Massachusetts Events Calendar - August

Things to do in Boston, Cape Cod, Western Mass and other Massachusetts cities and towns. Both Cambridge and Boston hold their own colorful Caribbean carnivals in August.

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The annual fair in the heart of the Berkshires includes contests, carnival rides, animals, children's events, music, and magic.

This street festival in downtown Salem includes crafts, jewelry, street performers, music and more.

An annual celebration in Boston's Italian community in the North End.

A Great Pumpkin contest, Fiddler Ed, ox pulling, rides, music, and more in this annual South Shore event.

Nantucket all-day sand sculpture contest on Jetties Beach.

The annual event includes events for kids, a parade, and the "King and Queen Show."

The Boston Symphony Orchestra and other performers play in a rustic setting in Western Mass.

A series of events featuring performing, visual and literary arts.

An agricultural fair with old-fashioned fun, including a music stage, animal shows, and fireworks.

August 11, 2010 - August 15, 2010

The exhibit at Lowell's Tsongas Arena will include about 150 juried quilts.

August 27, 2010 - August 29, 2010

An annual Italian festival in Boston's North End, events include a parade, marching bands, music, and of course, Italian food. The celebration has ongoing since 1919.

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