The 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: www.castleberryfairs.com
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
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Newburyport/Rockport Line
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Northshore Line Dancing
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Daily Guided & Self-Guided Tour of Hammond Castle Museum
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Mapping A Century of Salem, 1926-2026
August 6 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Newburyport Art presents May Exhibitions at 65 Water Street
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