6 Can’t-Miss New England Events for Late Summer & Early Fall
From the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrims’ arrival to the region’s biggest lobster festival, these six upcoming events around New England celebrate everything that makes our region special.
By Holly Sloane|Jul 31 2019|
Let History Ring: Bell Casting Event
Credit: Plimoth Plantation6 Can’t-Miss New England Events
Let History Ring: Bell Casting Event
Credit: Plimoth PlantationCredit: Plimoth Plantation
Let History Ring: Casting a New Ship’s Bell August 31-September 1, 2019
Plymouth, MA
Join Plimoth Plantation and world-renowned bell makers The Verdin Company as they cast a new ship’s bell for Mayflower II, kicking off a series of exciting homecoming events for this iconic vessel following her three-year, stem-to-stern restoration ahead of the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrims’ arrival to New England’s shores! Watch it all unfold live with expert narration, from the passing of bronze ingots and veterans’ medals to pouring the bell and casting it in its custom mold against the backdrop of the day’s last light. Honored guests will dedicate and ring the bell for the first time before it heads to Mystic Seaport Museum for the official launch of the Mayflower II. Local food trucks, entertainment, educational programming, and A Night of Fire & Wine fundraiser will round out this unique event!
Vermont Cheesemakers Festival
Credit: Vermont Cheese CouncilCredit: Vermont Cheese Council
Vermont Cheesemakers Festival August 10-11, 2019
Shelburne, VT
Join the Vermont Cheese Council for their 11th annual Vermont Cheesemakers Festival! Recently named a USA Today 10Best® Specialty Food Festival in the United States, this premier summer celebration at Shelburne Farms highlights cheese, dairy, food, and beverage producers from across the state. Bring the whole family for Saturday’s Education Day and stay for a delectable Vermont Cheese Dinner at the Round Barn Farm in Waitsfield, VT. On Sunday, roam Shelburne Farms and take in the scenic views of Lake Champlain as you shop for tasty artisan products.
Rocky the Lobster at the popular Maine Lobster Festival in Machias.
Credit: Brenda DarrochCredit: Brenda Darroch
Maine Lobster Festival July 31-August 4, 2019
Rockland, ME
From creamy lobster chowder to buttery lobster rolls to grilled lobster with savory sides and toppings, it’s hard to go wrong with this classic seafood treat. To find it all, look no further than the internationally recognized Maine Lobster Festival at Rockland’s Harbor Park. With entertainment, fine art, and 20,000 pounds of lobster in the world’s largest lobster cooker, what’s not to love?
Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival
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