Festivals
Thursday, July 2, 2026 Public Announcement & Kick-Off NOON @ The Summer Street Stage With Mayor of Boston, Michelle Wu, President & CEO of Meet Boston, Martha Sheridan, roving re-enactors, staff from the USS Constitution and the Massachusetts 215th Army Band. Re-Enactors & Entertainment 1:00- 6:00 PM @ The Summer Street Stage Enjoy free, local performances…
Each August, the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce hosts this free family event along the city’s beautiful waterfront. Activities include a beloved duck race, live entertainment, the popular classic car show and more than 200 arts & crafts vendors and local non-profits. It is a perfect way to enjoy one of American’s most historic cities….
Massachusetts comes alive each summer with outdoor festivals and festivities. We’ve compiled these top festivals throughout the Bay State – including these four with a distinctly rish/Celtic flavor. Enjoy! July 18GLASGOW LANDS SCOTTISH FESTIVALLook Park, Florence, Northampton The 31st Annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival on July 18 attracts local residents and visitors from everywhere! Nestled…
By Irish Boston Tourism Newsroom The Celtic spirit is alive and well in New England, fortified over centuries by generations of immigrants arriving from Ireland, Scotland and Canada, and replenished today by a constant flow of authentic, high level Celtic culture embedded in the region. That fine tradition continues in 2026, as scores of musicians,…
Panda Fest, one of the nation’s fastest-growing outdoor Asian food and culture festivals, returns to Boston for its second year, from May 15 to May 17, 2026, at Ohiri Field at Harvard University. This large-scale cultural celebration brings together Asian street food, traditional and contemporary performances, hands-on cultural activities, artisan markets, and playful panda-themed attractions,…
A beloved tradition for more than 30 years, Duckling Day celebrates the children’s classic book, “Make Way for Ducklings” by Robert McCloskey. Every year on Mother’s Day, hundreds of children parade through Boston’s most picturesque parks, dressed like characters from the story Led by the Harvard Marching Band, the parade begins on Boston Common at…
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, and there’s nowhere better to celebrate than in the Cradle of Liberty. History comes alive this summer as Boston celebrates its pivotal role in the founding of the United States, honoring the past while looking forward to our country’s bright future. This family-friendly event is one…
By Irish Boston Tourism Newsroom In 2026, Ireland is dedicating the entire month of August to celebrating Irish cuisine, and that is great news for visitors who want to taste the very best food, no matter what your preference! Ireland has become one of the world’s most talked-about food destinations, and with good reason! Ireland…
In 2026, you can get a full sampling of Ireland’s welcoming spirit at the annual St. Patrick’s Festival taking place in Dublin on March 14-17. Ireland’s capital city comes alive with continuous cultural events, live music, tasty cuisine, shopping and thrilling street displays by actors, artists and acrobats. Everyone is invited to join the fun…
The spring season in Ireland has become a sweet spot for intrepid visitors who prefer a slow, gentle experience on this green-laden island which blossoms into color and warmth in April and May. Rural areas, farmlands, small villages and urban centers come alive as birds return to their favorite nesting sites, foals, lambs and calves…
The Fleadh Cheoil (Irish Music Festival) is coming to Belfast, Northern Ireland in August, 2026 and Brack Tours is offering visitors the chance of a lifetime to experience the world’s largest festival of Irish music, dance and song. Organized by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, the Fleadh Cheoil attracts the best Irish musicians from around the world, who come for the…
Join the ICC for an unforgettable weekend of St. Patrick’s festivities. Enjoy Family Day on the 14th (10 am – 5 pm) with music and Irish step dancing performances, crafts, face painting and games – there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Food & Beverage available for purchase with breakfast served from 10am-1pm and Lunch from 2-5pm….
Courtesy of Hardiman Hotel, Galway https://www.thehardiman.ie/hotel-dining/fathers-day/
Getting outside in summer is a pre-requisite in New England, especially after a dreary winter! Check out our schedule of outdoor and indoor festivals throughout New England that offer something for everyone in 2025. Enjoy! September 6-7SEISIÚN FESTIVALThe Stage at Suffolk Downs, East Boston A brand-new festival, featuring some iconic and up-and-coming Irish and American…
The Stage at Suffolk DownsSaturday, September 6 & Sunday, September 7, 2025 Enter here for a chance to win a pair of tickets for both days – 5 lucky winners! Excitement is building throughout New England and beyond for the two-day Seisiún, Irish Music, Arts and Cultural Festival coming to The Stage at Suffolk Downs…
Boston Harborfest is a proud tradition celebrating Boston’s maritime and revolutionary history. With hundreds of activities over Independence Day week at Boston’s most iconic historic landmarks, this family-friendly event is one of the country’s largest Fourth of July festivals. Activities include the annual opening ceremony in Downtown Crossing, historical reenactments, arts market, Chowderfest, live musical…
Boston-born short story master Edgar Allan Poe visited Lowell three times in the 1840s and apparently loved the city. Lowell is returning the love with the 2nd Annual Poe in Lowell Festival on October 24-26, 2025. Activities include book readings and lectures, live music, art exhibits, film screenings, a walking tour of Lowell and a pop-up…
FREE ADMISSION! Located at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium, the Lowell Irish Festival features a family- friendly and fun-filled day of live Irish music from national, regional, and local acts, Irish-inspired culinary and beverage offerings, artisan vendors, family activities, Irish step dancing, and more! The day-long event, taking place September 13, 2025, is spread out across…
Rain or Shine Festival! The 31st Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival is a wonderful family event featuring live music and dance, bagpiping, athletic contests, authentic Scottish food and drink and plenty of cultural activities for children. This is the only Scottish Festival in Massachusetts, and the 2nd largest one in New England. Food and beverage available…
Each August, the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce hosts this free family event along the city’s beautiful waterfront. Activities include a beloved duck race, live entertainment, the popular classic car show and more than 200 arts & crafts vendors and local non-profits. It is a perfect way to enjoy one of American’s most historic cities….
A beloved tradition for more than 30 years, Duckling Day celebrates the children’s classic book, “Make Way for Ducklings” by Robert McCloskey. Every year on Mother’s Day, hundreds of children parade through Boston’s most picturesque parks, dressed like characters from the story Led by the Harvard Marching Band, the parade will begin on the Boston…
Join the ICC for an unforgettable weekend of St. Patrick’s festivities. Enjoy Family Day on the 15th (10 am – 5 pm) with music by Strawberry Hill & Slainte, Bell & Son, Irish step dance performances, crafts, face painting and games – there’s something for everyone to enjoy (AD: $25, CH: $10). Food & Beverage available for…
Thrilling music and inspiring literature, stunning landmarks and sheer beauty, iconic events and warm hospitality – these special features of Ireland don’t go away at the end of summer! On this island, culture, beauty and adventure are ubiquitous. Autumn in Ireland is when the summer and fall seasons gently and gradually converge and when bright, warm days…
The literary output of writers from Dublin is extraordinary, spawning novelists, poets, songwriters, playwrights, journalists and scholars. It is one reason why Dublin became the fourth city recognized as a City of Literature by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), one of 39 UNESCO Cities of Literature in the world today. With four Nobel…
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