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Cider Hill Farm’s Sweet Halloween 2024

Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury once again hosts its “Sweet Halloween,” a not-so-spooky, family-friendly Halloween celebration. An outdoor trick-or-treat is the featured event, during which kids get to explore the farm and pick up treats from staff at stations along the way. While pre-purchased tickets are required for trick-or-treating, the rest of the event is […]

Rockport’s Harvest Fest 2024

Rockport’s Harvest Fest returns this fall for one day only on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The day’s main event is the Apple Pie Bake-Off featuring local bakers, and the fest also features local food and artisan vendors, live music, and all of downtown Rockport’s charming shops. Plus, kid-friendly activities include […]

Drone Show – 10 Year Anniversary Celebration of Assembly Row!

In 2014, Assembly Row opened its doors, debuting its first stores, restaurants, and apartments. To celebrate a decade of success, we’re excited to host our first-ever drone show on Saturday, October 19! Sponsored by Capital One CaféLink opens in a new window, this public event kicks off at 3 PM. Enjoy a variety of activities, including […]

Book Release on Mending Education

The Salted Cod Art House 53 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester, United States

Join authors Karen Gross and Edward K.S. Wang for a book release event celebrating "Mending Education" Finding Hope, Creativity, and Mental Wellness in Times of Trauma. Wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served. The authors will perform a short reading at 7 p.m. Please R.S.V.P. to KarenGrossCooper@gmail.com. Books will be on hand for purchase and […]

Ipswich Illumination 2024

Returning for two weekends this October, Ipswich Illumination once again lights up the Ipswich River with floating bonfires each evening, lit by flaming arrows. Celebrating art and community, both weekends feature plenty of interactive art installations, live performances, and food and drink vendors. The first weekend is centered around the Downtown Riverwalk and features the […]

Cider Hill Farm’s Sweet Halloween 2024

Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury once again hosts its “Sweet Halloween,” a not-so-spooky, family-friendly Halloween celebration. An outdoor trick-or-treat is the featured event, during which kids get to explore the farm and pick up treats from staff at stations along the way. While pre-purchased tickets are required for trick-or-treating, the rest of the event is […]

Dia de los Muertos Tea

Town Meeting Bistro 2027 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, Massachusetts

Back by popular demand: Dia de los Muertos Tea returns! The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a celebratory day that pays respects and remembers departed friends and family, and is the festival that Halloween was intended to be. An afternoon tea of fun including costumes (strongly encouraged), trick-or-treating, crafts, cookie decorating, […]

39th Annual Essex ClamFest

The Essex ClamFest returns for its 39th year this October, celebrating the region’s cuisine the best way they know how—with a clam chowder competition. The daylong festival features plenty of other community events, too, like a K9 demo by the Essex Police Department, live music, kids’ arts and crafts, artisan vendors, and plenty of food […]

Fall on the Farm at Appleton Farms

Each Saturday afternoon this October, bask in the fall vibes at Appleton Farms in Hamilton and Ipswich. The family-friendly autumn celebrations at Appleton Farms, one of the oldest continuously operating farms in the country, include hayrides, lawn games, barnyard animals, and plenty of food and drink vendors selling seasonal treats and fresh-baked goodies. On Saturday, […]

Halloween Party 2024: The Nikolakopoulos Family Presents the 9th Annual Event to Benefit Alzheimer’s

The Mansion at Turner Hil 251 Topsfield Road, Ipswich, Massachusetts

Join us for the 9th Annual Nikolakopoulos Family Event to benefit Alzheimer’s, taking place on Saturday, October 26th from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM at The Mansion at Turner Hill in Ipswich, MA. Enjoy a night of appetizers, a cash bar, music from a DJ, raffles, and a silent auction—all while supporting a great cause. […]

Paula Cole at The Cabot

The Cabot 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

Rockport native and Grammy-winning artist Paula Cole heads to The Cabot in Beverly on October 26 for an unforgettable night of music, as she tours in celebration of her eleventh studio album release, "Lo." A longtime Beverly resident, Paula returns home for an intimate performance full of soul and storytelling—"Lo" is her first album of […]

Dia de los Muertos Tea Returns!

Town Meeting Bistro 2027 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, Massachusetts

Back by popular demand: Dia de los Muertos Tea returns! The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a celebratory day that pays respects and remembers departed friends and family, and is the festival that Halloween was intended to be. An afternoon tea of fun including costumes (strongly encouraged), trick-or-treating, crafts, cookie decorating, […]

Halloween 2024

Time to get spooky. Explore our articles for where to go, what to do, and all things spooky, family fun, and more on the North Shore this Halloween season. Be safe & have fun!

North Shore’s Health & Wellness Expo 2024

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

Mark your calendars for a day of holistic exploration and community connection at the North Shore's Health & Wellness Expo on November 2nd, 2024, hosted by the North Shore Wellnesspreneurs (NSW) group! Register Now and Secure Your Spot in Wellness History! Join us at the Topsfield Fair Grounds for an extraordinary event that brings together […]

Wicked Kidz Fun Races at GUS

Glen Urquhart School 74 Hart Street, Beverly, Massachusetts

We are excited to partner with Wicked Running Club for the Wicked Kidz 1/2 Mile and 1 Mile race! The event is a FREE, professional-style race event with race bibs and awards, just for the kids. There will be a 1/2-mile course option for our younger runners, and a 1-mile course for runners of any […]

Historic New England Summit 2024

Westin Portland Harborview Hotel, Portland, Maine, and Livestream 157 High Street, Portland, Maine, United States

Join Historic New England on November 14 and 15 at Westin Portland Harborview in Portland, Maine, or via livestream for New England's largest conference about our collective roles in strengthening the livability and vitality of our communities. The 2024 Historic New England Summit is your opportunity to gain inspiration from and connect with cutting-edge thought […]

MarketStreet’s Ice Rink Opening Party 2024

MarketStreet Lynnfield 600 Market Street, Lynnfield, Massachusetts

The Rink at MarketStreet will glide into its 11th season of ice skating with an opening party this Saturday, November 16 (12pm – 3pm). As the North Shore’s top neighborhood destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, and ice skating, MarketStreet looks forward to this moment all year! Perfect for families and ice skaters of all levels, The Rink’s Opening Skating Party will […]

Harvest Dinners in the Historic House

Wenham Museum 132 Main Street, Wenham, Massachusetts

Take a step back in time and join Wenham Museum for an intimate harvest dinner in the historic Claflin-Gerrish-Richards house. Choose Friday, November 15 at 6:00 PM or Saturday, November 16 at 7:00 PM, and savor the ambience in one of the oldest homes in the U.S. with this rare opportunity to dine where generations […]

Beauport Boutique Sip & Shop 2024

Beauport Hotel Gloucester 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts

Set sail into the season of style and sophistication on Sunday, November 17th 1:00-5:00 PM for an exclusive Sip & Shop event at Beauport Boutique, where timeless elegance meets coastal charm. Explore our freshly curated collection of holiday treasures and perfect gifts for your loved ones. Gather your shopping companions to browse a seasonal selection […]