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Peabody International Festival

Downtown Peabody Main St, Peabody Square, & Foster St, Peabody, United States

Peabody's International Festival celebrates our rich ethnic heritage and diversity through music, food, and art. The International Festival is the largest of its kind and the signature event in Peabody, Massachusetts for nearly 40 years. Dozens of local civic organizations, nonprofits, businesses, cultural groups, crafters and artisans line downtown Peabody with delicious food and art inspired […]

Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Pingree School 537 Highland Street, South Hamilton, Massachusetts, United States

Meet the artists displaying their work in the 14th annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit on the campus of Pingree School in South Hamilton at a reception on Sunday afternoon, September 10. Honorary Chair and well-known functional artist Allison Newsome will speak about her beautiful RainKeeps designed to marry smart water management with public art. […]

Rockport Celtic Festival

Curated by WGBH’s Brian O’Donovan and harpist/composer Maeve Gilchrist, the 4th annual Rockport Celtic Festival celebrates the music of both the Celtic and French diasporas in Eastern Canada, with musicians and storytellers performing throughout the weekend. Most shows take place at the Shalin Liu in Rockport, and highlights include a performance by the duo Rakish […]

Trails & Sails 2023

Discover special places in your backyard during Trails & Sails! Be guided through unique landscapes on land and sea, explore historic properties, and take in cultural experiences of all kinds. Find what makes Essex County like nowhere else. We’re gearing up for another fantastic year of Trails & Sails in 2023 which will take place […]

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 […]

Sunset Dinner Cruise

Beauport Cruiseline 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, United States

Join us abroad Beauport Cruiselines Sunset Dinner Cruise! Enjoy the beautiful sunset along the Gloucester Harbor, all while enjoying a delicious meal!

Farm Days at Appleton Farms

Appleton Farms MA-1A, South Hamilton, Massachusetts, United States

On September 16 and 17, Appleton Farms in Ipswich holds its annual Farm Days, a weekend of live music, food trucks, beer, games, barnyard animals, and exploring Appleton Farms’ stunning grounds. Visitors can take self-guided nature walks, play lawn games, listen to live music, and enjoy food and drinks from local vendors like Fat Belly […]

Brick by Brick Lego Celebration

Sawyer Free Library 20 Main Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States

Join the Sawyer Free Library for a fun LEGO-filled community event. Build your own library-inspired LEGO creation with the help of a certified LEGO Master from The LEGO Discovery Center Boston. Check out the specially commissioned LEGO model replica of the 2025 Sawyer Free Library. Have fun creating with LEGOs along with face painting, prizes, […]

Pet Rock By-The-Sea

Winter island Park 50 Winter Island Road, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Pet Rock By-The-Sea brings together local musicians, local business & artists and local people to benefit animals in need on the North Shore. This year's event benefits Northeast Animal Shelter, now part of the MSPCA family.The event also features food, beer tasting, raffle's and vendors - all for a great cause. Free Parking is available […]

Lobster Cove String Quartet at Annisquam Village Church

Annisquam Village Church 820 Washington Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States

The Lobster Cove String Quartet makes its debut Saturday evening, September 16 at 7:30pm. The white walls of the historic Annisquam Village Church will become the canvas for a soundscape of swirling tone-colors, as the Gloucester-based group presents To Paint the Night: a diverse bill of fare showcasing the richness and versatility of the string quartet format. The […]

Win-4-All Pickleball Tournament

Manchester Athletic Club 8 Atwater Avenue, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, United States

TQM Wealth Partners, which provides gold-standard values-based wealth management services to business owners, executives, and families, announces the Win-4-All Pickleball tournament in support of Girls Inc. of Boston and Lynn. The first annual tournament, to be held Sunday, September 17, 2023, at the Manchester Athletic Club, Manchester-By-the Sea, Mass., will include women’s doubles and men’s doubles tournament […]

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 […]