This is one event you cannot miss. I’ve been twice, since it’s one of my favorite events of the year!. It’s an outdoor block party with colored lights on City Hall. 7-11pm. Seriously, you really need to go to this! Cambridge, MA, .more
Opening Day at Frog Pond
Everyone can have fun and cool down under the 30-foot spray flume. Fun fun fun! 11am. Boston CommonBoston, MA, .more
Boston Meatball Takedown
Meatballs, meatballs everywhere! For $15, eat all you can… Center for Arts at the ArmorySomerville, MA, .more
Boston Harborfest
Boston Harborfest always offers something interesting. The trick is to ignore the stuff that happens all year (like guided tours, whale watches, and museums) and go for the special stuff. Check out the detailed schedule for a full list of events. Meanwhile, look for highlights here on the blog! City Hall Plaza, One City Hall PlazaBoston, MA, –.more
Revere’s July 4th Celebration
Festival 10am. BBQ, games and more. Hill Park behind Fire Station, Park AveRevere, MA, .more
Vintage Baseball Tournament
Step into the 1860’s and watch a Civil War- era baseball game with original rules and uniforms. That is to say, baseball uniforms, not Civil War uniforms — although that WOULD be awesome. 11:30am. Fort WarrenBoston, MA, .more
The Secret Lives of Fireflies
I did not know fireflies have secret lives. Explore their world and enjoy a beautiful evening. 8-9:30pm. Broadmoor Wildlife SanctuaryNatick, MA, .more
Ice Cream Scoop-Ah-Bowl
For $5 you get to taste ice-cream samples from local parlours. Add $3 and you get an unlimited rides bracelet! 1-3pm. Endicot Park, Forest StreetDanvers, MA, .more
North Shore Pride Parade & Celebration
March with pride in the morning, then stay for the festival with live music. There will be an after party at a pub. 10am. Salem CommonSalem, MA, .more
Worcester Asian Festival
Celebrate all things Asian at this festival. There will be dances, costumes and hopefully food! 12-6pm. Italian American Cultural CenterWorcester, MA, .more
Worcester Big Dipper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival
All-you-can-eat ice-cream. They’ll have live music, fire trucks, kids activities. $5. 10:30am-5:30pm. Elm Park, Intersection of Rt. 9 & Park AveWorcester, MA, .more
Sturbridge, MA (Old Sturbridge Village)
Fireworks 6pm. Old Sturbridge VillageSturbridge, MA, .more
Yankee Engine-uity Steam Engine Show
There was a time when steam ruled the world. Enjoy antique engines, Tractors, Cars & Trucks. Orange, MA, –.more
Yarmouth Summer Celebration
Cape Cod knows how to party! This 8-day long event boasts firework shows, stunt kites, sand sculptures made by pros, a fishing derby and much more. Various LocationsYarmouth, MA, –.more
Provincetown Portuguese Festival
Portugal is really cool, but kind of far away. This festival brings a bit of the country to America, with lots of fun events for everyone in P-town. If you’ve never visited, why not? If not now, when? Various locationsProvincetown, MA, –.more
Prescott Park Arts Festival
This festival seems to have it all! There’s a Theatre Camp, live music, social games, food… It lasts a couple months, so you have plenty of time to do it all! Portsmouth, NH, –.more
Summer Splash at Whales Tale
How about some live music, games and… a WATERPARK! Everything’s better when there are water slides involved. 10am. Whale’s Tale WaterparkLincoln, NH, .more
Outdoor Theatre!
I list more outdoor theatre than anyone else in New England! I track 75 performance series. That’s more than 600 shows, some of which are free! To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom to see them. more
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Independence Day: Boston Metro
Somerville Family Fun Day
This Family Fun day includes a watermelon eating contest, a free BBQ and activities for everyone. Sounds fun! 12pm. Trum FieldSomerville, MA, .more
Somerville Fireworks
Somerville celebrates the 4Th of July with fireworks! 6pm. Trum FieldSomerville, MA, .more
Lexington Lions Club Carnival & Fireworks
OK, here we have an Independence Day 5-day carnival, with fireworks on July 3rd. Right on! Fireworks 7/3 after sunset. Hastings Park, Massachusetts Ave at Worthern AveLexington, MA, –.more
7/4 10-2pm at Prospect Hill Park there will be a family event featuring free children’s rides, pony rides, animal shows, music and 7/5 5:30 concert followed by fireworks at 9:30pm. Prospect Hill ParkWaltham, MA, –.more
Melrose, MA
Bike & carriage parade 10:30am. Kids activities, Balloon Animals, Magic Tricks. Common ParkMelrose, MA, .more
Newton, MA
Parade 10 am, several family events through the day and fireworks 9pm. Halloran Field & Sports Complex, Albemarle Rd.Newton, MA, .more
Wellesley College Concert 3pm. The CommonNorwood, MA, .more
Fitchburg Civic Days
Fitchburg celebrates Independence Day for 6 days! There will be a parade, fireworks and much more. St. Bernard’s Elementary SchoolFitchburg, MA, –.more
Independence Day: Lowell
Fun On The Fourth
There won’t be a carnival this year, but the rest of the activities are still happening. Town Common, Church St.Wilmington, MA, –.more
Methuen, MA
Celebrate Independence day at Methuen with a musically coordinated fireworks show! That sounds cool! 6pm. Nicholson StadiumMethuen, MA, .more
Andover, MA
7/3 Fireworks at dusk 7/4 Horribles Parade 10am. Andover High SchoolAndover, MA, –.more
Tewksbury, MA
At risk, not enough funds yet. Livingston Street Recreation AreaTewksbury, MA, .more
Lawrence, MA
Festival 6pm. Fireworks right after. Raindate 7/5. Veterans Memorial StadiumLawrence, MA, .more
Chelmsford July 4th Parade
Watch fully dressed Minutemen march at this parade. 10am. The CommonChelmsford, MA, .more
Independence Day: North Shore
July 4th and Horribles Parade
Beverly celebrates Independence Day for a whole week! There will be a parade, fireworks and even softball games. West BeachBeverly, MA, –.more
Danvers, MA Fireworks
Festival 6pm. Fireworks:10:30pm. Plains Park, Holten Richmond Middle SchoolDanvers, MA, .more
Danvers, MA Horribles Parade
Parade starts at 9am. Seaboard Products, Beachwood St at Collins StDanvers, MA, .more
Brockton fair is really impressive. They have 5 nights of fireworks! Also: Demolition derby, petting farm, magic show, motorcycle races, white bengal tiger exhibits and much more. Brockton Fairgrounds, Rt 123Brockton, MA, –.more
Kids parade 10am. Festival right after. Poncin-Hewitt complexAttleboro, MA, .more
Middleborough, MA Carnival
Carnival all week. Fireworks 7/4 at dusk. Pierce ParkMiddleborough, MA, –.more
Independence Day: Worcester
Worcester: Independence Day Celebration, Concert & Fireworks
8pm. Cristoforo Columbo Park, (East Park)Worcester, MA, .more
Spencer Family Fun Day and Fireworks
This is a Fire truck parade at noon, then a carnival with a dunk tank and lots of fun events. Fireworks at night 12pm. Live music 8pm, and fireworks at 9:30pm! Spencer FairgroundsSpencer, MA, .more
Webster, MA
Festival 12pm. Fireworks 9pm. Memorial BeachWebster, MA, .more
Worcester, MA
Park opens 6pm. Flag raising 7:45pm. Concert 8pm. Firworks 9:30pm. East Park, Shrewsbury StWorcester, MA, .more
7/3 Fireworks 8pm. Green Hill ParkWorcester, MA, –.more
Independence Day: Springfield
Monson Summerfest
Monson Summerfest is packed fun events: Muscle car show, a parade, fireworks displays, and much more. Parade on 6/22. Quarry Hill Community SchoolMonson, MA, –.more
Independence Celebration
What? Cher, Neil Diamond and Whitney Houston together? It’s possible at this tribute concert, that ends with fireworks at dusk. 5pm. Grenville ParkWare, MA, .more
Chicopee Fest-Of-All
I list tons of festivals so I’m not impressed easily. This one I’m impressed by! They have a vintage baseball game, kids karaoke ‘idol’ competition, a car & motorcycle show, and fireworks! Chicopee, MA, –.more
Easthampton Spirit Fireworks Extravaganza
Hot-air balloon rides, live music and fireworks at dusk. Join the July 4Th celebrations! 5pm. Daley FieldEasthampton, MA, .more
Independence Day Celebration
Festival 6pm Fireworks at dusk. Old Sturbridge VillageSturbridge, MA, .more
Amherst, MA (and Hadley, MA)
5-10pm. Hot air balloon rides, live music, festival events, & fireworks at 9:30pm. McGuirk Alumni Stadium, UMass CampusAmherst, MA, .more
Holyoke Fireworks
Fireworks 6pm. Holyoke Community CollegeHolyoke, MA, .more
4th of July Parade
2013 Parade 10am. Three years ago they had fireworks the night before at the high school, but I couldn’t find the listing this year for that. High School Athletic FieldsEast Longmeadow, MA, .more
South Hadley, MA
Fireworks 7/3 raindate 7/5 No specific time, but surely at dusk. Michael E. Smith Middle SchoolSouth Hadley, MA, .more
BBQ, Live Music, Children’s Activities, and Spectacular Fireworks. 6pm. Wequasset ResortHarwich, MA, .more
Walking tour of Falmouth
10am $5. Falmouth Museums on the GreenFalmouth, MA, .more
Also Fun
Museum Free Fun Fridays
A number of local museums and destinations offer free admission, thanks to Highland Street! Every Friday in July and August. All OverAll Over, , –.more
Dances by Isadora
Dances by Isadora presents us with dances from 1910. Interesting, indeed. 12pm. Seven Hills Park (Behind Holland Street T Entrance, along bike path),Davis Sq.Somerville, MA, .more
Vital: A Festival of Storytellers and Playwrights
This is a 9-day festival of storytelling, theatre and playwriting. Check their website to find out more about specific events. The Charlestown Working TheatreCharlestown, MA, –.more
Boston Jerkfest
Fan of spicy food? Then you should come to Boston JerkFest. There will be live entertainment too! Benjamin Franklin InstituteBoston, MA, .more
Pier Madness
This event includes: Live Band, New England Style Food, Open Bar Beer and Wine, Silent Auction, Lawn Games. The whole package! 6pm-10pm. Pier 4/ Charlestown Navy YardBoston, MA, .more
Sunset Clambake on Spectacle Island
For $80, ride a ferry to the Boston Harbor Islands, enjoy a beautiful sunset and eat tasty dishes prepared right there for you. There are also children’s and vegetarian options, which are cheaper. Thursday and Fridays. Spectacle IslandBoston, MA, –.more
Miata Day at Larz Anderson Museum
Miata Day is the most colorful show of the whole lawn event season! Larz Anderson is a world class museum, and it’s just around the corner! Brookline, MA, .more
Roxbury International Film Festival
The Roxbury Film Festival is not only about watching flicks in the dark. It features workshops and youth programs. Most of the directors and actors are local, so they might show up. VariousBoston, MA, –.more
The Dark Side of Boston – Walking Tour
Boston has a history that includes murder and death. Be prepared to learn about the creepiest stuff that has happened here. 6pm every Friday, Saturday, Sunday through Halloween. Hanover St at Cross StBoston, MA, –.more
Cupcake Camp Boston
This time, it’s all about cupcakes. Eat, bake or play at this fun event. Hodgkins-Curtin Park, Holland StreetSomerville, MA, .more
Birds of Prey
How about getting close to a few owls, hawks, falcons and vultures? 3pm. Gore PlaceWaltham, MA, .more
Folk Dancing by the Fountain
Give Folk dance a chance. They’re fun and easy to pick up. This participatory event is all about having fun. Every Tuesday 7:30-9:30 pm in Harvard Square. Also Tuesdays in Copley Square. Copley SquareBoston, MA, –.more
Scavenger Hunt: Where The Boston Tea Party Began
This scavenger hunt is both fun and informative. LEarn more about The Boston Tea Party. 9:30am. Old South Meeting HouseBoston, MA, .more
Benjamin Franklin in Boston: A Walking Tour
What about Benjamin Franklin? Why doesn’t he get a national holiday? It’s his birthday this week and the local Boston walking tour company does a special tour for him during Harborfest. 3pm on both 7/4 and 7/7. Meet at School St & Washington StBoston, MA, .more
Hosted by Ophira Eisenberg, this festival brings some great flicks. but still, why would you want to sit in the dark on *Nantucket* in the summer? 10-6pm. Nantucket, MA, –.more
SandwichFest
This one has a Dog Costume Parade and the Best Sandwich in Sandwich contest. Sounds fun, and tasty! 10am – 4pm. Main StreetSandwich, MA, .more
Kayak Poker Run & Boat Show
Who’d say cards and water played along well? With a bit of luck you might get $250! 9am. Shell Point BeachOnset, MA, .more
Trumbull Day
The days starts with a carnival and games, but ends with a huge fireworks display! 11am. Westfield TrumbullTrumbull, CT, .more
Barnum Festival Skyblast Party
OK, a skyblast party sounds like fireworks to me. The name does not matter, it’s still going to be fun! 7pm. TBABridgeport, CT, .more
New England Summer Nationals
The downside to this massive car show is that you have to hang out with people who are there to see a Playboy model, but the good news is you get to hang out with people who want to meet Batman and see the batmobile! Thompson International SpeedwayThompson, CT, –.more
Danvers Family Festival
Danvers becomes a place full of fun from 6/15 through 7/3. There are a lot of interesting events such as karaoke shows, Danvers Idol and much more. Find them all and enjoy! Various LocationsDanvers, MA, –.more
St. Peter’s Fiesta Carnival
If you’ve had enough of July 4Th events, come to this festival taking place in Gloucester. There’s going to be a boat race! St Peter’s SquareGloucester, MA, –.more
Amesbury Days
Amesbury Days brings a car show, a block party and a farmers market together. There are lots of other fun events too. All overAmesbury, MA, –.more
Fiesta Five Road Race
Run across town, in the name of St. Peter! Yeah, a bit too religious but c’mon, racing is always fun. 6:30pm. Gloucester, MA, .more
Salisbury Beach Sand and Sea Festival, with Pirates!
Fun beach activities all day long, then a spectacular fireworks show. It does not get better than this. 2013:. Salisbury BeachSalisbury Beach, MA, –.more
Sadie Hawkins Road Race
At this 1.8 mile road race, women will chase men. Sounds familiar, huh? 9:30am. Lower MillyardAmesbury, MA, .more
Marblehead Festival of Arts
This arts festival comes with a sand sculpting competition and a film festivall! All overMarblehead, MA, –.more
Zoobilee: Feast with the Beasts
Can I sit next to the tiger? No? Enjoy the zoo after hours and have a nice dinner. It’s for charity. 7pm. Providence, RI, .more
Strawberry Thanksgiving Festival
Learn how to make strawberry jelly and jam. Also, a stomp dance show and a football game! 10am. Plymouth PlantationPlymouth, MA, .more
Halifax in Lights
Celebrate The Fourth of July in Halifax. There will be a small parade, a bike/scooter/doll carriage decorating contest and outdoor film screening at dusk. 12pm. Town GreenHalifax, MA, .more
The GREAT Duck Race
Put rubber ducks in a pond and see which one floats to victory. 7:30pm. Fultons PondMansfield, MA, .more
Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival
This indoor / outdoor festival draws the best dance performances from around the world. This one will stay around all summer so it’s more like a venue’s performance season. Becket, MA, –.more
Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show
Wow! This is a full six weeks of Top Equestrian Competition! Watch beautiful horses racing and jumping! Green MountainsEast Dorset, VT, –.more
Alice’s Wonderland: A Most Curious Adventure
Go down the rabbit hole from May 19 through September 1 in this awesome Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland expo. EcoTariumWorcester, MA, –.more
Performance
Polishing Stones by Kelley Donovan & Dancers
This dance performance explores concepts of transformation, creation and destruction. Performers range in age from 10 to 76. Calderwood Pavilion at the BCABoston, MA, –.more
EgoArt, Inc. and Weber Dance
Enjoy different dance pieces by two experienced dance companies. 8:30pm. Bank of America Parking Lot, Davis SquareSomerville, MA, .more
Independence Day: Rhode Island
Bristol 4th of July
This is the oldest July 4th celebration in America. There will be a carnival, Drum & Bugle Corps Competition and a Ball. Visit their website for a list of all events. Bristol Town CommonBristol, RI, –.more
Bristol Fourth of July Celebration
Every year, Bristol puts together a big festival to celebrate the Fourth of July. There are concerts, fireworks, a parade and much more. You should come to this one! Parade 7/4 10:30am. Mt. Hope High SchoolBristol, RI, –.more
An outdoor concert that ends with a fireworks show. That’s what summer is all about! Concert 7:30pm, then fireworks. Performing Arts Center at Simsbury MeadowsSimsbury, CT, .more
Fireworks!
OK this event sounds for kids only, but fireworks don’t care if the audience is all grown up. Come to this one! Kids show at 8pm, then fireworks! Ocean Beach ParkNew London, CT, .more
Join the fun and celebrate July 4Th in Briston, there will be fireworks! 9pm by the Cedar Lake Owners Association. Rain date 6/30. Cedar Lake Owners AssociationBristol, CT, .more
Summer Concert Series Fireworks
A military choir usually performs during this celebration, but not this time due to budget cuts. Fireworks still happening. 6pm DJ and a small choir with patriotic songs. Town Center ParkHamden, CT, .more
Barnum Fireworks
Everyone, come to Seaside Park, there will be fireworks! 9:30pm. Seaside Park, Marina Park CirBridgeport, CT, .more
Westport, CT
Fireworks at dusk. Rain date 7/5. Compo BeachWestport, CT, .more
Picnic and heatrical performances. 9:00am-5pm. Mystic SeaportMystic, CT, .more
Middlebury, CT
‘3D’ Fireworks just means regular fireworks, but if you want to wear 3D glasses to make it more 1960s, you can. At dusk. Lake Quassapaug, Rt. 64 (2132 Middlebury Road)Middlebury, CT, .more
Fireworks at dusk. Memorial FieldConcord, NH, .more
Milton, NH
live music, free strawberry shortcake, tours by costumed guides. 10am. NH Farm MuseumMilton, NH, .more
Merrimack, NH
Parade 1pm, fireworks 9pm. Commons/Merrimack High SchoolMerrimack, NH, .more
Lebanon, NH
Fireworks 9:30pm. Colburn Park/Storrs Hill Ski AreaLebanon, NH, .more
Rochester, NH – Journey Church
Warning! This festival is run by a church and the live music is all Christian. Then fireworks in the evening. Rochester FairgroundsRochester, NH, .more
Salem, NH
Entertainment 5 pm, Fireworks 9:30pm. Town CommonSalem, NH, .more
Ashland, NH
Parade 10am. L. W. Packard Ballfield, Main StreetAshland, NH, .more
Bradford, NH
Celebrations all over the place, no actual times listed. Town wideBradford, NH, .more
Reading of the Declaration of Independence, Ice Cream Social, Strawberry Shortcake Bazaar, Band Concert & other events held throughout town, no times listed. All overJaffrey, NH, .more
Manchester, NH
Fireworks 9 p.m., along with the normal festivities in Arms Park prior to the display. Arms ParkManchester, NH, –.more
Meredith, NH
7/3 fireworks at dusk, 7/4 Meredith American Legion Post 22 Independence Day Chicken Barbeque at Hesky Park from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, duckie race 4:30pm. Over Meredith Bay and Center Harbor BayMeredith, NH, –.more
Milford, NH
Family Fun Day Festivities begin at 12 p.m., Patriotic Bike Parade and Contest, field activities, face painting,etc. Fireworks at dusk. Keyes Memorial ParkMilford, NH, .more
Moultonborough, NH
Parade 11am, fireworks at dusk over Center Harbor Beach. Blake Road to Lions ClubMoultonborough, NH, .more
Whitefield, NH – Mountain View Grand Resort
Parade 10am Carnival 1pm Fireworks at dusk. Mountain View Grand Resort and SpaWhitefield, NH, .more
Nashua, NH – Field Day
10am Children’s Field Day.Carnival games, magicians, caricaturist, face painting, bounce houses and relay races. Live music and entertainment in the afternoon, fireworks at dusk. Holman StadiumNashua, NH, .more
New Boston, NH
10am Award-winning parade through historic downtown New Boston, followed by all day family fun events and Chicken BBQ at the Hillsborough County 4H Youth Center and Fairgrounds. 9:15pm Grand Fireworks Display at the Fairgrounds. Historic DowntownNew Boston, NH, .more
Colebrook, NH
Fireworks at dusk. Colebrook Ball FieldColebrook, NH, .more
Pittsburg, NH
10am flea market, pony rides, fishing derby & basemall, BBQ & music, then fireworks at dusk. Murphy DamPittsburg, NH, .more
Patriotic Sing-a-long
Creative, but probably the smallest of the July 4th events I’ll list here. 11am. Enfield Shaker MuseumEnfield, NH, .more
Rye, NH
Concert 7pm, fireworks at dusk. Parsons FieldRye, NH, .more
Wakefield, NH
4:30-10pm. Petting zoo, live music, fireworks & more. BallparkWakefield, NH, .more
Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
concert 6:30pm, fireworks 9:30pm. Waterville Valley, NH, .more
Laconia, NH
Parade starts at 4:30 p.m. Fireworks at Opechee Park at 10 p.m. Opechee ParkLaconia, NH, .more
Independence Day: Maine
Whatever Family Festival
Enjoy more than 80 different events at Whatever Family Festival. This one will be fun, so don’t be all ‘whatever’. All overAugusta, ME, –.more
Windjammer Days
Fireworks, a boat and land parade, a pirate battle show and other fun events will be happening during Windjammer Days. Sounds like fun! Whale Park 8:30 am, Town events 11:30 am. Whale Center and around townBoothbay Harbor, ME, –.more
July 4th & Canada Day at Ocean Park
Parade 7/4 10am. Various locationsOld Orchard Beach, ME, –.more
Fireworks in the Square
Fireworks every Thursday evening from 6/20 to 8/22! Special display for Independence Day 7/4 9:45pm. Next to the pierOld Orchard Beach, ME, –.more
Point Sebago Resort 4th of July
Point Sebago resort has prepared a bunch of events to enjoy during July 4Th celebrations. Fun at the beach included! Fireworks 7/1, parade 7/4. Point Sebago ResortCasco, ME, –.more
Eastport, ME
This one is probably the largest celebration in the state of Maine. 10 days of fun filled events for everyone. Includes: A parade, fireworks show, steel band performances, and much more. Various LocationsEastport, ME, –.more
Bethel, ME
7/4 Street Dance 7/5 Live Music 7/6 Fireworks. Bethel Inn ResortBethel, ME, –.more
Concert 5:30pm Fireworks right after. Downtown GreenvilleGreenville, ME, .more
Houlton Fair
This agricultural fair includes a parade and fireworks on July 4! Houlton, ME, –.more
Independence Day: Vermont
Summer Festival
Live music & fest. Then fireworks 7/3. Grafton PondsGrafton, VT, –.more
Stowe, VT – An Old Fashioned 4th of July
Parade 10 am, Old Fashioned Festival 11-3pm, ‘Stowe’s World Shortest Marathon’ at noon, entertainment starting 6 pm and ending with fireworks at dusk. Stowe, VT, .more
Milton, VT
Parade 11am, activities and live music through the day followed by fireworks. Milton, VT, .more
Montgomery Center, VT
Parade at noon, with a BBQ right after. Main StreetMontgomery Center, VT, .more
Cabot, VT
Parade 11am, Chicken BBQ 12pm. Main StreetCabot, VT, .more
Woodstock, VT – Old Vermont 4th
All day long activities, like Presidential silhouettes, firework stencils, and compete in sack races, the egg toss, crank fresh strawberry ice cream, and a wagon ride. Billings Farm and Museum, Route 12 & River RoadWoodstock, VT, .more
Brattleboro, VT
Parade 10am. Festival & concert & fireworks 5:30pm. Town CommonBrattleboro, VT, .more
Stowe’s Old-Fashioned Family 4th of July Parade, Celebration & Fireworks
Festival 11am Fireworks 6:30pm. All overStowe, VT, .more
Richmond, VT
flea market 9:00am, car show begins 10:00am and the Fun Run starts at 10:30. Parade at 10:45am, events all day + live music and fireworks. This celebration is pretty big. East Main StreetRichmond, VT, .more
Bennington, VT
Fireworks at dusk, not no further info. Willow ParkBennington, VT, .more
4th of July Parade
Parade 10am Fireworks 9:30pm. Canal and Main streets to the town CommonBrattleboro, VT, .more
East Corinth, VT
Parade 11am, BBQ 11am and bingo and other activities through the day. Ball FieldEast Corinth, VT, .more
North Danville, VT
Parade 9am. Hartz Avenue and Railroad AvenueNorth Danville, VT, .more
Parade 11am, activities start 5pm and end with fireworks and live music. Corner of Harrel St. and Munson St.Morristown, VT, .more
Newport, VT
Games and activities 12pm, Fireworks 9:45pm. Gardner Memorial ParkNewport, VT, .more
Peacham, VT
7/3 contra dance. 7/4 Parade 11:30, BBQ 12pm, Declaration of Independence 3:30pm, Pig roat 5pm. Various LocationsPeacham, VT, –.more
Poultney, VT
Time for events not listed on site BUT their celebration’s theme this year is ‘Take me out to the ball game’. There’ll be a parade, a fun run and more but better call them for exact times. PES FieldPoultney, VT, .more
Randolph, VT
Street Fest 10am-2pm. Depot ParkRandolph, VT, .more
Killington, VT
Parade 10am, pool and BBQ 11am, festival, music 7pm, fireworks 9:30pm. All overKillington, VT, .more
Rutland, VT – Summer Smash
Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby begins at 6:30pm, Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Extravaganza at 9:45pm. Vermont State FairgroundsRutland, VT, .more
Williston, VT
7/2 Bike Race, 7/3 Ice-cream social, 7/4 Parade 10am and fireworks at dusk. Various LocationsWilliston, VT, –.more
Fireworks Extravaganza
dusk. Knight Point State ParkNorth Hero, VT, .more
Warren, VT
Parade 10 am, activities through the day. Main StreetWarren, VT, .more
Brownsville, VT (West Windsor, VT)
Festival 6pm, Fireworks 9pm. Mount AscutneyBrownsville, VT, –.more
Wardsboro, VT
Street Fair 9am, Parade 10am. Main StreetWardsboro, VT, .more
Midsummer Magick Faire Grand Opening and Fire Festival!
Magic shows, comedy, live combat, and fire dancing! This faire is also donating to charity! Weekends June 22 through July 7. Warsaw ParkAnsonia, CT, –.more
International Festival of Arts and Ideas
This festival features a series of performances, most of which are free. Way to go! VariousNew Haven, CT, –.more
Sunken Garden Poetry Festival
Donald Hall, the fourteenth United States Poet Laureate, is featured at this outdoor gathering. 5-8:30pm. Hill-Stead MuseumFarmington, CT, –.more
Annual Italian Festival Celebration
Mamma mia! This Italian festival includes a mini parade and musical performances. It sounds a bit religious, though. University TheatreNew Haven, CT, –.more
Campfires Stories
Roast marshmallows and hear some non-scary tales around a campfire. 7-8:30pm, and July 8 and August 11 also. Franklin, CT, .more
Mystic Blues Festival
3 days of blues music! Grammy Winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees will be performing, so it’s going to be good! All overMystic, CT, –.more
Wooden Boat Show
More than 100 wooden boats of all sizes will be on display, but you’ll get to build your own as well! All overMystic, CT, –.more
Maple Meadow Farm Festival
This event features the 5K Milk Run, Bluegrass performances, a tractor display and a craft market. Mapleton, ME, –.more
Maine Festival of American Music
This 4-day festival revolves around music, chamber music. It sounds a bit religious but not too much. Sabbathday Lake Shaker MuseumNew Gloucester, ME, –.more
Bowdoin International Music Festival
This season has more than 100 concerts ins store for all classical music lovers. visit their website for a list of performances. Brunswick, ME, –.more
South Berwick Strawberry Festival
How long has it been since you visited Maine? A strawberry fest is a good excuse to go back! 9am. South Berwick, ME, .more
Maine Antique Power Show
Once upon a time, there were steam powered engines. Come see this show, with tractor pulls, and such. Skowhegan State FairgroundsSkowhegan, ME, .more
Bar Harbor Music Festival
Variety is the word that defines this music festival! Find string orchestra, jazz, brass, and even Opera concerts! Various locationsBar Harbor, ME, –.more
Annual Kingfield POPS Festval of the Arts & Concert
Art show in the morning, awesome concert at night. Several artists will perform in this outdoorsy concert. 10am Concert at 4pm. Kennedy FarmKingfield, ME, .more
Whatever Family Festival & Kids Day in Capitol Park
This is an art festival, mostly for kids but everyone can join the fun. There will be a chicken BBQ and other fun events. 8:30am. Capitol ParkAugusta, ME, .more
Tommyknockers and More Bus Tours
All reservations must be pre-paid prior to space being confirmed. Bangor WaterfrontBangor, ME, –.more
Kennebunk Old Home Week
Parade, petting zoo, crafts demos, and more… All overKennebunk, ME, –.more
Ocean Park Sandcastle Competition
1-3pm. On the beach between Randall and Ancona AvenuesOld Orchard Beach, ME, .more
BBQ at The Fort
Hey! If I had an ancient fort, I’d host a BBQ too! There’s going to be an antique tag sale too. No time given but it should be lunchtime-y. 12:30pm. Charlestown, NH, .more
Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Festival
They don’t have a lot of info, but there will be live music and Polish food. Coventry, RI, –.more
Public Stargazing
I list a ton of public observatory nights in my New England Guide. Email me to ask for it. 6pm. Frosty Drew ObservatoryCharlestown, RI, .more
Vermont Quilt Festival
This is New England’s oldest and largest quilt event, so they claim. You get the chance to buy stuff, of course. Champlain Valley ExpositionEssex Junction, VT, –.more
Outdoor Theatre & More
Outdoor Theatre & More – click map above to set region
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Sunday Parkland GamesCambridge, MA
3:30-6pm. The parklands along Memorial Drive near the Weeks Footbridge
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Charles River Conservancy Parkland GamesAllston, MA
3:30pm. Memorial Drive at JFK Street
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Shakespeare on the SoundRowayton, CT
7:30pm. Pinkney Park
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Jacob’s Pillow “Inside/Out” PerformancesBecket, MA
Outdoor performances by emerging and established dance companies in an open amphitheatre. 6:15pm. 358 George Carter Rd, 413-243-0745.
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Fireworks In The SquareOld Orchard Beach, ME
Thursdays 9:45pm approx. The Pier, 2 Old Orchard St
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Flock TheatreNew London, CT
This summer’s plays: “As you like it” and “Oedipus Rex” No time listed on their site or FB. Connecticut College Arboretum, 860-443-3119.
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Plays in the Park (for kids)Boston, MA
11:45am and 1:30pm. Georges Island, 617-223-8666.
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Summer Theatre Festival at Waveny ParkCanaan, CT
Different plays, all under an open air tent theatre. This year: South Pacific, Grease, The Little Mermaid, The Cat in the Hat and Pinkalicious! Call for exact dates/performances. Outdoors. Mostly 8pm, but some daytimes too. Waveny Park, 203-966-4634.
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Amesbury Days Theatre in the OpenAmesbury, MA
4pm. Millyard Amphitheater
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Prescott Park Arts FestivalPortsmouth, NH
Thur/Sun 7:00 pm, Fri/SaT 8:00 pm & matinee shows. Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848.
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Theatre Under the StarsHaverhill, NH
All shows 6pm. Mon: Newbury, VT (Town Common, Chapel St.), Tue: Bethlehem, NH (Town Gazebo, Prospect Rd.), Wed: Manchester (Jewish Federation, 698 Beech St.), Thurs: Plymouth (Amphitheatre: 28 Greene St.), Fri/Sat: Waterville Valley (Gazebo Hill, Town Square), Sun: Littleton, NH (Farmers Market, 60 Riverglen Lane). Various near Haverhill, NH
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Fireworks at Ocean Beach ParkNew London, CT
Different times.
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Outdoor Movies
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Mon 7/1
America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to BroadwayProvidence, RI
6pm. Providence Public Library
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Children’s Movie NightNorton, MA
Saturdays 7:30pm. Winslow Farm, 37 Eddy Street
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Movies on the Roof DeckNewport, RI
8:30pm. Vanderbilt Grace Hotel, 41 Mary St
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Movies on the BlockProvidence, RI
Thursdays at dusk. Westminster St at Union St
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Movies in the ParkWolfeboro, NH
Dusk (rain date is Saturday). Foss Field (On Soccer Field by Back Bay)
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Summer in the City at the Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA
Dusk. 70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000.
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Free Movie Mondays @ Museums on the GreenFalmouth, MA
Mondays 7 pm. Museums on the Green
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Crafts & Movie NightDanvers, MA
7pm crafts, 8pm movie (rain date 7/1). Glen Magna Farms, Ingersoll Street
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Movies with the StarsMansfield, MA
Times vary, check town website. South Common
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Burlington Movies on the CommonBurlington, MA
Dusk.
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Movie Nights at the BeachRevere, MA
Thursdays (except 7/19), DJ 6 pm, movies at dusk. Revere Beach, 781-286-8190.
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Newport FilmNewport, RI
Various Times.
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Old Home Day: Family Movie NightCarlisle, MA
Sunset, presenting ” Oz The Great and Powerful. Spalding Field
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Sand Jam & Family Movie NightsFairfield, CT
Dance 6:30, movies begin at dark (8:30 approx.). Jennings Beach
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Summer Movies SeriesGreenfield, MA
Time TBA, last year it was at dusk. The Energy Park
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Ben & Jerry’s Summer Movie FestivalWaterbury, VT
dusk. 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, 802-862-9620.
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Movies in Prescott ParkPortsmouth, NH
dusk. Prescott Park
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Outdoor Concerts
Outdoor Music – click map above to set region
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Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA
12-2pm. Downtown Crossing
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Club Passim Summer Concert SeriesCambridge, MA
12-1pm. 47 Palmer St.
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Sunday Jazz Brunch on the TerraceBoston, MA
11am.
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Summer Concerts at The Greenway SessionsBoston, MA
noon & 6 pm, varies. Check schedule for more info. Various locations
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Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal ParkBoston, MA