Events INSIDER: June 24-July 4, 2013

06/24/13 by
Johnny’s Picks
Cambridge City Dance Party
This is one event you cannot miss. I’ve been twice, since it’s one of my favorite events of the year!. It’s an outdoor block party with colored lights on City Hall. 7-11pm. Seriously, you really need to go to this! Cambridge City Dance Party Cambridge, MA, .
Opening Day at Frog Pond
Everyone can have fun and cool down under the 30-foot spray flume. Fun fun fun! 11am. Opening Day at Frog PondBoston Common Boston, MA, .
Boston Meatball Takedown
Meatballs, meatballs everywhere! For $15, eat all you can… Boston Meatball TakedownCenter for Arts at the Armory Somerville, MA, .
Boston Harborfest
Boston Harborfest always offers something interesting. The trick is to ignore the stuff that happens all year (like guided tours, whale watches, and museums) and go for the special stuff. Check out the detailed schedule for a full list of events. Meanwhile, look for highlights here on the blog! Boston HarborfestCity Hall Plaza, One City Hall Plaza Boston, MA, –.
Revere’s July 4th Celebration
Festival 10am. BBQ, games and more. Revere's July 4th CelebrationHill Park behind Fire Station, Park Ave Revere, MA, .
Vintage Baseball Tournament
Step into the 1860’s and watch a Civil War- era baseball game with original rules and uniforms. That is to say, baseball uniforms, not Civil War uniforms — although that WOULD be awesome. 11:30am. Vintage Baseball TournamentFort Warren Boston, MA, .
The Secret Lives of Fireflies
I did not know fireflies have secret lives. Explore their world and enjoy a beautiful evening. 8-9:30pm. The Secret Lives of FirefliesBroadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Natick, MA, .
Ice Cream Scoop-Ah-Bowl
For $5 you get to taste ice-cream samples from local parlours. Add $3 and you get an unlimited rides bracelet! 1-3pm. Ice Cream Scoop-Ah-BowlEndicot Park, Forest Street Danvers, MA, .
North Shore Pride Parade & Celebration
March with pride in the morning, then stay for the festival with live music. There will be an after party at a pub. 10am. North Shore Pride Parade & CelebrationSalem Common Salem, MA, .
Worcester Asian Festival
Celebrate all things Asian at this festival. There will be dances, costumes and hopefully food! 12-6pm. Worcester Asian FestivalItalian American Cultural Center Worcester, MA, .
Worcester Big Dipper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival
All-you-can-eat ice-cream. They’ll have live music, fire trucks, kids activities. $5. 10:30am-5:30pm. Worcester Big Dipper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream FestivalElm Park, Intersection of Rt. 9 & Park Ave Worcester, MA, .
Sturbridge, MA (Old Sturbridge Village)
Fireworks 6pm. Sturbridge, MA (Old Sturbridge Village)Old Sturbridge Village Sturbridge, MA, .
Yankee Engine-uity Steam Engine Show
There was a time when steam ruled the world. Enjoy antique engines, Tractors, Cars & Trucks. Yankee Engine-uity Steam Engine Show Orange, MA, –.
Yarmouth Summer Celebration
Cape Cod knows how to party! This 8-day long event boasts firework shows, stunt kites, sand sculptures made by pros, a fishing derby and much more. Yarmouth Summer CelebrationVarious Locations Yarmouth, MA, –.
Provincetown Portuguese Festival
Portugal is really cool, but kind of far away. This festival brings a bit of the country to America, with lots of fun events for everyone in P-town. If you’ve never visited, why not? If not now, when? Provincetown Portuguese FestivalVarious locations Provincetown, MA, –.
Prescott Park Arts Festival
This festival seems to have it all! There’s a Theatre Camp, live music, social games, food… It lasts a couple months, so you have plenty of time to do it all! Prescott Park Arts Festival Portsmouth, NH, –.
Summer Splash at Whales Tale
How about some live music, games and… a WATERPARK! Everything’s better when there are water slides involved. 10am. Summer Splash at Whales TaleWhale’s Tale Waterpark Lincoln, NH, .
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Outdoor movies!
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Independence Day: Boston Metro
Somerville Family Fun Day
This Family Fun day includes a watermelon eating contest, a free BBQ and activities for everyone. Sounds fun! 12pm. Somerville Family Fun DayTrum Field Somerville, MA, .
Somerville Fireworks
Somerville celebrates the 4Th of July with fireworks! 6pm. Somerville FireworksTrum Field Somerville, MA, .
Lexington Lions Club Carnival & Fireworks
OK, here we have an Independence Day 5-day carnival, with fireworks on July 3rd. Right on! Fireworks 7/3 after sunset. Lexington Lions Club Carnival & FireworksHastings Park, Massachusetts Ave at Worthern Ave Lexington, MA, –.
Arlington, MA
10:30pm. Arlington, MARobbins Farm Park Arlington, MA, .
Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular
7/3 Concert 7:30pm 7/4 concert & Fireworks 7:30pm. Boston Pops Fireworks SpectacularDCR Hatch Shell on the Esplanade Boston, MA, –.
Boston, MA: Rent a canoe for fireworks
Concert 7:30pm, Fireworks 9:30pm. Boston, MA: Rent a canoe for fireworksTwo places Boston, MA, .
Burlington, MA
10:30am. Burlington, MABurlington Common Burlington, MA, .
Waltham, MA
7/4 10-2pm at Prospect Hill Park there will be a family event featuring free children’s rides, pony rides, animal shows, music and 7/5 5:30 concert followed by fireworks at 9:30pm. Waltham, MAProspect Hill Park Waltham, MA, –.
Melrose, MA
Bike & carriage parade 10:30am. Kids activities, Balloon Animals, Magic Tricks. Melrose, MACommon Park Melrose, MA, .
Newton, MA
Parade 10 am, several family events through the day and fireworks 9pm. Newton, MAHalloran Field & Sports Complex, Albemarle Rd. Newton, MA, .
Winthrop, MA
dusk. Winthrop, MAHarbor Winthrop, MA, .
Independence Day: Metro West
Bedford, MA
11am No fireworks. Bedford, MASprings Brook Park Bedford, MA, .
Sudbury, MA
Last year parade started at 1pm. Rain or shine. Sudbury, MASudbury Town Hall Sudbury, MA, .
Harvard, MA
Enjoy live music and then stay for the fireworks. 9:15pm. Harvard, MAFruitlands Museum Harvard, MA, .
Sharon, MA
Celebrate The Fourth of July with fireworks. Also, during this festival: Food trucks, dinner by the lake. 9:30pm. Sharon, MALake Massapoag Sharon, MA, .
Franklin 4th of July Celebration
Ok, there won’t be fireworks In Franklin this year, but they will have a float parade! No fireworks this year! Franklin 4th of July CelebrationAll over Franklin, MA, –.
Lincoln, MA
Kids parade 10 am. BBQ, concert and fireworks 7pm. Raindate 7/5. Lincoln, MAField behind the Codman Pool Lincoln, MA, .
Milford, MA
Yeah, that’s about it. Fireworks at the park, maybe there will be some food? 10pm. Rain date 7/5. Milford, MAPlains Park Milford, MA, .
Needham, MA
Fireworks 7/3, then road race, parade, festival 7/4! Run by Exchange Club, not town hall. Needham, MAHigh School Needham, MA, –.
Stoughton, MA
9pm. Stoughton, MAWest School Complex Stoughton, MA, .
Walpole, MA
Walpole celebrates July 4th with fireworks! Join the fun. 9:30pm. Walpole, MAJoe Morgan Field Walpole, MA, .
July 4Th Fireworks
Family fun Time 3pm. Concert 6:30pm Fireworks at dusk. July 4Th FireworksNARA Park, off Route 27 Acton, MA, .
Canton, MA
Fireworks 5pm-10pm. Canton, MAIrish Cultural Centre Canton, MA, .
Concord, MA, Picnic in the Park
10am Kids parade 11:30am. Concord, MA, Picnic in the ParkEmerson Field, Everett Street Concord, MA, .
Natick, MA
Parade 9am. Natick, MA Natick, MA, .
Norwood, MA
Wellesley College Concert 3pm. Norwood, MAThe Common Norwood, MA, .
Fitchburg Civic Days
Fitchburg celebrates Independence Day for 6 days! There will be a parade, fireworks and much more. Fitchburg Civic DaysSt. Bernard’s Elementary School Fitchburg, MA, –.
Independence Day: Lowell
Fun On The Fourth
There won’t be a carnival this year, but the rest of the activities are still happening. Fun On The FourthTown Common, Church St. Wilmington, MA, –.
Methuen, MA
Celebrate Independence day at Methuen with a musically coordinated fireworks show! That sounds cool! 6pm. Methuen, MANicholson Stadium Methuen, MA, .
Andover, MA
7/3 Fireworks at dusk 7/4 Horribles Parade 10am. Andover, MAAndover High School Andover, MA, –.
Tewksbury, MA
At risk, not enough funds yet. Tewksbury, MALivingston Street Recreation Area Tewksbury, MA, .
Lawrence, MA
Festival 6pm. Fireworks right after. Raindate 7/5. Lawrence, MAVeterans Memorial Stadium Lawrence, MA, .
Chelmsford July 4th Parade
Watch fully dressed Minutemen march at this parade. 10am. Chelmsford July 4th ParadeThe Common Chelmsford, MA, .
Independence Day: North Shore
July 4th and Horribles Parade
Beverly celebrates Independence Day for a whole week! There will be a parade, fireworks and even softball games. July 4th and Horribles ParadeWest Beach Beverly, MA, –.
Danvers, MA Fireworks
Festival 6pm. Fireworks:10:30pm. Danvers, MA FireworksPlains Park, Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers, MA, .
Danvers, MA Horribles Parade
Parade starts at 9am. Danvers, MA Horribles ParadeSeaboard Products, Beachwood St at Collins St Danvers, MA, .
Salem, MA
Pre concert activities 4pm, concert + fireworks 7:15pm. Salem, MADerby Wharf Salem, MA, .
Salisbury Beach, MA
Campfire sing-along 7pm. Fireworks at 10pm. Salisbury Beach, MASalisbury Beach Salisbury Beach, MA, .
Two Town 4th Celebration – Hamilton / Wenham
Ceremony 12:15pm. Two Town 4th Celebration - Hamilton / WenhamMethodist Church to Patton Park, Rt 1 Wenham, MA, .
Manchester, MA
Parade 7/4 10am. Manchester, MAAll over Manchester, MA, –.
Gloucester, MA – July 4 and Horribles Parade
7/3 fireworks 9:30pm, 7/4 parade at 10am and 6pm. Gloucester, MA - July 4 and Horribles ParadeGloucester Harbor Gloucester, MA, –.
Lynn Fireworks
fireworks at 9pm. Lynn FireworksRed Rock Park Lynn, MA, .
Nahant, MA
Fireworks 9pm Raindate 7/5. Nahant, MANahant Beach Nahant, MA, .
North Reading, MA
12-10pm. Festival, then fireworks. Run by Committee, not town hall. North Reading, MAIpswich River Park North Reading, MA, –.
Rockport Independence Day Celebrations
7/3 Fireworks 9:30pm; 7/4 several events including a bonfire! Rockport Independence Day Celebrations Rockport, MA, –.
Rockport Fireman’s Parade
Parade 6pm. Rockport Fireman's ParadeRockport High School Rockport, MA, .
Swampscott, MA
Fireworks at dusk. Swampscott, MA Swampscott, MA, .
Fireworks & Harbor Illumination
Fireworks 8:45pm. Fireworks & Harbor IlluminationMarblehead Marblehead, MA, .
Independence Day: South Shore
Brockton Fair
Brockton fair is really impressive. They have 5 nights of fireworks! Also: Demolition derby, petting farm, magic show, motorcycle races, white bengal tiger exhibits and much more. Brockton FairBrockton Fairgrounds, Rt 123 Brockton, MA, –.
Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
Parade 9:30am Fireworks 9:30pm. Independence Day Parade & FireworksPlymouth Waterfront! Plymouth, MA, .
Braintree July 4th Celebration
Celebrate July 4Th with a parade, fireworks and tractor rides! Fun for everyone! 11:45am. Braintree July 4th CelebrationAll over Braintree, MA, .
Bridgewater, MA Arts & Music Festival
Parade 10am Festival right after. Bridgewater, MA Arts & Music FestivalBridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA, .
Duxbury, MA
Parade 2pm. Duxbury, MAHalls Corner Duxbury, MA, .
Hingham’s Fourth of July
Hingham celebrates the Fourth of July with fireworks, a parade & much more. Stars and Stripes forever! Parade on 6/30. Hingham's Fourth of JulyAll over Hingham, MA, –.
Weymouth, MA
Live entertainment 5pm. Fireworks: 9:30pm. Weymouth, MAGeorge Lane Beach Weymouth, MA, .
Independence Day: Southeast Mass
Taunton, MA
Tauton’s July 4Th celebration with fireworks, on June 28Th. 6pm. Taunton, MAHopewell Park, Hamilton St. Taunton, MA, .
Old Home Day
Old Home Day features more than 25 different events. Includes live music, BBQs, workshops and much more. Old Home DaySpalding Field Carlisle, MA, –.
Kayak to the Fireworks
Watch the fireworks from a kayak! 7:30pm. Kayak to the FireworksIsland Spirit Kayak, Edgartown Oak Bluffs Road Edgartown, MA, .
New Bedford, MA
Fireworks 9pm. New Bedford, MANew Bedford Harbor New Bedford, MA, .
Foxboro, MA
Fireworks 9pm. Foxboro, MAPatriot Place Foxboro, MA, .
Fairhaven, MA
Parade 9:30am. Fairhaven, MACushman Park Fairhaven, MA, .
Attleboro, MA – Attleboro Kidz 4th Fun!
Kids parade 10am. Festival right after. Attleboro, MA - Attleboro Kidz 4th Fun!Poncin-Hewitt complex Attleboro, MA, .
Middleborough, MA Carnival
Carnival all week. Fireworks 7/4 at dusk. Middleborough, MA CarnivalPierce Park Middleborough, MA, –.
Independence Day: Worcester
Worcester: Independence Day Celebration, Concert & Fireworks
8pm. Worcester: Independence Day Celebration, Concert & FireworksCristoforo Columbo Park, (East Park) Worcester, MA, .
Spencer Family Fun Day and Fireworks
This is a Fire truck parade at noon, then a carnival with a dunk tank and lots of fun events. Fireworks at night 12pm. Live music 8pm, and fireworks at 9:30pm! Spencer Family Fun Day and FireworksSpencer Fairgrounds Spencer, MA, .
Webster, MA
Festival 12pm. Fireworks 9pm. Webster, MAMemorial Beach Webster, MA, .
Worcester, MA
Park opens 6pm. Flag raising 7:45pm. Concert 8pm. Firworks 9:30pm. Worcester, MAEast Park, Shrewsbury St Worcester, MA, .
Millbury Bicentennial Fireworks
9:30pm. Millbury Bicentennial FireworksWindle Field Millbury, MA, –.
Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks
Concert 7pm. Fireworks 9pm. Fourth of July Concert & FireworksHigh School Bellingham, MA, .
Rutland, MA
7/3 Fireworks 9:20pm 7/4 Parade 1pm. Rutland, MAVarious Locations Rutland, MA, –.
Shrewsbury, MA
12-1pm. Shrewsbury, MADean Park Shrewsbury, MA, .
Cars of Summer Show
7/3 Fireworks 8pm. Cars of Summer ShowGreen Hill Park Worcester, MA, –.
Independence Day: Springfield
Monson Summerfest
Monson Summerfest is packed fun events: Muscle car show, a parade, fireworks displays, and much more. Parade on 6/22. Monson SummerfestQuarry Hill Community School Monson, MA, –.
Independence Celebration
What? Cher, Neil Diamond and Whitney Houston together? It’s possible at this tribute concert, that ends with fireworks at dusk. 5pm. Independence CelebrationGrenville Park Ware, MA, .
Chicopee Fest-Of-All
I list tons of festivals so I’m not impressed easily. This one I’m impressed by! They have a vintage baseball game, kids karaoke ‘idol’ competition, a car & motorcycle show, and fireworks! Chicopee Fest-Of-All Chicopee, MA, –.
Easthampton Spirit Fireworks Extravaganza
Hot-air balloon rides, live music and fireworks at dusk. Join the July 4Th celebrations! 5pm. Easthampton Spirit Fireworks ExtravaganzaDaley Field Easthampton, MA, .
Independence Day Celebration
Festival 6pm Fireworks at dusk. Independence Day CelebrationOld Sturbridge Village Sturbridge, MA, .
Amherst, MA (and Hadley, MA)
5-10pm. Hot air balloon rides, live music, festival events, & fireworks at 9:30pm. Amherst, MA (and Hadley, MA)McGuirk Alumni Stadium, UMass Campus Amherst, MA, .
Holyoke Fireworks
Fireworks 6pm. Holyoke FireworksHolyoke Community College Holyoke, MA, .
4th of July Parade
2013 Parade 10am. Three years ago they had fireworks the night before at the high school, but I couldn’t find the listing this year for that. 4th of July ParadeHigh School Athletic Fields East Longmeadow, MA, .
South Hadley, MA
Fireworks 7/3 raindate 7/5 No specific time, but surely at dusk. South Hadley, MAMichael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley, MA, .
The Commodores at Star Spangled Springfield
8pm. The Commodores at Star Spangled SpringfieldRiverfront Park Springfield, MA, .
Independence Day: Berkshires
Pittsfield, MA
Parade 10am. Pittsfield, MATown-wide Pittsfield, MA, .
North Adams, MA
Fireworks 9:30pm. North Adams, MAJoe Wolfe Field North Adams, MA, .
Fourth of July Celebration – Lenox, MA
BBQ 1-5pm, with outdoor theatre reading of the Declaration of Independence 3pm. Fourth of July Celebration - Lenox, MATina Packer Playhouse Lenox, MA, .
Independence Day: Cape Cod
Nantucket, MA
Fireworks 9pm. Nantucket, MAEnd of Bathing Beach Road Nantucket, MA, .
Edgartown, MA
Parade 5pm. Then 9pm fireworks in the harbor. Edgartown, MAEdgartown Harbor Edgartown, MA, .
Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks
Parade 11 am, Fireworks dusk. Fourth of July Parade and FireworksEast End, Harbor Hotel Provincetown, MA, .
Bourne, MA
10am. Bourne, MAMain Street Bourne, MA, .
Chatham, MA
9:30am. Chatham, MAMain Street Chatham, MA, .
Falmouth, MA
Fireworks at dusk. Falmouth, MAFalmouth Heights Beach Falmouth, MA, –.
Mashpee, MA
5pm. Mashpee, MAMashpee High School, 500 Old Barnstable Rd, Mashpee MA Mashpee, MA, .
Provincetown, MA
11am. Provincetown, MACape Inn Provincetown, MA, .
Sandwich, MA
Parade 10am. Sandwich, MAAll over Sandwich, MA, .
Barnstable, MA
Town parade 4 pm Boat parade 1:15pm. Barnstable, MALewis Bay Barnstable, MA, .
Orleans, MA
Parade 10am. Orleans, MAEldredge Park Way Orleans, MA, .
Harwich, MA
BBQ, Live Music, Children’s Activities, and Spectacular Fireworks. 6pm. Harwich, MAWequasset Resort Harwich, MA, .
Walking tour of Falmouth
10am $5. Walking tour of FalmouthFalmouth Museums on the Green Falmouth, 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, , –.
Dances by Isadora
Dances by Isadora presents us with dances from 1910. Interesting, indeed. 12pm. Dances by IsadoraSeven Hills Park (Behind Holland Street T Entrance, along bike path),Davis Sq. Somerville, MA, .
Vital: A Festival of Storytellers and Playwrights
This is a 9-day festival of storytelling, theatre and playwriting. Check their website to find out more about specific events. Vital: A Festival of Storytellers and PlaywrightsThe Charlestown Working Theatre Charlestown, MA, –.
Boston Jerkfest
Fan of spicy food? Then you should come to Boston JerkFest. There will be live entertainment too! Boston JerkfestBenjamin Franklin Institute Boston, MA, .
Pier Madness
This event includes: Live Band, New England Style Food, Open Bar Beer and Wine, Silent Auction, Lawn Games. The whole package! 6pm-10pm. Pier MadnessPier 4/ Charlestown Navy Yard Boston, MA, .
Sunset Clambake on Spectacle Island
For $80, ride a ferry to the Boston Harbor Islands, enjoy a beautiful sunset and eat tasty dishes prepared right there for you. There are also children’s and vegetarian options, which are cheaper. Thursday and Fridays. Sunset Clambake on Spectacle IslandSpectacle Island Boston, MA, –.
Miata Day at Larz Anderson Museum
Miata Day is the most colorful show of the whole lawn event season! Larz Anderson is a world class museum, and it’s just around the corner! Miata Day at Larz Anderson Museum Brookline, MA, .
Roxbury International Film Festival
The Roxbury Film Festival is not only about watching flicks in the dark. It features workshops and youth programs. Most of the directors and actors are local, so they might show up. Roxbury International Film FestivalVarious Boston, MA, –.
The Dark Side of Boston – Walking Tour
Boston has a history that includes murder and death. Be prepared to learn about the creepiest stuff that has happened here. 6pm every Friday, Saturday, Sunday through Halloween. The Dark Side of Boston - Walking TourHanover St at Cross St Boston, MA, –.
Cupcake Camp Boston
This time, it’s all about cupcakes. Eat, bake or play at this fun event. Cupcake Camp BostonHodgkins-Curtin Park, Holland Street Somerville, MA, .
Birds of Prey
How about getting close to a few owls, hawks, falcons and vultures? 3pm. Birds of PreyGore Place Waltham, MA, .
Folk Dancing by the Fountain
Give Folk dance a chance. They’re fun and easy to pick up. This participatory event is all about having fun. Every Tuesday 7:30-9:30 pm in Harvard Square. Also Tuesdays in Copley Square. Folk Dancing by the FountainCopley Square Boston, MA, –.
Scavenger Hunt: Where The Boston Tea Party Began
This scavenger hunt is both fun and informative. LEarn more about The Boston Tea Party. 9:30am. Scavenger Hunt: Where The Boston Tea Party BeganOld South Meeting House Boston, MA, .
Benjamin Franklin in Boston: A Walking Tour
What about Benjamin Franklin? Why doesn’t he get a national holiday? It’s his birthday this week and the local Boston walking tour company does a special tour for him during Harborfest. 3pm on both 7/4 and 7/7. Benjamin Franklin in Boston: A Walking TourMeet at School St & Washington St Boston, MA, .
Bill Feeney 5K
10am. Bill Feeney 5KSpence Farm Woburn, MA, .
Nantucket Film Festival
Hosted by Ophira Eisenberg, this festival brings some great flicks. but still, why would you want to sit in the dark on *Nantucket* in the summer? 10-6pm. Nantucket Film Festival Nantucket, MA, –.
SandwichFest
This one has a Dog Costume Parade and the Best Sandwich in Sandwich contest. Sounds fun, and tasty! 10am – 4pm. SandwichFestMain Street Sandwich, MA, .
Kayak Poker Run & Boat Show
Who’d say cards and water played along well? With a bit of luck you might get $250! 9am. Kayak Poker Run & Boat ShowShell Point Beach Onset, MA, .
Trumbull Day
The days starts with a carnival and games, but ends with a huge fireworks display! 11am. Trumbull DayWestfield Trumbull Trumbull, CT, .
Barnum Festival Skyblast Party
OK, a skyblast party sounds like fireworks to me. The name does not matter, it’s still going to be fun! 7pm. Barnum Festival Skyblast PartyTBA Bridgeport, CT, .
New England Summer Nationals
The downside to this massive car show is that you have to hang out with people who are there to see a Playboy model, but the good news is you get to hang out with people who want to meet Batman and see the batmobile! New England Summer NationalsThompson International Speedway Thompson, CT, –.
Danvers Family Festival
Danvers becomes a place full of fun from 6/15 through 7/3. There are a lot of interesting events such as karaoke shows, Danvers Idol and much more. Find them all and enjoy! Danvers Family FestivalVarious Locations Danvers, MA, –.
St. Peter’s Fiesta Carnival
If you’ve had enough of July 4Th events, come to this festival taking place in Gloucester. There’s going to be a boat race! St. Peter's Fiesta CarnivalSt Peter’s Square Gloucester, MA, –.
Amesbury Days
Amesbury Days brings a car show, a block party and a farmers market together. There are lots of other fun events too. Amesbury DaysAll over Amesbury, MA, –.
Fiesta Five Road Race
Run across town, in the name of St. Peter! Yeah, a bit too religious but c’mon, racing is always fun. 6:30pm. Fiesta Five Road Race Gloucester, MA, .
Salisbury Beach Sand and Sea Festival, with Pirates!
Fun beach activities all day long, then a spectacular fireworks show. It does not get better than this. 2013:. Salisbury Beach Sand and Sea Festival, with Pirates!Salisbury Beach Salisbury Beach, MA, –.
Sadie Hawkins Road Race
At this 1.8 mile road race, women will chase men. Sounds familiar, huh? 9:30am. Sadie Hawkins Road RaceLower Millyard Amesbury, MA, .
Marblehead Festival of Arts
This arts festival comes with a sand sculpting competition and a film festivall! Marblehead Festival of ArtsAll over Marblehead, MA, –.
Zoobilee: Feast with the Beasts
Can I sit next to the tiger? No? Enjoy the zoo after hours and have a nice dinner. It’s for charity. 7pm. Zoobilee: Feast with the Beasts Providence, RI, .
Strawberry Thanksgiving Festival
Learn how to make strawberry jelly and jam. Also, a stomp dance show and a football game! 10am. Strawberry Thanksgiving FestivalPlymouth Plantation Plymouth, MA, .
Halifax in Lights
Celebrate The Fourth of July in Halifax. There will be a small parade, a bike/scooter/doll carriage decorating contest and outdoor film screening at dusk. 12pm. Halifax in LightsTown Green Halifax, MA, .
The GREAT Duck Race
Put rubber ducks in a pond and see which one floats to victory. 7:30pm. The GREAT Duck RaceFultons Pond Mansfield, 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, –.
Vermont Summer Festival Horse Show
Wow! This is a full six weeks of Top Equestrian Competition! Watch beautiful horses racing and jumping! Vermont Summer Festival Horse ShowGreen Mountains East Dorset, VT, –.
Alice’s Wonderland: A Most Curious Adventure
Go down the rabbit hole from May 19 through September 1 in this awesome Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland expo. Alice's Wonderland: A Most Curious AdventureEcoTarium Worcester, MA, –.
Performance
Polishing Stones by Kelley Donovan & Dancers
This dance performance explores concepts of transformation, creation and destruction. Performers range in age from 10 to 76. Polishing Stones by Kelley Donovan & DancersCalderwood Pavilion at the BCA Boston, MA, –.
EgoArt, Inc. and Weber Dance
Enjoy different dance pieces by two experienced dance companies. 8:30pm. EgoArt, Inc. and Weber DanceBank of America Parking Lot, Davis Square Somerville, MA, .
Independence Day: Rhode Island
Bristol 4th of July
This is the oldest July 4th celebration in America. There will be a carnival, Drum & Bugle Corps Competition and a Ball. Visit their website for a list of all events. Bristol 4th of JulyBristol Town Common Bristol, RI, –.
Bristol Fourth of July Celebration
Every year, Bristol puts together a big festival to celebrate the Fourth of July. There are concerts, fireworks, a parade and much more. You should come to this one! Parade 7/4 10:30am. Bristol Fourth of July CelebrationMt. Hope High School Bristol, RI, –.
Warwick, RI
Fireworks 9pm. Warwick, RICity Park Warwick, RI, .
Fourth of July Fireworks
9:30pm. Fourth of July FireworksEscobar’s Farm Portsmouth, RI, .
Bristol Fireworks
9:30pm. Bristol Fireworks Bristol, RI, .
Bristol’s Fourth of July Parade
10:30am. Bristol's Fourth of July ParadeChestnut Street and Hope Street Bristol, RI, .
Independence Day Beach Ball
7pm, $135. Independence Day Beach BallOcean House Watch Hill, RI, .
Independence Day Clambake
6:30pm. Independence Day ClambakeOcean House Watch Hill, RI, .
Independence Day Fireworks
9pm. Independence Day FireworksOakland Beach Seawall Warwick, RI, .
Arnold Mills Parade
Parade 11 am. Arnold Mills Parade Cumberland, RI, .
Block Island, RI (New Shoreham)
9pm. Block Island, RI (New Shoreham)Cresent Beach Block Island, RI, .
Ancient and Horribles Parade
4pm. Ancient and Horribles ParadeMain Street Glocester, RI, .
4th of July Road Races
9am. 4th of July Road RacesChepachet Union Church Glocester, RI, .
Narragansett, RI – Beach Party!
Beach Party starts at noon, then live music 5pm, fireworks 9pm. Narragansett, RI - Beach Party!Town Beach Narragansett, RI, .
North Kingstown, RI
Fireworks 9:15pm. North Kingstown, RITown Beach, Beach St North Kingstown, RI, .
Hope Jackson Block Party – Fireworks
Fireworks at dusk. Hope Jackson Block Party - FireworksHope Park Scituate, RI, .
July 4th Celebration
5pm. July 4th CelebrationOld Mountain Field Wakefield, RI, .
South Kingstown, RI
Family activities 5pm, concert 6 pm and fireworks at dusk. South Kingstown, RIOld Mountain Field South Kingstown, RI, .
Providence, RI
9:15pm. Providence, RIIndia Point Park Providence, RI, .
Bristol Fourth of July Ball
Ball 5:30pm. Bristol Fourth of July BallHerreshoff Tent, Hope Street Bristol, RI, .
Independence Day: Connecticut
Mozart in the Moonlight
An outdoor concert that ends with a fireworks show. That’s what summer is all about! Concert 7:30pm, then fireworks. Mozart in the MoonlightPerforming Arts Center at Simsbury Meadows Simsbury, CT, .
Fireworks!
OK this event sounds for kids only, but fireworks don’t care if the audience is all grown up. Come to this one! Kids show at 8pm, then fireworks! Fireworks!Ocean Beach Park New London, CT, .
4th of July Parade
10am. 4th of July ParadeIvoryton Green Essex, CT, .
The 2013 CLOA Fireworks Display
Join the fun and celebrate July 4Th in Briston, there will be fireworks! 9pm by the Cedar Lake Owners Association. Rain date 6/30. The 2013 CLOA Fireworks DisplayCedar Lake Owners Association Bristol, CT, .
Summer Concert Series Fireworks
A military choir usually performs during this celebration, but not this time due to budget cuts. Fireworks still happening. 6pm DJ and a small choir with patriotic songs. Summer Concert Series FireworksTown Center Park Hamden, CT, .
Barnum Fireworks
Everyone, come to Seaside Park, there will be fireworks! 9:30pm. Barnum FireworksSeaside Park, Marina Park Cir Bridgeport, CT, .
Westport, CT
Fireworks at dusk. Rain date 7/5. Westport, CTCompo Beach Westport, CT, .
Meridien, CT
Fireworks at dusk. Meridien, CTHubbard Park Meriden, CT, .
Mystic, CT – Mystic Seaport
Picnic and heatrical performances. 9:00am-5pm. Mystic, CT - Mystic SeaportMystic Seaport Mystic, CT, .
Middlebury, CT
‘3D’ Fireworks just means regular fireworks, but if you want to wear 3D glasses to make it more 1960s, you can. At dusk. Middlebury, CTLake Quassapaug, Rt. 64 (2132 Middlebury Road) Middlebury, CT, .
East Haven Fireworks & Beach Party
noon, fireworks 9pm. East Haven Fireworks & Beach Party East Haven, CT, .
New Haven, CT
Festival 4pm w/concert, tours, and fireworks 9pm. New Haven, CTEast Rock Park New Haven, CT, .
Stratford, CT
concert 7pm. Fireworks 9pm. Stratford, CTShort Beach Park Stratford, CT, .
Westbrook, CT (Water’s Edge Resort and Spa)
2pm. Westbrook, CT (Water's Edge Resort and Spa)Water’s Edge Resort and Spa Westbrook, CT, .
Fairfield, CT
Festival 5pm. Fireworks 9pm. Fairfield, CTJennings Beach Fairfield, CT, .
Chester, CT
Road race 9am. Chester, CTMain Street Chester, CT, .
Norwalk, CT
Walking Tour 12pm. Norwalk, CTMill Hill Historic Park Norwalk, CT, .
Washington, CT (and Washington Depot, CT)
Picnic 3pm Gates close 8:45pm Fireworks 9:30pm. Washington, CT (and Washington Depot, CT)Shepaug Valley School, South Street Washington, CT, .
Middletown, CT
Concert 6pm, Fireworks 9:30pm. Middletown, CTCity Hall Middletown, CT, .
Shelton, CT
Concert 7pm, then fireworks. Shelton, CTShelton Veterans Riverwalk Park Shelton, CT, .
Kent, CT
Bell Ringing Ceremony 2pm. Kent, CTEric Sloane Museum & Kent Iron Furnace Kent, CT, .
Woodstock, CT – Fourth of July Jamboree
11am. Woodstock, CT - Fourth of July JamboreeEast Woodstock Congregational Church Woodstock, CT, .
Groton, CT
Parade 10am. Groton, CTRoute 1 Groton, CT, .
Dayville, CT (and Killingly, CT, Danielson, CT)
6pm. Dayville, CT (and Killingly, CT, Danielson, CT)Owen Bell Park Dayville, CT, .
Litchfield, CT
Pet Parade 2pm Festival right after. Litchfield, CTThe Green Litchfield, CT, .
Independence Day Celebration
Festival 9am. Independence Day CelebrationVillage Green Mystic, CT, .
Naugatuck, CT
Festival 6pm. Fireworks 9:15pm. Naugatuck, CTMaple Street Naugatuck, CT, .
New Canaan, CT
Festival 5pm. Fireworks at dusk. New Canaan, CTWaverly Park New Canaan, CT, .
Oxford, CT
Couldn’t confirm, but previously Firemen’s carnival, Fireworks. Oxford, CTQuaker Farms School Oxford, CT, .
Rowayton, CT
Fireworks 9:15pm. Rowayton, CTBayley Beach and Pinkney Park Rowayton, CT, .
Vernon, CT (and Rockville, CT)
No time listed on site. Vernon, CT (and Rockville, CT)Henry Park and Downtown Rockville Vernon, CT, .
Weston, CT
Kids race 10am BBQ 5pm. Fireworks 9:20pm. Weston, CTWeston Middle School Weston, CT, .
W.I.L.I. Fourth of July Boom Box Parade
11am. W.I.L.I. Fourth of July Boom Box ParadeJillson Square Willimantic, CT, .
New Britain, CT – The Great American BOOM
Concert 5pm Fireworks 9:15pm. New Britain, CT - The Great American BOOMStanley Quarter Park New Britain, CT, .
Madison, CT
Parade 11am. Madison, CTSuper Stop and Shop Madison, CT, .
Independence Day: New Hampshire
Jackson Village Fireworks
July 4Th Fireworks in Jackson. Ice cream, popcorn, glow necklaces and more! 9pm. Jackson Village FireworksJackson Village Jackson, NH, .
Independence Day Fireworks
8pm. Independence Day FireworksDublin Lake (off Route 101 & Lake Road) Dublin, NH, .
Gilmanton 4th of July
10am. Gilmanton 4th of JulySouth on Route 107 Gilmanton, NH, .
Old Timers Fair
10am. Old Timers Fair Hanover, NH, .
Windham Fireworks
Fireworks 9:15pm. Windham FireworksWindham High School Windham, NH, .
Lincoln, NH (and Woodstock, NH)
Parade 2pm, Concert 7pm, then Fireworks at dusk. Lincoln, NH (and Woodstock, NH)Kancamagus Recreation Area Lincoln, NH, .
Waterville Valley, NH
Concert 6:30pm Fireworks 9:30pm. Waterville Valley, NHTown Square Waterville Valley, NH, .
Bretton Woods, NH
5 days of historical reenactments, fireworks and more. Bretton Woods, NHMount Washington Hotel Bretton Woods, NH, –.
Salem, NH – Canobie Lake Park
Fireworks 9:30pm. Salem, NH - Canobie Lake ParkCanobie Lake Park Salem, NH, –.
Keene, NH
game at 6:30pm, followed by fireworks. Keene, NHKeene Swamp Bats Keene, NH, .
Manchester, NH
Entertainment prior to fireworks at 9:00pm. Manchester, NHArms Park Manchester, NH, .
Sanbornton, NH – Steele Hill Resort
BBQ and fireworks at dusk. Sanbornton, NH - Steele Hill ResortSteele Hill Resort Sanbornton, NH, .
Portsmouth, NH – An American Celebration
10-5pm. Portsmouth, NH - An American CelebrationStrawberry Banke Museum Portsmouth, NH, .
Amherst, NH
7/3 Fireworks at dusk, 7/4 parade 10am. Amherst, NHSouthegan High School Amherst, NH, –.
Bartlett, NH
11am. Bartlett, NHMain Street Bartlett, NH, .
Concord, NH
Fireworks at dusk. Concord, NHMemorial Field Concord, NH, .
Milton, NH
live music, free strawberry shortcake, tours by costumed guides. 10am. Milton, NHNH Farm Museum Milton, NH, .
Merrimack, NH
Parade 1pm, fireworks 9pm. Merrimack, NHCommons/Merrimack High School Merrimack, NH, .
Lebanon, NH
Fireworks 9:30pm. Lebanon, NHColburn Park/Storrs Hill Ski Area Lebanon, NH, .
Rochester, NH – Journey Church
Warning! This festival is run by a church and the live music is all Christian. Then fireworks in the evening. Rochester, NH - Journey ChurchRochester Fairgrounds Rochester, NH, .
Salem, NH
Entertainment 5 pm, Fireworks 9:30pm. Salem, NHTown Common Salem, NH, .
Ashland, NH
Parade 10am. Ashland, NHL. W. Packard Ballfield, Main Street Ashland, NH, .
Bradford, NH
Celebrations all over the place, no actual times listed. Bradford, NHTown wide Bradford, NH, .
Brentwood, NH
Parade 10am. Brentwood, NHSwasey School Brentwood, NH, .
Canaan Fair Speedway
Monster truck races and Fireworks at dusk. Canaan Fair SpeedwayCanaan Fair Speedway Canaan, NH, .
Moultonborough, NH
Parade 11 am, fireworks at dusk in Center Harbor. Moultonborough, NHBlake Road Moultonborough, NH, .
Claremont, NH
Fireworks at dusk. Claremont, NHMonadnock Park Claremont, NH, .
North Conway, NH
Ceremony 3:45pm Fireworks 9:30pm. North Conway, NHSchouler Park North Conway, NH, .
4th of July Celebration in Schouler Park
3:45pm. 4th of July Celebration in Schouler ParkSchouler Park North Conway, NH, .
Derry, NH
Fireworks 9pm. Derry, NHHood Park Derry, NH, .
Dover, NH
5-10pm festival + fireworks. Dover, NHHenry Law Park Dover, NH, .
Grantham, NH – Old Home Day
Parade 11 am, followed by a festival until 3pm. Grantham, NH - Old Home DayGrantham Recreation Park, Route 10 South Grantham, NH, .
Greenville, NH
Festival 7/3 and float parade, childrens bike parade 7/4 noon. Greenville, NHTown Field Greenville, NH, –.
Hampton Beach, NH
Fireworks 9:30pm. Hampton Beach, NHOver the Atlantic Hampton Beach, NH, .
Hanover, NH – Old Fashioned July 4th Parade
Parade 10am. Hanover, NH - Old Fashioned July 4th ParadeTown Green Hanover, NH, .
4th of July Family Party Train
7pm. 4th of July Family Party Train Lincoln, NH, .
Hopkinton, NH
parade at noon, celebrations all day long. Hopkinton, NHHopkinton High School Hopkinton, NH, .
Jefferson, NH
Fireworks at dusk. Jefferson, NHWaumbek Golf Course Jefferson, NH, .
Lincoln Woodstock 4th of July Celebration
10am. Lincoln Woodstock 4th of July Celebration Lincoln, NH, .
Jaffrey, NH
Reading of the Declaration of Independence, Ice Cream Social, Strawberry Shortcake Bazaar, Band Concert & other events held throughout town, no times listed. Jaffrey, NHAll over Jaffrey, NH, .
Manchester, NH
Fireworks 9 p.m., along with the normal festivities in Arms Park prior to the display. Manchester, NHArms Park Manchester, NH, –.
Meredith, NH
7/3 fireworks at dusk, 7/4 Meredith American Legion Post 22 Independence Day Chicken Barbeque at Hesky Park from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, duckie race 4:30pm. Meredith, NHOver Meredith Bay and Center Harbor Bay Meredith, NH, –.
Milford, NH
Family Fun Day Festivities begin at 12 p.m., Patriotic Bike Parade and Contest, field activities, face painting,etc. Fireworks at dusk. Milford, NHKeyes Memorial Park Milford, NH, .
Moultonborough, NH
Parade 11am, fireworks at dusk over Center Harbor Beach. Moultonborough, NHBlake Road to Lions Club Moultonborough, NH, .
Whitefield, NH – Mountain View Grand Resort
Parade 10am Carnival 1pm Fireworks at dusk. Whitefield, NH - Mountain View Grand ResortMountain View Grand Resort and Spa Whitefield, NH, .
Nashua, NH – Field Day
10am Children’s Field Day.Carnival games, magicians, caricaturist, face painting, bounce houses and relay races. Live music and entertainment in the afternoon, fireworks at dusk. Nashua, NH - Field DayHolman Stadium Nashua, NH, .
New Boston, NH
10am Award-winning parade through historic downtown New Boston, followed by all day family fun events and Chicken BBQ at the Hillsborough County 4H Youth Center and Fairgrounds. 9:15pm Grand Fireworks Display at the Fairgrounds. New Boston, NHHistoric Downtown New Boston, NH, .
Colebrook, NH
Fireworks at dusk. Colebrook, NHColebrook Ball Field Colebrook, NH, .
Pittsburg, NH
10am flea market, pony rides, fishing derby & basemall, BBQ & music, then fireworks at dusk. Pittsburg, NHMurphy Dam Pittsburg, NH, .
Patriotic Sing-a-long
Creative, but probably the smallest of the July 4th events I’ll list here. 11am. Patriotic Sing-a-longEnfield Shaker Museum Enfield, NH, .
Rye, NH
Concert 7pm, fireworks at dusk. Rye, NHParsons Field Rye, NH, .
Wakefield, NH
4:30-10pm. Petting zoo, live music, fireworks & more. Wakefield, NHBallpark Wakefield, NH, .
Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
concert 6:30pm, fireworks 9:30pm. Independence Day Parade & Fireworks Waterville Valley, NH, .
Laconia, NH
Parade starts at 4:30 p.m. Fireworks at Opechee Park at 10 p.m. Laconia, NHOpechee Park Laconia, NH, .
Independence Day: Maine
Whatever Family Festival
Enjoy more than 80 different events at Whatever Family Festival. This one will be fun, so don’t be all ‘whatever’. Whatever Family FestivalAll over Augusta, ME, –.
Windjammer Days
Fireworks, a boat and land parade, a pirate battle show and other fun events will be happening during Windjammer Days. Sounds like fun! Whale Park 8:30 am, Town events 11:30 am. Windjammer DaysWhale Center and around town Boothbay Harbor, ME, –.
July 4th & Canada Day at Ocean Park
Parade 7/4 10am. July 4th & Canada Day at Ocean ParkVarious locations Old Orchard Beach, ME, –.
Fireworks in the Square
Fireworks every Thursday evening from 6/20 to 8/22! Special display for Independence Day 7/4 9:45pm. Fireworks in the SquareNext to the pier Old Orchard Beach, ME, –.
Point Sebago Resort 4th of July
Point Sebago resort has prepared a bunch of events to enjoy during July 4Th celebrations. Fun at the beach included! Fireworks 7/1, parade 7/4. Point Sebago Resort 4th of JulyPoint Sebago Resort Casco, ME, –.
Eastport, ME
This one is probably the largest celebration in the state of Maine. 10 days of fun filled events for everyone. Includes: A parade, fireworks show, steel band performances, and much more. Eastport, MEVarious Locations Eastport, ME, –.
Bethel, ME
7/4 Street Dance 7/5 Live Music 7/6 Fireworks. Bethel, MEBethel Inn Resort Bethel, ME, –.
Freeport, ME
Pancake Breakfast 7am. 10 race 7:30am. Freeport, MESt. Jude Hall Freeport, ME, .
Ogunquit, ME — Ogunquit Days
Fireworks 9:15pm. Ogunquit, ME -- Ogunquit DaysMain Beach Ogunquit, ME, .
Bar Harbor, ME
6am-10pm. Pancakes 6am, 10am parade, 11am seafood festival, lobster races, 6pm concert, then fireworks 9:15pm. Bar Harbor, MEMDI Rotary Club Bar Harbor, ME, .
Saco, ME – Funtown Splashtown USA
Dusk fireworks at this amusement park. Rain date 7/5. Saco, ME - Funtown Splashtown USAFuntown Splashtown USA Saco, ME, .
Jay, ME (and Livermore Falls)
Fireworks at dusk. Jay, ME (and Livermore Falls)Spruce Mt. Ski Slope Jay, ME, .
L.L. Bean’s Summer in the Park
2013. Concert 7:30pm Fireworks 9:15pm. L.L. Bean's Summer in the ParkDiscovery Park Freeport, ME, –.
Portland, ME – Great American Ice Cream Fest
Reading of the Declaration of Independence 12pm. Concert 7:40pm. Fireworks righ after. Portland, ME - Great American Ice Cream FestEastern Promenade Park Portland, ME, .
Rangeley, ME
Celebration 10am, crafts, kids parade, then fireworks at dusk. Rangeley, MELakeside Park Rangeley, ME, .
Independence Day Celebration
10am-10pm. Independence Day CelebrationLakeside Park Rangeley, ME, .
Bath, ME – Bath Heritage Days
7/4 Parade 11:30am. 7/7 Fireworks 9pm. Bath, ME - Bath Heritage Days Bath, ME, –.
Brooks, ME – Brooks Hay Days
Breakfast 7am, Parade 10am, Fireworks 10pm. Brooks, ME - Brooks Hay DaysBrooks Community Park Brooks, ME, .
Boothbay Harbor, ME
Fireworks 9:15pm. Rain/fog date 7/5. Boothbay Harbor, MEBoothbay Harbor Boothbay Harbor, ME, .
Damariscotta, ME
Parade and Rubber Duck Race 11am. Damariscotta, MEMasters Machine Damariscotta, ME, .
Jackman/Moose River Family Fun Day
Parade 4pm, concert pm, fireworks at dusk! Jackman/Moose River Family Fun DayJackman Town Hall field Jackman, ME, .
York, ME
A couple races (1K & 4K) 8am. York, MEYork High School York, ME, .
Beaver Brook Campground 4th of July Week
No need to bring your own fireworks. There will be plenty at Beaver Brook Campground. at dusk. Beaver Brook Campground 4th of July WeekBeaver Brook Campground Wayne, ME, –.
Scarborough, ME – Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
Fireworks following a car show. Scarborough, ME - Beech Ridge Motor SpeedwayBeech Ridge Motor Speedway Scarborough, ME, –.
Belgrade Lakes, ME
Activities TBA. Belgrade Lakes, MERte 27 Penisula Park Long Pond Belgrade Lakes, ME, .
Bethel Historical Society 4th of July Picnic and Concert
11:30am. Bethel Historical Society 4th of July Picnic and ConcertDr. Moses Mason House Bethel, ME, .
Carrabassett Valley, ME
Town pool 12:30pm, Firetruck rides 3pm, Fireworks at dusk. Carrabassett Valley, METown Park Carrabassett Valley, ME, .
Thomaston, ME
Breakfast 7am, Parade 11am, Fireworks 9:15pm. Thomaston, MEMasonic Hall Thomaston, ME, .
Deer Isle, ME (and Stonington)
Fireworks 9pm. Deer Isle, ME (and Stonington)Stonington Harbor Deer Isle, ME, .
New Harbor, ME
Public reading of the Declaration of Independence, 2pm. New Harbor, MEColonial Pemaquid New Harbor, ME, .
Houlton, ME – Houlton Fair
7/4 Parade, 7/5 Kids Day, 7/6 Demolition Derby, 7/7 Pinata Contest. Houlton, ME - Houlton FairCommunity Park Houlton, ME, –.
Jackman, ME
Parade 4pm Fireworks at dusk. Jackman, MEField next to municipal bldg Jackman, ME, .
Millinocket, ME
Parade 11am, Concert 7pm, Fireworks at Stearns High School 9pm. Millinocket, MEVeteran’s Memorial Park Millinocket, ME, .
Kennebunk, ME
Fireworks 9pm. Kennebunk, MEKennebunk Beach Kennebunk, ME, –.
Independence Day Kite Fly
11am. Independence Day Kite FlyBug Light Park South Portland, ME, .
Liberty Festival 4th of July Celebration
5pm Fireworks 9:30pm. Liberty Festival 4th of July CelebrationVarious locations Lewiston, ME, .
Lewiston, ME (and Auburn)
concerts 5pm, Fireworks 9:30pm. Lewiston, ME (and Auburn)Veterans Park Lewiston, ME, .
Camden, ME – Festival of Independence
7/4 Concert & Fireworks, 7/5 Races, 7/6 Tractor Pull, 7/7 Car Show. Camden, ME - Festival of Independence Camden, ME, –.
Bridgton, ME
Race 8am. Bridgton, MEDowntown Bridgton Bridgton, ME, .
Old Orchard Beach Parade and Sandcastle Sculpture Competition
Parade 9:30am. Old Orchard Beach Parade and Sandcastle Sculpture CompetitionOcean Park Old Orchard Beach, ME, .
Poland Spring, ME
7/5 Fireworks at dusk. Concerts all weekend. Poland Spring, MEPoland Spring Resort Poland Spring, ME, .
Sanford, ME
TBA. They usually hold a parade and fireworks at dusk. Sanford, MENumber 1 Pond Sanford, ME, .
Searsport, ME
noon til 9pm. Searsport, MEMosman Park Searsport, ME, .
Caribou, ME – Spud Speedway
Fireworks after 7pm race car event. Caribou, ME - Spud SpeedwaySpuds Speedway Caribou, ME, .
Litchfield, ME (Birches Family Campground)
Fest with hayrides, ending 7/4 with parade, fireworks, bonfire, dance. Litchfield, ME (Birches Family Campground) Litchfield, ME, –.
Naples, ME
Fireworks at dusk. Naples, MECauseway area Naples, ME, .
Winslow, ME
6/29 Beauty Pageant 7/2 Family Fun Day 7/4 Fireworks at dusk. Winslow, MEWinslow High School Winslow, ME, –.
Winthrop, ME
Fireworks 9pm. Winthrop, MENorcross Point Winthrop, ME, .
Frye Island, ME
Race 9am. Frye Island, MECommunity Center Frye Island, ME, .
Wiscasset, ME
Pirate Attack 11:45am, Fireworks 9:15pm. Wiscasset, MEWaterfront Pier and Wiscasset Yacht Club Wiscasset, ME, .
Greenville, ME
Concert 5:30pm Fireworks right after. Greenville, MEDowntown Greenville Greenville, ME, .
Houlton Fair
This agricultural fair includes a parade and fireworks on July 4! Houlton Fair Houlton, ME, –.
Independence Day: Vermont
Summer Festival
Live music & fest. Then fireworks 7/3. Summer FestivalGrafton Ponds Grafton, VT, –.
Stowe, VT – An Old Fashioned 4th of July
Parade 10 am, Old Fashioned Festival 11-3pm, ‘Stowe’s World Shortest Marathon’ at noon, entertainment starting 6 pm and ending with fireworks at dusk. Stowe, VT - An Old Fashioned 4th of July Stowe, VT, .
Milton, VT
Parade 11am, activities and live music through the day followed by fireworks. Milton, VT Milton, VT, .
Montgomery Center, VT
Parade at noon, with a BBQ right after. Montgomery Center, VTMain Street Montgomery Center, VT, .
Cabot, VT
Parade 11am, Chicken BBQ 12pm. Cabot, VTMain Street Cabot, VT, .
Woodstock, VT – Old Vermont 4th
All day long activities, like Presidential silhouettes, firework stencils, and compete in sack races, the egg toss, crank fresh strawberry ice cream, and a wagon ride. Woodstock, VT - Old Vermont 4thBillings Farm and Museum, Route 12 & River Road Woodstock, VT, .
Brattleboro, VT
Parade 10am. Festival & concert & fireworks 5:30pm. Brattleboro, VTTown Common Brattleboro, VT, .
Jeffersonville, VT
Parade 10am, Firemen’s Barbecue 5pm, fireworks 9pm. Jeffersonville, VTTown Green Jeffersonville, VT, .
Colchester, VT
Fun Run 8:15am UMS, Parade 11:00am in the Village, Concert 6:30pm followed by fireworks at dusk over Bayside Beach. Colchester, VTBayside Beach Colchester, VT, .
Burlington, VT
Fireworks 9:30pm. Burlington, VTBurlington Harbor Burlington, VT, .
Stowe’s Old-Fashioned Family 4th of July Parade, Celebration & Fireworks
Festival 11am Fireworks 6:30pm. Stowe's Old-Fashioned Family 4th of July Parade, Celebration & FireworksAll over Stowe, VT, .
Richmond, VT
flea market 9:00am, car show begins 10:00am and the Fun Run starts at 10:30. Parade at 10:45am, events all day + live music and fireworks. This celebration is pretty big. Richmond, VTEast Main Street Richmond, VT, .
Bennington, VT
Fireworks at dusk, not no further info. Bennington, VTWillow Park Bennington, VT, .
4th of July Parade
Parade 10am Fireworks 9:30pm. 4th of July ParadeCanal and Main streets to the town Common Brattleboro, VT, .
East Corinth, VT
Parade 11am, BBQ 11am and bingo and other activities through the day. East Corinth, VTBall Field East Corinth, VT, .
North Danville, VT
Parade 9am. North Danville, VTHartz Avenue and Railroad Avenue North Danville, VT, .
Montpelier, VT
Free tours 10am, Dance Party 7pm, Fireworks 9pm. Montpelier, VTDowntown Montpelier, VT, .
Morristown, VT
Parade 11am, activities start 5pm and end with fireworks and live music. Morristown, VTCorner of Harrel St. and Munson St. Morristown, VT, .
Newport, VT
Games and activities 12pm, Fireworks 9:45pm. Newport, VTGardner Memorial Park Newport, VT, .
Peacham, VT
7/3 contra dance. 7/4 Parade 11:30, BBQ 12pm, Declaration of Independence 3:30pm, Pig roat 5pm. Peacham, VTVarious Locations Peacham, VT, –.
Poultney, VT
Time for events not listed on site BUT their celebration’s theme this year is ‘Take me out to the ball game’. There’ll be a parade, a fun run and more but better call them for exact times. Poultney, VTPES Field Poultney, VT, .
Randolph, VT
Street Fest 10am-2pm. Randolph, VTDepot Park Randolph, VT, .
Killington, VT
Parade 10am, pool and BBQ 11am, festival, music 7pm, fireworks 9:30pm. Killington, VTAll over Killington, VT, .
Rutland, VT – Summer Smash
Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby begins at 6:30pm, Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Extravaganza at 9:45pm. Rutland, VT - Summer SmashVermont State Fairgrounds Rutland, VT, .
Williston, VT
7/2 Bike Race, 7/3 Ice-cream social, 7/4 Parade 10am and fireworks at dusk. Williston, VTVarious Locations Williston, VT, –.
Fireworks Extravaganza
dusk. Fireworks ExtravaganzaKnight Point State Park North Hero, VT, .
Warren, VT
Parade 10 am, activities through the day. Warren, VTMain Street Warren, VT, .
Brownsville, VT (West Windsor, VT)
Festival 6pm, Fireworks 9pm. Brownsville, VT (West Windsor, VT)Mount Ascutney Brownsville, VT, –.
Wardsboro, VT
Street Fair 9am, Parade 10am. Wardsboro, VTMain Street Wardsboro, VT, .
Wilmington, VT (and West Dover, VT)
Fair 6pm, Fireworks 9pm. Wilmington, VT (and West Dover, VT)Baker’s Field Wilmington, VT, .
Travel
Midsummer Magick Faire Grand Opening and Fire Festival!
Magic shows, comedy, live combat, and fire dancing! This faire is also donating to charity! Weekends June 22 through July 7. Midsummer Magick Faire Grand Opening and Fire Festival!Warsaw Park Ansonia, CT, –.
International Festival of Arts and Ideas
This festival features a series of performances, most of which are free. Way to go! International Festival of Arts and IdeasVarious New Haven, CT, –.
Sunken Garden Poetry Festival
Donald Hall, the fourteenth United States Poet Laureate, is featured at this outdoor gathering. 5-8:30pm. Sunken Garden Poetry FestivalHill-Stead Museum Farmington, CT, –.
Annual Italian Festival Celebration
Mamma mia! This Italian festival includes a mini parade and musical performances. It sounds a bit religious, though. Annual Italian Festival CelebrationUniversity Theatre New Haven, CT, –.
Campfires Stories
Roast marshmallows and hear some non-scary tales around a campfire. 7-8:30pm, and July 8 and August 11 also. Campfires Stories Franklin, CT, .
Mystic Blues Festival
3 days of blues music! Grammy Winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees will be performing, so it’s going to be good! Mystic Blues FestivalAll over Mystic, CT, –.
Wooden Boat Show
More than 100 wooden boats of all sizes will be on display, but you’ll get to build your own as well! Wooden Boat ShowAll over Mystic, CT, –.
Maple Meadow Farm Festival
This event features the 5K Milk Run, Bluegrass performances, a tractor display and a craft market. Maple Meadow Farm Festival Mapleton, ME, –.
Maine Festival of American Music
This 4-day festival revolves around music, chamber music. It sounds a bit religious but not too much. Maine Festival of American MusicSabbathday Lake Shaker Museum New Gloucester, ME, –.
Bowdoin International Music Festival
This season has more than 100 concerts ins store for all classical music lovers. visit their website for a list of performances. Bowdoin International Music Festival Brunswick, ME, –.
South Berwick Strawberry Festival
How long has it been since you visited Maine? A strawberry fest is a good excuse to go back! 9am. South Berwick Strawberry Festival South Berwick, ME, .
Maine Antique Power Show
Once upon a time, there were steam powered engines. Come see this show, with tractor pulls, and such. Maine Antique Power ShowSkowhegan State Fairgrounds Skowhegan, ME, .
Bar Harbor Music Festival
Variety is the word that defines this music festival! Find string orchestra, jazz, brass, and even Opera concerts! Bar Harbor Music FestivalVarious locations Bar Harbor, ME, –.
Annual Kingfield POPS Festval of the Arts & Concert
Art show in the morning, awesome concert at night. Several artists will perform in this outdoorsy concert. 10am Concert at 4pm. Annual Kingfield POPS Festval of the Arts & ConcertKennedy Farm Kingfield, ME, .
Whatever Family Festival & Kids Day in Capitol Park
This is an art festival, mostly for kids but everyone can join the fun. There will be a chicken BBQ and other fun events. 8:30am. Whatever Family Festival & Kids Day in Capitol ParkCapitol Park Augusta, ME, .
Tommyknockers and More Bus Tours
All reservations must be pre-paid prior to space being confirmed. Tommyknockers and More Bus ToursBangor Waterfront Bangor, ME, –.
Kennebunk Old Home Week
Parade, petting zoo, crafts demos, and more… Kennebunk Old Home WeekAll over Kennebunk, ME, –.
Ocean Park Sandcastle Competition
1-3pm. Ocean Park Sandcastle CompetitionOn the beach between Randall and Ancona Avenues Old Orchard Beach, ME, .
BBQ at The Fort
Hey! If I had an ancient fort, I’d host a BBQ too! There’s going to be an antique tag sale too. No time given but it should be lunchtime-y. 12:30pm. BBQ at The Fort Charlestown, NH, .
Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Festival
They don’t have a lot of info, but there will be live music and Polish food. Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Festival Coventry, RI, –.
Public Stargazing
I list a ton of public observatory nights in my New England Guide. Email me to ask for it. 6pm. Public StargazingFrosty Drew Observatory Charlestown, RI, .
Vermont Quilt Festival
This is New England’s oldest and largest quilt event, so they claim. You get the chance to buy stuff, of course. Vermont Quilt FestivalChamplain Valley Exposition Essex Junction, VT, –.
Outdoor Theatre & More
 Outdoor Theatre & More – click map above to set region Mon 6/24 Tue 6/25 Wed 6/26 Thu 6/27 Fri 6/28 Sat 6/29 Sun 6/30 Mon 7/1
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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Shakespeare on the SoundRowayton, CT

7:30pm.
Pinkney Park 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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Flock TheatreNew London, CT

This summer’s plays: “As you like it” and “Oedipus Rex” No time listed on their site or FB.
Connecticut College Arboretum, 860-443-3119. more
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Plays in the Park (for kids)Boston, MA

11:45am and 1:30pm.
Georges Island, 617-223-8666. more 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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Amesbury Days Theatre in the OpenAmesbury, MA

4pm.
Millyard Amphitheater 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).
Various near Haverhill, NH more
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Fireworks at Ocean Beach ParkNew London, CT

Different times.
more
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Outdoor Movies
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America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to BroadwayProvidence, RI

6pm.
Providence Public Library more
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Children’s Movie NightNorton, MA

Saturdays 7:30pm.
Winslow Farm, 37 Eddy Street 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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Movies in the ParkWolfeboro, NH

Dusk (rain date is Saturday).
Foss Field (On Soccer Field by Back Bay) 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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Crafts & Movie NightDanvers, MA

7pm crafts, 8pm movie (rain date 7/1).
Glen Magna Farms, Ingersoll Street more
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Movies with the StarsMansfield, MA

Times vary, check town website.
South Common more
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Burlington Movies on the CommonBurlington, MA

Dusk.
more
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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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Newport FilmNewport, RI

Various Times.
more
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Old Home Day: Family Movie NightCarlisle, MA

Sunset, presenting ” Oz The Great and Powerful.
Spalding Field more
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Sand Jam & Family Movie NightsFairfield, CT

Dance 6:30, movies begin at dark (8:30 approx.).
Jennings Beach more
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Summer Movies SeriesGreenfield, MA

Time TBA, last year it was at dusk.
The Energy Park 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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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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Sunday Jazz Brunch on the TerraceBoston, MA

11am.
more
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Summer Concerts at The Greenway SessionsBoston, MA

noon & 6 pm, varies. Check schedule for more info.
Various locations 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 pm.
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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Titus Sparrow Park Summer Concert SeriesBoston, MA

Wednesdays 6:30pm.
Titus Sparrow Park, South End, 617-918-5289. 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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Summer Concert Series at DedhamDedham, MA

7pm.
Endicott Estate Lawn, 781-329-9118. 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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Outdoor Concert at the Sampas PavillionLowell, MA

Mondays 7pm.
Sampas Pavilion more
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Kennebunk Weekly Concerts in the ParkKennebunk, ME

6:30pm.
Lafayette Park, Storer St. more
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Outdoor Market and ConcertBangor, ME

6pm.
Pickering Square more
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Summer Concerts at Norcross PointWinthrop, ME

2-4pm.
Off Bowdoin/Memorial more
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Summer Concert Series at Wells Harbor ParkWells, ME

6:30pm.
Wells Harbor Park more
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Summer Concerts at Fort Halifax ParkWinslow, ME

12-9pm.
Fort Halifax Park 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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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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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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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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Salem Free Summer ConcertsSalem, MA

Sundays 3-6pm.
Peabody Street Park, 978-745-0251. more
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Summer Concert Series, ManchesterManchester, MA

6pm.
more
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Middlesex Concert Band RehearsalsWakefield, MA

7:30pm. In good weather rehearsals are outdoors.
Church, 8 Lafayette St more
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Sunday Concerts in the ShellBeverly, MA

Thursdays 6-8pm.
Lynch Park more
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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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Sundown Concerts at Fruitland MuseumsHarvard, MA

7:15pm.
102 Prospect Hill Road, 978-456-3924. more
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Summer Concert Series at Sunset LakeBraintree, MA

6pm.
Sunset Lake’s gazebo bandstand more
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The Summer of BrewsterPlymouth, MA

6pm.
Hedge House Lawn more
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Westport Rivers Winery Concert SeriesWestport, MA

6pm.
417 Hixbridge Rd, 508-636-3423. 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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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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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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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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Blackstone Valley Community Concert BandWorcester, MA

Various times & locations.
Various 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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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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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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Citizens Bank Summer Concerts – DennisDennis, MA

6pm.
Village Green more
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Citizens Bank Summer Concerts – HarwichHarwich, MA

6pm.
Brooks Park Band Stand, Harwich Center, Oak St, 508-432-3622. more 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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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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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 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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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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Bloomfield Summer Concerts on the GreenBloomfield, CT

Thursdays 7pm.
Bloomfield Town Hall Green, 860-243-2923. 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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Manchster Bandshell SeriesManchester, CT

7pm.
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 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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Town Band ConcertsGlastonbury, CT

7pm.
Hubbard Green more
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Summer Music FestivalNew Britain, CT

7pm.
Walnut Hill Park, Darius Miller Memorial Band Shell more
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Summer Concert Series at BristolBristol, CT

7pm.
Rockwell Park more
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North Kingstown Concert SeriesNorth Kingstown, RI

Tuesdays 7pm, Thursdays 6:30pm.
Various more
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July 4th Concert SeriesBristol, RI

6:30pm.
Independence Park more
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Sunset Music SeriesNewport, RI

Different times, venues and $.
more
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Friday Night Concert SeriesProvidence, RI

7:30pm.
Waterplace Park more
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Music for a Summer NightWarwick, RI

6:30pm.
Warwick City Hall, 3275 Post Road more
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Downtown Sundown SeriesProvidence, RI

7pm (Except 6/22 4pm).
Roger Williams Natl Memorial, 282 North Main St more
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Concerts Under the ElmsProvidence, RI

6:30, $10.
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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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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Keene Music FestivalKeene, NH

Various times.
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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Haddad Bandstand Concerts on Sargent CommonNew London, NH

No time listed.
, 603-526-4821. 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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Summer in the Street – PortsmouthPortsmouth, NH

5:30pm.
Pleasant Street more
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Summer Concerts at Concord, NHConcord, NH

7pm.
Various more more
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Gilford Community Band Concert SeriesGilford, NH

7:30pm (Except 8/24 8pm).
Gilford Village Field Weeks Bandstand 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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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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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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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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Downtown Crossing Block PartiesBoston, MA

5-8pm.
Downtown Crossing more
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Wellesley’s Free Concert SeriesWellesley, MA

7pm.
Town Hall Green more
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Concerts on the CommonBeverly, MA

6-8pm.
Beverly Common more
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