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Salisbury Days 2023

A recently revived Salisbury tradition, Salisbury Days returns for a long weekend of celebrating life in the seaside town from September 21 through 24. This year’s event features highlights like a bike and car show and “Kites and Castles” at the beach on Saturday, September 23, and an open house at the Salisbury Historical Society […]

River Fest at Sunday River 2023

Sunday River 15 South Ridge Road, Newry, Maine, United States

Join the excitement at Sunday River's River Fest, a series of fun-filled weekends in Western Maine. Experience Maine Brew Fest, Artisan Fest, Mahoosuc Adventure Fest, and Fall Fest. Discover craft brews, Maine artisans, thrilling adventures, and the beauty of autumn. Embrace the spirit of Western Maine and create unforgettable memories during this exciting series of weekends.  Rain […]

Annisquam (the play) at Firehouse

Firehouse Center for the Arts 1 Market Square, Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States

Something strange is going on in the tiny seaside community of Annisquam. Dr. Wendell Petit, a well respected Psychologist, has not been showing up for work. He has been drinking way too much and his daughter has noticed some very erratic behaviors coming from the man she once idolized. Rumor has it that the good […]

Autumn Equinox 2023

Welcome to Fall! Stay tuned on our website for all the best happenings and things to do this Fall season on the North Shore of Massachusetts!

Andover Day

Downtown Andover Andover, Massachusetts, United States

Downtown Andover will come alive with music, entertainment, food, refreshments, over 200 community booths and so much more on Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Main Street will be closed to traffic all day for Andover's BIGGEST and BEST community event!

Harvest Cruise with Beauport Cruiselines

Beauport Cruiselines 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States

Join us this Autumn for our Harvest Dinner Cruises! Enjoy the tastes of fall on Cape Ann featuring Chef Carved Prime Rib, Apple Pomegranate Chicken, Butternut Squash Ravioli, and more. Cruise and dine alongside live DJ Entertainment and Sweeping Ocean Views.

North Shore Walk to Prevent Suicide

Cashman Park 244 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, United States

Suicide prevention starts with everyday heroes like YOU! Join us on Sunday, September 24th at Cashman Park in Newburyport for the 2024 North Shore Out of the Darkness Walk to Prevent Suicide. Be a part of the movement turning hope into action and create a culture that’s smart about mental health. Funds raised benefit the […]

Bubbles & Brunch Cruise

Beauport Cruiselines 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States

Love brunch? Love champagne? Love being on the water? So do we - so let's bring on the bubbles! Join us for Bubbles & Brunch Cruise on Sunday, September 24th at 11AM. Enjoy DJ Entertainment by Scottie Mac, a deluxe seasonal buffet brunch, and Moët & Chandon champagne cocktails that keep on flowing - all […]

24th Annual Hike for Hope 2023

The Park in Andover Bartlet Street, Andover, Massachusetts, United States

Lazarus House Ministries, supported by our generous sponsors, will host the 24th Annual HIKE FOR HOPE charity walk/run to benefit the Guests of Lazarus House on Sunday, September 24, 2023. This year's Hike for Hope 5K Walk Run will be the 24th consecutive bringing together of our generous donors as a community and the continuation of our 40th […]

New England Bridal Affair

Four Points by Sheraton Wakefield Boston Hotel & Conference Center One Audubon Road, Wakefield, Massachusetts, United States

New England Bridal affair is greater Boston’s premiere wedding showcase. We offer boutique style signature events in New England’s most exclusive venues. The bridal show where every bride meets the exhibitor and every exhibitor meets the bride. We currently share our wedding success with 56,000 member’s wedding professional’s and over 14,000 active brides on a […]

Topsfield Fair 2023

Topsfield Fair 207 Boston Street, Topsfield, Massachusetts, United States

Celebrate A Whole Lot of Happy with us! The Topsfield Fair returns September 29 – October 9, 2023!

River Fest at Sunday River 2023

Sunday River 15 South Ridge Road, Newry, Maine, United States

Join the excitement at Sunday River's River Fest, a series of fun-filled weekends in Western Maine. Experience Maine Brew Fest, Artisan Fest, Mahoosuc Adventure Fest, and Fall Fest. Discover craft brews, Maine artisans, thrilling adventures, and the beauty of autumn. Embrace the spirit of Western Maine and create unforgettable memories during this exciting series of weekends.  Rain […]

Macbeth at Castle Hill

Castle Hill on Crane Estate 290 Argilla Road, Ipswich, Massachusetts, United States

Castle Hill in Ipswich puts on Shakespeare's Scottish play this September 29 and October 1 using a pay-what-you-can model, even if that amount is $0—although the suggested ticket price is $20. Theater in the Open and Glass Dove Productions present this classic tale of power and tragedy using both Castle Hill’s Barn Complex and Tower […]

Walk Against Domestic Violence

Waterfront Park Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States

Each year, community members gather at Newburyport’s Waterfront Park to walk a scenic 3-mile route in honor of victims and survivors of domestic violence. Our annual Walk Against Domestic Violence is one of the Center’s largest fundraisers of the year. Proceeds from this event allow us to provide free, safe, and confidential programs and services […]

RAA&M National Show Gala

Rockport Art Association & Museum 12 Main Street, Rockport, Massachusetts, United States

OPENING GALA AND AWARDS RECEPTION! Mark your calendars! In addition to our special guest of honor, Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director of the Mass Cultural Council, our Awards Judge, John C. Traynor, will be on hand to announce his choices for over $13,000 in awards! There will be delicious food, drink and live music. Come […]

River Fest at Sunday River 2023

Sunday River 15 South Ridge Road, Newry, Maine, United States

Join the excitement at Sunday River's River Fest, a series of fun-filled weekends in Western Maine. Experience Maine Brew Fest, Artisan Fest, Mahoosuc Adventure Fest, and Fall Fest. Discover craft brews, Maine artisans, thrilling adventures, and the beauty of autumn. Embrace the spirit of Western Maine and create unforgettable memories during this exciting series of weekends.  Rain […]

Ipswich Illumination 2023

The annual Ipswich Illumination festival returns this October, bringing art exhibits, performances, vendors, and live music to downtown Ipswich. The floating bonfires are the highlight of the weekend—on Friday, October 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to the Riverwalk to see ethereal bonfires float down the Ipswich River. Other happenings that weekend include […]

The 40th Annual Cape Ann Artisans Open Studios and Celebration 2023

Gloucester and Rockport, MA. , United States

Cape Ann Artisans Offer a Robust Itinerary Surrounding Fall Tour It’s not your imagination, pink is clearly in the air this year.  The Cape Ann Artisans are truly celebrating their 40th Anniversary in style.  Besides the annual Spring and Fall Tours, 2023 has included several unique collaborations with Cape Ann Museum and an exciting retrospective exhibit at the […]

Smolak Farms Fall Festival Weekends

Oct. 1–29Every Saturday and Sunday in October, head to Smolak Farms in North Andover for a day of apple picking, live music, lawn games, hay rides, or just hanging out at their outdoor wine and beer bar. They’ll have face painting, crafts, and an animal playground area for the kids, too. Their beer bar features […]

Manchester-by-the-Sea Cardboard Boat Regatta

Manchester-by-the-Sea’s annual Cardboard Boat Regatta returns on Sunday, October 8, and it’s just as funny as it sounds—participants build boats out of cardboard and duct tape and see who can paddle the fastest without sinking. It started as a backyard party in Manchester 14 years ago, and now draws spectators and participants from all over […]