, crafters, authors, and food vendors showcasing American-made works.

Enjoy live music performances, a Rotary Club pancake breakfast, and appearances by local pirates.

🎨 Highlights Include:
Handcrafted Goods: Fine jewelry, pottery, quilts, sea glass art, leather accessories, blown glass, and more.

Culinary Delights: Herbal dips, gourmet nuts, fudge, infused oils and vinegars, jams, and other specialty foods.

Family-Friendly Activities: Live music, artisan demonstrations, and interactive exhibits.

Experience the charm of Gloucester's rich maritime heritage while exploring unique crafts and enjoying delicious treats. Don't miss this quintessential New England festival!

Admission to the festival is free, and the event will take place rain or shine. Friendly pets on a leash are most welcome, so feel free to bring your furry companions along to join in the fun-filled festivities.

Please note that the City of Gloucester operates Beach Parking across the street, and there is a parking fee associated with it. However, limited free parking is available along Stacy Boulevard and at Gloucester High School, providing convenient options for festival-goers.

HOURS

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Saturday 9am to 6pm
Sunday 9am to 5pm

WEBSITE

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business.capeannchamber.com/events/details/44th-annual-gloucester-waterfront-festival-34974

LOCATION

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Stage Fort Park, Gloucester, MA map
Phone: (978) 525-9001

Stage Fort Park, Hough Avenue

Directions: From Route 128 take Exit 14 follow to end.

REVIEWS

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Re Gloucester Waterfront Festival

Interesting that the prior review was posted before the festival even began. If the reviewer was refering to an event from a past year then this should have been stated in the review. And, as such, past experiences don't reflect what the festival will be like this year.

Gloucester Waterfront Festival

We were disappointed! The setting was lovely when we finally got through the traffic jams to get to the parking area but we were disappointed with the festival. The music wasn't the Celtic/Folk as advertised; there were dogs all over the place and when we were there on Sunday, there were no magic/puppet shows that we coud see. My 4 year old loves to get her face painted but at 20 dollars, it was far too expensive compared to other festivals we've been to where it as half the price or free. The best bit for our kids (1.5 and 4 years) was the playground which we could have visited any time.