July 4th Ceremonies and Happenings in North Shore Towns north of Boston Massachusetts.
Happy 4th of July!  The North Shore of Boston is a great place to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence!  We've compiled a complete list of Independence...
Fourth of July Fireworks at Salisbury Beach include a campfire and marshmallow roast on the beach.
Get ready for four fantastic days of family fun at Salisbury Beach! From patriotic pet parades and live music to Independence Day fireworks, here’s what’s in store:
Independence Day Fireworks and concert in Lynn, Massachusetts, July 3
Lynn's Fireworks Display Begins at 9 PM from Red Rock Park. Prior to the Fireworks, there will be a live music perform starting at 7pm. Lynn Shore Drive and Surrounding...
The FREE Annual Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza Concert on Gloucester Harbor Fourth of July
Gloucester is gearing up for an exciting Independence Day celebration. Experience the beauty of Gloucester’s skyline with a mesmerizing fireworks display. Watch the night sky...
The Salem Farmer's Market bring the goodness of local farm to downtown Salem!
The Salem Farmers' Market brings fresh local produce and other foods from North Shore farms and other local resources to downtown Salem every Thursday at  Bentley Academy...
There's plenty to see and do for kids and families at the Marblehead Festival of the Arts in Massachusetts!
Marblehead, Massachusetts has a long-standing tradition of hosting an annual summer arts festival during the week of July 4th. This highly esteemed festival showcases a...
Kids can build a model boat and race it in a regatta on Redd's Pond in Marblehead
BRING THE KIDS - BRING YOUR FOLKS - BUILD & SAIL YOUR VERY OWN BOAT! This popular event begins with a workshop where participants construct model boats from provided kits...
Beverly Massachusetts celebrates community with their annual downtown block party.
Join Beverly Main Streets at our annual downtown Block Party on Saturday, July 26, 2025! Cabot St will be bustling with food vendors, local brewers, and music to keep the...
Food, music, live entertainment, dance, craft and fun come together for a great
Main Street, Downtown Gloucester Massachusetts comes alive when the Street is closed off to allow live music, street performers, kid activities, non-profits, food vendors and...
The Chebacco Boat Parade is a great Fourth of July tradition in Essex MA
The Chebacco Lake and Watershed Association will sponsor its annual Fourth of July Boat Parade on at 10am Sunday, July 4th.  All boats will meet at Gregory Island Cove on the...
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Come enjoy a picnic concert with the kids under the stars on the Grande Alllée.
Pack a picnic and bring your dancing shoes to Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in Ipswich for a diverse series of concerts that are sure to entertain!  Enjoy the long, lazy days of summer at Castle Hill's Picnic Concerts. Each week offers an exciting family-friendly and danceable band. Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair and set up on the lawn....
Kids bowl free is a program designed to help kids stay active and safe.
Kids Bowl Free is a program where select bowling centers offer free bowling to kids all summer long. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Children whose age does not exceed an age limit set by a participating bowling center are eligible...
After a walk in the woods, check for ticks before getting in the car!
When enjoying the outdoors on the North Shore, it's crucial to understand ticks, their habitats, feeding habits, and how to handle tick bites. While infection rates overall are considered relatively low1, the threat of infection is serious, and of those infected, kids aged 5-14 have a higher rate of infection compared to adults 65 and younger....
Magical Beginnings has numerous learning center locations on the North Shore of Massachusetts
At Magical Beginnings Inc., we provide a nurturing, high-quality childcare experience designed for the North Shore families who demand excellence. Our innovative environment encourages children to explore their creativity, build social skills, and achieve key developmental milestones through play and interactive learning. We foster an inclusive...
Summer Shore is a fun-filled day camp experience for children ages 3-12 in Beverly Massachusettss. Register today!
Join us at Summer Shore for a fun-filled day camp experience that encourages curiosity, leadership, friendship, and creativity through a variety of exciting camp options! Full-day and half-day camps, June 16 - August 15, are open to the public with offerings for children ages 3-17. Register today! Day Camps: Campers explore STEM activities, arts...

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