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62 things to do in Massachusetts

Spring and Autumn Surf Season
Spring season in Hawaii is a good time to enjoy waves and master your surfing skills

Boston Harbor Islands
The islands of Boston Harbour conceal abandoned forts, ancient lighthouses, and many other surprises

Charles River Kayaking
Boston is one of those lucky cities that can be observed by boat

Fiddleheads
Have you ever tried eating ferns? In Boston, this green delicacy is quite a popular ingredient

Spring Blooms
Boston is particularly charming and colourful during the spring flower blooming period

Boston Harborfest 4th of July
Naval ship cruising, historical reenactments, walking tours, and concerts—tonnes of fun, and all of it for free!

Head of The Charles Regatta & Kayak Races
Check out the action on the Charles River in spring and autumn when Boston hosts two famous water races

Frozen Waves
This unusual phenomenon is a great reason to visit an island of Nantucket when temperature drops

Fall Foliage in & around Boston
A leisurely stroll in Boston's parks is a delightful autumn experience

St Anthony Feast in Boston
This feast showcases Italian culture in America's melting pot

Baseball and the Red Sox
Visiting Boston without seeing the Red Sox is just unforgivable

Beach Season
If you don't mind frigid waters, you can enjoy a nice beach weekend

Boston Marathon
Runners from all over the world come to Boston to partake in its most famous athletic competition

Clams
Clams come fresh, steamed, baked, fried, breaded, and in clam chowder—one has no excuse to abstain from this divine delight

Restaurant Week Boston (Dine Out Boston)
Choose the place that fits your budget and your appetite

Boston Calling Music Festival
Dance, laugh and enjoy a great music festival at the Harvard Athletic Complex

South Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade
A huge celebration of everything green and Irish

Boston Dragon Boat Festival
Charles River gets crowded during the first dragon boat festival in the United States.

Singing Beach
Shuffle the sand and listen to the magic sounds of this beach at Manchester-by-the-Sea near Boston

Christmas Markets in Boston
Festive entertainment and plenty of gift ideas for the holidays

SoWa Winter Festival
The biggest winter shopping village and holiday festival in Boston

Memorial Day Weekend
Lots of special events, concerts, and activities all over the city

Brimfield Antique Show
The largest flea fair of its kind in the United States

4th of July Fireworks & Events
You won’t run out of things to do in Massachusetts on America's Independence Day

Whale Watching in Massachusetts
The Bay State is one of the top-ten whale-watching spots in the world, according to the World Wildlife Fund

The Big E
The sixth-largest fair in the United States, the biggest on East Coast

Halloween in Massachusetts: Parties & Attractions
From Witch City to Beantown—hear all of New England's dark stories

Christmas Lights
Spectacular light tunnels, Christmas trees, and holiday installations

Harvard Primal Scream
A peculiar biannual tradition when students run naked around the Harvard Yard before finals begin

Skiing
Beat the winter gloom with cross-country or alpine skiing in the Berkshire region

Lowell Winterfest
The weekend full of fun competitions and outdoor activities

Christmas Lights and Events in Cape Cod
Cape Cod is a perfect destination to visit during the winter holidays

Baltimore Oriole
Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens

Plimoth Patuxet (Plimoth Plantation)
The 17th-century settlement reenacted in this living history museum

Bash Bish Falls
One of the most beautiful New England waterfalls

Fall Foliage on Cape Cod
With the arrival of autumn, another unexpected vacation season begins on Cape Cod

Cherry Blossom in Massachusetts
Boston isn't the only place in Massachussetts where cherry-blossom culture thrives

Hummingbirds
Ruby-throated hummingbirds visit Massachusetts to nest and breed every summer

Fan Expo Boston (Boston Comic Con)
The major comic convention in New England

Stargazing
Cape Cod and other scenic areas offer decent stargazing during the warm season

Spencer Fair
Spend a memorable weekend at this family-friendly fair

Seekonk Flea Market
Vintage flea heaven with hundreds of vendors

North Adams Fall Foliage Parade
Discover the beautiful fall foliage in the Berkshires and enjoy plenty of fun activities

New England Fall Foliage
Check out the most picturesque spots for fall foliage all over the New England region

Franklin Park Zoo Festival of Lights
Nocturnal light magic at Franklin Park Zoo

Massachusetts Renaissance Faire
Explore a world of legend and soak up a magical ambiance

King Richard's Faire
One of the largest and oldest Renaissance fairs in New England

Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival
Believe it or not, you can feel like you're in Scotland while staying in Massachusetts–but only if you attend this festival

Wachusett AppleFest
Celebrate yummy apple season and crisp, flamboyant fall at the most accessible ski resort in the East

North Quabbin Garlic & Arts Festival
The beloved community " festival that stinks”