Quincy
Shamrocks on the boardwalk returns to Break Rock Brewing at Marina Bay in Quincy for a festive St. Patrick’s Celebration by the water. Grab a pint, wear your green, and enjoy an afternoon of Irish music, Irish step dancing and Irish-inspired food! Break Rock Brewing 534 Victory Road Quincy, MA, 02171 https://discoverquincy.com/events/shamrocks-on-the-boardwalk/
BRIDGET’S – AN IRISH TRADITION88 West Main Street, Norton Since 1987, the mother-daughter duo, Bridget Daly and Lorraine Ryan, have specialized in authentic hand-made Irish clothing such as sweaters, caps and shawls, the shop also sells Celtic jewelry and imported sweets and teas from Ireland + home-made brown bread, perfect gifts for seasonal holidays, special…
Discovering Quincy, Massachusetts is like opening up an exciting panorama of history, culture, cuisine and outdoor beauty that brings lasting memories and a desire to return again. Located seven miles south of downtown Boston, this picturesque city of 100,000 residents is encircled by 7,000 acres of the beautiful Blue Hills Reservation and by 27 miles…
Robert Burns Supper in Quincy, Massachusetts! Featuring entertainment with Charlie Zahm as he presents the great music of Robert Burns in Quincy! Burns was a Mason and the active Rural Masonic Lodge is the perfect venue to celebrate! Saturday, January 31 at 6:00 PM Rural Masonic Lodge 20 Greenleaf St. Quincy MA 02169 http;//rurallodge.org
Kick off the holiday season at Kilroy Square in Quincy Center for two magical weekends of festive fun! Shop from 90+ local vendors offering unique gifts and holiday must-haves, sip on hot & cold cocktails from Dotty’s Kitchen & Raw Bar, and enjoy the cozy Beer Garden by Widowmaker Brewing. The holiday cheer continues with…
Kick off the season with this beloved annual Christmas Tree Lighting tradition! Schedule of Events: 5:00 & 5:45 P.M. Fire Show 6:00-6:20 P.M. Musical Performance by Grammy nominated artist Michelle Brooks Thompson & Band 6:30 P.M. Tree Lighting Ceremony Mayor Thomas P. Koch and special guest followed by a holiday sing-a-long 6:45 P.M. Fire Show…
The City of Quincy was in the spotlight all through 2025, celebrating its 400th anniversary with style and verve. With a continuous array of curated events and concerts, history and heritage tours, festivals and parades, culinary fare and food truck fests, Quincy 400 organizers made sure that residents and visitors alike were welcomed, entertained and…
As part of Quincy 400 celebrations taking place throughout 2026, a new mural paying homage to the city’s industrial past was created by artist Shane Leonard at the Willard Street underpass in West Quincy. The mural honors distinctive Quincy’s role as The Granite City in 19th century America. The mural honors distinctive Quincy’s role as The…
Quincy Winter Fest will take place on February 16, 2026. Afternoon and evening activities will take place from noon – 5:30 p.m. in and around the Hancock Adams Common, 1305 Hancock Street, under heated tents as well as inside Quincy City Hall and the Church of the Presidents. All events are free to the public and will include puppet and…
The City of Quincy will honor its active and retired military in a tree lighting ceremony on Sunday, December 7th at 5:00 p.m. Family & friends can sign the name of those who have served and are currently serving on a yellow ribbon that will adorn the tree in Quincy’s Generals Park. Visit Events Archives…
Visit Marina Bay boardwalk on Saturday, November 29th and enjoy Light It Up Marina Bay. Light It Up: Marina Bay returns each holiday season to bring light, life, and holiday cheer to the boardwalk. It is sponsored by the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Tom Koch, and the City of Quincy. The MBBA is also…
Santa and his elves arrive in Quincy by helicopter, landing at Pageant Field, at this fun family event. While waiting for the touchdown of the Jolly Old Elf and friends, say hello to one of the friendly costumed characters! Don’t forget your camera and your wish list because Santa Claus is Coming to Town!
IF YOU DARE! Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) and the Boston Irish Dippers as they plunge in aid of the Irish Pastoral Centre’s Health & Wellness Program. Swimming not required. Tea/Coffee will be provided. This chilly events takes place at Wollaston Beach in Quincy (between the yacht clubs). Check back as the time is…
Kick off the season with this beloved annual Christmas Tree Lighting tradition! Schedule of Events: 5:00 & 5:45 P.M. Fire Show 6:00-6:20 P.M. Musical Performance by Grammy nominated artist Michelle Brooks Thompson & Band 6:30 P.M. Tree Lighting Ceremony Mayor Thomas P. Koch and special guest followed by a holiday sing-a-long 6:45 P.M. Fire Show…
Join Quincy for the 72nd Annual Christmas Parade! This Parade has been a tradition for families for many years. Floats, marching bands, and costumed characters fill Quincy streets, spreading holiday joy to all. The parade route begins at the intersection of Hancock Street and Walter J. Hannon Parkway, continuing up Hancock Street to North Quincy…
Kick off the holiday season at Kilroy Square in Quincy Center for two magical weekends of festive fun! Shop from 90+ local vendors offering unique gifts and holiday must-haves, sip on hot & cold cocktails from Dotty’s Kitchen & Raw Bar, and enjoy the cozy Beer Garden by Widowmaker Brewing. The holiday cheer continues with…
Kick off the holiday season at Kilroy Square in Quincy Center for two magical weekends of festive fun! Shop from 90+ local vendors offering unique gifts and holiday must-haves, sip on hot & cold cocktails from Dotty’s Kitchen & Raw Bar, and enjoy the cozy Beer Garden by Widowmaker Brewing. The holiday cheer continues with…
After dazzling Quincy audiences last year with a sold-out performance and two standing ovations, this festive trio is “swinging” back for round two bringing the same holiday sparkle that has made their annual A Swinging Christmas at NYC’s legendary Birdland a cherished tradition. With their tour spreading cheer across the country, JM Productions is thrilled…
The Holiday Shopping Expo (White Pine Markets) at North Quincy High School, is a two-day wonder of holiday charm, unique finds, and community warmth. This is more than a market, it’s a holiday tradition! Discover a thoughtfully curated selection of high-end local vendors Enjoy a complimentary meet & greet with Santa Indulge in festive cookie…
Join Irish harpist / singer Áine Minogue for an afternoon of soothing Celtic music, at the Thomas Crane Public Library in Quincy. “Áine Minogue…. A breath of fresh Éire” ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY “Áine Minogue….a balm for our times” BOSTON GLOBE “Musically compelling” LA TIMES “This Irish harpist combines a hypnotic Celtic spirituality and contemporary sophistication in…
Visit Marina Bay boardwalk on Sunday October 12th from 12-4 p.m., and enjoy an afternoon of shopping, sipping, sea views and fun! The Marina Bay Fall Market starts inside Break Rock Brewing and continues to Aria Salon and Spa. The afternoon finishes up at Capella Yoga and the Denise Hajjar Collection will also be open!…
Join in the Quincy All Day Celebration on Saturday, October 4 from Noon – 6pm on Coddington Street from Quincy High School to Thomas Crane Public Library and at the Coddington Building for the 9th annual Quincy Food Truck & Music Festival! Enjoy food trucks, dessert trucks and beverage trucks! On the Main Stage: 12-1:45…
Dennis Lehane is a Boston native and the author of 14 novels, including Mystic River; Gone, Baby, Gone; Shutter Island; and Small Mercies. His books have become international bestsellers, translated into over 30 languages. Five of his novels have been adapted into films, and among them, Lehane himself adapted The Drop. Lehane has also written…
This summer we hopped on the MBTA’s Ferry Service in Marina Bay, Quincy and took a memorable trek across Boston Harbor. The boat was filled with local residents and commuters. And we met tourists from around the world who had discovered the MBTA ferry, a hidden gem for visitors seeking a special experience on their…
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