Events INSIDER: Oct 6-14, 2014
10/06/14 by
Johnny Monsarrat
Giveaways & Features
Win: Canobie Lake Screeemfest
If you’re brave enough, email giveaways@eventsinsider.com to win your way into Canobie Lake Park’s Screeemfest! Salem, NH, –.more
Win: King Richard’s Faire
King Richard’s Faire is New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Festival. We have two pairs of tickets to give away! Email giveaways@eventsinsider.com to win and say whether you need two pairs or could win only one. Carver, MA, –.more
Improbable Players 30th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser
‘One play, one day at a time’ is the mantra for this troupe known for reaching out to youth with a positive message about substance abuse. Celebrate 30 years of their work with them! 7:30pm. Watertown, MA, .more
Johnny’s Picks
Dead Poets Remembrance Day in New England
What is Dead Poets Day? It’s a celebration of the poets of yesterday. Find the closest cemetery and honor your favorite writer! All Over, , –.more
Medeival Faire
King Richard’s Faire is larger, but this Western Mass renaissance faire features an old mansion and museum as well as the usual vendors, performers, and demonstrations of horseriding and medeival combat. 10am. Lenox, MA, .more
Cambridgeport History Day
Talks, walks, and demonstrations make up the bulk of this festival, but there is a potluck lunch and music all afternoon! 10:30am. Cambridge, MA, .more
VW Day/Transporterfest
It’s VW Day at Larz Anderson, and that means you can expect a day full of Hippie vans, Baja Bugs, tuner GTI’s, and more. Cool! 9:30am. Brookline, MA, .more
Street Performer Fall Festival
A whole weekend of amazing street performances by the best entertainers in Boston. Worth checking it out more than once, they say. Boston, MA, –.more
Opening Our Doors Celebration
Fenway is surrounded by music, theatre, and arts venues, and they’re all open for free — and there’s a trolley to take you around from spot to spot! Most of it’s performance, but interactive events include a kids parade, a walking tour, and more. Boston, MA, .more
Kettle of Fish Ale – Salem
Check out this ‘Ale’, which means festival in old-timey speak. With Morris dancing in Salem and Boston. Boston, MA, –.more
Cranberry Festival
Another cranberry festival that does not feature ‘The Cranberries’. This one has music, activities, and a lot more to do! 11am. Nantucket, MA, .more
Yarmouth Seaside Festival
This festival will feature a giant parade, sand sculpting, bed races, a beach bonfire, lots of crafts and food, and fireworks! South Yarmouth, MA, –.more
Lowell Celebrates Kerouac Literary Festival
Jack Kerouac is that biker dude who wrote ‘On The Road’, encouraging wanderlust, and he was born in Lowell, Massachusetts. So this festival celebrates him with tours, a marathon book reading, music and poetry readings. Lowell, MA, –.more
Peter’s Corps
Learn about the Revolutionary War from this unit of American Loyalists. That’s the good guys, and this is living history! 10am. Lincoln, MA, .more
Battle for the Airfield – WWII Reenactment
Watch living history WITH living history in the form of WWII vetertans. Who will win the Battle for the Airfield? 8:30am. Stow, MA, –.more
Battle Road Trail Walk
Follow the steps of the ones who took part in the events of April 19, 1775. Not literally, of course, but on a walking tour with a guide. Lincoln, MA, .more
Topsfield Fair
This agricultural fair comes with a giant pumpkin contest, blacksmith shop, demolition derby, live music, cider mill, parades, a carnival, pig racing, a petting farm, and demos of milking, bee keeping, and wood carving. Topsfield, MA, –.more
Stone Age & Primitive Skills Celebration
Let’s go Caveman! At this free event, some activities have included learning to use the bola, archery, ice age art, spear throwing, and anthropologically accurate/best-guess cave man music. And you can take the ‘charging beast challenge’ and play ancient hoops. 10am. Deerfield, MA, .more
Riverside Blues & BBQ
Not just one but two BBQ contests, plus great live blues bands and lots more fun. Greenfield, MA, –.more
Davis Mega Maze
It’s a corn maze with a treasure hunt mission. What will you find after 8 acres of corn and almost 3 miles of fun? Sterling, MA, –.more
Halloween
J. Cannibal’s Feast of Flesh XII
Halloween is coming on strong now. This is a zombie movie classic preceded by live music, burlesque, and more! 11:30pm. Boston, MA, .more
Frightful Fridays: Ghost Stories in the Mansion
Guided tours of this historical site, with a spooky twist. It’s Halloween season, and Gore Place knows it. Fridays 7 and 8:30pm. Waltham, MA, –.more
Pumpkin Day at Bourne Farm
Pick a pumpkin, take a pony ride, or even a spin in a kayak. Lots of fun activities for everyone! 9am. Falmouth, MA, .more
Witch’s Woods
Plenty of ways to get your scare on here with haunted castles, mansions, and hayrides through Witch’s Woods! Westford, MA, –.more
Salem Haunted Happenings
Salem is ready for Halloween. They probably have more ‘haunted happenings’ than any other town. Check their website for a full list of spooky stuff! Salem, MA, –.more
Haunted Movies on Salem Common
There will be five movie nights throughout October as part of Haunted Happenings. Grab a blanket and enjoy a spooky outdoor showing! Salem, MA, –.more
Salem Zombie Walk
Do you like zombies? Do you like walking? Dress up and go on a fake rampage! Come early for some kickball as well. 3:30pm. Salem, MA, .more
Pumpkin Festival in Northampton
Aimed to kids, mostly. You’ll find a bouncy houses, face painting, pumpkin decorating, and more. 10am-4pm. Florence, MA, .more
Pumpkins Aglow!
Come to this park for a walk through areas that very few people know. Enjoy the train rides and the enchanted stroll. Carver, MA, –.more
Nantucket’s Annual Demolition Derby
50 cars, 7 runs, and total destruction guaranteed! Check out Nantucket’s annual demolition derby. 12pm. Nantucket, MA, .more
Halloween Hike at Boo Meadow Brook
Take a sunset walk through a magical, slightly haunted forest. Learn about the area and wildlife on this guided tour! 6:30-8pm. Worcester, MA, –.more
Also Fun
Pick Your Own Apples – Where to Go
Somehow I found this list of apple picking locations in Massachusetts. My favorite? Davis Farmland. All Over, , –.more
Harvest Festival
There will be music, a silent auction, games for kids and a lots of sales. Don’t miss the haunted house or the hall of pumpkins! West Stockbridge, MA, –.more
Made in the Berkshires Festival
If you were ‘made’ in the Berkshires you should not miss this. There will be music, theatre, dancing and more. Pittsfield, MA, –.more
Pittsfield CityJazz Festival
Jazz here, jazz there, jazz everywhere. Enjoy multiple performances at different venues around downtown. There is even a jazz crawl! Pittsfield, MA, –.more
COLLISION:More Human
Explore the themes of human self-modification and the human modification of our environment at this exhibition opening on the 13th, with a reception on the 12th. Jamaica Plain, MA, –.more
Fragments of Engagement
Come see the work of Sean Thomas Foulkes in this exhibition opening Thursday. It is made up of tough but moving images and themes. Cambridge, MA, –.more
OURSELFIES: Real Life, Internet And Canvas Impressions On Others
Explore what we wear and how we look at others in this interesting and fashionable event. Try to resist taking selfies! 7pm. Somerville, MA, –.more
MassArt’s Excellent Swiss Design – Opening Reception
So, what are some of the neatest things the Swiss have come up with lately? See the best of the best at this exhibition. 2014:6-8pm. Boston, MA, .more
Boston Fashion Week
Get your Zoolander on at the Boston Fashion Week, which in true Zoolander logic is actually 9 days. Boston, MA, –.more
Business of Hip-Hop/Urban Music Symposium: A Rap with Talib Kweli
Celebrate one of the most influential and exciting genres of music today at this panel discussion with some big names from the business. 7pm. Boston, MA, .more
Runway for Recovery
Support women and their families in the fight against breast cancer at this fun and uplifting fashion show! 6pm. Boston, MA, .more
Columbus Day Game
Have an eye for the unusual? Put it to good use at Gore Place’s Columbus Day Game, where things are just a little off! 10am. Waltham, MA, .more
Fall Open House
Everyone is invited to the MFA on Monday for a day of art and special events, on the house. Yep, it’s free! 10am. Boston, MA, .more
Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women
This women only race contributes to a totally good charity. Thank goodness they’re starting at 12pm, unlike so many races by crazy morning people. 12pm. Boston, MA, .more
Asian Festival
Celebrate many different kinds of Asian culture at this Festival in Newton. Enjoy food, music, dance, crafts, and more! 12pm. Newton, MA, .more
Zooarchaeology Laboratory Open House
It’s probably aimed at kids, but trying to identify bones found in excavations sounds really cool. Go hands on in a real Zooarchaeology Lab! 12pm. Cambridge, MA, .more
Oktoberfest
It’s great to see that this event is more about culture and music and less about beer. Several bands will play around Harvard Square for your auditive pleasure. 12pm. Cambridge, MA, .more
African Traditional Fte
Check out this African dance competition for some amazing performances and tons of culture. 4pm-8pm. Boston, MA, .more
Origins of Life on Earth
Two MIT professors discuss the origins of life on Earth through living organisms and geological record. Cool! 6pm. Cambridge, MA, .more
Taste of Perkins
Take a dining adventure at this blindfolded meal and wine tasting. Live music will be provided by students as well! 6pm. Watertown, MA, .more
Black Chick Watching: Sistas in Sitcoms
Celebrate black women and girls and their roles onTV sitcoms! Take a look at this Different World where Family Matters, even if they are Living Single with the Girlfriends. 7:30pm. Somerville, MA, .more
Illuminus D
Check out these interactive workshops and get hands on in the world of 3D projection mapping. Plus special events each day! Boston, MA, –.more
Fall BU Fringe Festival
BU’s Opera Institute and Theatre programs come together for this festival of rare and new works in unique settings. Check it out! Boston, MA, –.more
HONK! Festival
All the spirit of a true New Orleans Mardi Gras band, but right here in Somerville! Great music and lots of fun at HONK! Festival. Somerville, MA, –.more
Goya – Order and Disorder
A major exhibition of the works of Spanish master Francisco Goya opens this week at the MFA. Don’t miss it! Boston, MA, –.more
Mad in America’s International Film Festival
This film fest with flicks from around the world focuses on mental heath issues and should prove to be informative and entertaining. Arlington, MA, –.more
Boston Winter Film Festival
There is no better way to get ready for your favorite winter activities than the Boston Winter Film Festival, which features the best skiing and snowboarding films! Boston, MA, –.more
Columbus Day Parade
So aparently, this guy Columbus was kind of a big deal. He’s a got a parade! Enjoy the festivities. East Boston, MA, .more
Jazzfest Falmouth
A Grammy winning singer headlines this stacked Jazzfest in Falmouth. Don’t miss a beat of the Jazz Stroll! Falmouth, MA, –.more
Provincetown Art Association and Museum Gala
Honor friends of the museum and help raise funds for new programs and exhibits at this special gala event! 5pm. Provincetown, MA, .more
Women’s Week
Spend a fun week by joining in some of the fun and interesting activities planned for this event. No dudes allowed! Provincetown, MA, –.more
Making Art in the Park
Local artists used this museum and park as a subject and created some beautiful art, which is on display this week with a reception on Saturday. Lowell, MA, –.more
Harvest Weekend
At this festival you’ll learn to turn flax into linen and prepare for winter as the Native Americans did. There will be food and entertainment too! Harvard, MA, –.more
Corn Maze
This fun corn maze at Moulton Farm is open for the season. Find an afternoon to get lost! Meredith, NH, –.more
The Big Draw
Be a part of The Big Draw at this fun day-long event at the Peabody Essex Museum. It’s the biggest drawing festival in the world! 10am. Salem, MA, .more
Fall Harvest Festival
Two days of games and food. They will have a scarecrow contest, puppet show, and lots of live music! Newburyport, MA, –.more
Ashfield Fall Festival
This 50-vendor craft fair comes with live music and games for kids. Oh look, they will also have food, and competitions for giant pumpkins and sunflowers. 10am. Ashfield, MA, –.more
Cranberry Harvest Celebration
You will find old-fashioned activities, paddleboat rides, live music and cranberries, of course. 10am. Wareham, MA, –.more
Harvest Dinner with Pilgrims
Dancing, singing and feasting.. that’s what they do at Plimoth Plantation to celebrate the season, and I’m totally cool with it. 5:30pm. Plymouth, MA, –.more
The Northeast Classic- Face Off Against Cancer
This is a Lacrosse tourney that benefits the fight against cancer, which is the real enemy here. Braintree, MA, –.more
New Bedford Open Studios South
Check out the first of two New Bedford Open Studios this weekend, and take a tour of where local artists create their works! 10am. New Bedford, MA, –.more
Art in the Orchard
Sculptures decorate this trail through beautiful fruit gardens. Take a stroll and take it all in! Easthampton, MA, –.more
Paradise City Arts Festival (Northampton)
A commercial art event in western Massachusetts. At least they don’t try to hide the fact that it’s basically a mall. Northampton, MA, –.more
Next Stop Holyoke
Music, arts, history, performances and more show just why Holyoke is the next stop for great entertainment all weekend long! Holyoke, MA, –.more
Fun in the Sun Rail Jam
It’s a snowboarding competition without the snow. Well, I guess the guys need to warm up for winter, right? There’s also a huge equipment sale and swap. 9:30am. Princeton, MA, .more
AIS Home Coming Pow-wow
I like pow-wows because they’re fun and educational. They tend to have music, dancing and food! Spencer, MA, .more
Performance
Review: BENT
Check out the deep and moving play the raised awareness of homosexuals persecuted in Nazi Germany. Boston, MA, –.more
Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors
Make no mistake – Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors is not one to be missed. Starting Wednesday at Brighton High School! Brighton, MA, –.more
KNOCK! | The Daniil Kharms Project
Far from a knock-knock joke, this dramatic play centers on the theme of the possibilities from a knock on the door. Boston, MA, –.more
Far From Heaven
Private longings and social taboos in 1950’s Connecticut take the stage is this musical opening Friday. Boston, MA, –.more
Sweeney Todd
Attend the tale of Sweeney Todd, in town beginning on September 5th at The Lyric Stage Company. Boston, MA, –.more
Review: ASSASSINS
A musical about some of history’s most notorious killers? This has got to be good! Starting 10/4. Watertown, MA, –.more
Review: J.A.S.O.N.
Are you ready for Myth, Murder & Mayhem in a Punk Rock World? If so, J.A.S.O.N. is the show for you! Cambridge, MA, –.more
White Rabbit, Red Rabbit
Beginner’s luck, perhaps? In this never-once-rehearsed play, actors read their lines cold on stage. Sounds interesting! Boston, MA, .more
Review: Traces
Music, storytelling, and acrobatics blend into once amazing night at this world famous group’s performance! Boston, MA, –.more
Review: Angels in America: Perestroika
The second half of the Angels in America saga is in town. Plus, a dollar from every ticket will be donated to Fenway Health. Concord, MA, –.more
Boban i Marko Markovic Orkestar – Global Music Lunchtime Concert Series
Check out this acclaimed 11-piece Romani brass band at a lunchtime performance sure to brighten your day! 12pm. Boston, MA, .more
Two Boys Lost
This play blends family, holidays, homelessness, and mental illness in an expertly crafted dramatic production. 7:30pm. Cambridge, MA, –.more
Rushad Eggleston w/ Elizabeth and Ben Anderson
This is less a concert and more like a performance, music taken to another level. Check out this legend live on stage! 8pm. Somerville, MA, .more
Lord Geoffrey Presents Blanca and Chuchi Alcuadrado
Check out this acoustic set from this Spanish duo known for their unique style. 8pm. Cambridge, MA, .more
Yuna with Holly Cook
This Malaysian singer-songwriter has become a household name with her unique pop-folk-R&B sound. Check her out! 8pm. Boston, MA, .more
It Felt Empty When the Heart Went at First but Its Alright Now
Explore the life of Dijana Polancec: professional romantic, eternal optimist and prostitute by circumstance in this new show at Charlestown Working Theatre! Charlestown, MA, –.more
Middletown
A meditation on birth, death, and the points between, Middletown is funny, heartbreaking and profound. Boston, MA, –.more
When the Wolves Came In
A celebrated choreographer leads the Boston debut of When the Wolves Came In, with solo and group performances as well as live music. Boston, MA, –.more
Travel
See below for Corn Field Mazes and Halloween attractions outside Massachusetts.
Connecticut Renaissance Faire
For the next five weekends, Norwitch is going back in time to the Renaissance! Be ye knight or knave, check it out! Norwich, CT, –.more
Beware of the year 7000, Enter If You Dare
If corporations are people, what if they lose their humanity? Check out this gallery where artists explore a frightening future. Danbury, CT, –.more
Killington Hay Festival
Holy moley. They make sculptures out of hay bales and PAINT them! What will you find on the scavenger hunt? Killington, VT, –.more
Halloween
| Halloween Attractions – click map above to set region | Mon 10/6 | Tue 10/7 | Wed 10/8 | Thu 10/9 | Fri 10/10 | Sat 10/11 | Sun 10/12 | Mon 10/13 |
| Frightful Fridays!Waltham, MA | F | |||||||
| The 7-1-5 Haunted HouseCanton, MA | M | T | W | R | F | S | S | M |
| Count Orlok’s Nightmare GallerySalem, MA | M | T | W | R | F | S | S | M |
| Monster Mini-GolfDanvers, MA | T | W | R | F | S | S | M | |
| Haunted Harbor CruiseSalem, MA | M | T | W | R | F | S | S | M |
| Hysteria at Connors FarmDanvers, MA | F | S | S | |||||
| Black Cat Ghostly Evening TourSalem, MA | M | T | W | R | F | S | S | M |
| Haunted Movie Series on Salem CommonSalem, MA | S | |||||||
| Cry Innocent!Salem, MA | M | T | W | R | F | S | S | M |
| Legacy of the Hanging Judge & Spirit of the Gables (re-enactment)Salem, MA | F | S | S | |||||
| Eerie Evenings at the Witch HouseSalem, MA | F | S | ||||||
| The Dark of NightSalem, MA | F | S | ||||||
| Castle of Shadows at Hammond CastleGloucester, MA | F | S | ||||||
| Ghost Stories at Pioneer VillageSalem, MA | F | S | ||||||
| Salem Halloween Happenings & Year-Round AttractionsSalem, MA | M | T | W | R | F | S | S | M |
Corn Field Mazes
Boston’s concert season is rocking this year! Some of the concerts in Boston you can get tickets to online include John Legend at the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion, Fleetwood Mac, teen superstar Justin Bieber and even Tom Petty at Fenway Park. Boston seems to always have lots of events going on, even stuff for the kids like Disney on Ice Frozen at the Fleet Center.
























































































