Fair

Folks on the North Shore and beyond will flock to Ipswich for its famous fried clams, seafood and of course delectable clam chowder. What better way to round out the season than with an opportunity to, not only samples some of the best chowder around, but also become judge for a day? Those attending pay a small fee to taste chowders from local restaurants and then vote for their favorites. About a dozen local restaurants serve up their best chowder to hundreds of hungry participants at an event that has become a North Shore tradition.

On June 19, 20, 26, and 27 Gloucester’s Stage Fort Park will be transformed into “Pirate Island” for the story of “Felicity Dane and the Pirate Treasure.” This light-hearted adventure pits the spunky young heroine of the title against four of history’s most notorious pirates – Edward “Blackbeard” Teach, Anne Bonney, and the Barbossa Brothers – in a race for lost pirate booty. The New England Pirate Faire features a daylong storyline full of action and comedy, interactive scenes that make the audience part of the show, food and refreshments, and the Tortuga Marketplace, where guests may purchase handcrafted wares ranging from clothing to jewelry to their very own pirate cutlass – all in a unique seaside setting that sets the perfect stage!

The Newburyport Yankee Homecoming is now in it's 53rd year. It's an event where families, friends, neighbors and visitors can come together and enjoy all of the planned festivities.

This years homecoming will include a Motown Dance Party, an art show, a crafts show, a Brewfest, waterfront concerts, a kids' talent show, a fishing tournament and a golf tournament, a parade and fireworks, plus tons of other events. Check the Newburyport Yankee Homecoming site often for an updated schedule of events. 

Pirates' Fair: Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 6pm - 11pm