Events INSIDER: July 21-29, 2014

07/20/14 by Johnny Monsarrat

Giveaways & Features

Speakeasy Circus at OBERON

We’ve given the Boston Circus Guild a 5-star rating more than once! We’ve got a pair of tickets to give away for each 7/24 show, at 7pm and 10pm. Email giveaways@eventsinsider.com to win and tell us which time works best for you. Cambridge, MA, Fri 6/27–Sat 8/30.more

Johnny’s Picks

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. All Over, , Mon 7/28–Wed 7/30.more

Puerto Rican Festival

This Puerto Rican Festival features a parade, various performances and even a domino tournament. Awesome! Boston, MA, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Day of Triumph at the Larz Anderson Museum

This car show highlights Triumph cars in a decidedly British fashion, with a lawn show featuring dozens of automobiles. Brookline, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Vintage Baseball Tournament

Watch a Civil War-era baseball game with original rules and uniforms. That is to say, baseball uniforms, not Civil War uniforms. Georges Island, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Homemade Boat Race

Build a boat, then race with it. Just make sure it doesn’t have any holes! Provincetown, MA, Mon 7/28.more

Lowell Folk Festival

I’ve been to this festival and it’s surprisingly rich. They have many artists performing, craft demonstrations, kids activities, food and vendors. Lowell, MA, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Wellesley Concerts

‘Grounds for Divorce’ never sounded so good! School’s out for the summer and this event aims to prove it, with a local, all-dad band playing the hits of the 90’s through present day. Wellesley, MA, Wed 6/25–Wed 8/6.more

A Morning with the Alcotts

Get to know the Alcott family as historically outfitted guides lead you on an interactive tour with old-fashioned games, songs, stories, and refreshments. Concord, MA, Thu 7/24.more

Race of the Century: Horses, Cars, and Airplanes

Trust me: SEE THIS! They’ll race horses, old-timey cars, and old-timey airplanes! (All the old-timey horses are dead.). Stow, MA, Sun 7/27–Mon 7/28.more

New England Pirate Faire

You can join Blackbeard’s crew at this all-things-pirate festival at a fun historical village. Throw a battle axe, shop, and go on a treasure hunt! Salem, MA, Fri 7/25–Sat 7/26.more

Yankee Homecoming Festival

Check out the battle of the bands, brewfest, historic tours, and much more at this Yankee Homecoming Festival! Newburyport, MA, Sun 7/27–Sat 8/2.more

Yankee Doodle Days

In addition to a huge fireworks show and demolition derby, check out three days of local vendors, exhibits, demonstrations, competitions, food and entertainment! Charlemont, MA, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

ZooMoon at Capron Park Zoo

Walk through the zoo at night, and cool off at the splashpad. Plus there is a nighttime farmer’s and artist market. Attleboro, MA, Wed 7/23.more

Waterfire

The view of 80 braziers floating on a river is something that can’t be easily ignored. Enjoy the view and have a good time with your friends. Providence, RI, Sat 7/26.more

Shakespeare in the Park in Pittsfield

Free Shakespeare for the whole family, outdoors and under the stars! Magic and mayhem ensue in A Midsummer Night’s Dream – will you be there? Pittsfield, MA, Thu 7/17–Sun 7/27.more

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

One of the original supernatural romantic comedies, A Midsummer Night’s Dream offers something for everyone, so come on down for some free Shakespeare in the park. Pittsfield, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Outdoor concerts!

Events Insider keeps track of all the outdoor concerts 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 movies!

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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

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). All Over, , Wed 1/1–Mon 12/1.more

Also Fun

Museum Free Fun Fridays

A number of local museums and destinations offer free admission, thanks to Highland Street! Every Friday through August, check the schedule! All Over, , Fri 6/27–Fri 8/29.more

Live Band Karaoke with B11

If you’re a karaoke pro, it’s time to try it with a live band. Pick a song and be a star! All Over, , Thu 7/24.more

Board the Charles Morgan

A 173-year-old ship visits Boston for the first time, and you can get on board. Cool! Boston, MA, Fri 7/18–Tue 7/22.more

Folk Dancing by the Fountain

Give folk dances a chance. They’re fun and easy to pick up. This participatory event is all about having fun, and they’ll even show you the steps. Tuesdays. 7:30-9:30pm. Boston, MA, Tue 7/1–Tue 8/26.more

Dancing in the Parks

Dress for the beach as you dance in the park to a night of island themed tunes. Groovy! Newton, MA, Wed 7/23–Wed 8/13.more

Picnic in the Park

You’ll find hot dogs, hamburgers, and music at this small park event. Last year I think the food was free. Newton Centre, MA, Wed 7/23.more

Quincy Bay Race Week

Yay! This is 4 days of boat racing! Not to mention the Dinghy Invasion! Quincy, MA, Thu 7/24–Sun 7/27.more

Circus Smirkus in Waltham

Hey, this circus it not only awesome, but also a supporter of non-profit organizations. This year, set sail for adventure on the high seas and take the plunge for fathoms of fun! Waltham, MA, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Summer Century & Family Fun Fest

This is a big group bicycle ride suitable for all ages that seems to be self-guided. Stop for a free farm tour and cooking demo, and enjoy lunch and refreshments after your ride. Acton, MA, Sat 7/26.more

Christmas in July 5k

This Chrismas in July 5k race is back again, promising a fun run to benefit charity. Props if you wear a Santa hat! Newburyport, MA, Sat 7/26.more

Summer Arts Weekend

Summer Arts Weekend is back, with lots of performances from great artists from all over the globe. Get ready to dance! Boston, MA, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

FIGMENT Boston

At Figment everyone can play, share, create and collaborate. Express yourself though art, music, dance, and games. Just have fun! Boston, MA, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

Radical Roxbury Bicycle Tour

What do Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, the Black Panthers and SNCC have to do with Boston? Find out on the fun and informative bike ride. Roxbury, MA, Sat 7/26.more

Cambridge Jazz Festival

Check out tons of live performances from Grammy winners, local artists, students and jazz greats. They’re all at Cambridge Jazz Fest! 12-6pm. Cambridge, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Sunday Heritage Festival @ Boogaloo Swamis

The famous sounds of New Orleans are coming to a chair or blanket near you…in Newton! This is not a concert to miss. Newton, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Boston Seafood Festival

The Boston Fish Pier is turning 100 years old this year, and it is at the center of the Boston Seafood Festival, which features food trucks, vendors, art, and a kid’s area. Boston, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Boom Town Festival

Four nights of fun musical performances are the highlight of the Boom Town Festival. Turn it up! Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/28–Thu 7/31.more

Alumni Picnic

Delicious Shish, Losh and Chicken Kebab dinners, plus Armenian music and dancing. Fun! Franklin, MA, Sun 7/13–Sun 7/27.more

Marblehead Race Week

It’s Race Week in Marblehead! That means lots of boats, lots of racing, and lots of fun! Marblehead, MA, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

1A Auto Charity Car Show

All cars welcome! There will be a DJ, food, motorcycles and lots of trophies to win. Plus it benefits charity! Pepperell, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Harbor Illuminations

Come to Hull Harbor and carry the magic and spirit of the Illumination in your heart all year. Buy a flare or just enjoy the view. Hull, MA, Sat 7/26.more

Nantucket Atheneum Dance Festival

This is a series of ballet performances, and most of them are free. Tickets required for the 2 big events on 7/25 and 7/26. Nantucket, MA, Tue 7/22.more

Saturday Night Showdown with Antique racers

You’ll only need the edge of your seat for this day full of wild and exciting racing! Buckle up! Seekonk, MA, Sat 7/26.more

LiveLife Family Day

This is a family event that celebrates first responders while offering lots of fun activities like a water balloon toss and face painting. Shrewsbury, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Ko Festival of Performance

The Ko Festival, where the only certainty is surprise…sounds like the perfect way to describe this intense and creative four week festival. Amherst, MA, Sat 7/5–Sun 8/3.more

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival

This indoor / outdoor festival draws the best dance performances from around the world. This one will stay around all summer so it’s more like a venue’s performance season. Becket, MA, Sat 6/14–Sun 8/24.more

Kofest Story Slam & Party

Like a poetry slam, but stories. No notes, just heart and powerful storytellers. Check it out! Amherst, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Pittsfield Ethnic Fair

This is interesting — rather than focus on one culture, this fair features food and entertainment from around the world. Plus a classic car show! Pittsfield, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Barnstable County Fair

A demolition derby and extreme motocross highlight this County Fair. It’s got everything else you’d expect like fun games and live music! East Falmouth, MA, Mon 7/21–Sun 7/27.more

Cape Cod Canal Centennial Celebration

It’s the Cape Cod Canal’s centennial celebration! Check out the fireworks, tug boat parade, historical tours, and activities for the kids. All Over, , Fri 7/25–Tue 7/29.more

US Coast Guard’s Eagle Ship Tour

The Barque Eagle is the only steel-hulled sailboat currently in U.S. Military service, and you can get on board for a tour. What are you waiting for? Buzzards Bay, MA, Fri 7/25.more

Canal Music Fest

Bring your own seat to this under-the-tent music festival, and check out the model ships as well. Cool! 12-5pm. Bourne, MA, Sat 7/26.more

Cape Cod Central Railroad Centennial Celebration Trains

The Cape Cod Central Railroad is also celebrating it’s 100th, which means you can take a special trip on the rails. All aboard! Buzzards Bay, MA, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

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, MA, Sat 7/26–Sat 8/2.more

Family Pride Week

This week of family fun promises an amazing week full of great conversations, dancing, games and so much more with LGBTQ parents, children, families, and friends. Provincetown, MA, Sat 7/26–Sat 8/2.more

Organic Garden Tour

Walk around and explore organic gardens in Truro. Maybe take some of it home? $25 ticket. Truro, MA, Sun 7/27.more

Whale Week

Step inside a life sized right whale! You can also attend workshops and lectures, enter the homemade boat race, and more! Provincetown, MA, Mon 7/28–Thu 7/31.more

Evening Canoe Trip – Twilight

Paddle through Wellfleet’s freshwater ponds as the stars and moon rise. Beautiful! Wellfleet, MA, Tue 7/29.more

Thursday Evening Live Music and Dancing at the Towers

Get up and dance, or relax and enjoy the live music in Narragansett this Thursday. Narragansett, RI, Thu 7/17–Thu 7/24.more

Newport Music Festival

This festival continues with the tradition of presenting unique chamber music programs, American debuts, world-class artists and special events. Newport, RI, Fri 7/11–Sun 7/27.more

Family Concert Series

Kick off a summer of family friendly musical performances with a night of fun under the stars. North Kingstown, RI, Thu 7/10–Thu 7/31.more

Friday Night Concert Series at Waterplace Park

This installment in Providence’s free concert series features the winner of WBRU’s Rock Hunt, Double Bill! Enjoy the music and the scenery. 7pm. Providence, RI, Wed 6/25–Fri 8/1.more

Summer Outdoor Concert Series at Marina Park

The Wakefield Concert Band is 75 members strong, dedicated, and performing for you all summer. Wakefield, RI, Mon 6/30–Mon 8/4.more

Big Screen Movies on the Beach

Watching a movie on a giant screen at the beach is what summer is all about. Don’t miss this one! Westerly, RI, Tue 7/8–Tue 8/19.more

Neighborhood Performing Arts Initiative

Celebrate Providence, have fun and enjoy the multiple concerts that have been prepared for this year. Start off with Opera on Sunday! Providence, RI, Sun 7/6–Sat 8/23.more

Fruitvale Station: Film Screening & Discussion

Fruitvale Station tackles the tough issues. Check out the last day in the life of a young man gone too soon. Providence, RI, Mon 7/21.more

Kingston Chamber Music Festival

It’s a series of chamber concerts presenting the work of great composers from the past, performed by music legends side by side with up and comers. Kingston, RI, Wed 7/23–Sun 8/3.more

Blessing of the Fleet Weekend

While the feature event is the blessing of all the boats, there is also a seafood festival and great live music! Narragansett, RI, Fri 7/25–Sat 7/26.more

Foster Old Home Days

Foster Old Home Days includes many events like the Oxen pull, animal exhibits, martial arts demos, chowder dinners and much more. Foster, RI, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Newport Folk Festival

This is a huge Folk Festival known to sell out early, like it did this year, unfortunately! Newport, RI, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Cultural Survival Bazaar

This one is the perfect chance to get in touch with Indigenous artists and cooperatives. Experience their culture and music, and also purchase crafts directly from them! Tiverton, RI, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

Emerald Square Art Festival

This unique arts and crafts festival jumps the border from Rhode Island to Massachusetts this year. It’s being held in a mall parking lot, so if you like shopping this one is for you! Newport, RI, Sat 7/26.more

Newport BridgeFest

Concerts, a soiree, and a jazz supper club are some of the highlights of this festival with many free events! Newport, RI, Mon 7/28–Thu 7/31.more

Hampstead, NH -Steve Blunt

Steve Blunt offers sing-along, laugh-a-lot fun. Don’t miss out on the fun kids activities that happen before the concert! Hampstead, NH, Sat 7/26.more

Performance

Review: The Little Mermaid

Head under the sea in Beverly for this theatrical performance of Disney’s A Little Mermaid. Click for our review! Beverly, MA, Mon 7/14–Sun 7/27.more

Review: Auld Lang Syne

What will happen when the ball drops in Times Square? Find out in this thriller/comedy on the stage. Click for our review! Gloucester, MA, Mon 7/14–Sun 7/27.more

Review: Her Aching Heart

In this two-woman show, passion flies to the wind in this fun and racy romance novel come to life. Click for our review! Cambridge, MA, Mon 7/14–Sun 8/10.more

Hairspray Jr

Since it’s Hairspray Jr, does that mean less hair and product? Either way, this is a fun musical live on stage. 7-8:15pm. Pittsfield, MA, Wed 7/23.more

Shakespeare on the Common: Twelfth Night

There is no reason not to come out for this free outdoor Shakespeare performance of Twelfth Night. Not even one! Boston, MA, Wed 7/23–Sun 8/10.more

Creative License – A New Musical

Don’t doubt the power of art, friendship, and a good class of scotch. See for yourself at Creative License! Somerville, MA, Thu 7/24–Sat 8/2.more

Wonder of the World

Are you ready for a moving and hilarious adventure? Wonder of the World will take theater-goers to the brink when it opens on Thursday. Watertown, MA, Thu 7/24–Sat 8/9.more

Boston Circus Guild – Speakeasy

Calling all cool cats and dapper dames! Get dressed to the nines and head to this one-night-only speakeasy courtesy of Club OBERON. Cambridge, MA, Fri 7/25.more

Travel

Lost River Gorge Evening Lantern Tour

See Lost River under a new light, the light of lanterns. This night tour ends with a gathering around the campfire. North Woodstock, NH, Fri 7/4–Sat 7/26.more

The Androscoggin Source to the Sea Trek

Join other paddling enthusiasts on this not-so-short trip. There are many joining points. Hit their link to learn more! Errol, NH, Fri 7/11–Sun 8/10.more

North Haverhill Fair

Check out the live music, tractor pulls, demolition derby, lumberjack competitions and lots more at this fun fair! North Haverhill, NH, Wed 7/23–Sun 7/27.more

Canterbury Fair

This festival has Morris dancing, a blacksmithing demo, music, food, and other home towny activities. About 90 minutes from Boston, on your way up to the White Mountains. Canterbury, NH, Sat 7/26.more

Sunrise Opening at the Mt. Washington Auto Road

WHAT? Driving at 4am? The view at Mt. Washington better be great (it is). Pinkham’s Grant, NH, Sun 7/27.more

Miss Hampton Beach Pageant

Yup, it’s a beauty contest. There may even be toddlers and tiaras. At least it is free and at a great beach! Hampton Beach, NH, Sun 7/27.more

Summer Days Carnival

Check out the fun rides, food, and game booths, and pick a winner in the duck race. Here’s a fun, family friendly carnival. Vernon, CT, Wed 7/23.more

Ice Cream Social

Free music and free ice cream at a cool historic location. Need I say more? Hartford, CT, Thu 7/24.more

Graveyard Shift Ghost Tours – Summer Chills Edition

They don’t call it the graveyard shift for nothing. Go on a guided nighttime ghost tour of this famous house – just try not to get too spooked! Hartford, CT, Fri 7/25–Sat 7/26.more

Twilight Lawn Concert

Bring a picnic to Roseland Cottage and enjoy a night of live music, beautiful gardens, and more! Woodstock, CT, Fri 7/25.more

Antique and Classic Boat Rendezvous

Come see several old restored boats, as well as a classic car show. There are prizes on the line, so expect the best of the best! Mystic, CT, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

Meet the Artists & Artisans

Meet artists and crafters selling their stuff. This is ranked in the top 100 fine arts shows in the Northeast. Mystic, CT, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

Star Party!

You’ll learn a lot at this Star Party, plus it’s free, with stargazing after the program. Litchfield, CT, Sun 7/27.more

Fairy Fridays

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. Boothbay, ME, Fri 7/4–Fri 7/25.more

Bar Harbor Music Festival

Variety is the word that defines this music festival! Find string orchestra, jazz, brass, and even Opera concerts, featuring the best up and coming performers. Bar Harbor, ME, Sun 6/29–Sun 7/27.more

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. Lewiston, ME, Tue 7/8–Wed 7/30.more

Summer Concert Series

The best dance hits of all time are promised at this installment of Scarborough’s Summer Concert Series. Get off your seat and on your feet! Scarborough, ME, Thu 6/26–Thu 7/31.more

Atlantic Music Festival

Atlantic Music Festival gathers hundreds of musicians, new and established. This sounds like fun! Waterville, ME, Mon 7/7–Sun 8/3.more

Bowdoin International Music Festival

Get ready, this season is about to kick off a summer with more than 100 concerts in store for all classical music lovers. visit their website for a list of performances. Brunswick, ME, Sat 6/28–Sat 8/9.more

ArtWalk Maine

Most artwalks are held on Friday nights from 5-9 pm, but be sure to check the schedule for all the options this summer. Wiscasset, ME, Thu 7/24.more

Sunset Folk Series

The Ghost of Paul Revere is here! Don’t worry, it’s not a real ghost, it’s a folk band, and they’re kicking off the Sunset Folk Series! Portland, ME, Thu 7/10–Thu 8/14.more

Fireworks in the Square

Fireworks every Thursday evening from 6/26 to 8/21! Special display for Independence Day 7/4. Enjoy! Thursdays, 9:45pm. Old Orchard Beach, ME, Thu 6/26–Thu 8/21.more

Friends of Eastern Promenade Concert Series

Thursday will be the first of a series of free weekly outdoor concerts in Portland. I like the sound of that! Portland, ME, Thu 7/3–Thu 8/28.more

County Bluegrass

Pitch a tent at this music festival and enjoy four days of the best Bluegrass around! Fort Fairfield, ME, Thu 7/24–Sun 7/27.more

Pittston Fair

This may just be Maine’s Friendliest Fair, at least that’s what they say! Check out four days of fun, food, entertainment, agricultural competition and education for all ages! Pittston, ME, Thu 7/24–Sun 7/27.more

Thoreau-Wabanaki Trail Festival

The Maine Woods was published 150 years ago, and that calls for a celebration. Tour the traditional canoe routes and have a great time! Greenville, ME, Thu 7/24–Sun 7/27.more

The Kneading Conference & Maine Artisan Bread Fair

At this conference, you’ll learn all about wheat. If you don’t get to master the art of making bread, at least you’ll eat a lot of it. Sounds interesting! Skowhegan, ME, Thu 7/24–Sat 7/26.more

Thoreau-Wabanaki Festival

Remember Thoreau’s historic trip to Maine with three days of activities including Wabanaki singing and drumming, special historical programs, and a Maine Authors’ Tea. Greenville, ME, Thu 7/24–Sat 7/26.more

Maine Quilts Show

You will find lots of quilts at this festival. Most of them for sale, some only on exhibit. Also: Workshops, lectures and silent auctions. Augusta, ME, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Northern Maine Fair

Here’s a family-friendly fair that has rides, exhibits, horse and tractor pulling, and a demolition derby, sure to be a smash! Presque Isle, ME, Fri 7/25–Sat 8/2.more

Richmond Days

Richmond Days is a 2-day festival featuring fireworks, live music, a muster, a 5k, games and a parade! Richmond, ME, Fri 7/25–Sat 7/26.more

Bucksport Bay Festival

Have a great time and enjoy lots of food and activities while learning about the forest industry. Cool! Bucksport, ME, Fri 7/25–Sat 7/26.more

Rangeley Logging Festival

35 woodworkers and even chainsaw carvers show their wares alongside live Bluegrass and the Great Maine Lumberjack Show. Sounds pretty cool to me! Rangeley, ME, Fri 7/25–Sat 7/26.more

Bangor State Fair

There will be lots of emu races, carnival rides and games, fireworks, live music, and lots of 4-H fun at the Bangor State Fair! Bangor, ME, Fri 7/25–Sun 8/3.more

Maine Civil War Encampment

This encampment offers living history demos, skirmishes, and camp life. But you know the most fun is the cannon firings! Prospect, ME, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

Grand Lake Stream Folk Art Festival

This festival combines folk music shows with folk arts, quilts, canoes, and more. With a lineup like that, it’s worth checking out! Princeton, ME, Sat 7/26–Sun 7/27.more

Annual Kids Day

This one is all about the kids. A mechanical bull, bungee fun, karaoke, rock climbing and lots more fun! Bingham, ME, Sat 7/26.more

York Days and Lighting of the Nubble

This festival includes a craft fair, road race, softball tournament, and the lighting of the Nubble (lighthouse), to celebrate Christmas in July. York, ME, Sat 7/26–Sun 8/3.more

Schoodic Arts Festival

If it counts as art, it will probably be part of this festival. Corn husk dolls, artisan bread baking, theater and games are just the beginning. Winter Harbor, ME, Mon 7/28–Sun 8/10.more

Skowhegan RiverFest

This multi-day festival has BBQ and a lobster bake, live music, an antique bed race, and fireworks plus much more! Skowhegan, ME, Tue 7/29–Sun 8/3.more

Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show

Wow! This is a full six weeks of Top Equestrian Competition! Watch beautiful horses racing and jumping, hit the boutiques, and enjoy a delicious meal. East Dorset, VT, Wed 7/2–Sun 8/10.more

Stellafane Astronomy Convention

This astronomy convention is the biggest of the stargazing events this week, but also the furthest from Boston. You’ll find keynotes, stargazing and lots of friendly people. Springfield, VT, Thu 7/24–Sun 7/27.more

Champlain Valley Folk Festival

Beautiful lake. Check. Music, dance and crafts. Check. Must be the Champlain Valley Folk Festival! Burlington, VT, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

International Time Line Event

Don’t miss this! It’s a series or re-enactments, starting at ancient Rome and ending at the present day, or close to. Plus it coincides with a blueberry festival! West Dover, VT, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Lamoille Country Field Days

Find tractor & ox pulls, arts and crafts, a car show and food vendors. Oh, there’s also an arm wrestling contest! Johnson, VT, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

Bookstock Literary Festival

Meet regional authors and book lovers at this festival. This one’s packed with lectures, talks, workshops and also live music! Woodstock, VT, Fri 7/25–Sun 7/27.more

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! Oh, blueberries too! Wilmington, VT, Fri 7/25–Sun 8/3.more

Phlox Festival

Enjoy garden tours, cutflower displays and Phlox in bloom, all at this 1940’s nursery and greenhouse. East Hardwick, VT, Sun 7/27–Sun 8/10.more

Hay Day – Billings Farm & Museum

This event revolves around hay. Find the penny in a haystack or ride a wagon. Oh, and plenty of switchel for all! Woodstock, VT, Sun 7/27.more

Outdoor Theatre & More

Outdoor Theatre & More – click map above to set region	Mon 7/21	Tue 7/22	Wed 7/23	Thu 7/24	Fri 7/25	Sat 7/26	Sun 7/27	Mon 7/28
Salsa in the ParkBoston, MA Mondays at 6-9pm. Blackstone Community Center	M							M
Sunday Parkland GamesCambridge, MA Sundays at 3:30-6pm. The parklands along Memorial Drive near the Weeks Footbridge							S
Charles River Conservancy Parkland GamesAllston, MA Sundays at 3:30-6pm. Memorial Drive at JFK Street							S
Jacob’s Pillow “Inside/Out” PerformancesBecket, MA Wednesdays – Saturdays at 6:15pm. Henry J. Leir Stage at the breathtaking Marcia and Seymour Simon Performance Space, 413-243-0745.			W	R	F	S
Plays in the Park (for kids)Boston, MA Fridays at 11:45am and 1:30pm. Georges Island, 617-223-8666.					F
Free outdoor folk dancingBoston, MA Tuesdays at 7-9:30pm. Copley Square		T
Shakespeare on the Common: Twelfth NightBoston, MA Tuesdays thru Saturdays @ 8pm; Sundays @ 7pm; Matinee: Saturday, July 26th @ 3pm. Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common			W	R	F	S	S
Burlington Children’s ShowsBurlington, MA Mondays 6:30pm on town common, Thursdays 1pm at Simonds Park. Various, 781-270-1695.	M			R				M
Playhouse in the ParkBoston, MA 11am , 6pm. Shattuck Picnic Grove		T
Apollinaire in the Park presents: The Caucasian Chalk CircleChelsea, MA 7:30pm; Invasion: Wednesday & Saturday; Bocón: Thursday & Sunday. Mary O’Malley Park, Waterfront, 617-887-2336.			W	R		S	S
Commonwealth Shakepeare CompanyBoston, MA 8pm; Aug 1 until 10 – 5:30pm. Georges Island			W	R	F	S	S	M
Shakespeare at Choate ParkMedway, MA No time listed. Choate Park / Park Pond					F	S
Shakespeare in the ParkArlington, MA Sundays; no time listed. Robbins Farm Park							S
Much Ado About Nothing – Adaptation (Brave the Bard)Cambridge, MA 9:30am-3pm. Various Locations, 617-349-4380.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
A Midsummer Night’s DreamEaston, MA 7pm. Borderland State Park, 617-294-9722.							S
WBAF Summer Theatre: CabaretWest Boylston, MA Wednesdays at 6:30-8pm. West Boylston Middle High School Auditorium			W
Summer Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA Tues&Thurs 10am. Town Common		T		R
Theater on the Green & Family Concerts @ ReadingReading, MA Kids theatre Wed, 3-4pm. Bandstand at Memorial Park, 781-942-9075.			W
A Midsummer Night’s DreamBeverly, MA No time listed. Beverly, Fall River, and Easton	M	T	W	R	F	S	S
Shakespeare at Lynn Woods: Much Ado About NothingLynn, MA Sat&Sun No time listed. Lynn Woods Pennybrook Entrance, Walnut Street						S	S
A Midsummer Night’s DreamBeverly, MA No time listed. Hale Farm, 617-294-9722.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S
Outdoor Stage for Families & ChildrenVineyard Haven, MA Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 5pm. Tisbury Amphitheater, State Road, 508-693-6450.				R	F	S
A Midsummer Night’s DreamFall River, MA No time listed. Fall River Historical Society, 617-294-9722.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S
Worcester Shakespeare FestivalWorcester, MA Thurs-Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm. Memorical Grove Amphitheatre, Green Hill Park				R	F	S	S
Shakespeare Under the StarsAmherst, MA 7pm; except Aug 17 at 2pm. The Renaissance Center, 650 East Pleasant St			W	R	F	S	S
The Complete Works of William ShakespeareLenox, MA various times. Tina Packer Playhouse			W	R	F	S
Prescott Park Arts FestivalPortsmouth, NH 7pm. Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848.			W		F
Momentum Theatre TroupeNew London, NH 7pm. Town Commons	S		W	R	F	S	S	S
Summer Evenings at Treworgy PlanetariumMystic, CT Fridays at 8:30pm. Treworgy Planetarium, 75 Greenmanville Ave					F
Summer Theatre Festival at Waveny ParkCanaan, CT Outdoors. Mostly 8pm, but some daytimes too. 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. Waveny Park, 203-966-4634.				W	R	F	S	S
Family CampfiresFranklin, CT 7pm. Blue Slope, 138 Blue Hill Road, 860-642-6413.					R
Fireworks at Ocean Beach ParkNew London, CT various times.					F
Ocean Beach Park Classic Car Cruise NightNew London, CT Mondays at 6pm. Ocean Beach Park	M							M
Fireworks In The SquareOld Orchard Beach, ME Thursdays at 9:45pm approx. The Pier, 2 Old Orchard St				R
Shakespeare in the ParkKennebunk, ME 7-9:30pm. Lafayette Park, Storer St, 646-360-3260.			W	R	F	S
Momentum Theatre TroupeWoodstock, VT 7pm. United Universalist Church	S		W	R	F	S	S	S

Outdoor Movies

Outdoor Movies – click map above to set region	Mon 7/21	Tue 7/22	Wed 7/23	Thu 7/24	Fri 7/25	Sat 7/26	Sun 7/27	Mon 7/28
Screen on the GreenCambridge, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. Various parks, 617-349-6200.			W
WBZ Free Friday FlicksBoston, MA Fridays at various times. Various Locations, 617-787-7200.					F
Summer in the City at the Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA Fridays at various times. 70 Rowes Wharf, 617-439-7000.					F
Burlington Family Movies on the CommonBurlington, MA Wednesdays; movies start at dusk. Town Common			W
Movie Nights at the BeachRevere, MA Thursdays (except 6/27), movies at dusk. Revere Beach, 781-286-8190.				R
Movies in the ParksBoston, MA Sundays at dusk. Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, 718-639-6002.							S
Magic 106.7 Family Film FestivalBoston, MA Saturdays ; no time listed yet. South garden at the Prudential Center						S
SomerMovie FeastSomerville, MA Thursdays at just after sunset. Seven Hills Park, 617-666-3311.				R
Family Movie ManiaWoburn, MA Tuesdays at dusk. Library Park		T
Christopher Columbus Park Sunday Night MoviesBoston, MA Sundays at dusk. Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, 718-639-6002.							S
Winthrop Movies in the ParkWinthrop, MA various times. Ingleside Park, 617-846-8243.						S
Family Night & Outdoor MovieWoburn, MA Tuesdays at Dusk. Library Park		T
Screen on the GreenCambridge, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. various locations			W
Summer Concerts on the CommonNorwood, MA Sundays at 7-9pm. Town Common							S
Movies at Lynch ParkBeverly, MA Sundays (except 8/9); various time. Lynch Park							S
Movies at Hingham ShipyardHingham, MA Thursday Nights at Dusk. Hingham Shipyard				R
Movies with the StarsMansfield, MA Times vary, check town website. South Common			W
Movies in the ParkMarion, MA Wednesdays ; times vary between 7:45 and 8:45. Island Wharf			W
Easthampton Arts in the ParkEasthampton, MA Fridays (except 7/19) at 6:30-8pm. Millside Park, 2 Ferry St, (413) 529-1440.					F
Outdoor Movies at Clapp ParkPittsfield, MA Fridays at 8:30pm; (raindate: 8/8 – 8/15). Clapp Park, West Housatonic Street, 499-9370.					F
Summer Movies SeriesGreenfield, MA Saturdays; Time:TBD. The Energy Park						S
Movies in the ParkGardner, MA Fridays at 8pm. Monument park, 978-632-1900.					F
Movies on the BlockProvidence, RI Thursdays at 7:30pm. Westminster St at Union St				R
Movies on the beachWesterly, RI Tuesdays at 8:30pm. Atlantic Beach Park, 401-596-7761 or 401-348-2597.		T
Movies on the GreenNorth Conway, NH Tuesdays at various times. Settlers Green Outlet, Rt 16, 603-356-7031 x10.		T
Monday Night Movies on the BeachHampton Beach, NH Mondays at dusk. near the playground	M							M
Sand Jam & Family Movie NightsFairfield, CT Dance 6:30, movies begin at dark (8:30 approx.). Jennings Beach					F
Friday Night Movies, Rocky HillRocky Hill, CT Fridays at 6:30-8:30pm. Veterans Memorial Amphitheater (Back of Elm Ridge Park)					F
Beach Blanket Movie at SunsetNew London, CT sunset.			W
Summer Outdoor MoviesNorwalk, CT Saturdays at 6pm. Shady Beach						S
Family Movie and Picnic NightsGreenwich, CT Mondays (picnic: 6:30pm; movie: 7:45pm). Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center, 203-622-7814, 203-622-6472.	M
Beach Blanket Movie NightsNew London, CT Tuesday nights; not free. Hygenic Art Park, 79 Bank St, 860-443-8001.		T
Friday FlixNew Haven, CT Fridays at 2-3:30pm. , 203-946-6768.					F
Ben & Jerry’s Summer Movie FestivalWaterbury, VT dusk. 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, 802-862-9620.						S
Splash TheaterKillington, VT Wednesdays at 7pm. Johnson Recreation Center Pool			W

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.

Outdoor Music

Outdoor Music – click map above to set region	Mon 7/21	Tue 7/22	Wed 7/23	Thu 7/24	Fri 7/25	Sat 7/26	Sun 7/27	Mon 7/28
Downtown Boston Brass strolling musiciansBoston, MA Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12nn-2pm. Downtown Crossing		T	W		F
Club Passim Summer Concert SeriesCambridge, MA Thursdays at 1pm. 47 Palmer St.				R
WODS Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA TBA for MAY. Hatch Shell, Esplanade			W
Summer Music Series in Norman Leventhal ParkBoston, MA Tuesdays and Thursdays 12nn-2pm. Post Office Square, 617-482-2139.		T		R
Kendall Square Concert SeriesCambridge, MA 12-1:30pm. North Plaza, 300 Athenaeum Street, 617 577-7354.		T		R
Concerts in the Courtyard at Boston Public LibraryBoston, MA Wednesdays at 6pm & Fridays at 12:30pm. Central Library in Copley Square, 617-536-5400.			W		F
Titus Sparrow Park Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Titus Sparrow Park, South End, 617-918-5289.			W
Summer in the City Entertainment at Boston Harbor HotelBoston, MA 6-10pm. Rowes Wharf, Boston Harbor Hotel	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
Burlington Summer ConcertsBurlington, MA Tuesdays at 6:30pm. Town Common		T
Summer Concert Series at DedhamDedham, MA 7pm. Endicott Estate Lawn, 781-329-9118.			W
Summer Concerts at The Greenway SessionsBoston, MA Fridays at 6pm. Various locations					F
MFA Concerts in the CourtyardBoston, MA 7:30pm. Museum of Fine Arts, 617-369-3189.			W
Horn Pond Summer Concert SeriesWoburn, MA Fridays at 6-8pm. Ice House Park, Sturgis Street, 781-935-2244.					F
Summer Music and Movies SeriesJamaica Plain, MA Sundays at 6pm. Pinebank, Jamaica Pond							S
Heritage Festivals / Dancing in the ParkNewton, MA Sundays at 6:30pm (HF); Wednesdays at 7pm (DP). Various			W				S
Reading “Touch of Class” Family ConcertsReading, MA Sundays at various times. Town Hall Common							S
Emerald Necklace Conservancy Summer SundaysJamaica Plain, MA Sundays at 6pm. Pinebank, Jamaica Pond							S
Medford Family Network’s Wrights Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Wright’s Pond		T
ParkARTS Citywide Neighborhood ConcertsBoston, MA Thursdays (except 8/3); 7pm. Various				R
Wright’s Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Wright’s Pond		T
Summer Sunset Concert SeriesCanton, MA Tuesdays at 7-9pm. The Village Shoppes Canton, 95 Washington St		T
Wright’s Pond Family ConcertsMedford, MA Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Wright’s Pond		T
Summer Concert Series at CantonCanton, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Canton High School, 781-821-5030.			W
Brookline Summer Concert SeriesBrookline, MA Wednesdays at 6pm. Emerson Park			W
Tito Puente Latin Music SeriesBoston, MA Thusdays at 7pm. Various locations				R
Gardner Museum Neighborhood NightsBoston, MA Thursdays at 5pm. 280 The Fenway, 617-566-1401.				R
Sunday Concert Series at RevereRevere, MA Sundays at 6pm. American Legion lawn, 281 Broadway							S
Sounds of the Garden Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA 2014:Thursdays (except 7/11) at 6pm. Various Locations, 617-542-7696.				R
Landmarks Orchestra Summer ConcertsBoston, MA 7-9pm. At the Hatch Shell			W
Summer Concerts at Charlestown Navy YardCharlestown, MA 6pm. Charlestown Navy Yard				R
Arts on the Arcade Concert SeriesBoston, MA Fridays in July and August; 11am. Samuel Adams Park, Faneuil Hall					F
Dorothy Curran Concert SeriesBoston, MA Wednesdays at 7pm. City Hall Plaza			W
Hudson Summer Concerts – Wood ParkHudson, MA Wednesdays at 6-9pm. Wood Park, Park Street			W
Hopkinton Concerts on the CommonHopkinton, MA Sundays at 5-7pm. Town Common							S
Concerts on the Green, FraminghamFramingham, MA Fridays at 6:30-8:30pm. Village Green at Framingham Center, 508-532-5960 ask for “Building Services”-.					F
Summer Concerts on the Common, NorwoodNorwood, MA 2014:Sundays at 7pm. Town Common, Washington St & Nahatan St							S
Lexington Bicentennial Band Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA 7:15pm. Hastings Park Bandstand, Worthen Road at Old Mass Ave, 781-862-0500 x707.		T
Wellesley’s Free Concert SeriesWellesley, MA Wednesdays; no time listed. Town Hall Green, 781-235-2370.			W
Dover Summer Concert SeriesDover, MA Tuesdays at 7-8pm. Dover Town Common		T
Summer Concert Series at SudburySudbury, MA Mondays at 7pm. Haskell Field, 979-639-2356.	M							M
Town of Lincoln Summer ConcertsLincoln, MA Wednesdays at 6-8:30pm. , 781-259-0784.			W
Art in the Parks, NeedhamNeedham, MA Thursdays at 7pm. Memorial Park, 781-455-7521.				R
Summer Concert SeriesLexington, MA Fridays at 6:30pm to dusk. Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Massachusetts Ave., 781-862-2480-.					F
Concerts on the Common at BedfordBedford, MA Thursdays at 7pm. Town Common				R
Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA Mondays 7pm. Sampas Pavilion	M							M
Summer Concerts on the Common at BillericaBillerica, MA Tuesdays at 7pm. Town Common, 978-671-0921.		T
Summer Band Concerts & Children’s ShowsNorth Andover, MA Sundays at 6pm. Town Common							S
Concerts on the CommonWilmington, MA Wednesdays at 6:30-8pm. Town Common			W
Sunday Concerts in the ShellBeverly, MA Sundays at 6-8pm. Lynch Park							S
Music In Masconomo Park Summer Concert SeriesManchester, MA 2014:Tuesdays at 6-8pm. Masconomo Park		T
Sundays in Patton ParkHamilton, MA 5-7pm. Patton Park, Rt 1A, 978-468-4818.							S
Lowell Summer Music SeriesLowell, MA 7:30pm (except 7/25 – 7/27 at various times; 9/6 at 10am). Boarding House Park					F	S	S
Concerts on the CommonBeverly, MA Sundays at 6-8pm. Beverly Common							S
Summer Beach ConcertsLynn, MA Thursdays (except 7/26) ; 6-8pm except 7/3: 7-9pm. Red Rock Park on the beach at Lynn Shore Drive.				R		S
Topsfield Concerts on the CommonTopsfield, MA Sundays 4-6pm. Town Common							S
Summer Concert Series at DanversDanvers, MA 6pm. Danvers Rotary Pavilion, 978-777-0001 x3094.	M		W					M
North Reading Concert/BBQ SeriesNorth Reading, MA Wednesdays at 5-8pm. Ipswich River Park			W
Castle Hill Summer Picnic ConcertsIpswich, MA 7pm. Castle Hill, 978-356-4351 x4015.				R
Summer Concert Series at PeabodySalem, MA 3pm. 15 Peabody Street							S
Concerts at the ShellSalem, MA Tuesdays at 7-9pm. Salem Willows		T
Summer Concert Series at Soule HomesteadMiddleboro, MA Saturdays at 6pm. 46 Soule Street						S
Evenings Under the StarsHingham, MA Saturdays at 7pm. Not free. Carr Amphitheater, One Conservatory Drive						S
Summer Concerts at WeymouthWeymouth, MA Thursdays at 6:30pm. Ralph Talbot Amphitheatre, next to Town Hall				R
Plymouth Library Lawn ConcertPlymouth, MA Thursdays at 1-2pm.except 7/26, 2-3pm.				R		S
Summer Concert Series at Marshfield- “FinalizingMarshfield, MA Sundays at 6pm. Town Green or Proprietors Green							S
Summer Concert Series at DartmouthDartmouth, MA 6:30-8:30pm. Apponagansett Park			W
Foxboro Jaycees ConcertsFoxboro, MA Thursdays, except 6/11; 7-9pm. Foxboro Common				R
Westport Rivers Winery Concert SeriesWestport, MA 6-8pm. 417 Hixbridge Rd, 508-636-3423.					F
Musical Mondays at FeatherstoneMartha’s Vinyard, MA Mondays at 6:30pm. Featherstone	M							M
Sharon Bands Summer Concert SeriesSharon, MA Various times. Various Locations			W			S
Blackstone Valley Community Concert BandWorcester, MA Various times & locations. Various				R
Hopedale Summer Band Concert SeriesHopedale, MA Wednesdays at 7-9pm. Hopedale Town Park Bandstand, 508-473-8439.			W
Grille on the HillWorcester, MA Thursday at 6 – 8pm. Worcester Common, 508-799-1400 x3.				R
Sterling Summer ConcertsSterling, MA Mondays and Wednesdays at 6-8pm. Memorial Park	M		W					M
Alternatives’ Summer Concert SeriesWhitinsville, MA Thursdays at 6-8pm. Alternatives’ Whitin Mill Plaza, 50 Douglas Road, 508-266-6502.				R
Sunday Night Concerts at WestfieldWestfield, MA Sundays at 6-8pm. Stanley Park							S
Musical Moments In Amelia’s GardenWestfield, MA Tuesdays at 6:30pm. 21 South Broad Street		T
Easthampton Arts in the ParkEasthampton, MA Fridays 6:30-8pm. Millside Park, 2 Ferry St					F
Sunday Night ConcertsWestfield, MA 6-8pm. Beveridge Pavilion Annex, 413-568-9312 x100.							S
Concerts at Windsor LakeNorth Adams, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Windsor Lake, 413-664-6180.			W
Concerts at the ClarkWilliamstown, MA Tuesdays at 6pm (except 8/3, Sunday at 2pm). 225 South St., 413-458-2303.		T
Look Park ConcertsFlorence, MA 2014:Tuesdays at 10am. Pines Theater, Look Park, 413-584-5457.		T
Summer of Love ConcertsOnset, MA Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Onset Bandshell			W
Summer Concert Series – OstervilleOsterville, MA Thursdays at 6-7pm. Library Lawn				R
TDBank Summer Concerts- YarmouthWest Yarmouth, MA Mondays at 6-7:30pm. Bandstand at Parkers River Beach on South Shore Drive, 508-778-1008.	M							M
TDBank Summer Concerts – DennisDennis, MA Fridays at 6-7:30pm. Village Green					F
TDBank Summer Concerts – HarwichHarwich, MA Mondays at 6-7:30pm. Brooks Park Band Stand, Harwich Center, Oak St, 508-432-3622.	M							M
TDBank Summer Concerts – HyannisHyannis, MA Tue 6-7:30pm. Aselton Park		T
TDBank Summer Concerts – ChathamChatham, MA Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm. Kate Gould Park			W
Concerts in the Park at Buzzards BayBuzzards Bay, MA Thursdays at 6:30-8:30pm. Buzzards Bay Park at the Gazebo				R
TDBank Summer Concerts – MashpeeMashpee, MA Thursdays at 6:30-7:30pm. Mashpee Commons				R
TDBank Summer Concerts – Dennis PortSouth Yarmouth, MA Fridays at 6-7:30pm. Village Green					F
TDBank Summer Concerts – FalmouthFalmouth, MA Fridays at 6-7:30pm. Peg Noonan Park, Main St, 508-362-0066.					F
TDBank Summer Concerts – OrleansOrleans, MA Thursdays 6-7:30pm. Nauset Beach				R
Sundown Concerts at Fruitland MuseumsHarvard, MA Thursdays at 7:15pm. 102 Prospect Hill Road, 978-456-3924.				R
Concerts in the ParksGardner, MA Saturdays at 6pm. Monument Park						S
Library Summer Concert SeriesProvidence, RI Starts July 8th. Knight Memorial Library, 275 Elmwood Avenue, 401-467-2700.		T
Newport Music SeriesNewport, RI Different times, venues and $.					F
Friday Night Concert SeriesProvidence, RI Fridays 7:30pm. Waterplace Park					F
Apponaug Area Improvement Assoc. ConcertWarwick, RI Thursdays at 6:30-9pm. Warwick City Hall, 3275 Post Road				R
North Kingstown Concert SeriesNorth Kingstown, RI Tuesdays 7pm. Various		T
Downtown Sundown SeriesProvidence, RI 7-9:30pm. Roger Williams Natl Memorial, 282 North Main St						S
Monday Night Summer Concerts at Marina ParkSouth Kingstown, RI Mondays at 6:30pm. Marina Park	M							M
Family Night Concert SeriesNewport, RI Tuesdays at 6pm. Easton’s Beach, 401-845-5810.		T
Free Sunday Summer Concert SeriesSouth Kingstown, RI 2014:Sundays 6-7:30pm. Village Green							S
Summer Concert SeriesJamestown, RI Sundays at 6:30-8pm. Memorial Square, 401-423-7260.							S
Conventry Summer Night Concert SeriesCoventry, RI Sundays at 6pm. Paine Field, 1277 Main St							S
City Hall Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI Sundays at 6pm. City Hall Ampitheatre							S
Blues on the Beach & Monday Night JamsWesterly, RI Wenesdays & Mondays at 6pm. Westerly Town Beach, 365 Atlantic Avenue	M		W					M
Summer Concert Series at Warwick, RIWarwick, RI Wednesdays (except 8/2) at 6:30-8pm. Various parks, 401-738-2000 x6504.			W
Wakefield Concert Band Concert SeriesSouth Kingstown, RI 2014:Mondays at 6:30-7:30pm. Marina Park	M							M
Music All Around Town at Cranston, RICranston, RI 6:30pm. William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St		T		R
Slater Park Concert SeriesPawtucket, RI 6pm. Slater Park		T
Waterville Concert SeriesWaterville Valley, NH Various times. Various						S
Merrimack Concert AssociationMerrimack, NH Wednesdays at 6:30-8:30pm except 7/3. Abbie Griffin Park Bandstand			W
Concert Series on the GreenAmherst, NH Tuesdays at 7pm. Village Green		T
Henniker Summer Concert SeriesHenniker, NH 2014:Every Tuesday night at 7pm with a BONUS concert on THURSDAY JULY 17th AT 7:30pm. Bandstand, Community Park, Main St.		T
Saint-Gaudens Summer Concert SeriesCornish, NH Sundays at 2pm. Little Studio, Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site							S
Summer in the Street – PortsmouthPortsmouth, NH 5-9:30pm. Pleasant Street						S
Gilford Community Band Concert SeriesGilford, NH Wednesdays at 7:30pm (Except 8/23 at 8pm). Gilford Village Field Weeks Bandstand			W
Canobie Talent Search at Canobie Lake ParkSalem, NH no time listed. Canobie Lake Park, 603.893.3506.				R
Bandstand ConcertsHampton Falls, NH Wednesdays (except 9/1) at various times. Town Common			W
River House Restaurant Concert SeriesPortsmouth, NH 7pm. Prescot Park, Marcy St at Mechanic St, 603-436-2848.			W		F
Friends of Stark Park Concert SeriesManchester, NH Sundays 2-4pm.							S
Mondays on Lebanon CommonLebanon, NH Mondays at 7pm. Colburn Park	M							M
The Summer Music Series at The Governor’s InnRochester, NH various times. Rochester Common, 603-332-4120.				R	F	S	S
Sounds on the Souhegan Summer Concert SeriesMilford, NH Wednesdays at 7-8:30pm. Emerson Park			W
Savina Hartwell Memorial Free Summer ConcertTilton, NH Sundays at 6-8:30pm. Tilton lsland Park, 603-286-3000.							S
Cochecho Arts FestivalDover, NH various times. Henry Law Park		T	W		F
Sea Shell Stage at Hampton BeachHampton Beach, NH Everyday at 7pm.	M	T	W	R	F	S	S	M
Summer Concert SeriesHancock, NH Thursdays at 7-8:30pm. Gazebo, 603-525-4441.				R
Music by the Sea Outdoor Concert SeriesRye, NH Thursdays at 6pm. Seacoast Science Center, Rt 1A				R
Field of Dreams ConcertsSalem, NH Thursdays at 6:30pm & Saturdays at 2pm. Field of Dreams				R
Arts Jubilee at Cranmore ResortNorth Conway, NH Thursdays at various times. Cranmore Ski Resort				R
Ocean Beach Park Music SeriesNew London, CT Variety of cruise nights, magic, live music. Ocean Beach Park	M							M
Music on the GreenSouthington, CT Wednesdays at 7-9pm. Downtown Southington			W
Summer Concerts at IvesDanbury, CT various times. Ives Concert Park, 43 Lake Avenue Extension						S	S
Summer Concerts at the Sherman Green GazeboFairfield, CT various times. Sherman Green Gazebo			W	R			S
Music Under the StarsNorth Haven, CT Tuesdays at 7pm. North Haven Town Green, 203-331-4120.		T
Bloomfield Summer Concerts on the GreenBloomfield, CT Thursdays at 7pm. Bloomfield Town Hall Green, 860-243-2923.				R
City Center Concerts on the GreenDanbury, CT No time listed. CityCenter					F	S
Concerts in the ParkThompson, CT 7-8:30pm. Riverside Park					F
Manchster Bandshell SeriesManchester, CT 7pm.	M		W		F			M
Music Under the StarsNorth Haven, CT Tuesdays at 7pm. Town Green		T
Summer Concerts at TrumbullTrumbull, CT Tuesdays at 7pm. Town Hall Gazebo		T
Summer Concert Series at TorringtonTorrington, CT Tuesdays and Fridays at 7pm except for 8/16 (Saturday). Coe Memorial Park, Civic Center, 860-489-2274.		T			F
Summer SoundWaves Concert SeriesGroton, CT Thursday at 6 – 8pm. Esker Point Beach				R
Summer Nights by Harbor Lights Concert SeriesMilford, CT Fridays at 7pm. Rotary Pavilion at Fowler Field, 203-878-0681.					F
Summer Concert Series at ThomastonThomaston, CT Mondays at 7pm. Seth Thomas Park, South Main St	M							M
Norwalk Parks Concert ScheduleNorwalk, CT Fridays at 7pm. Calf Pasture Beach, 203-854-7806.					F
Summer Concert Series at the Veterans Memorial ParkWatertown, CT Wednesdays at 7pm. Veterans’ Memorial Park, 570 Nova Scotia Hill Road			W
Branford Jazz on the Green SeriesBranford, CT Thursdays at 6:30pm. Branford Town Green				R
Summer Concert Series at Unionville, CTUnionville, CT Thursdays at 7pm. Alice Clover Pinney Park, School St				R
Summer Concert Series at the Mill Pond Park GazeboNewington, CT Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30pm. Mill Pond Park				R
Summer Concert at Dickinson ParkNewtown, CT Tuesdays at 12:30pm. Dickinson Memorial Park		T
Summer Concert SeriesRocky Hill, CT Thursdays (except 8/6) at 6:30-8:30pm. Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, Elm Ridge Park, 860-258-2772.				R
Town Band ConcertsGlastonbury, CT Sundays at 7pm. Hubbard Green							S
Summer Music FestivalNew Britain, CT 7pm. Walnut Hill Park, Darius Miller Memorial Band Shell	M		W					M
Levitt PavilionWestport, CT 7:00pm. 40 Jesup Road				R		S	S
Woodbridge Summer Concert SeriesWoodbridge, CT 6-8pm. Gazebo, 4 Meetinghouse Lane		T
Summer Concert Series at BristolBristol, CT Tuesdays at 7-8:30pm. Rockwell Park		T
Twilight Concert SeriesNew Haven, CT Tuesdays at Various times. NMS Park of the Arts, 100 Audubon St		T
Hamden Summer Concert SeriesHamden, CT Fridays at 7:30pm. Torn Center Park					F
Twilight Lawn Concerts at Roseland CottageWoodstock, CT Fridays at 7pm. Roseland Cottage					F
Hamden Art Commission Free Summer Concert SeriesHamden, CT Fridays at 7:30pm. Town Center Park at Meadowbrook, 2761 Dixwell Ave, 203-287-2546.					F
Summer Music SundaysMystic, CT Sundays at 5pm.							S
Glastonbury Riverfront Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT 7-9pm. Riverfront Park			W
Twilight TunesWallingford, CT Wednesday at 7-9pm. Wallingford Parade Grounds			W
Summer “Best Bet” Music FestivalGlastonbury, CT Wednesdays at 7-8:30pm. Field behind the Riverfront Community Center on Welles Street			W
Concert on the Green at Windsor, CTWindsor, CT Thursdays at 7-9pm. Town Green				R
Summer Fun Free Concerts at MCCMansfield, CT Thursdays at 6:30. Community Center Green				R
Guilford Savings Bank Concert SeriesClinton, CT Thursdays at 6:30-8pm. Pierson School, Route 1., (860) 669-3889.				R
Concerts in the ParkEast Hartford, CT Thursdays at 6pm. Town Green, 1047 Main St				R
Davis Park Concert SeriesKillingly, CT Thursdays at 6pm. Davis Park				R
Kennebunk Weekly Concerts in the ParkKennebunk, ME Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm. Lafayette Park, Storer St.			W
Summer Concerts at Norcross PointWinthrop, ME no time listed yet. Off Bowdoin/Memorial							S
Yarmouth Summer Art SeriesYarmouth, ME Wednesdays at 6pm ; raindate is Thursday. Royal River Park			W
Summer Concert Series at Wells Harbor ParkWells, ME Saturdays at 6:30pm. Wells Harbor Park						S
Poland Spring Annual Summer Concert SeriesPoland Spring, ME Mondays (except 8/26) at 7pm. 37 Preservation Way	M							M
Mill Creek Park Summer ConcertsSouth Portland, ME Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Mill Creek Park, 207-767-7650.			W
York Beach Concert SeriesYork, ME 7-9pm. Ellis Park, York Beach, 207-363-1040.					F	S	S	M
Summer in the Parks ConcertsPortland, ME Wed.: Western Prom Park & Thurs.: Deering Oaks Park & Fort Sumner Park ; various times. Western Prom Park (mostly)			W	R
L.L. Bean Summer in the Park Concert SeriesFreeport, ME Saturdays (except 7/4) at 7:30pm. Discovery Park						S
Enosburgh Town Band TuesdaysEnosburgh, VT Tuesdays at 7:30-8:30pm. Lincoln park		T
Island Pond’s Friday Night LiveIsland Pond, VT 6-10pm. Pavilion Park					F

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