Visit Rocky Neck Cultural District & Spark Your Creative Side
September 06, 2023 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, History/MaritimeVisiting Gloucester often includes trips to the beautiful soft sand beaches that dot the stunning shoreline, stops at the many unique shops in the downtown district, and hours exploring the working harbor where schooners and other majestic vessels can be viewed. There is so much to see, do, and experience in Gloucester. If you are… Read more »
Read MoreSet Sail at Gloucester’s Schooner Festival
August 15, 2023 / History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeLabor Day weekend is often considered synonymous with the end of summer along with the carefree days and nights accompanying this much-treasured New England season. In Gloucester and throughout Cape Ann, Labor Day weekend is also associated with a festival that attracts thousands of visitors looking for one last hurrah before summer is declared over… Read more »
Read MoreCelebrate Gloucester’s 400+
August 01, 2023 / History/Maritime, Things to Do & See2023 is Gloucester’s 400+ Anniversary, marking 400 years since the area was first settled by English colonists, with events happening city-wide all year to honor Gloucester’s history and celebrate the many cultures that make up the community. The 400+ activities include educational programs, activities, and free public events, with an intentional acknowledgment of the local… Read more »
Read MoreIn The News: Gloucester Named One of America’s 15 Best Small Cities and Towns by CNN
July 31, 2023 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, History/Maritime, In The News, movies filmed in Gloucester, Things to Do & SeePHOTO: Walter Bibikow/ Digital Vision/ Getty Images 15 of America’s best small towns and cities | Written by Joe Yogurst | Published by CNN Travel CNN Travel named Gloucester among the 15 best small towns and cities in America! Click here to read the article which mentions our active working waterfront and freshest seafood offerings,… Read more »
Read More“GLOUCESTER READS – Exploring books by Black authors that reflect Black experiences” by
July 24, 2023 / UncategorizedThe Gloucester Racial Justice Team (GRJT), the Sawyer Free Library and the Gloucester Health Department are sponsoring the first Community Book Read this summer, 2023, exploring books by Black authors that reflect Black experiences. All information about GLOUCESTER READS is available on the library website: https://www.sawyerfreelibrary.org/ In partnership with 8 other community organizations, Gloucester Reads… Read more »
Read MoreFind the Best Gloucester Beach for Your Personality & Lifestyle
July 05, 2023 / Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeLooking for a perfect beach day where you can enjoy the summer sun, surf, and sand? The exquisite beaches in Gloucester, Massachusetts are perfect for a beach vacation, a day trip with the family, or an evening stroll after a long day of work. The unique thing about the beaches in Gloucester is that no… Read more »
Read MoreCelebrate Maritime Heritage at Gloucester Maritime Rendezvous
June 22, 2023 / History/Maritime, Things to Do & SeeDescribed by Gloucester Maritime Executive Director Michael DeKoster as a “once-in-a-lifetime” event, the Gloucester Maritime Rendezvous promises to be a “can’t miss” event of the summer! Enjoy sailing on historic Gloucester Harbor aboard one of eight signature schooners, including four visiting majestic schooners and Gloucester’s own iconic schooner fleet. Experience deck tours with the crews… Read more »
Read MoreSt. Peter’s Fiesta and The Greasy Pole
June 21, 2023 / History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeSt. Peter’s Fiesta | June 26-30, 2024 One of the greatest traditions here in Gloucester, MA is the St. Peter’s Fiesta which is a combination of a religious festival and a community celebration. It takes place on the week before and the weekend closest to Saint Peter’s Feast Day on June 29th. As Saint Peter… Read more »
Read MoreEnjoy Sunset Cruises and Water Excursions in Gloucester, MA
June 07, 2023 / Things to Do & SeeThe summer season is here in Gloucester, which means enjoying the beaches, shoreline, and, of course, the many water activities associated with Gloucester Harbor and the Atlantic. From sunset harbor cruises to whale watching, deep sea fishing, educational tours, and lighthouse tours, there is much to do and see. Whether you want to take a… Read more »
Read MoreBest Burgers in Gloucester
May 08, 2023 / Things to Do & SeeMay 28th is International Hamburger Day and what better way to celebrate than exploring the burger scene in Gloucester and Cape Ann? To say that burgers are a popular American food would be a huge understatement. In fact, statistics show that Americans eat over 50 billion hamburgers annually! From veggie burgers to fully loaded gourmet… Read more »
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