New England

Best New England Summer Events of 2020

Heading to New England this summer? Read on to learn more about the 10 best New England summer events in each of the six New England states.

Top 10 Maine Summer Events of 2017

Coffee By Design | Portland, Maine

Photo Credit : Katherine Keenan
EDITORS’ NOTE: The nation is still dealing with COVID-19 at the time of this post, meaning it’s not known whether the 2020 dates for these events are confirmed. We’re hoping for the best, but please check with organizers before making your summer travel plans! 
Heading to New England this summer and wondering what the best New England summer events are in each of the six states? We’ve done the footwork for you. Read on to learn more about the 10 best New England summer events in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont!
Best New England Summer Events in 2017
Rocky the Lobster is one of the most memorable sights at the annual Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland.
Photo Credit : Maine Lobster Festival

BEST NEW ENGLAND SUMMER EVENTS OF 2020

Top 10 Connecticut Summer Events of 2020

Our picks for the best summer events in Connecticut, from modern dance in the great outdoors to tall ships in the harbor.

Top 10 Maine Summer Events of 2020

Our picks for the best summer events in Maine, from grand sailing ships to succulent seafood — including the annual Maine Lobster Festival.

Top 10 Massachusetts Summer Events of 2020

Our picks for the best summer events in Massachusetts, from modern dance in the great outdoors to tall ships in the harbor and music under the stars at Tanglewood.
Best New England Summer Events in 2017
Crowds gather on the lawn at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Photo Credit : Stu Rosner

Top 10 New Hampshire Summer Events of 2020

Our picks for the best summer events in New Hampshire, from a seafood extravaganza to the country’s biggest motorcycle rally and the grand dame of local craft fairs — the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s Fair.

Top 10 Rhode Island Summer Events of 2020

Our picks for the best summer events in Rhode Island, from a world-class regatta to a feast of Greek home cooking.

Top 10 Vermont Summer Events of 2020

Our picks for the best summer events in Vermont, from a bluegrass blowout to a cheese lover’s paradise at the Vermont Cheesemakers Festival. Which New England summer events are your favorites? This post was first published in 2017 and has been updated. 

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  1. I’m pleased that you mentioned Salem Cross Inn – it’s a wonderful restaurant – but wish yo u’d mention the West Brookfield Asparagus Festival, held the third Saturday in May for 15 years now.

  2. West Brookfield Asparagus Festival on the town common, third Saturday in May annually, now for 15 years, attended by 12,000 or more, great family event, featuring things earthy and artisanal, free and open to the public. Why not include it? In West Brookfield, MA 01585, Rts 9& 67.

  3. In one of your Yankee magazines I saw a travel excursion walking from one bed&breakfast to another..I believe it was in VT but I could be mistaken I am interested in this adventure and would love more complete information to make this happen Thank-you in advance.