Festivals and Events in Rockport, MA

Rockport is a cultural haven, with dozens of festivals. Enjoy internationally acclaimed dance and music concerts, Broadway quality theater, festivals, shows and special events all year long.

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Manguito, a Latin American Ensemble

Unitarian Universalist Society
Rockport

February 11, 2010

7pm. Experience the joyous music of Latin America including the rumba, bomba, plena, and Dominican meringue.

SeniorCare Valentine Breakfast

Gloucester House Restaurant
Gloucester

February 12, 2010

7-9:30am. SeniorCare Valentine Breakfast Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels. $10/person, $8/seniors. All Are welcome

My Swinging Valentine Dance

Cruiseport Gloucester
Gloucester

February 13, 2010

The Soft Touch Dance Band will entertain with some all-time Golden Oldies from the Swing Era and beyond perfect for dancing and listening.

Valentine's Day Kirtan

222 Arts & Wellness Center
Gloucester

February 14, 2010

4-6pm. This will be a powerful, heart-opening Valentine’s Day KIRTAN for singles, couples, and Lovers of All.

Cape Ann Animal Aid Winter Bash

Cruiseport Gloucester
Gloucester

February 20, 2010

This popular fund raising event features a silent auction, dinner buffet, cash bar, music, dancing, and a raffle for a 42-inch flat screen TV. All proceeds benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid.

Jazz Vocalist Rachael Price

Rockport Art Association
Rockport

March 13, 2010

8pm. Making her Rockport Music debut, the 23-year-old jazz sensation Rachael Price sings beloved hits from the American Songbook, as well as original compositions.

Cape Ann Home & Garden Show

Gloucester High School Field House
Gloucester

March 27, 2010 - March 28, 2010

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Home and garden enthusiasts will be flocking to the largest collection of industry professionals ever assembled under one roof on Cape Ann.

Free Community Concert - SO Percussion

Rockport High School
Rockport

March 31, 2010

Experience the joyful noise of flower pots, tea cups, and brake drums!

Gloucester Pride Stride

Stage Fort Park
Gloucester

April 25, 2010

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In its history, the Gloucester Pride Stride has raised over $680,000 to support numerous deserving local non-profit organizations.

Cottages & Castles House Tour

Rockport
Rockport

May 15, 2010

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10am-4pm. Visitors will have an opportunity to visit delightful homes, ranging from historic village “cottages” to dramatic ocean-front “castles”.

Motif #1 Day

Downtown Rockport
Rockport

May 22, 2010

Celebrate spring in Rockport!

Rockport Garden Club Plant & Garden Shed Sale

Spiran Lodge
Rockport

June 5, 2010

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9am-1pm. Fund raiser for Rockport Public gardens and other civic projects.

Rockport Chamber Music Festival

Rockport Art Association
Rockport

June 10, 2010 - July 18, 2010

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Come to Rockport to experience outstanding performances by world-renowned musicians. Choose from a variety of musical and educational events for people of all ages.

Cape Ann Artisans Studio Tour

Cape Ann

June 19, 2010 - June 20, 2010

Artisan studios open to the public 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Meet the artists and see their newest work in the places where it is created.

International Dory Races

Jodrey State Fish Pier
Gloucester

June 19, 2010

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Gloucester vs. Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.

St. Peter's Fiesta

St. Peter's Park
Gloucester

June 23, 2010 - June 27, 2010

The St. Peter's Fiesta is a five day festival honoring the patron saint of the fisherman St. Peter.

Independence Day Celebration

America's Oldest Sea Port & Art Colony
Cape Ann, Massachusetts

July 3, 2010 - July 4, 2010

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Cape Ann Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks, Parades, Bonfires, Concerts, and more.

Rockport Garden Tour

Rockport
Rockport

July 9, 2010 - July 10, 2010

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10am-4pm. Tour 17 private coastal gardens. Tickets $25 each.

Regina Carter in Concert

Shalin Liu Performance Center
Rockport

July 24, 2010

This performance features music from Ms. Carter’s new album “Reverse Thread” released in February 2010

Seascape Festival

Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center
Gloucester

July 24, 2010 - July 25, 2010

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