Events INSIDER: July 29 – Aug 6, 2013

Giveaways
Win: Paramore at DCU Center
The GRAMMY Award-nominated rock band hits the DCU Center in November, and I’m giving away 2 tickets! Tweet #PARATOUR and email johnny@eventsinsider.com to win. Win: Paramore at DCU CenterDCU Center Worcester, MA, .
Win: Shooze Cruise Event
Spend a fun evening onboard the Provincetown II, with live music and raffles. This harbor Cruise aims to help the ones in need. I have two tickets for the 8/14 cruise. Email johnny@eventsinsider.com to win! Win: Shooze Cruise Event Boston, MA, .
Win: YES – Live in concert
Yes, it’s YES in concert. Enjoy their greatest hits and sing along. 7pm. Aaaaaand yes, I have six tickets for this! Email johnny@eventsinsider.com to win. Win: YES - Live in concertThe Twin River Casino Lincoln, RI, .
Johnny’s Picks
Outdoor movies!
Nobody lists more outdoor movies in New England! I track 97 different series with more than 400 shows, and most of them are free! To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom. more
Outdoor concerts!
Events Insider keeps track of all the cool, fun and outdoorsy activities in New England. This is where you find the places and events you cannot miss.To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom. 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
South Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower
There are only 9 major meteor showers a year, but if you discount the ones that are too cold to watch, or that are cloudy you are left with few opportunities! Here is one. South Delta Aquarids Meteor ShowerA field or lake without city lights All Over, , .
Stargazing and Planet Spotting with Arunah Hill
My favorite place to watch the meteors would be Arunah Hill, which will draw more than a hundred amateur (and professional) astronomers to teach you about the skies. I’ve been there! At dusk. Stargazing and Planet Spotting with Arunah HillNotchview Windsor, MA, .
Red Bones Pig Pickin’
This is a southern-style hog roast and street festival to benefit charity. Live music. 6-9pm. I’ve been; it’s small but it’s outdoors and convenient to the city. Red Bones Pig Pickin'Red Bones Somerville, MA, .
Battle of the Arts & Summer Art Fest
At this one, the best art wins cash! Kids and adults alike make chalk art, group murals or dye shirts. 3pm. Battle of the Arts & Summer Art FestMartini Shell at Hyde Park,1000 Truman Pkwy Boston, MA, .
Celebrate Burlington
This celebration has carnival rides, live music, fireworks and a giant water slide! 11am-10pm. Celebrate BurlingtonTown Common Burlington, MA, .
The Tender Heart and Brave
Learn about the strong friendship between politician Charles Sumner and poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, trough readings of their letters, poems and journals. 5:30pm. The Tender Heart and BraveHoughton Library at Harvard University Cambridge, MA, .
Boston Comic Con
This is New Englands’s biggest and (best) Comic Book Show. Find cosplayers, celebrities and fun shows, all under the same roof! Boston Comic ConWorld Seaport Trade Center Boston, MA, .
Civil War Day on Georges Island
Its not like you need an excuse to visit the Boston Harbor Islands, but here’s one: Meet Civil War re-enactors that give guided tours around Georges Island. Civil War Day on Georges IslandGeorges Island Boston, MA, .
Tutto Italiano at Larz Anderson Museum
Mamma mia! All their outdoor car shows are fun. 10am-2pm. Tutto Italiano at Larz Anderson MuseumLarz Anderson Museum Brookline, MA, .
Boomtown Movie Night
As part of the Boomtown festival, you get to enjoy an outdoor movie screening. this time, ‘The wizard of Oz’. Rain Site: Multicultural Arts Center, 41 2nd St. Boomtown Movie NightCentanni Park, Intersection of 2nd & Otis St Cambridge, MA, .
Wings & Wheels: Cruise-In/Fly-In
Ok, this one has planes and specialty cars… it’s a no brainer! But hey, there will be wood-fired pizza too. Every Thursday 5pm. Wings & Wheels: Cruise-In/Fly-InMinuteman Airfield Stow, MA, .
Grafton Build a Sand Castle Day
Which team can build the best sand castle? 1-3pm. Bring your own buckets and shovels. Sand will be provided. Grafton Build a Sand Castle DaySilver LakeBeach, Route 140 Grafton, MA, .
Ice Cream and…Bats
Put on you hiking boots! Then try to find bats while you hold a ball of ice-cream. 7:30pm. Ice Cream and...BatsBroadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Natick, MA, .
Yankee Homecoming Festival
Like nearby Beverly, Newburyport also has a family day festival with entertainment all week. Yankee Homecoming FestivalVarious Locations Newburyport, MA, .
Salem Heritage Days
Salem Heritage Days continue, with ice cream, improv, outdoor films, and more. Of course, Salem is a great spot to visit any time of the year! Avoid the touristy stuff and see the House of the Seven Gables and the Friendship. Salem Heritage DaysVarious Locations Salem, MA, .
Beverly Homecoming Days
Multiple events run during this festival. Includes lobster boat races, softball games, concerts and tours around towns. Beverly Homecoming DaysVarious Locations Beverly, MA, .
Salem Ice Cream Bowl
For just $5 you can eat as much ice cream as you want in this outdoor festival that benefits charity, part of Salem Heritage Days. 6-7:30pm. Salem Ice Cream BowlSalem Common Salem, MA, .
Marshfield Sandcastle Sculpture Contest
Come to Rexhame Beach and make a sand castle. Everyone can compete, but the pros. HA! 10:30am-1pm. Marshfield Sandcastle Sculpture ContestRexhame Beach, Standish St Marshfield, MA, .
Feast of the Blessed Sacrement (Portuguese)
The ‘largest Portuguese festival in the world’ — what, bigger than the ones in Portugal? — includes music, food, a parade, 5K road race, a carnival. It looks pretty religious, so if you’re not Jiggy with Jesus I don’t know what you’ll think, but it’s free! Feast of the Blessed Sacrement (Portuguese)Madeira Field, Madeira Ave New Bedford, MA, .
Lizzie Borden Museum Annual Re-enactment
Entirely in the WTF category, the Lizzie Borden museum will ‘re-enact’ the horrible murder (or maybe just the trial?) for which it is named. Who decided that murder is entertainment? Every 30 minutes from 10:30am to 3:30pm. Lizzie Borden Museum Annual Re-enactmentLizzie Borden B&B Fall River, MA, .
Redcoats & Rebels
Trust me: SEE THIS! The largest military re-enactment in New England covers 300 years of history and takes place at my favorite re-enactment museum. I’ve seen it and it’s HIGHLY recommended! They’ll have a parade, fife & drum, camp cooking, cannon demo, and kids activities. Redcoats & RebelsOld Sturbridge Village Sturbridge, MA, .
Battle at the Pines Civil War Reenactment
I love historic re-enactments! It’s not just a great way to learn history, but also an inspiration because the re-enactors have tons of energy. This one focuses on the Civil War. Battle at the Pines Civil War ReenactmentLook Memorial Park Florence, MA, .
Homemade Boat Race
Build a boat, then race with it. Just make sure it’s got no holes! 5pm. Homemade Boat RaceWhaler’s Wharf Provincetown, MA, .
Kite Day: Pigs Can Fly
Kites shaped like animals. WOW! Enthusiasts are friendly and will teach you to fly a ‘stunt kite’ with 2 strings! 10am-4pm. Kite Day: Pigs Can FlyColt State Park, Hope Street Bristol, RI, .
New England Haunter’s Gathering
Is it Halloween all the time in your brain? This convention is for people who run ‘haunts’, private homes for trick-or-treating that go all-out with special effects. 10am. New England Haunter's GatheringRadisson Hotel Manchester, NH, .
Pittsfield NH Rotary Hot Air Balloon Rally
I really want to see this!! Just 1.5 hrs from Boston is a balloon festival, with fireworks on Saturday. Plus a road race, helicopter and balloon rides, wow! Pittsfield NH Rotary Hot Air Balloon RallyAll over Pittsfield, MA, .
Find 16 New England Regions on Twitter
Hey! I’ve split my Twitter feed into 17 regions so that you can REALLY get just the events close to home, or pick what you like. Please check it out and add me to a ‘Twitter list’ too (google it). Find 16 New England Regions on Twitter All Over, , .
Get the 2013 New England Guide
Mention my website to friends and get my 2013 New England Guide, with 1,200 off-beat destinations including dinosaur footprints, zoos, ziplines, where to go stargazing, and where to find an indoor water park in December! Get the 2013 New England Guide All Over, , .
Events INSIDER Corn Maze Guide
I also track 42 cornfield mazes in New England, many of which have events at night! To see them, go to Events INSIDER, select your region on the map, and then scroll all the way to the bottom. more
Outdoor Events
Summer in the City Movies
Enjoy outdoor movie screenings, but not before live entertainment. 7pm performance, then movie. Every Thursday. Summer in the City MoviesVarious Locations Cambridge, MA, .
Tango by Moonlight
Just as you read it: It’s tango dancing under the beautiful moonlight. 7-11pm. Tango by MoonlightJohn W. Weeks Footbridge Cambridge, MA, .
Mayor Menino’s Movie Night
Activities 7pm, movie starts 8pm. Every Monday and Thursday 8/15. Mayor Menino's Movie NightVarious parks Boston, MA, .
Jacob’s Pillow ‘Inside/Out’ Performances
This is a series of performances by emerging and established dance companies in an open amphitheatre. 6:15pm Wednesday to Saturday, every week. Jacob's Pillow 'Inside/Out' Performances Becket, MA, .
Free outdoor folk dancing
Come learn or practice folk dancing. It’s open to all public! 7:30pm every Tuesday. Free outdoor folk dancingCopley Square Boston, MA, .
Club Passim Summer Concert Series
Free outdoor concerts every Wednesday, featuring Sarah Blacker, Jake Hill and many other local artists. 12-1pm Every Wednesday. Club Passim Summer Concert Series Cambridge, MA, .
WODS Summer Concert Series
Great bands perform at Hatch Shell during summer. Don’t miss this series of outdoor concerts. 7pm Every Wednesday. WODS Summer Concert SeriesHatch Shell, Esplanade Boston, MA, .
Family Flick Nights
Grab you chair and come to this outdoor screening. There will be games for kids and food! 6-10:30pm. 7/24, 8/1. Family Flick NightsFrench’s Common Braintree, MA, .
Downtown Crossing Block Parties
Bring your friends, dance and enjoy the live music in downtown Boston. Don’t let the party stop! 5-8pm Every Thursday. Downtown Crossing Block PartiesDowntown Crossing Boston, MA, .
Longfellow House Family Sundays
Longfellow house has different outdoor activities involving arts. Try the 19Th Century games and riddles! Times vary, but they usually start at noon. Every Sunday. Longfellow House Family SundaysLongfellow House Cambridge, MA, .
Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal Park
Don’t miss this series of outdoor concerts, featuring different artists such as MacWilliams Dixieland Quartet. 12-2pm. Every Tuesday and Thursday. Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal ParkNorman Leventhal Park, Post Office Square Boston, MA, .
Downtown Boston Brass strolling musicians
Watch and listen to 4 friendly musicians as they stroll around Boston! 12-2pm. Every Wednesday and Friday. Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansDowntown Crossing Boston, MA, .
WBZ Free Friday Flicks
Outdoor movie screenings at the Hatch Shell. Now that’s cool! 6pm. WBZ Free Friday FlicksHatch Shell, Esplanade Boston, MA, .
Salsa in the Park
This outdoor dancing event occurs every Monday. Come with your friends and discover this spicy dancing style! 7pm. Salsa in the ParkBlackstone Community Center, W. Brookline Street Boston, MA, .
City of Somerville Movie Series
This series of outdoors movies brings back hits from 1993. Don’t forget the popcorn! Every Thursday at dusk. City of Somerville Movie SeriesVarious Parks Somerville, MA, .
Family Movies on the Common
Burlington also has outdoor movie screenings. Come to the Town Common and have fun! Family Movies on the CommonTown Common Burlington, MA, .
Sunday Parkland Games
Find multiple outdoor activities at The Parklands. Basketball, badmington, and even beanbag tossing. Sunday Parkland GamesThe parklands, Memorial Drive Cambridge, MA, .
Movie Nights at the Beach
Come to the beach for the day, then stay for an outdoor movie screening at dusk. Every Thursday 6pm. Movie Nights at the BeachRevere Beach Revere, MA, .
Screen on the Green
Enjoy live entertainment in an outdoorsy setting, and then watch a movie right there! 7pm. Screen on the GreenVarious Parks Cambridge, MA, .
Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night Movies
Come to Christopher Columbus Park every Saturday at dusk, and watch a movie right there. Every Saturday 8pm. Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night MoviesChristopher Columbus Park Boston, MA, .
WBZ Free Flicks at the Martini Shell
This series of outdoor screenings feature flicks everyone can enjoy. Yeah, it’s mostly animated movies, but they are all fun. Sunset, every Tuesday. WBZ Free Flicks at the Martini Shell Boston, MA, .
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. Museum Free Fun FridaysAll Over All Over, , .
Playhouse in the Park
Outdoor concerts and other performances, for free and open to the public! Playhouse in the ParkFranklin Park Boston, MA, .
Boom Town Festival
I was really excited to hear about this free festival until I realized it’s a loosely connected series of random tours and art projects mainly for kids. Ah, well. Boom Town FestivalMulticultural Arts Center Cambridge, MA, .
Astronomy After Hours
Stay late at the museum, and enjoy the show that millions of stars put together. Every Friday until 11/22. Astronomy After HoursMuseum of Science Boston, MA, .
Kayaking at Spectacle Island
Join one of the free guided tours departing from the island. It’s relaxing and fun! Mon, Tue from 7/8/13 – 8/29/13. Kayaking at Spectacle Island Boston, MA, .
Summer in the City Family shows
The City of Cambridge offers a wide array of FREE, multicultural, interactive arts programs, performances, and activities both day and night. Tu and Th at 10am. Summer in the City Family showsVarious Locations Cambridge, MA, .
Intro to Frisbee Golf
This is a good outdoorsy excuse to visit the Boston Harbor islands. Make a Frisbee-in-one! Intro to Frisbee GolfPeddocks Island Boston, MA, .
Boston Comic Con Costume Contest at Faneuil Hall
Come to this event, and win tix to Comic Con, or limited edition T-shirts. The best costume wins! 11:45am. Boston Comic Con Costume Contest at Faneuil HallDick’s Last Resort Boston, MA, .
Picnic in the Park at Hayes Park
Hot dogs, hamburgers, and music in this small park event. Last year I think the food was free. 6pm. Picnic in the Park at Hayes ParkHayes Park, Warren Avenue and West Canton Street Boston, MA, .
Celebrate the Fruits of Our Ocean
Local chefs fighting to death. OK, not to death, but they will compete and cook using local seafood. 4:30-6:30pm. Celebrate the Fruits of Our OceanEast Boston Farmers Market, Lewis Mall Boston, MA, .
Boston Luv Run
Walk, run or… fall in love? Yeah, you might find that ‘someone special’ at this race. 9:30am. Boston Luv RunCarson Beach, Babe Ruth Rd Boston, MA, .
Mayor’s Night Out
Ho hum, a vendor fair. At least it’s at night, though! Oh, there will be free slush for everyone. 6-8pm. Mayor's Night OutCabagge Patch Field Melrose, MA, .
Arts Affair at Marina Bay
Arts fests are a dime a dozen — they are basically marketplaces pretending to be festivals. But at least this one’s outdoors and comes with ‘art demos’, which I suppose means you can see people painting and sculpting? They claim you’ll meet real artists, too, not just vendors. Arts Affair at Marina BayMarina Bay Quincy, MA, .
Find Waldo Grand Finale
Come dressed as Waldo, or find ‘the original one’ at the store to win prizes. 3pm. Find Waldo Grand FinaleCoolidge Corner Brookline, MA, .
Swim for Boston Harbor
First, watch professional swimmers and paddling enthusiast. Then, join their beach party. Yay! 8:45am. Swim for Boston HarborBCYF Curley Community Center, M Street Beach Boston, MA, .
Beacon Hill Walking Tour
It’s a walking tour around Beacon Hill and the Otis House. Packed with historical info. 11am. Beacon Hill Walking TourOtis House Boston, MA, .
Boston Enviro-Film Festival
I hope the tickets for this one are printed on recycled paper! Enjoy films dealing with environmental themes. Boston Enviro-Film FestivalVarious Locations Boston, MA, .
Science Walk with Liz Eddy
And here’s an excuse to hit up the Boston Harbor Islands — it’s science! I like to say it with a mad scientist voice. SCIIIIENNCE! IT’S ALIIIIIVE!! 3:30pm. Science Walk with Liz EddySpectacle Island Boston, MA, .
Armenian Picnic
I don’t know of any other Armenian events, so here’s a mellow one that I’m including, one that doesn’t make the church the center of society. Armenian PicnicAYF Camp Haiastan Franklin, MA, .
Farmer Presentation with Blue Heron Organic Farm
Come to this presentation, and learn a few cooking tricks, using local organic products. 2pm. Farmer Presentation with Blue Heron Organic Farm Lincoln, MA, .
NEBS Summerfest & Pig ‘n’ Pepper Fest
Guess what NEBS stands for! Something something BARBECUE!! YUM!! Oh God I’m so hungry now! :). NEBS Summerfest & Pig 'n' Pepper FestCamp Collier Gardner, MA, .
Pan Mass Challenge
Registration Closed. Bicycle for charity from Sturbridge or Wellesley to Provincetown, for cancer research. That is a seriously long bike ride. Pan Mass ChallengeFrom Wellesley to Provincetown All Over, , .
Battle Road: Crisis, Choices, and Consequences
If you have $125 to spare, come to this 4 day historical workshop. Meet historians, educators, and site interpreters that will help out. Also: Living-history characters and colonial entertainment. Registration required. Battle Road: Crisis, Choices, and Consequences Concord, MA, .
Lowell Puerto Rican Cultural Festival
Hmm. Well, there’s live music. I’m sure there will be vendors. What else? They don’t say. What time of day? I guess that’s a secret. Lowell Puerto Rican Cultural FestivalSampas Pavilion & Esplanade Lowell Heritage State Park, Pawtucket Blvd Lowell, MA, .
Gloucester Blues Festival
Or come to this music festival right in front of the beach for a fun and relaxing day,. Gloucester Blues FestivalStage Fort Park, Hough St Gloucester, MA, .
New England Authors Expo
Oh! It’s also for illustrators, and you can be a fan and attend. It’s not just for authors. New England Authors ExpoDanversport Yacht Club Danvers, MA, .
Party on the Block
Eat food you can walk around with, and enjoy the live music at this block party. It’s outdoors! 5:30pm. Party on the BlockThe Block Beverly, MA, .
Salem Maritime Festival
Featuring harbor cruises, live music and kids activities, the Salem Maritime Festival is a day full of fun. Salem Maritime FestivalDerby Wharf Salem, MA, .
Vintage Base Ball Double-Header
Watch a baseball game at its manliest ever! No gloves allowed, just like in 1860. Vintage Base Ball Double-HeaderSpencer-Peirce-Little Farm Newbury, MA, .
Outdoor Oceanside Painting Party
You pay $50 for admission to this beach, where you can paint. Oh, BBQ is included in the price. 2pm. Outdoor Oceanside Painting PartySteep Hill Beach Ipswich, MA, .
Shelter to Showpiece House Tour
Tour the historic houses at the Peabody Essex Museum. They hold 300 years of history. Free to Salem residents! Check the website for the full schedule. Shelter to Showpiece House TourPeabody Essex Museum Salem, MA, .
Destroyer Decommissioning Day
Oh my! Tap out Morse Code messages in the radio room or get close to a drone helicopter! Battleship Museums are awesome. 9am. Destroyer Decommissioning DayBattleship Cove Fall River, MA, .
Medieval Hunting Animals
All exhibits at Higgins Armory Museum are great. You should come before it closes by the Dec 2013. This one has live birds of prey! 10am-4pm. Medieval Hunting AnimalsHiggins Armory Museum Worcester, MA, .
WOOphoria: Hot Night in the City
Write a giant Community Poem or meet a prince and princess coming from Higgins Armory! 5:30pm. WOOphoria: Hot Night in the CityWorcester Center for Crafts Worcester, MA, .
Worcester Restaurant Week
Although this event is purely commercial — not an arts event — here’s your chance to play Big Moneybucks by eating cheap at a fancy shmancy restaurant. Worcester Restaurant WeekVarious Locations Worcester, MA, .
Art Picnic
Not food at the tables? This time picnic tables at Quadrangle Green will be filled with art! Art PicnicNorth Lawn, Quadrangle Green Springfield, MA, .
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. Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Becket, MA, .
Kids Summer Freedom Festival
Let the kids be free! There will be rides, music and prizes. Oh, and proceedings go to charity. 10am-7pm. Kids Summer Freedom FestivalMassMutual Center Springfield, MA, .
Adams Fair
This major agricultural fest includes a battle of the bands, car show, demolition derby, JEEP obstacle course and a prince & princess crowning. Adams FairBowe Field, Old Columbia St. Adams, MA, .
Opening reception for ‘Passports – A Watercolor Journey’
Join the opening reception for renowned artist Marguerite Bride’s work at Gallery 25. There will be refreshments! 5-8pm. Opening reception for 'Passports - A Watercolor Journey'Gallery 25 Pittsfield, MA, .
Pittsfield Ethnic Fair
This is interesting — rather than focus on one culture, this is a fair for Colombia, Italy, Brazil, India, Ireland, Greece, Africa, Ecuador, and the Caribbean. This year the Classic Car Show by the Piston Poppers Car Club joins the celebrations. Pittsfield Ethnic FairSouth Street at Housatonic Street Pittsfield, MA, .
Evening Canoe Trip
Hey, paddle under the moonlight at Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. It’s relaxing and cool! 5:30pm. Evening Canoe TripWellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, Rt. 6 South Wellfleet, MA, .
Sailor Songs & Shanties with Michael Goddard
This is a maritime musical performance where people get to sing the loud and funny choruses. 7pm Repeats on 7/31, 8/7, 8/21. Sailor Songs & Shanties with Michael GoddardCape Cod Museum of Natural History Brewster, MA, .
Whale Week
Step inside a life size right whale! Or attend to workshops and other fun activities. Whale WeekVarious Locations Provincetown, MA, .
Shakespeare in the Park
One of Shakespeare’s plays come to life in Onset. It’s an outdoor performance everyone can enjoy. Shakespeare in the ParkGregerman Bandshell, Onset Avenue Wareham, MA, .
Woods Hole Film Festival
Cape Cod can be excused for having a film festival in the summer. Because when else would you go there? They’ll have panels, workshops, and music, not just sitting in the dark in a movie theatre. Woods Hole Film FestivalVarious Locations Woods Hole, MA, .
Herons at Hemenway
Wildlife comes out to play at night, and you should too! Enjoy this walk at Hemenway Landing. 6pm. Herons at HemenwayHemenway Landing Eastham, MA, .
Racing Yacht Extravaganza!
Make your own wooden model racing yacht. Maybe even race others? 10am. Racing Yacht Extravaganza!Cape Cod Maritime Museum Hyannis, MA, .
Onset Blues Festival
Feeling blue is not allowed at this fest. It’s 7 hours of music performances, all blues! 12pm-7pm. Onset Blues FestivalProspect Park Onset, MA, .
Sunset Stroll
Walking around Wellfleet Bay is much much better at sunset. Less people, less sunlight, more wildlife! Sunset StrollWellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary South Wellfleet, MA, .
Blueberry Day
Blueberries are cool. This event has them, but fails to describe any other activities other than eating desserts. 10am. Blueberry DayGreen Briar Nature Center Sandwich, MA, .
Kayak Trip
Relax and paddle around in Pleasant Bay. This is a guided tour, led by a professional. 9am. Kayak TripPleasant Bay Orleans, MA, .
Joe Cronin Memorial Fishing Tournament for the Jimmy Fund
This event has a bagpipe festival, car show with Nascar race cars and fire trucks, oh, and fishing! Joe Cronin Memorial Fishing Tournament for the Jimmy FundNauticus Marina Osterville, MA, .
Jane Austen Tea
Jane Austen is invited to this tea party, but I don’t think she can make it. Come and celebrate her literary work. 1pm. Jane Austen TeaMuseums on the Green Falmouth, MA, .
Naukabout Music Festival
Do be do be do. Another outdoor music fest. Claims to be ‘the’ big annual music fest on Cape Cod. 2013:12pm-10pm. Naukabout Music FestivalBarnstable County Fair Grounds East Falmouth, MA, .
Bluegrass on the Lawn
Different bluegrass bands will perform at this free, outdoorsy event. There will be food too. Bluegrass on the LawnHighfield Hall Falmouth, MA, .
Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival
Here’s something to do if you don’t like sun, beaches, or water. They have a couple of socials and a few talks. It’s always a good sign when they can’t be bothered to include photos or links or descriptions to the films they are showing. Martha's Vineyard African-American Film FestivalMartha’s Vineyard Vineyard Haven, MA, .
Chocolate & Jazz Festival
Identify the many different candy bars presented at their guessing contest. Eat tons of chocolate and enjoy live music at night. 12-8:30pm. Chocolate & Jazz FestivalTown Square Waterville Valley, NH, .
Huggins Hospital Street Fair
This fair is organized by a hospital. It has rides, food, games and more. Way to go! Huggins Hospital Street FairBrewster Field, Pickering Corner Wolfeboro, NH, .
Conway Scenic Railroad’s Birthday Celebration
Celebrate Conway Scenic Railroad’s B-day! Reduced fares (of course) and cake for everyone! Conway Scenic Railroad's Birthday CelebrationConway Scenic Railroad North Conway, NH, .
Charlemont Reggae Fest
Find continuous reggae music, crafts and Jamaican food. They say it’s family friendly. 11am. Charlemont Reggae FestCharlemont Fairgrounds, Mohawk Trail Charlemont, MA, .
Mass. State Chili Cook Off & Family Fun Day
Oh Mass State Chili Cookoff, you had me at Mass State Chili Cookoff. YUM!!! CHILI! 11am-4pm. Mass. State Chili Cook Off & Family Fun DayBentley Field Winchendon, MA, .
Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
It’s not in New England, but it’s just over the border from Western, MA is a major folk festival totally worth seeing! Falcon Ridge Folk FestivalDodds Farm, County Road 7D Egremont, MA, .
Performance
Review: Psycho Beach Party
Psycho Beach Party is a comedy play presenting at Factory Theatre, running 7/26 to 8/3. Click here to read our review. Review: Psycho Beach PartyFactory Theatre Boston, MA, .
Cry Innocent
Is it a re-enactment? Is it a soap opera? This interactive thrilling show will leave you wanting more! Friday-Tuesday: 11:30am, 2:30pm Sunday: 2:30. Cry InnocentSalem Old Town Hall Salem, MA, .
Travel
Oakland Beach Tuesday Cruise Night
This is a car show, with food, live music… and family fun. 5pm-8pm. Oakland Beach Tuesday Cruise NightOakland Beach Warwick, RI, .
Blues on the Beach
Enjoy the blue ocean and some blues at the same time! Fun fun fun! 6-8pm Every Wednesday. Blues on the BeachWesterly Town Beach Westerly, RI, .
Newport BridgeFest
More than a series of outdoor concerts, this festival includes lectures, workshops, and picnics, most of it for free! Newport BridgeFestVarious Venues Newport, RI, .
Kingston Chamber Music Festival
It’s a series of chamber concerts presenting the work of great composers from the past. It costs $25 per concert. 8pm. Kingston Chamber Music FestivalUniversity of RI Kingston, RI, .
‘Annie’ at Theatre By The Sea
This musical follows the adventures of Annie, the popular comic strip heroine lots of people love! Cool! 8pm. 'Annie' at Theatre By The SeaTheatre By The Sea South Kingstown, RI, .
Classic Car Show
OK, it’s a classic car show, at the beach. Not sure if there’s anything else to spice things up. 11am. Classic Car ShowBristol Town Beach, Asylum Rd Bristol, RI, .
Block Island Triathlon
Triathletes, unite! The rest of us can just…. well, watch. 3:30pm. Block Island TriathlonFred Benson Town Beach Block Island, RI, .
ConserFest
This music fest is as green as it can be. Enjoy the music, and learn about your environment too! ConserFestVarious Locations Block Island, RI, .
Newport Jazz Festival (JVC Jazz Festival)
Enjoy 3 days of music at Fort Adams State Park. There will be food and craft vendors, of course. Newport Jazz Festival (JVC Jazz Festival)Fort Adams State Park Newport, RI, .
Public Stargazing
WHAT? These guys stay open until dawn! Stargazing events are cool, and people attending friendly. 6pm. Public StargazingFrosty Drew Nature Center & Observatory Charlestown, RI, .
Charlestown Seafood Festival
This food festival includes a carnival, a petting zoo, a car show, rock wall climbing, bungee jumping, and live outdoor music! Charlestown Seafood FestivalNinigret Park, RI-1A Charlestown, RI, .
Warwick’s National Night Out
Warwick’s PD has organized a fun night with fireworks, a climbing wall and karate demos. 5pm. Warwick's National Night OutOakland Beach, Oakland Beach Ave Warwick, RI, .
Cheshire Fair
Cheshire Fair is celebrating 75 years of being around. They will have carnival rides, a parade and animal demos. Join the celebration! Cheshire FairCheshire Fairgrounds, Rt 12 Swanzey, NH, .
Walk with Washington
This is a historical walking tour in Portsmouth, following the footsteps of Washington. Also, this one gets you at discount for Governor John Langdon House. 11am, 12:30pm, 3:30pm. Walk with WashingtonGovernor John Langdon House Portsmouth, NH, .
Hot Dog Festival
Eat different hot-dog breeds, and enjoy the LogJam Maze, carnival rides and live music. Tasty and fun! 2013:11am-4pm. Hot Dog FestivalLoon Mountain Lincoln, NH, .
Hospital Days
What?? A hospital is throwing a festival? Can you do that? Live music, games, inflatable bouncy houses, and… lots of sick people? Bring your Purell. Hospital DaysNew London Hospital New London, NH, .
Covered Bridge Dance
What do we have here? It’s an Old Fashioned Block Party. Dance under the stars, or under the bridge… your call. 5pm-Midnight. Covered Bridge DanceJackson Covered Bridge Jackson, NH, .
Pemi Bluegrass Festival
The Pemi Bluegrass Festival has prepared a great lineup this year. See if you know all of this year’s bands! Pemi Bluegrass FestivalBenton’s Sugar Shack, Golf & Camping, Rt. 175 Thornton, NH, .
Freedom Old Home Week
What’s a Frozen T-Shirt Contest? Well, this fest also has mountain hikes, luncheons and a 5K race. Freedom Old Home WeekAll over Freedom, NH, .
Lyman Orchards Sunflower Field Maze
Did you say SUNFLOWER maze? Get me there!! Benefits a children’s charity. 7 days a week, 9am-6pm. Also, hot-air balloon rides on 8/10 and 8/11. Lyman Orchards Sunflower Field MazeLyman Orchards Middlefield, CT, .
Putnam’s ‘Riverfire’
Putnam’s ‘Riverfire’ returns to Rotary Park for 3 amazing nights this summer! On 7/13 featuring ‘Diva al Fresco’. Putnam's 'Riverfire'Rotary Park Putnam, CT, .
Lighthouse Saturdays
How about a nice, calm Saturday tour around New London lighthouses? Slots sell up quickly! Saturdays 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm. Lighthouse Saturdays New London, CT, .
53rd Anniversary Show
Ehm, find different art exhibits… with art for sale. There’s a featured photography display by Kelley Fryer. Fr, Sat and Sun 1pm. 53rd Anniversary ShowGallery on the Green, Dowd Avenue & Route 44 Canton, CT, .
Hyperflite Frisbee Dog Competition
More than 50 dogs attend to this, and they put on a good show catching Frisbees. 6pm. Hyperflite Frisbee Dog CompetitionDoolittle Park Wallingford, CT, .
Orange Fireman’s Carnival
The firemen don’t just serve up a kiddie carnival. There will be fireworks! Orange Fireman's CarnivalOrange Fairgrounds Orange, CT, .
Potato and Corn Festival
Celebrate potatoes and corn with carnival rides, wheelbarrow races, tractor pulls, and (not potato) pie eating contests. Potato and Corn FestivalThe Augur Property, Route 22 North Branford, CT, .
Windham 4-H Fair
This fair has a Gymkhana show and many animal exhibits. Also, tractor pulls and food available. Windham 4-H FairBrooklyn Fairgrounds, Route 169 Windham, CT, .
SoNo Arts Celebration
They have a puppet parade, which looks amazing. You’ll find live music, food and lots of art on display. SoNo Arts CelebrationVarious Locations Norwalk, CT, .
Great American Sand Sculpture Contest
It’s a free and open sand-sculpting competition. Winners are awarded CASH! Great American Sand Sculpture ContestWallnut Beach Milford, CT, .
Stonington Village Fair
Find fair games, food and poetry tents, also a Specialty Book Section with rarities and first-editions. 10am-3pm. Stonington Village FairWadawanuck Square Stonington, CT, .
Taste of the Caribbean and Jerk Festival
A festival with jerks! Who woulda thought. Or is it a festival with beef jerky? 2013:1pm. Taste of the Caribbean and Jerk FestivalMortensen Riverfront Plaza Hartford, CT, .
Hartford Show
This seems to be a vendor marketplace, without any re-enactments. Too bad. Hartford ShowConnecticut Convention Center Hartford, CT, .
Circus Smirkus in Kennebunkport
This circus it not only awesome, but also a supporter of non-profit organizations. This year’s show has been described as amazing! Tue 1pm & 6pm / Wed 1pm & 6pm. Circus Smirkus in KennebunkportRockin Horse Stables Kennebunkport, ME, .
Skowhegan RiverFest
This multi-day festival has BBQs, live music, 5K races and fireworks! Skowhegan RiverFestDowntown Skowhegan Skowhegan, ME, .
Schoodic Arts Festival
Lots of performances, some musical, some theatrical. All of them are fun. Their lineup is not finalized, so they will add more shows! Schoodic Arts FestivalHammond Hall Winter Harbor, ME, .
Northern Maine Fair
Another fair, this one featuring a bear show, BMX shows, a carnival and harness racing. Cool! Northern Maine FairNorthern Maine Fairgrounds Presque Isle, ME, .
Bates College Dance Festival
This is for people who love dancing, people who like watching others dance and people who’d like to learn how to dance. Find dance shows, workshops, and much more. Bates College Dance FestivalVarious Locations Lewiston, ME, .
Fairy Fridays
Trust me: SEE THIS! I’ve been to this. It was remarkable — and I don’t have any kids! The grounds are beautiful, and expansive — and they had a parade and live music. 10am. Fairy FridaysCoastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Barters Island Road Boothbay, ME, .
York Days and Lighting of the Nubble
This festival boasts several sports competitions, a craft fair (of course) and ends with fireworks. Oh, you also get to decorate the lighthouse! York Days and Lighting of the NubbleVarious Locations York, ME, .
Bangor State Fair
This fair features carnival rides, motorcycle shows, pony rides, lumberjack shows and many more fun events. Bangor State FairBangor State Fair Bangor, ME, .
International Homecoming Festival
Find fireworks, street dance, chocolate fests, outdoor movies, BBQs, car shows. The list of events is massive. International Homecoming FestivalAll over Calais, ME, .
Maine Lobster Festival
Nearly 4 hours from Boston you’ll find lobsters and live music. Don’t miss the US Navy ship tours! Maine Lobster FestivalRockland’s Harbor Park Rockland, ME, .
Monmouth Fair
And this agricultural festival includes a ‘pig scramble’ for kids and a frying pan throwing contest! Monmouth FairFairgrounds Monmouth, ME, .
Maine Star Party
Here’s another meteor shower & stargazing event, this time in Maine. Bring your telescope, or share with the nice people there. Maine Star PartyCobscook Bay State Park Dennysville, ME, .
Back to the Past with Scribner’s Mills
Find blacksmiths pounding metal, antique engines running and Belgian horses rides. Back to the Past with Scribner's MillsScribners Mill Harrison, ME, .
Wings & Wheels Spectacular & Aerobatic Airshow
I’ve seen this! Here’s another world-class museum in the middle of nowhere, New England — the acrobatic aerial stunts are eye-raising, and the museum’s collection is the best I’ve seen! (Sorry, Larz Anderson.). Wings & Wheels Spectacular & Aerobatic AirshowOwls Head Transportation Museum Owls Head, ME, .
Tours at Washburn Norlands Living History Center
Old-timey tours around this living history center. Meet people from the past, and learn more about their lives. open Tues, Thurs, Sat from11-4pm in Jul-Aug. Tours at Washburn Norlands Living History CenterWashburn Norlands Living History Center Livermore, ME, .
Redneck Olympics, Pig Roast, and Music Festival
OMG! I love this festival with a bonfire, lawn mower races, redneck torch race, and more! This is the only wet t-shirt contest I’ve ever seen listed in New England. So basically, boobies. I think I’m against that? Not boobies, the mixing of a family festival with boobies. Well, they’re rednecks, so I’m sure it’s tasteful. Redneck Olympics, Pig Roast, and Music Festival Hebron, ME, .
Northeast HarborFest
This is a boat show, and also an art work contest, open to the public. Check the newly-renovated Northeast Harbor marina waterfront. Northeast HarborFestHarbor Drive Mount Desert, ME, .
Illumination Night at Old Orchard Beach
This one starts with a strawberry shortcake fest, then things get serious with a 20 pipers band and great night lighting. 6pm. Illumination Night at Old Orchard BeachOcean Park Old Orchard Beach, ME, .
Wings Over Wiscasset
Wow this one ends with fireworks! During the day you’ll find historical events, hands on activities with planes, pilots and even a car parade 9am. Wings Over Wiscasset Wiscasset, ME, .
Annual Carrabassett Festival
Another juried arts exhibit. Besides vendors, you’ll find a radio control and Frisbee golf demos. 12-6pm. Annual Carrabassett FestivalOld House Mill RD Carrabassett Valley, ME, .
Wilton Blueberry Festival
The Blueberry Festival is back, and so is the LL Bean Bootmobile! Enjoy the parade and live music. Wilton Blueberry FestivalVarious Locations Wilton, ME, .
Andover Olde Home Days Celebration
So they say there’s something for everyone at this festival. Well, they have live music, a car show, and a parade. Andover Olde Home Days CelebrationTown Common Andover, ME, .
Country Fest
Folk, bluegrass and Country playing nice together at this music festival. Oh, and it’s outdoors! Country FestLitchfield Fairgrounds Litchfield, ME, .
Topsham Fair
This festival features a demolition derby, fireworks, and something called ‘Mad Science Fire & Ice Show’ . Sounds worth checking out. Topsham FairTopsham Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd Topsham, ME, .
Art in August Art Show
This is obviously nothing but people selling art. Rain or shine. 10am-4pm. Art in August Art ShowLakeside Park, Main Street Rangeley, ME, .
Phlox Festival
Enjoy garden tours, cutflower displays and Phlox in bloom, all at this 1940’s nursery and greenhouse. Phlox FestivalPerennial Pleasures Nursery East Hardwick, VT, .
Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival
This is the blue version of the berries festival. Find a car show, a parade, games for kids, jam making workshops and more! Deerfield Valley Blueberry FestivalSouthern Vermont Mount Snow Valley Wilmington, VT, .
Franklin County Field Days
This fair has multiple cool events. Just don’t miss the Demolition Derby/Minivan Mashup and the Parade of Antique Tractors. Franklin County Field DaysInterstate 89, exit 21 Highgate, VT, .
Vermont Festival of the Arts
This one has more than 100 quality art events. find walks, interactive displays, music and more. Vermont Festival of the ArtsVarious Locations Waitsfield, VT, .
Dragon Boat Festival
What? Dragon boats don’t spit fire? I guess they don’t eat people either. It’s 3.5 hours from Boston, check it out! Dragon Boat FestivalWaterfront Park, Lake Street Burlington, VT, .
Festival of Fools
So, if I come to this festival, that makes me a fool? Nah, it’s pure fun and theatrical performances! Festival of FoolsVarious Locations Burlington, VT, .
Addison Country Fair & Field Days
You can’t go wrong with a demolition derby. But hey, they also have animal exhibits, food, a parade and tractor pulls! Addison Country Fair & Field Days New Haven, VT, .
Outdoor Theatre
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Burlington Children’s ShowsBurlington, MA

Mondays 6:30pm on town common, Thursdays 1pm at Simonds Park.
Various, 781-270-1695. more
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Fort Independence Twilight Skyline ViewingBoston, MA

Stroll through this old fort and enjoy the sunset and twilight. Thursdays 7pm-dusk.
Castle Island, 781-575-0354. more
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Tango by MoonlightCambridge, MA

Just as you read it: It’s tango dancing under the beautiful moonlight. 7-11pm.
Weeks Footbridge, 617-699-6246. more
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Longfellow House Family SundaysCambridge, MA

Times vary, but they usually start at noon.
Longfellow House, 105 Brattle St, 617-876-4491. more
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Salsa in the ParkBoston, MA

Mon 6pm.
Blackstone Community Center more
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Free outdoor folk dancingLexington, MA

Tues: Copley Square 7:30-9:30pm; Sat: 8-10pm Harvard Square. Sat 7/13 Depot Square 7-9pm and Sun 8/4 2-4pm.
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Sunday Parkland GamesCambridge, MA

3:30-6pm.
The parklands along Memorial Drive near the Weeks Footbridge more
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Charles River Conservancy Parkland GamesAllston, MA

3:30pm.
Memorial Drive at JFK Street more
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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. more
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Fireworks In The SquareOld Orchard Beach, ME

Thursdays 9:45pm approx.
The Pier, 2 Old Orchard St more
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Plays in the Park (for kids)Boston, MA

11:45am and 1:30pm.
Georges Island, 617-223-8666. more
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Summer Evenings at Treworgy PlanetariumMystic, CT

8:30pm.
Treworgy Planetarium, 75 Greenmanville Ave more
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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. more
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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. more
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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).
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Free outdoor folk dancingBoston, MA

7:30pm.
Copley Square more
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Shakespeare in the ParkKennebunk, ME

Thursdays-Fridays 7pm, Saturdays 2 and 7pm.
Lafayette Park, Storer St, 646-360-3260. more
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Playhouse in the ParkBoston, MA

11am , 6pm.
Shattuck Picnic Grove more
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Summer Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA

Tues&Thurs 10am.
Town Common more
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Theater on the Green & Family Concerts @ ReadingReading, MA

Kids theatre Wed, 3-4pm.
Bandstand at Memorial Park, 781-942-9075. more
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Shakespeare in the ParkWesterly, RI

8-10pm.
Wilcox Park, 401-596-7909. more more
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Outdoor Stage for Families & ChildrenVineyard Haven, MA

5pm. Henry IV. $20, $10 for children. They also have a “Main Stage” indoors.
Tisbury Amphitheater, State Road, 508-693-6450. more
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Shakespeare Comes to Fort KnoxBrewer, ME

2013:July: 6pm Indian Trail Park in Brewer, Sun 7/21, 7/28 at 4pm. August: 6pm Fort Knox in Prospect.
Indian Trail Park and Fort Knox more
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Shakespeare Under the StarsAmherst, MA

7pm. Much Ado About Nothing 7/31-8/11, Complete Works of Shakespeware (Abridged) 8/14-8/25, HSC Young Company’s Much Ado About Nothing 7/19-7/21. Fantastic venue with mountain skyline, but wear long sleeves and long pants due to mosquitos.
The Renaissance Center, 650 East Pleasant St more
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Worcester Shakespeare FestivalWorcester, MA

Thurs-Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm.
Memorical Grove Amphitheatre, Green Hill Park more
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A Midsummer Night’s DreamLenox, MA

No time listed.
2 Plunkett Street more
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Shakespeare in the Park: Merchant of VeniceNashua, NH

Sat, Sun 1pm.
Greeley Park Bandshell more
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Shakespeare at Lynn Woods: Much Ado About NothingLynn, MA

Sat&Sun 1pm, plus Sat 4pm.
Lynn Woods Pennybrook Entrance, Walnut Street more
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Shakespeare In The Park: The Taming of the ShrewWesterly, RI

The 22nd anniversary of Providence “Shakespeare’s Festival” presents one of his most hilarious plays. No time listed yet.
Wilcox Park more
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Outdoor Movies
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Screen on the GreenCambridge, MA

Performance at 7pm, then movie.
Various parks, 617-349-6200. more
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Summer Concerts on the CommonNorwood, MA

7-9pm rain or shine.
Town Common more
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Family Movie NightAcushnet, MA

First Sat 8:15pm.
Silverbrook Farm, 934 Main Street, 774-202-1027. more
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Movies on the Roof DeckNewport, RI

8:30pm.
Vanderbilt Grace Hotel, 41 Mary St more
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Movies on the BlockProvidence, RI

Thursdays at dusk.
Westminster St at Union St more
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WBZ Free Friday FlicksBoston, MA

sunset.
Various Locations, 617-787-7200. more
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Summer in the City at the Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA

Dusk.
70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000. more
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Free Movie Mondays @ Museums on the GreenFalmouth, MA

Mondays 7 pm.
Museums on the Green more
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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. more
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Movies Under the StarsFalmouth, MA

Dusk.
Peg Noonan Park, Main Street, 508-540-7724, 508-487-3424. more
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Ben & Jerry’s Summer Movie FestivalWaterbury, VT

dusk.
1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, 802-862-9620. more
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Movies in Prescott ParkPortsmouth, NH

dusk.
Prescott Park more
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Movies on the GreenNorth Conway, NH

7pm.
Settlers Green Outlet, Rt 16, 603-356-7031 x10. more more
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Movies in the ParksAll over

Sunset.
Various Parks more more
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Magic 106.7 Family Film FestivalBoston, MA

Just after sunset.
South garden at the Prudential Center more
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Monday Night Movies on the BeachHampton Beach, NH

dusk, dates to be confirmed.
near the playground more
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Dive-In MovieNashua, NH

8pm.
Centennial Pool / Crown Hill Pool more
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Beach Blanket Movie at SunsetNew London, CT

Sunset.
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Movies on the beachWesterly, RI

Tuesdays 8:30pm.
Atlantic Beach Park, 401-596-7761 or 401-348-2597. more more
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Family Flick NightsBraintree, MA

6-10:30pm.
French’s Common more
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Eco-themed Free Film Series, EssexEssex, MA

Wednesday evenings, time TBA.
Cox Reservation, Greenbelt Association, 82 Eastern Avenue more
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Movies in the ParkMarion, MA

Times vary between 7:45 and 8:45.
Island Wharf more
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Splash TheaterKillington, VT

7pm.
Johnson Recreation Center Pool more
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City of Somerville Annual Movie SeriesSomerville, MA

Just after sunset.
Various locations, 617-666-3311. more
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Movies at Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA

7pm.
Hingham Shipyard more
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Summer Outdoor MoviesNorwalk, CT

6pm.
Shady Beach more
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Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night MoviesBoston, MA

7/14-8/18 sundays at dusk.
Christopher Columbus Park, North End, 718-639-6002. more
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Grupo FantasiaAll over

2013:.
Various Locations more
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Family Night & Outdoor MovieWoburn, MA

Dusk.
Library Park more
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Mayor Menino’s Movie NightBoston, MA

Activities 7pm, movie starts 8pm.
Various parks, 617-635-4505. more
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Levitt PavilionWestport, CT

8-10pm plus concerts Wed-Sun.
40 Jesup Road more
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Clove Movie NightBoston, MA

8pm, 8/18 & 10/2 too.
Clover Food Truck on the Kennedy Greenway, No phone.. more
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Summer in the City MoviesCambridge, MA

7pm performance, then movie.
Various more
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Movies in the ParkBoston, MA

7:30pm.
Billings Field West Roxbury more
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Barnyard Movie NightMarthas Vinyard, MA

7-10pm. One night only.
Farm Institute more
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Cornfield Mazes
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Fort Hill Farms Corn Maze AdventureThompson, CT

8/9-10/31 11am-9pm daily. Last ticket sold 7:30pm, BYO flashlights for night time hunts!
, 860-923-3439. more
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Corn Maze at Hanson’s FarmFramingham, MA

Open 9:00am- 6:00pm 7 Days a week from July to November.
20 Nixon Rd, 508.877.3058. more
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Lyman Orchards Corn MazeMiddlefield, CT

Every day SUNFLOWER maze! 7/27-8/25. 8-5pm.
Routes 147 & 157, 860-349-6015. more
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Beech Hill Farm & Ice Cream StandHopkinton, NH

Daily 11am-dusk. 8/1-10/31. No nights.
107 Beech Hill Road, 603-223-0828. more
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The Great Vermont Corn MazeDanville, VT

2013:Everyday in Aug 10-5pm,Sept-Oct 20 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. Haunted nightsOct 4,5,11,12, starting 7:30pm.
1404 Wheelock Road, 802-748-1399. more
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Outdoor Concerts
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Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA

12-2pm.
Downtown Crossing more
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Club Passim Summer Concert SeriesCambridge, MA

12-1pm.
47 Palmer St. more
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Downtown Crossing Block PartiesBoston, MA

5-8pm.
Downtown Crossing more
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WODS Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA

7pm.
Hatch Shell, Esplanade more
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Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal ParkBoston, MA

12-2pm.
Post Office Square, 617-482-2139. more
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Kendall Square Concert SeriesCambridge, MA

Thursdays at noon except 7/16, 8/6, 8/27 4:30 p.
300 Athenaeum Street, 617 577-7354. more
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Concerts in the Courtyard at Boston Public LibraryBoston, MA

Fridays 12:30pm.
Central Library in Copley Square, 617-536-5400. more
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Special Live Concerts at Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA

Mondays to Thursdays: 6-10pm, Fridays 4:30pm.
Rowes Wharf, Boston Harbor Hotel more
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Boston Harbor Islands Jazz SundaysBoston, MA

Sundays 12pm & 1pm.
Spectacle Island more
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Berklee Jazz on Spectacle IslandBoston, MA

12pm – 1pm, check schedule.
Spectacle Island, 617-223-8108. more
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Burlington Summer ConcertsBurlington, MA

Tuesdays 6:30pm.
Town Common more
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Summer Concert Series at DedhamDedham, MA

7pm.
Endicott Estate Lawn, 781-329-9118. more
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MFA Concerts in the CourtyardBoston, MA

7:30pm.
Museum of Fine Arts, 617-369-3189. more
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Summer Music and Movies SeriesJamaica Plain, MA

6pm. except 7/28, 7:30 August location: Allerton Overlook, Olmsted Park, Brookline.
Pinebank, Jamaica Pond more
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Heritage Festivals / Dancing in the ParkNewton, MA

Sun 7-8:30pm, Wed 6:15-8pm dancing, music.
Various more
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Reading “Touch of Class” Family ConcertsReading, MA

Sun 6:30-8pm except 8/4: 6-7:30pm.
Town Hall Common more
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Emerald Necklace Conservancy Summer SundaysJamaica Plain, MA

6pm except 7/28 7:30pm.
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In Tune with MedfordMedford, MA

Tuesday 5:30pm.
City Hall Plaza, 781-396-5500. more
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ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood ConcertsBoston, MA

7pm. except 8/5, 5pm.
Various more
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Wright’s Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA

Tuesdays 5:30pm.
Wright’s Pond more
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Summer Sunset Concert SeriesCanton, MA

tues 7-9pm.
The Village Shoppes Canton, 95 Washington St more
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Wrights Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA

Tuesdays 5:30pm.
Wrights Pond more
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Summer Concert Series at CantonCanton, MA

Wed 6:30pm.
Canton High School, 781-821-5030. more
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Brookline Summer Concert SeriesBrookline, MA

6pm.
Emerson Park more
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Tito Puente Latin Music SeriesBoston, MA

7pm.
Various locations more more
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Zumix ConcertsBoston, MA

Piers Park 6pm, except 9/1: 3pm.
Piers Park or Bremen St. Park more
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Sunday Concert Series at RevereRevere, MA

6pm.
American Legion lawn, 281 Broadway more
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Sounds of the Garden Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA

6pm.
Various Locations, 617-542-7696. more
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Landmarks Orchestra Summer ConcertsBoston, MA

7pm.
At the Hatch Shell more
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Arts on the Arcade Concert SeriesBoston, MA

July 24 – August 28 Wednesdays 7pm.
City Hall Plaza more
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Mayor Menino’s Wednesday Night ConcertsBoston, MA

7pm.
City Hall Plaza more
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Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA

Mondays 7pm.
Sampas Pavilion more
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Summer Concerts on the Common at BillericaBillerica, MA

7pm except 7/4: 10-2:00 hot dogs, music & activities. 8/6: 6pm icecream social.
Town Common, 978-671-0921. more
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Summer Band Concerts & Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA

6pm.
Town Common more
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Concerts on the CommonWilmington, MA

Wed 6:30-8pm.
Town Common more
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Music at the Manse Concert SeriesConcord, MA

2pm.
The Old Manse, 269 Monument Street, 978-369-3909. more
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Hudson Summer Concerts – Wood ParkHudson, MA

Wednesdays 6:30pm.
Wood Park, Park Street more
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Acton NARA Park Concerts & TheatreActon, MA

Various times & events.
Nara Park, 25 Ledge Rock Way more
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Hopkinton Concerts on the CommonHopkinton, MA

5pm.
Town Common more
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Concerts on the Common, FraminghamFramingham, MA

6:30pm.
Village Green at Framingham Center, 508-532-5960 ask for “Building Services”-. more
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Summer Concerts on the Common, NorwoodNorwood, MA

7pm.
Town Common, Washington St & Nahatan St more
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Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA

7:15pm.
Hastings Park Bandstand, Worthen Road at Old Mass Ave, 781-862-0500 x707. more
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Wellesley’s Free Concert SeriesWellesley, MA

7pm.
Town Hall Green more
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Summer Concerts at WellesleyWellesley, MA

7pm.
Town Hall Green, 781-235-2370. more
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Dover Summer Concert SeriesDover, MA

7pm.
Dover Town Common more
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Summer Concert Series at SudburySudbury, MA

2013:7pm.
Haskell Field, 979-639-2356. more
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Concerts on the CommonFitchburg, MA

6-8pm.
Upper Common more
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Art in the Parks, NeedhamNeedham, MA

Thursdays at 7pm Rain location: Needham High School.
Memorial Park, 781-455-7521. more
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Hudson Summer Concerts – Cellucci ParkHudson, MA

Thursdays 12pm.
Cellucci Park, 37 South Street more
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Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA

Fridays 6:30pm.
Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Massachusetts Ave., 781-862-2480-. more
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Summer Concert Series, ManchesterManchester, MA

6pm.
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Sundays in Patton ParkHamilton, MA

5pm.
Patton Park, Rt 1A, 978-468-4818. more
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Lowell Summer Music SeriesLowell, MA

7:30pm.
Boarding House Park more
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Concerts on the CommonBeverly, MA

6-8pm.
Beverly Common more
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Summer Beach ConcertsLynn, MA

6-8pm except 7/3: 7-9pm.
Red Rock Park on the beach at Lynn Shore Drive. more
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SurfSide Live! with FireworksSalisbury, MA

7:30pm.
Salisbury Beach Center, 3 Broadway Street more
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Topsfield Concerts on the CommonTopsfield, MA

Sundays 4-6pm.
Town Common more
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Summer Concert Series at DanversDanvers, MA

6pm.
Danvers Rotary Pavilion, 978-777-0001 x3094. more
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North Reading Concert/BBQ SeriesNorth Reading, MA

BBQ 5pm, kids act 5:15pm, music 6:15pm. $3.
Ipswich River Park more
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Castle Hill Summer Picnic ConcertsIpswich, MA

Picnicking at 5pm, then concert 7-9pm. Not free.
Castle Hill, 978-356-4351 x4015. more
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Summer Concert Series at PeabodyPeabody, MA

6-8pm. Mayor’s office, not recreation.
Leather City Common, Lowell St, 978-538-5702. more
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Summer Concert SeriesWinchendon, MA

6pm.
Smith Community Pavilion at GAR Park, Grove Street, 978-297-0085. more
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Sundown Concerts at Fruitland MuseumsHarvard, MA

7:15pm.
102 Prospect Hill Road, 978-456-3924. more
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Concerts in the ParksGardner, MA

6pm.
Monument Park more
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Cafe Olio Acoustic Nights Music SeriesPlymouth, MA

Thursdays 6-8pm.
Cafe Olio, 508-209-2000. more
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East Braintree Summer ConcertsBraintree, MA

Tuesdays 6-8pm. If rain, Wed.
Sunset Lake Gazebo, 781-794-8901. more
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Summer Concert Series at Sunset LakeBraintree, MA

6pm.
Sunset Lake’s gazebo bandstand more
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Wednesday Night ConcertsPlymouth, MA

Wed 6:30-9:30pm.
Pilgrim Memorial Park, Water Street more
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Summer Concert Series at Soule HomesteadMiddleboro, MA

Not free.Shows start at 6pm. Rain or shine (if it rains they’ll go inside).
46 Soule Street more
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Concerts on the Plymouth WaterfrontPlymouth, MA

2013:6:30pm.
Pilgrim Memorial Park more
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Avon Town Gazebo ConcertsAvon, MA

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pm.
Town Common, 508-559-9461, 508-586-6580. more
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Plymouth Library Lawn ConcertPlymouth, MA

1-2pm.except 7/13, 2-3pm.
more
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Mayor’s Summer Concert Series at BrocktonBrockton, MA

4pm.
35 Christy’s Place, Recreation 508-580-7860. more
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Music at Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA

7pm.
Hingham Shipyard more
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Summer Concert Series at Marshfield- “FinalizingMarshfield, MA

6pm except 7/21, 5pm.
Town Green or Proprietors Green more
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Summer Concert Series at DartmouthDartmouth, MA

6:30-8:30pm. $5.
Apponagansett Park more
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Foxboro Jaycees ConcertsFoxboro, MA

7-9pm.
Foxboro Common more
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Westport Rivers Winery Concert SeriesWestport, MA

6pm.
417 Hixbridge Rd, 508-636-3423. more
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Musical Mondays at FeatherstoneMartha’s Vinyard, MA

6:30pm.
Featherstone more
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Sharon Bands Summer Concert SeriesSharon, MA

Various.
Various Locations more
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Concerts on the Common at MansfieldMansfield, MA

7pm. In case of rain, Town Hall or the Congregational Church on West St.
South Common more
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Summer Concerts at Children’s BeachNantucket, MA

6-7:30pm.
Children’s Beach more
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Lakeside Concert SeriesSharon, MA

Wed 7pm, Sun 3pm.
Memorial Park Beach Bandstand, Lake Massapoag, 781-784-1530. more
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Norton Public Library Summer Concert SeriesNorton, MA

7:30pm.
Norton Library, 68 E. Main St., 508-285-0265. more
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Hopedale Summer Band Concert SeriesHopedale, MA

7pm.
, 508-473-8439. more
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Out to Lunch Summer Concert Series & Farmers MarketWorcester, MA

Thursdays 11-2pm.
Worcester Common, 508-799-1400 x3. more
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Family Night at the BandstandMilford, MA

6:30pm.
Milford Town Park, Congress St at Walnut Street, 508-478-5924. more
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ABMI Concerts on the GrassBellingham, MA

2013:7-9pm. 7/31, 8/7, 8/13 at Mendon Town Beach.
Bellingham Town Common more
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ABMI Concerts on the GrassMendon, MA

Wed 7pm, 7/31-8/14 6:30pm at Mendon town beach.
Bellingham town common more
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Sterling Summer ConcertsSterling, MA

Mon&Wed 6-8pm.
Memorial Park more
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Alternatives’ Summer Concert SeriesWhitinsville, MA

Thursdays 6:00pm.
Alternatives’ Whitin Mill Plaza, 50 Douglas Road, 508-266-6502. more
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Wed Eves at the West Brookfield BandstandWest Brookfield, MA

Wednesdays 7/10-8/7.
West Brookfield Bandstand, 774-200-3638. more
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Elm Park Summer Concert SeriesWorcester, MA

Thursdays 6:30pm.
Elm Park, Highland Street at Park Avenue more
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Summer Sounds Concert SeriesWestfield, MA

2013:6-8pm.
Stanley Park’s Beveridge Pavilion Annex, 413-572-1260. more
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Family Concert Series at West SpringfieldWest Springfield, MA

7-8:30pm, except 7/4.
Various more
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Sunday Night Concerts at WestfieldWestfield, MA

6-8pm except 7/7.
Stanley Park more
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Musical Moments In Amelia’s GardenWestfield, MA

Tuesdays 6:30pm.
21 South Broad Street more
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Easthampton Arts in the ParkEasthampton, MA

Fridays 6:30-8pm.
Millside Park, 2 Ferry St more
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Summer Band Concerts at ChicopeeChicopee, MA

6:30 or 7pm.
Aldenville Commons or Szot tennis court, 413-594-3481. more
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Wednesday Evening ConcertsWestfield, MA

6pm.
Beveridge Pavilion Annex, 413-568-9312 x100. more
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Positively Holyoke Summer Concert SeriesHolyoke, MA

6-8pm.
Holyoke Heritage State Park, 221 Appleton St more
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Stearns Square Concert SeriesSpringfield, MA

6pm, more dates TBA.
Stearns Square, 413-781-1591. more
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Coop Concerts & Sundays in the ParkGreenfield, MA

6-8pm.
Greenfield Energy Park, 413-774-9949. more
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Concerts at Windsor LakeNorth Adams, MA

6:30pm.Rain cancells.
Windsor Lake, 413-664-6180. more
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Concerts at the ClarkWilliamstown, MA

Various times.
225 South St., 413-458-2303. more
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Summer Concert Series at South HadleySouth Hadley, MA

Thursdays 6:30pm.
Town Common more
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Look Park ConcertsFlorence, MA

Tuesdays kids performances at 10am.
Pines Theater, Look Park, 413-584-5457. more
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Great Barrington BandstandGreat Barrington, MA

Fridays 5:30-7pm.And 8/31: 10am and 2pm.
more
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Chesterfest Americana Music SeriesStockbridge, MA

5pm-7pm.
Chesterwood, 4 Williamsville Road, 413-298-3579. more
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Summer of Love ConcertsOnset, MA

Wednesdays 6:30pm.
Onset Bandshell more
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Concerts on the Lawn at the LibraryBourne, MA

7pm.
19 Sandwich Rd, 508-759-0644. more
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Summer Concert Series – OstervilleOsterville, MA

Between 6 and 7pm.
Library Lawn more
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Concerts in the Park at Buzzards BayBuzzards Bay, MA

6:30-8:30pm.
Buzzards Bay Park at the Gazebo more
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TDBank Summer Concerts – OrleansOrleans, MA

Thu 6-7:30pm.
Nauset Beach more
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Arts Foundation & Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce Concert SeriesWest Yarmouth, MA

6-7:30pm.
Bandstand at Parkers River Beach on South Shore Drive, 508.778.1008. more
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Ocean Beach Park Music SeriesNew London, CT

Variety of cruise nights, magic, live music.
Ocean Beach Park more
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Music on the GreenSouthington, CT

7pm.
Downtown Southington more
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Summer Concerts at the Sherman Green GazeboFairfield, CT

Opening 3:00pm – July/Aug 7pm – Aug15-Aug29 6:30pm.
Sherman Green Gazebo more
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Music Under the StarsShelton, CT

No times on the website, whadya know.
Gazebo, Huntington Green, 203-331-4120. more
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Summer Concert Series at Southbury, CTSouthbury, CT

begin between 5 and 7pm.
Various more
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West Haven Summer ConcertsWest Haven, CT

Fridays 7-9pm.
Old Grove Park / West Haven Green more
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Cocktails with the WhalesMystic, CT

6-8pm.
55 Coogan Blvd, 860-572-5955 ext- 520. more
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City Center Concerts on the GreenDanbury, CT

7pm.
CityCenter more
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Concerts in the ParkThompson, CT

7pm.
Riverside Park more
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Manchster Bandshell SeriesManchester, CT

7pm.
more
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Music Under the StarsNorth Haven, CT

7pm.
Town Green more
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Summer Concerts at TrumbullTrumbull, CT

7pm.
Town Hall Gazebo more
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Summer Concert Series at TorringtonTorrington, CT

7pm.
Coe Memorial Park, Civic Center, 860-489-2274. more
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Summer SoundWaves Concert SeriesGroton, CT

6pm.
Esker Point Beach more
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Summer Nights by Harbor Lights Concert SeriesMilford, CT

7pm.
Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field, 203-878-0681. more
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Summer Concert Series at ThomastonThomaston, CT

7pm.
Seth Thomas Park, South Main St more
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Norwalk Parks Concert ScheduleNorwalk, CT

Varios times, check schedule.
Calf Pasture Beach, 203-854-7806. more
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Watertown’s Music at the Park Summer ConcertsWatertown, CT

7pm.
Veterans’ Memorial Park, 570 Nova Scotia Hill Road more
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Branford Jazz on the Green SeriesBranford, CT

6:30pm.
Branford Town Green more
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Summer Concert Series at Unionville, CTUnionville, CT

7pm.
Alice Clover Pinney Park, School St more
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Summer Concert Series at the Mill Pond Park GazeboNewington, CT

6:30pm.
Mill Pond Park more
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Summer Concert at Dickinson ParkNewtown, CT

6:30pm.
Dickinson Memorial Park more
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Summer Concert SeriesRocky Hill, CT

6:30pm.
Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, Elm Ridge Park, 860-258-2772. more
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Summer Music FestivalNew Britain, CT

7pm.
Walnut Hill Park, Darius Miller Memorial Band Shell more
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Levitt PavilionWestport, CT

7:00pm.
40 Jesup Road more
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Woodbridge Summer Concert SeriesWoodbridge, CT

6-8pm.
Gazebo, 4 Meetinghouse Lane more
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Summer Concert Series at BristolBristol, CT

7pm.
Rockwell Park more
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Twilight Lawn Concerts at Roseland CottageWoodstock, CT

7pm.
Roseland Cottage more
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Concerts on the GreenMadison, CT

Various times.
more
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Thursdays on the DockEssex, CT

thursday 5:30-7:30pm.
Connecticut River Museum more
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Summer Music SundaysMystic, CT

Sundays 5pm.
more
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Summer SoundsMiddletown, CT

7:00 pm.
Union Park, South Green, 860-343-6620. more
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Tuesday Concert SeriesMontville, CT

Tuesdays, 6pm.
Camp Oakdale Pavilion, 860-848-3030 x322. more
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Glastonbury Riverfront Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT

7-9pm.
Riverfront Park more
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Summer “Best Bet” Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT

7pm.
Field behind the Riverfront Community Center on Welles Street more
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Summer Concert Series at Greenwich, CTGreenwich, CT

7:15pm except 7/28/, 8/25 7:00pm.
Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, 203-861-6100. more
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Concert on the Green at Windsor, CTWindsor, CT

7-9pm.
Town Green more
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NewAlliance Bank Concert SeriesClinton, CT

6:30pm.
Pierson School, Route 1., (860) 669-3889. more
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Sounds of SummerEast Hartford, CT

Thursdays 6pm.
Town Green, 1047 Main St more
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Davis Park Concert SeriesKillingly, CT

6-7:30pm.
Davis Park more
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Bedford’s Family Cultural SeriesBedford, NH

7pm.
Performance Stage (Pool Complex), 603-472-5242. more
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Sunapee Harbor Concert SeriesSunapee, NH

5-7pm.
Flanders Stage, 603-763-4940 x210. more
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Concert SeriesWaterville Valley, NH

Various times.
Various more
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Merrimack Concert AssociationMerrimack, NH

6:30pm.
Abbie Griffin Park Bandstand more
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Concert Series on the GreenAmherst, NH

6:30pm.
Village Green more
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Gorham Summer Concert SeriesGorham, NH

6:30pm.
Gorham Common more
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Henniker Summer Concert SeriesHenniker, NH

7pm.
Bandstand, Community Park, Main St. more
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Saint-Gaudens Summer Concert SeriesCornish, NH

2pm (Except 6/22 at 6:30pm).
Little Studio, Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site more
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Summer Concerts at Concord, NHConcord, NH

7pm.
Various more more
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Talent Search Night at Canobie Lake ParkSalem, NH

Call for times.
Canobie Lake Park, 603.893.3506. more
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Bandstand ConcertsHampton Falls, NH

6:30pm.
Town Common more
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Town of Woodstock Free Concert SeriesNorth Woodstock, NH

6:30-8:30pm,except 7/4, 7-8:30pm, and 7/13: 5-7:00pm and 8-11:00pm.
Soldier’s Park, 603-745-8752. more
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Saturday Night Concerts in Alton BayAlton, NH

Saturdays 7pm (except 7/3).
Alton Bay Bandstand more
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Sunapee Harbor Concert SeriesSunapee, NH

Saturdays 5pm.
Flanders Stage, 603-763-4940. more
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Newport Town Common Concert SeriesNewport, NH

Sundays 6pm.
Town Common, 603-863-1510. more more
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River House Restaurant Concert SeriesPortsmouth, NH

7pm.
Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848. more
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Friends of Stark Park Concert SeriesManchester, NH

Various times, Sundays 2-4pm.
more
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Mondays on Lebanon CommonLebanon, NH

Thu 7:30pm. Rain location: Lebanon Senior Center.
Colburn Park more
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Concert on the Common Summer Music SeriesRochester, NH

Tue 7pm.
Rochester Common, 603-332-4120. more
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Sounds on the Souhegan Summer Concert SeriesMilford, NH

7-8:30pm. If rain, Town Hall.
Emerson Park more
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Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Summer ConcertTilton, NH

6-8:30pm.
Tilton lsland Park, 603-286-3000. more
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Cochecho Arts FestivalDover, NH

Thursdays 12pm.
Henry Law Park more
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Sea Shell Stage at Hampton BeachHampton Beach, NH

7-9:30pm.Concerts and live entertainment every day at 7pm.
more
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Summer Concert SeriesHancock, NH

7-8:30pm. If rain, in church.
Gazebo, 603-525-4441. more
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Music by the Sea Outdoor Concert SeriesRye, NH

6-8pm. $8.
Seacoast Science Center, Rt 1A more
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Field of Dreams ConcertsSalem, NH

6:30pm.
Field of Dreams more
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Arts Jubilee at Cranmore ResortNorth Conway, NH

Thursdays 6pm.
Cranmore Ski Resort more
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“Alive on the River” Concert SeriesWiscasset, ME

Thursdays 6pm.
Town Common, 207-882-8230. more
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Waterfront ConcertsBangor, ME

7/21-9/14. 5:30pm Lowest ticket price I found was $26.75. Most were $30-$80.
Bangor Waterfront Pavilion more
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Outdoor Market and ConcertBangor, ME

6pm.
Pickering Square more
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Kennebunk Weekly Concerts in the ParkKennebunk, ME

6:30pm.
Lafayette Park, Storer St. more
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Summer Concerts at Norcross PointWinthrop, ME

2-4pm.
Off Bowdoin/Memorial more
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Yarmouth Summer Art SeriesYarmouth, ME

Various times.
Royal River Park more
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Summer Concert Series at Wells Harbor ParkWells, ME

6:30pm.
Wells Harbor Park more
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Poland Spring Annual Summer Concert SeriesPoland Spring, ME

7:00pm.
37 Preservation Way more
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Mill Creek Park Summer ConcertsSouth Portland, ME

6:30pm.
Mill Creek Park, 207-767-7650. more
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York Beach Concert SeriesYork, ME

7-9pm.
Ellis Park, York Beach, 207-363-1040. more
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Summer in the Parks ConcertsPortland, ME

Wed 7:30pm at Western Prom Park, Thu 12:30pm (thru Aug 8) at Deering Oaks Park.
Western Prom Park (mostly) more
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L.L. Bean Summer in the Park Concert SeriesFreeport, ME

Saturdays 7:30pm.
Discovery Park more
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Weekly Concerts in the ParkOld Orchard Beach, ME

Thursdays, 6:30-8pm.
Veterans Memorial Park, 207-934-0860. more
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Summer Bandstand Concert SeriesBethel, ME

4pm.
Bethel Common more
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Sunset Music SeriesNewport, RI

Different times, venues and $.
more
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North Kingstown Concert SeriesNorth Kingstown, RI

Tuesdays 7pm, Thursdays 6:30pm.
Various more
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Monday Night Summer Concerts at Marina ParkSouth Kingstown, RI

6:30 Times and dates subject to change.
Marina Park more
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Summer Concert at Rose Larisa ParkEast Providence, RI

Thursdays 6pm.
Rose Larisa Park, Bullocks Point Avenue, 401-435-7511. more
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Concerts Under the ElmsProvidence, RI

6:30, $10.
more
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Family Night Concert SeriesNewport, RI

6pm.
Easton’s Beach, 401-845-5810. more
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Watch Hill Summer Concert SeriesWesterly, RI

Tuesdays 6pm (8/27 rain date).
Village Green, 401-596-7909. more
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Summer Concerts at the GazeboNarragansett, RI

Fridays at 6pm.
Gazebo more
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Summer Concert SeriesJamestown, RI

6:30-8pm.
Memorial Square, 401-423-7260. more
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Conventry Summer Night Concert SeriesCoventry, RI

6pm.
Paine Field, 1277 Main St more
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City Hall Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI

6pm.
City Hall Ampitheatre more
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Blues on the Beach & Monday Night JamsWesterly, RI

6pm.
Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Avenue more more
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Summer Concert Series at Warwick, RIWarwick, RI

6:30-8pm.
Various parks, 401-738-2000 x6504. more
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South County Commons Outdoor Summer Concert SeriesSouth Kingstown, RI

6-8pm.
more
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Music All Around Town at Cranston, RICranston, RI

6:30pm.
William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St more
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Slater Park Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI

Thu 6-7:30pm.
Slater Park more
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Summer Concert Series at MarlboroMarlboro, VT

In an auditorium. Fri, sat: 8:30pm, Sun 2:30pm.
Marlboro College more
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Enosburgh Town Band TuesdaysEnosburgh, VT

6/14-8/23 Tuesdays 7:30pm.
Lincoln park more
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Summer Concert Series at Colchester, VTColchester, VT

7pm.
Lower Bayside Park (Beachside), 802-264-5640. more
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Island Pond’s Friday Night LiveIsland Pond, VT

6pm.
more
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Brandon Summer Concert SeriesBrandon, VT

6:30pm.
Central Park (except 6/28 @ Neshobe Golf Course) more
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Saturdays Under the Stars – Summer Concert SeriesStratton, VT

6pm.
Stratton Mountain Ski Resort, 802-297-4FUN. more
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Sunday Concerts on the Green, DanvilleDanville, VT

Sundays 7pm.
more
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Gazebo Concerts & Music in the MeadowStowe, VT

7-8pm.
more
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Thursday Night Summer Concerts on the GreenManchester Center, VT

Not free. 7pm at Riley Center for the Arts/ 7:30pm at Arkell Pavilion.
Town Green, 802-362-2100. more
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River Road Summer Concert SeriesKillington, VT

6pm.
Sherburne Memorial Library more
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