This ‘killer’ Tony and Oscar-winning musical follows two merry murderesses and their slick lawyer through 1920s Chicago. 7:30pm. I have two pairs of tickets to give away for the 6/14 show. Email johnny@eventsinsider.com to win! Reagle Music TheatreWaltham, MA, –.more
5:15 – The American WHO Sensation
Who doesn’t like The Who? This tribute band comes highly recommended. 8pm. Fenway ChurchBoston, MA, .more
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Johnny’s Picks
Silver Kingdom Renaissance Festival
This renaissance festival features jousting and a boffer tournament. Bring your own weapons, and become this year’s champion. Ye Old Commons? 120 Northside RoadCharlton, MA, –.more
Dedham Flag Day Parade
Jesus Christ. What the hell is Flag Day? Why does the flag get its own day? I know it’s a potent symbol of freedom and democracy, but can we really not wait for Independence Day? Dedham SquareDedham, MA, .more
NERF Night for Kids & Adults
It’s not just for kids! Adults too can shoot each other with NERF weapons, and some of the events at GuardUp like a summer camp for kids. GuardUpBurlington, MA, .more
Quincy Flag Day Parade & Fireworks
Whatever Flag Day is, it sounds like a good excuse to organize a parade and a fireworks show! The parade starts at Coddington Street in Quincy and goes down Hancock Street to Pageant Field. Parade 7pm then a fly-over and live music and fireworks at 9:15pm over Blacks Creek. Coddington StreetQuincy, MA, .more
Bunker Hill Parade
One more reason why Boston is awesome: we defeated the British at Bunker Hill. You’re welcome, America! See this a re-enactment encampment and parade that kicks off a whole week of activities. 12:30pm. Bunkerhill StreetCharlestown, MA, .more
German Car Day at Larz Anderson Museum
Car season opens at Larz Anderson Museum with German Car Day. You can also go to the world class automobile museum in Brookline for another of their car fests on the lawn. 10am-2pm. Larz Anderson Auto MuseumNewton, MA, –.more
The Big Quiz Thing
C’mon Cambridge, let’s show Noah Tarnow how smart we all are. It’s The Big Quiz Thing live! 8pm, free. Club OberonCambridge, MA, .more
The Moth
StorySLAMS are great! You can register to this one to tell your own story, or just come watch and listen to other people. Either way, it’s always fun. 8pm. Club OberonCambridge, MA, .more
e2 Enterprise Technology Conference & Expo
This one is interesting! Join experts in technology for this 40+ sessions and workshops conference. All related to IT, Marketing and much more. 4-6:30pm. Boston Marriott Copley PlaceBoston, MA, .more
Fifer’s Day parade
Watch costumed minutemen as they cook hot dogs. There will be a road race, parade, kids carnival, dunk tank, with a tug-o-war and a donut eating contest! 9:30am. Flerra MeadowsBoxborough, MA, .more
Wings and Wheels
There’s a world class airplane museum in New England, but they’re not open all the time. This is your chance to see Michael Andretti’s 1995 Lola/Ford XB race winning car. Or, you might want to take a flight in the Stearman and T-6 Texan! Collings FoundationStow, MA, –.more
Hanover Day w/ Fireworks
This festival has live music, craft vendors, games for kids, a car show and… fireworks! 10am-1pm. Sylvester FieldHanover, MA, .more
Printing Arts Fair
What? Steamroller printing sounds awesome! Learn about old-school printing and bookbinding. There will also be activities and an antiques fair! 10am-4pm. The Museum of PrintingNorth Andover, MA, .more
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Also Fun
Boston New Technology Meetup
What’s cooking at technology startups? Find out at the Boston New Technology Showcase! To make it better, it’s for free! 6-9pm. The Boston GlobeBoston, MA, .more
Chefs in Shorts
If you have $70 to spare, you can join this outdoor BBQ where the big wow is that the chefs wear shorts. Not very creative, but I’m sure it’s fun. 7-9:30pm. Seaport World Trade Center?Boston, MA, .more
Taste of Cambridge
Pay $50 for charity and sample food from over 100 restaurants, outdoors with live music at this charity event. Sidney Street and University Park CommonCambridge, MA, .more
The esplanade was made for walking! Join JAM’N 94.5’s Ramiro and KISS 108’s Romeo to raise money for a kids hospital. DCR Hatch ShellBoston, MA, .more
Father’s Day at the Zoo!
Let’s do it differently this time: Instead of dad taking the kids to the zoo, why don’t the kids take dad to the zoo? Free admission to all dads in both the Franklin Park Zoo and the Stone Zoo. Franklin Park Zoo & Stone ZooBoston, MA, .more
Masterworks Chorale Summer Sings
Summer Sings allow music lovers to become part of the singing community. Not a pro? Does not matter, everyone can join Masterworks Chorale and enjoy an informal singing session. Noble and Greenough SchoolDedham, MA, –.more
A Thrilling Evening of Suspense
Is it hard to be a writer nowadays? I don’t know! Why don’t you ask them personally? 3 famous writers will be talking about their careers. 6:30pm. Main LibraryCambridge, MA, .more
Waltham Riverfest
You’ll find 4 stages of live music, a moonlight canoe tour, a pet parade, and a lot more at this town-wide festival. I like it! Along the Charles RiverWaltham, MA, –.more
Winthrop Seaside Striders 5K Foot Race
This 5K race fund raises to help those affected by the Boston Marathon tragedy and also to maintain Winthrop Parks & Recreation. Help others, and keep your body healthy! 6:30pm. Winthrop High SchoolWinthrop, MA, .more
Taste of Allston
I’ve been to this one too, and frankly it was actually good — food for salt of the Earth people like me, not high faultin stuff. Profits go to gentrifying Allston, fighting the tide of boozing college kids who don’t care where they piss. 12-3pm. Harvard Murr CenterAllston, MA, .more
Squeezebox Slam
Accordionists will stroll around Somerville, ultimately congregating in Davis Sq., where Kielbasia, an Accordion-Playing Drag Lunch Lady, will get the concert rolling! This has to be fun. 1-6pm. Seven Hills ParkSomerville, MA, .more
Chelsea Art Walk
Chelsea Art walk is a variation of the popular Open Studios kind of event. This one supports local artists, and features music, theatre and historical exhibits for free. Various LocationsChelsea, MA, –.more
Midsummer Night Revels
This event gathers different dance and musical performances for you to enjoy. The VIP ticket grants you access to the reception with amuse-bouches and wine. 8pm. Holy Trinity Armenian ChurchCambridge, MA, .more
Crawfish for Cancer
Crawfish are lobsters who decided to cross the road. Come eat a bunch of them and join the battle against cancer. You’ll find live entertainment as well. 2-7pm. The Boathouse on Pier 4, Charlestown Navy YardBoston, MA, .more
Boston Arthritis Walk
A walk to raise awareness of Arthritis. Right after it, there will be a reunion where food and entertainment will be available. 9-2pm. DCR’s Artesani ParkBrighton, MA, .more
Duck Race on the Charles River
Rubber duck races are fun, and they are better when there’s free food around. There will be pony rides and face painting, too. 1-3pm. Riverdale ParkDedham, MA, .more
Arts Fest Beverly
This is another juried art expo with craft vendors, but at least it’s outdoors and has something called art-on-the-spot creations. 10-4pm. DowntownBeverly, MA, .more
Arlington Feast of the East
First of all: Free slush, popcorn, and cotton candy! This is a merchant fair where restaurants and vendors offer their goodies in the streets. Features live entertainment and games for kids. 11-3pm. Arlington, MA, .more
South End Garden Tour
Okay, let’s take a look at the beautiful gardens of rich people. It only costs $25! 10am. LibraryBoston, MA, .more
Sunday Fun in the Park
Join the fun at Fiedler Field. There will be games, music, fishing and even yoga. It’s summer and there should be more events like this one. 2-4pm. Fiedler FieldBoston, MA, .more
Taste of Quincy
25 of the most popular restaurants in Quincy offer tastings, it costs $30. But hey, there will be live music!5-8pm. Gazebo at Best Western Adams InnQuincy, 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
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
Hidden Hollow Under the Stars
This is a no-kids-allowed outdoor event. Enjoy good food and live music at Hidden Hollow. 7pm. Heritage Museums & GardensSandwich, MA, .more
Bloomsday Celebration
So this event revolves around James Joyce’s novel Ulysses. It’s basically readings, music and some play-acting. 2-5pm. Cultural CenterSouth Yarmouth, MA, .more
Lowell African Festival
How cool! This is an African festival with dancing, music and crafts. It’s a good time to try some African dishes too. 11-7pm. Sampas Pavilion, Pawtucket BlvdLowell, MA, .more
Play in the Park at DeCordova
Play and experiment with art in the outdoor sculpture park at my favorite art museum. As well as the indoors, walk around and enjoy all their outdoor sculptures. The DeCordova Sculpture MuseumLincoln, MA, .more
Father’s Day Road Race and Family Fun Walk
Walk with your dad through the streets of North Easton. There will be an ‘after-party’ and raffles. Registrations starts 8am, Race 9am. Children’s Museum in EastonNorth Easton, MA, .more
Hampton Beach Catamaran Regatta
It’s two days of sailing, racing and having fun. Even if you’re just watching, you’d be at the beach. Hampton Beach, NH, –.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
The Young Gals Support The Grand Old Lady
It’s a series of on board competitions like knot tying, sail raising and more! Sounds really fun, but this fundraiser’s tickets cost $40. 6-8pm. Essex Shipbuilding MuseumEssex, MA, .more
Clark YMCA Summer Solstice Celebration
This community celebration features a parade, a road race, live entertainment and much more. Road race 8am, celebration 11-4pm. Fire StationWinchendon, MA, .more
Strawberry Festival at Smith’s Castle
Okay, so we all know there will be lots of strawberries at a Strawberry Festival. They promise fun for everyone but there are no details. It’s your call. 4pm. Smith’s CastleNorth Kingstown, RI, .more
South Shore Art Center’s Arts Festival
This is an outdoor juried arts fest. There will be live music and entrance is free, as far as I can tell. Cohasset Town CommonCohasset, MA, –.more
Antiquarian Hearth & Home Tours
This is a self-guided tour through popular private houses. 35 USD for a ticket to get into rich people’s places? Aren’t they rich enough? 10-4pm. Hedge House Museum,126 Water StreetPlymouth, MA, .more
Last Blast Carnival
Fiesta Shows is bringing the fun to Revere. With unlimited rides specials, and magic shows from Wednesday through Sunday. As usual, there will be games and food. Ocean Blvd.Revere, MA, –.more
Taste of Amherst
How do you make a food event last 4 days? Won’t the food get cold? They promise ‘family fun’. Boltwood Avenue Town CommonAmherst, 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
Splash-tacular Weekend at Davis Farmland
Lots of water-based games for everyone at Davids Farmland. They have water balloon tossing, and New England’s largest zero-depth water spray park. Sterling, MA, –.more
Music and Art Weekend at Old Sturbridge Village
By music and art, they mean NINETEENTH CENTURY music and art! A whole weekend full of period entertainments. It’s more than 50 different spectacles, so you won’t get bored. Sturbridge, MA, –.more
Day of Knights
Meet friendly and brave knights dressed in armors. Learn their secrets and find out what it was like to fight with their heavy metal clothes. 12-4. Higgins Armory MuseumWorcester, MA, .more
Performance
Review: Sound of Music
The Sound of Music is an all time favorite. This version has been called thrilling and inspirational. It’s running from 6/11 to 6/23. 7:30pm. Click for our review! North Shore Music TheatreBeverly, MA, –.more
Review: Black Comedy
Picture Black Comedy as The Last Supper, but instead of the apostles you have comedy geniuses making an evening unforgettable. Here’s our review. Factory TheatreBoston, MA, –.more
An Evening with Dar Williams & The New Philharmonia Orchestra
The New Philharmonia Orchestra will join Dar Williams in her debut performance with symphony orchestra. Sounds like an interesting combination to me. 8pm. First Baptist ChurchNewton, MA, .more
Allegro Dance Collective presents: ‘En Route’
Watch an interesting dance performance that remembers us to keep going on, no matter what. 8:30pm. Magoun SquareSomerville, MA, .more
Kina Zor at the African Festival of Lowell
This is one of the music highlights at the African Festival of Lowell. There will be a Mozambican Marrabenta style dance performance. 3 sets throughout the day. Sampas Pavillion,Lowell, MA, .more
Travel
Gardenfest at Florence Griswold Museum
Gardenfest celebrates nature with multiple events, like nature inspired jewelry workshops, dancing classes and guided tours at Florence Griswold Museum. Check their website for details and the festival schedule. Florence Griswold MuseumOld Lyme, CT, –.more
Sunken Garden Poetry Festival
This wonderful garden is holding a poetry event with two Pulitzer Prize-winners and live music! 5-8:30pm. Hill-Stead MuseumFarmington, CT, .more
Goshen Stampede
Yipeee, this event boasts two demolition derbies and a rodeo! There will be a truck competition, live music and lotsa food. Goshen Fair GroundsGoshen, CT, –.more
Fairfield County Irish Festival
Enjoy the Irish culture through step dancing, music, a marketplace, lots of food, and a soccer championship. Fairfield University CampusFairfield, CT, –.more
Strawberry Fest at Lyman Orchards
At this Strawberry Fest you’ll be able to harvest your own fruits! There will be, of course, fun activities for everyone like the pie eating contest. Middlefield, 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
Moose Lottery Festival
Trick shooting, floating lanterns, canoe orienteering, this festival features the best of Maine! VariousGreenville, ME, –.more
Maine Blues Fest
The Maine Blues Festival is not only about music, it’s also a celebration of summertime food! Enjoy more than 40 bands performing in the region. Various LocationsNaples, ME, –.more
Southern Maine Pride Parade and Festival
Pride parades are always fun. But the best part is that they make communities become stronger. Parade at noon, followed by the festival. Monument SquarePortland, ME, .more
French and Indian War Encampment
So apparently the French and Indians had a war. Do they teach that in school? This encampment will show in an interactive fashion what happened back then. This is a great way to learn about history. 9am. Fort McClary State Historic Site, Rt 103 Oldsfields RoadKittery Point, ME, –.more
Margaretta Days Festival
An encampment is when historic re-enactors dress up as military men from history and camp out. Learn youse some hist’ry! There will be lots of cool demonstrations of blacksmithing and such. 10am-3pm. University of MaineMachias, ME, .more
Bicknell’s Thrush Tours
Yay! Who wants to get up REALLY early to go on a trip and watch birds? This tour will take you to see Bicknell’s Thrush, which is a rare bird, I’ve been told. Tours start at 6 am but you need to be there at least 15 min earlier. Reservation needed. Mt. Washington Auto RoadGorham, NH, –.more
Father’s Day Special at the Conway Scenic Railroad
Dad will ride for free at Conway Scenic Railroad, when accompanied by a loving child, or just a child. Anyways, this should be fun! North Conway, NH, .more
Block Island Music Festival
This 6 day music festival sounds great: Free food for the attendees, awesome solo performances or acoustic ensembles and frozen drinks. It’s a good way of ending a fun day at the beach. 5pm. Captain Nick’s Rock N’ Roll BarBlock Island, RI, –.more
Secret Garden Tours
This is a self-guided walking tour of private gardens in historic Newport. If you got 20 bucks to spare and feel like admiring some fancy gardens, this is for you. 10-5pm. Various LocationsNewport, RI, –.more
Quechee Balloon Festival and Crafts Fair
Don’t get distracted by the beer garden at this festival, hot-air balloon and train rides are way more fun. Balloon rides tend to sell-out, so you should book early! Main Green, Route 4Quechee, VT, –.more
Kids Pirate Festival
This is a pirate festival for kids, but it’s never too late to get on a pirate’s costume and have fun! They will build a duct tape ship!!! Lake Champlain Maritime MuseumVergennes, VT, –.more
Connecticut Early Music Festival
Enjoy a series of concerts of ‘old music’ that led the way to new styles. The concerts feature the work of Vivaldi ad other visionaries. 3 musical weekends, 7:30pm. Various LocationsNew London, CT, –.more
Outdoor Theatre
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Charles River Conservancy Parkland GamesAllston, MA
3:30pm. Memorial Drive at JFK Street
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Family Hour in the OpenNewburyport, MA
Storytelling, songs, dancing, fairytale-theater and much more every third Saturday of every warm month. 11am. Maudslay State Park, Curzon Mill Rd., 978-465-2572.
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Downtown Sundown SeriesProvidence, RI
Bring your own chair, blanket and maybe even a picnic dinner to enjoy the free performance of one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays. 8pm. Roger Williams Natl Memorial, 282 North Main St, 401-521-7266.
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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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Movies on the Roof DeckNewport, RI
8:30pm. Vanderbilt Grace Hotel, 41 Mary 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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Boston Harbor Hotel’s ‘Summer In The City’Boston, MA
Dusk. 70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000.
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Children’s Movie NightNorton, MA
Saturdays 7:30pm. Winslow Farm, 37 Eddy Street
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Salem Free Summer ConcertsSalem, MA
Sundays 3-6pm. Peabody Street Park, 978-745-0251.
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Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA
12-2pm. Downtown Crossing
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Middlesex Concert Band RehearsalsWakefield, MA
7:30pm. In good weather rehearsals are outdoors. Church, 8 Lafayette St
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Club Passim Summer Concert SeriesCambridge, MA
12-1pm. 47 Palmer St.
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Downtown Crossing Block PartiesBoston, MA
5-8pm. Downtown Crossing
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Family Concert Series at West SpringfieldWest Springfield, MA
7-8:30pm, except 7/4. Various
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Library Summer Concert SeriesProvidence, RI
7pm, more coming soon. Providence Public Library, 401-467-2700.
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Keene Music FestivalKeene, NH
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Sunset Music SeriesNewport, RI
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Ocean Beach Park Music SeriesNew London, CT
Variety of cruise nights, magic, live music. Ocean Beach Park
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Sunday Jazz Brunch on the TerraceBoston, MA
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Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA
Mondays 7pm. Sampas Pavilion
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Music on the GreenSouthington, CT
7pm. Downtown Southington
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Coop Concerts & MoreGreenfield, MA
6-8pm. Greenfield Energy Park, 413-774-9949.
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Summer Concerts at the Sherman Green GazeboFairfield, CT