Name: 45th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival - SAT/SUN 2026
Start: 2026-08-15T09:00:00-04:00
Location: Stage Fort Park

Stage Fort Park

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMSunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMThere is no entry fee for the Fair. There is a parking fee at the beach parking lot. Make online parking reservations here: https://gloucester.blinkay.app/loginThe historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor will blossom into color and flavor for the 45th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival on Saturday, August 15th and Sunday, August 16th, 2026.
This event features over 150 Booths of American made arts, crafts, foods and live music. Admission is free, handicap accessible, held rain or shine and friendly pets are welcome on leash at this seaside New England event. For more information visit:  <a href="https://www.castleberryfairs.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.castleberryfairs.com</a> Note: There is a fee to Park at beach parking. https://gloucester.blinkay.app/login 
The Gloucester Waterfront Festival is Sponsored by Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce

Local Event: 45th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival - SAT/SUN 2026

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45th Annual Gloucester Waterfront Festival - SAT/SUN 2026

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Proceeds from this show will go towards&nbsp;the Harbor Loop Summer Concert Series in Gloucester, MA. The Harbor Loop concerts are fun, free, family friendly events all can enjoy. Live Music every Thursday from 5:30-9 pm on the water at 1 Harbor Loop Gloucester behind the Fitz Hugh Lane House.&nbsp; Line's End is a 6-piece band from blending rock, pop, country, and yacht rock into a genre-spanning sound that’s as diverse as their influences. Line’s End delivers a vibrant, feel-good experience every time they take the stage. Local 28 is more than Dead.

Local Event: Harbor Loop Summer Concert Series Fundraiser

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Proceeds from this show will go towards the Harbor Loop Summer Concert Series in Gloucester, MA. The Harbor Loop...

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Rocky Neck Cultural District, Gloucester, MA, 01930

Gloucester, MA – Thursday nights come alive on Rocky Neck as Culture Splash returns for its sixth season, transforming Gloucester's historic waterfront into a vibrant celebration of art, music, creativity, and community.
Running every Thursday evening from July 9 through August 27, Culture Splash invites residents and visitors alike to experience the Rocky Neck Cultural District in its most festive form. Galleries throw open their doors, artists welcome visitors into their studios, musicians fill the harbor air with live performances, and creative energy spills onto the streets along Gloucester's iconic working waterfront.
Recognized as one of Cape Ann's signature summer traditions, Culture Splash offers something for everyone. Visitors can enjoy gallery openings, artist demonstrations, poetry readings, live music, signature cocktails, waterfront dining, and opportunities to meet the artists who make Rocky Neck one of New England's most celebrated creative communities.
Adding to the experience, a free water shuttle will once again connect stops at Solomon's Landing and St. Peter's Square to Rocky Neck, delivering guests directly to the heart of the festivities at 51 Rocky Neck Restaurant.
"Culture Splash captures everything that makes Rocky Neck special," said Elizabeth Carey, Executive Director of Rocky Neck Art Colony. "It's an evening where art, music, food, history, and community come together against the backdrop of Gloucester Harbor. Whether you're a longtime local or visiting for the first time, it's one of the most memorable ways to spend a summer evening in America's Oldest Seaport."
Presented by Rocky Neck Cultural District and its many community partners, Culture Splash continues to celebrate the rich artistic heritage of Rocky Neck while welcoming new audiences to explore galleries, discover local artists, and experience the unique character of Gloucester's waterfront arts district.
Some highlights include: Ocean Alliance Drive-in Movie night July 9; Ristuben Jazz Trio on July 16 at Rocky Neck Cultural Center; Betrayal by Harold Pinter at Gloucester Stage Company on July 23; Coco Haze at Gallery RAG on July 30;Kevin Gallagher on August 6 at Gloucester Writers Center and Susan Lynn Demo at North Shore Art Association on August 20.
For a complete schedule of events, participating venues, featured artists, and shuttle information, visit the rockyneckartcolony.org or discovergloucester.com.

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Crushville Presents Stevie Wonder vs Earth Wind &amp; Fire: Hits, deep cuts, mashups, and more from two of the greatest musical catalogs of all time.
Rather than employing a note-for-note copycat formula, Crushville’s 10-piece band takes the listener beyond the original Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind &amp; Fire recordings on a far more expressive, dynamic, and exciting journey. Every show is unique, with spellbinding solos, peak musicianship, and soulful vocals leading the way. You'll hear the hits you know and love, and each show contains surprise deep cut songs, too!
Featuring a who's who of the music industry's finest musicians who have toured with Stevie Wonder, Janet Jackson, The Temptations and Snarky Puppy and performed with Frankie Valli, Louis Cato, Mary J. Blige, The ABEEZ, Nigel Hall, The Nth Power, and more, join us for a celebration of music for the sake of music.
You know every song from these two artists, but you’ve never heard them like this before. We invite you to join us and dance, sing along, or just take it all in!
For a full band bio see Crushvillemusic.com

Local Event: Crushville Presents: Stevie Wonder VS Earth Wind & Fire

Crushville Presents: Stevie Wonder VS Earth...

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Crushville Presents: Stevie Wonder VS Earth Wind & Fire

As the keyboardist for the legendary Boston band and Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famers,&nbsp;The Cars,&nbsp;Greg Hawkes&nbsp;forged the sound of rock’s New Wave. Pioneering and pushing the limits of technology and sequencing in the late '70s and through the '80s, Greg cemented the synthesizer's place in rock and pop music, and his contribution has influenced countless artists since. Along with achieving Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame status and massive commercial success with&nbsp;The Cars, Greg has been a sought-after session and touring musician, and has worked with the likes of&nbsp;Paul McCartney, Todd Rundgren, and&nbsp;The Turtles.
&nbsp;The Cars were named Best New Artist in the 1978 Rolling Stone Readers’ Poll. The band’s debut album, The Cars, sold six million copies and appeared on the Billboard 200 album chart for 139 weeks. The Cars had four Top 10 hits: “Shake It Up” (1981), “You Might Think,” (1984), “Drive” (1984), and “Tonight She Comes” (1985). The band won Video of the Year for “You Might Think” at the first MTV Video Music Awards in 1984
In 2016, Greg collaborated with the acclaimed Boston band&nbsp;Eddie Japan&nbsp;to produce their 2017 album Golden Age. This eventually led to Greg and the band joining forces to create a night of music by The Cars featuring a set list curated by Greg. Since 2019,&nbsp;Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan Performing the Music of The Cars&nbsp;has been thrilling audiences across the Northeast with an energetic show that includes hits and deeper cuts from&nbsp;The Cars&nbsp;songbook, along with special selections relating to Greg’s amazing musical career.

Local Event: Greg Hawkes and Eddied Japan Performing the Music of The Cars

Greg Hawkes and Eddied Japan Performing the...

As the keyboardist for the legendary Boston band and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, The Cars, Greg Hawkes forged the sound of...

Greg Hawkes and Eddied Japan Performing the Music of The Cars

EVENT TIMELINE: 5 PM: Streets closed off to traffic &amp; parking 6 PM: Music Stages Open (See below) 6:15 PM: The Red Trousers 7:10 PM: Cape Ann Dancers at Hancock &amp; Main 8:00 PM:&nbsp;The Red Trousers
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The West End:&nbsp;Sponsored by Institution for Savings ​6 PM: TBD 7 PM: TBD 8 PM: TBD
Cape Ann Savings Bank Stage:&nbsp;Sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank 6 PM:&nbsp;TBD 8 PM:&nbsp;TBD
The East End:&nbsp;Sponsored by BankGloucester 6 PM:&nbsp;TBD 7:30 PM:&nbsp;TBDMain Street, Downtown Gloucester comes alive when the Street is closed off and we have live music, street performers, non-profits, food vendors, and more! A fun night for young and old alike!&nbsp; Many of the shops and businesses on Main Street will be open and welcoming partygoers. Other Gloucester businesses and local non-profits also will be represented on the Street.&nbsp; It will be a night full of live music, great food, and fun activities with lots of local flavor!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
<table><tbody><tr><td>Entertainment: Headline Act: <a href="https://brentmccoy.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">T</a>he Red Trousers Captain Jack Cape Ann Dance Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team Face Paint by Miss Wendy</td><td>Food Vendors &amp; Restaurants Bravo by the Sea Crepe du Jour Meat &amp; Sweet Foods The Lobster Roller&nbsp; Three Ginger's Jerky Whoopie Wagon</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Neighbor is a dynamic quartet that blends ambitious compositions, soulful balladry, and fearless improvisations to create a unique musical experience. Featuring Richard James (vocals, keys) Rob Compa (guitar), Dan Kelly (bass) and Dean Johnston (drums), together they fuel the groove and lay a solid foundation for Neighbor’s "down home" sound.&nbsp;
The band's creative incubation began in early 2019 with a weekly residency that grew in large part by the passion of their fans, the “Neighbors”, who continue to inspire the band as the fan base has expanded across the country. This dedicated community and ongoing connection to fans has become a cornerstone of Neighbor’s success every time they step on stage.
With a diverse catalog of hundreds of songs, the musical juggernaut Neighbor has become one of the most exciting and unpredictable live bands on the music scene today. Not boxed in by a single genre, their songwriting brings elements of Americana, Funk, Rock, Jazz, Soul and more. The band is putting pen to paper once again as they head back into the studio to begin work on their second album.
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Neighbor

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Captain Jack &amp; The Strangers, comprised of six individuals hailing from Gloucester, MA (45 min north of Boston) with over 30 years experience in music and performance. The band is fronted by 27 year old piano phenom, Jack Favazza, who brings a youthful exuberance to this classic American songbook. This group plays a wide catalogue of music from America's own Piano Man, Billy Joel, spanning his entire musical career from the 70's, 80's, and 90's. Playing both well known hits, alongside of b-side fan favorites, there are surely songs to appease any audience member.
With a long standing passion for the music of Billy Joel, the band formed in late 2022, after founding members had seen a performance of Billy at the legendary Fenway Park in Boston, MA during the summer of that same year. That performance solidified the decision to perform Billy Joel's music to as many people as possible. Gloucester has a long history of talented artists, and Captain Jack &amp; The Strangers is no different. A local "supergroup" of musicians from well known acts such as Groove Therapy, The Spynz, Mystery Meat, and the Neon 90's have formed this group to bring you the high energy, soft somber moments, and everything in between that Billy Joel is so well known for. Listening to any song at a show will surely invoke your favorite memories and emotions when you hear a specific Billy Joel song done in a way that only Captain Jack &amp; The Strangers can do.

Local Event: Captain Jack & The Strangers - A Tribute to Billy Joel

Captain Jack & The Strangers - A Tribute to...

Captain Jack & The Strangers, comprised of six individuals hailing from Gloucester, MA (45 min north of Boston) with over 30...

Captain Jack & The Strangers - A Tribute to Billy Joel

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Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization providing the highest level of critical care transport by air and ground to patients in need—regardless of their circumstances. For more than 40 years, since our founding in 1985, we have set the standard for clinical excellence, safety, and compassion in the air medical industry. Our tagline, “Your Life. Our Mission.”, captures the purpose that drives everything we do. Whether responding to an emergency scene or transferring a critically ill patient between hospitals, our team delivers seamless, patient-centered care during some of the most challenging moments in a person’s life. As a nonprofit, we are guided by one unwavering principle: every patient deserves access to lifesaving care, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Each year, Boston MedFlight provides more than $7 million in free and unreimbursed care, ensuring no patient is ever turned away. Our clinical teams are among the most highly trained and experienced in the world, caring for patients of all ages—from premature infants to older adults—across a wide range of conditions. These include adult and pediatric trauma, complex medical emergencies, cardiac and stroke events, high-risk obstetric and neonatal care, and specialized interfacility transfers. We achieve this excellence through rigorous training and preparedness. Every clinician completes an intensive onboarding and education program that includes hospital ICU and emergency department rotations, pediatric and neonatal critical care experience, high-fidelity simulation training, advanced procedural labs, and comprehensive classroom instruction in transport medicine. Our work is supported by a state-of-the-art fleet of Airbus H145 helicopters and Freightliner mobile ICU ground vehicles, each equipped with advanced technology comparable to leading hospital ICUs.

Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization providing the highest level of critical care transport by air and ground to patients in need...

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