The largest outdoor antiques show in the United States is located right here in New England! It’s called the Brimfield Antique and Collectibles Show (also known as the Brimfield Fair) and it traditionally runs for six day periods, Tuesday through Sunday, in May, July and September. For 2012, the...
Fairs and Festivals
Cheap Bristol, R.I., Area Hotel Near 4th of July Parade
Bristol, R.I., features the longest running 4th of July celebration in the United States, dating back to 1785! Bursting with patriotic fun along the main street featuring a red, white and blue colored median strip, this 227th version of the Bristol 4th of July Parade promises to continue the...
The Amazing Millis Wonderland Christmas Holiday Display, Dec. 2-25, in Millis, Mass. (CLOSED)
When planning the Christmas Holiday season in New England, the spectacular Millis Wonderland Christmas holiday display in Millis, Mass., always ends up at the top of our travel wish list. Lately, I’ve been checking into the Millis Wonderland Web Site with frequency to find out the 2011 schedule —...
St. Peter’s Fiesta in Gloucester, Mass., June 22-26
Now is the time that VisitingNewEngland.com readers are thinking, “What fun activities can I do with my family to kick off the summer, at not too high a cost?” On the North Shore of Massachusetts, there’s the famed St Peter’s Fiesta in Gloucester, June 22-26. St. Peter’s Fiesta is an annual celebration by...
Maine St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations and Attractions
The Maine Office of Tourism has suggested a great-sounding St. Patrick’s event, as well as an Irish-cultural attractions resource in Maine… If you’re looking for a low-cost Irish-cultural venue in Maine, the step dancers from The Stillson School of Irish Dance and live music will highlight “An Irish Evening“ March 19, at the Dunaway...
Christmas by the Sea in Camden, Maine, Dec. 3-5
It’s hard to believe but weekend New England holiday festivals as well as tree lighting ceremonies are not that far away. A great way to take in the spirit of the New England holiday season, these often affordable events (some are free!) are a great way to celebrate at...
Maine Apple Festivals
With the New England fall season not too far away, apple festivals will be happening all over the six-state region. These events are always fun, have a community feel, will get you in the fall spirit and generally won’t break the bank. We recently received from our neighbors at...