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Summer Concerts at the Saugus Iron Works

Jul 1 - Aug 19, 2026 Saugus

Summer Concerts at the Saugus Iron Works is a series of eight free outdoor performances held on the big lawn at the historic Saugus Iron Works from July 1 through August 19,...

Summer Concerts Live music +8

Summer Concert in the Park

Aug 7, 2026 Methuen

The Methuen Recreation Department presents the "Summer Concert in the Park," a free community event held on August 7, 2026. Taking place at Raymond J. Martin Riverside Park, the evening features live...

Music Concert +7

Lowell Folk Festival

Jul 24-26, 2026 Lowell

The 39th Lowell Folk Festival takes place from July 24 to July 26, 2026, across downtown Lowell. The admission-free festival features live music, international food, crafts, dance, family activities, art exhibits, and...

Folk Festival Live music +7

In Support of the Army: How the Housewives of Massachusetts Supported the Formation of the Continental Army Through Foodways

Jul 24, 2026 Lancaster

Foodways historian Stacy Booth will present a public program on July 24, 2026, at Thayer Memorial Library in Lancaster. The talk examines how Massachusetts housewives supported the Continental Army through food preparation,...

History Foodways +4

Thistles Plus One staging benefit concert

Jul 19, 2026 West Stockbridge

The Thistles Plus One group will present a benefit concert featuring contemporary classical and jazz-inspired music on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Taking place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the West Stockbridge...

Benefit Concert Music +5

Mom’s Cancer Fighting Angels’ Car Show and Cruise

Jul 19, 2026 Saugus

Mom’s Cancer Fighting Angels’ Car Show and Cruise returns to Saugus Middle High School on July 19, 2026, for its 12th year. The charity event features vintage cars, trucks, motorcycles, raffles, food...

Car Show Charity +6

Whaling City Festival

Jul 11-12, 2026 New Bedford

The Whaling City Festival is an annual family-focused community event held in Buttonwood Park, New Bedford, US. The 2026 festival officially ran from July 11 to July 12, featuring a variety of...

Family Festival Community Event +7

Chelmsford Fourth of July Parade

Jul 4, 2026 Chelmsford

The Chelmsford Fourth of July Parade is a traditional Independence Day parade held in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. The 2026 event takes place on July 4 and features community participants including fire trucks, veterans,...

Independence Day Parade +2

Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular

Jul 4, 2026 Boston

The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular is a premier Independence Day celebration held at the Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade. The 2026 edition commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States...

Independence Day Concert +6

End of School Summer Party

Jun 28-29, 2026 Lowell

The End of School Summer Party is a youth-oriented celebration featuring a performance and meet-and-greet with Texas-based rapper Stiff Barbie. The event is held at the Tescobar Performance Center in Lowell, Massachusetts,...

Youth Party Hip Hop +3

Saima Park’s Summer Festival

Jun 28, 2026 Fitchburg

The annual Saima Park’s Summer Festival, also known as Kesajuhla, is a Finnish heritage celebration hosted by the Finnish Center in Fitchburg, MA. Held on Sunday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to...

Finnish Heritage Festival +10

Nantucket Film Festival

Jun 17-22, 2026 Nantucket

The 31st annual Nantucket Film Festival takes place in Massachusetts, showcasing a lineup of over 60 films. The 2026 edition emphasizes the craft of storytelling by honoring prominent industry figures including Chloë...

Film Festival Cinema +5

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